Royal Arsenal Riverside, Woolwich, SE18

Handsome modern architecture and carefully restored Grade II listed buildings combine to make Royal Arsenal Riverside an ideal base for corporate professionals wishing to rent in London. Located slightly downriver from Docklands, this new property scheme has commanding views of the Thames and enough space to accommodate coffee shops, a restaurant and two grocery stores. With a 24 hour Concierge service, private gym and landscaped gardens also available to residents, Royal Arsenal Riverside helps tenants run their busy lifestyles with the minimum of fuss.

The warehouse feel of the development is complemented by homes that effortlessly marry elegance and style with form and function. Available in one, two and three bedroom formats, the apartments take full advantage of the abundance of natural light that is part and parcel of living next to the Thames shoreline. Roomy receptions open on to terraces or balconies, while timber floors and stone worktops in the kitchen help emphasise the heritage of the surrounding neighbourhood.

Woolwich is well connected to both of London's financial hubs. A mainline route to London Bridge and the City is complemented by the extensive DLR network which provides links to Canary Wharf and London City Airport. However, transport links are scheduled to become even more user friendly with the opening of the Elizabeth Line. Known also as Crossrail, this route will run high speed trains from Woolwich, through Canary Wharf and on to the West End before connecting directly with Heathrow Airport.