2 Willow Road
London, England
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Key facts
- Operator
- National Trust
- Condition
- Intact
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- National Trust Explorer Pass
- Membership
- Covered by National Trust annual membership - what it costs per visit
- Nearest station
- Hampstead Heath, 0.2 miles (straight-line)
- Note
- Modernist house designed by architect Erno Goldfinger as his family home
Pinpoint
2 Willow Road, 2 Willow Rd, London NW3 1TH
Visitor essentials
- Access
- Designated parking; drop-off point; seating available; Braille and large print; virtual tour available
- Facilities
- Guided tours
- Dogs
- Assistance dogs only
- Safety
- Steps and uneven terrain
2 Willow Road is a Modernist house designed by architect Erno Goldfinger as his own family home, standing out from the Trust's typical Georgian and Victorian properties. No visitor reviews are available yet, but the notes point to a rare chance to see a Modernist architect's personal residence preserved in its original form.
At a glance
Who to know
Erno Goldfinger · designed the terrace himself, completed in 1939, and lived here until his death in 1987
Worth the trip
The Modernist design itself, a distinctive departure from the period houses that dominate the wider portfolio.
Before you go
No visitor reviews are available yet for this house, so confirm current opening days and booking requirements before visiting.
What visitors say
2 Willow Road reviews · 4.4 / 5 across 199 Google reviews
The handful of reviewers here are uniformly positive, and most of the praise goes to the guided tour and the guides, described as exceptionally knowledgeable and engaging. Reviewers recommend it particularly to those interested in mid-century architecture and design, admiring the cleverness of the layout and the contents of the house.
Several stress that visits must be booked in advance. One reviewer suggests going without reading up first, so the house comes as a surprise.
“Very modern, and sophisticated design. I love the bathroom with a bright sunlight from the window.”- K T, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Guided tours
- “Guided Tour was incredible.” - Chris Allsopp
Common questions about 2 Willow Road
Where is 2 Willow Road?
2 Willow Road is in London, England, at 2 Willow Road, 2 Willow Rd, London NW3 1TH.
Do you need a ticket to visit 2 Willow Road?
Yes - 2 Willow Road is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by National Trust. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting 2 Willow Road?
The Modernist design itself, a distinctive departure from the period houses that dominate the wider portfolio.
Is 2 Willow Road a ruin or still intact?
2 Willow Road is largely intact - Modernist house designed by architect Erno Goldfinger as his family home.
