Property in Holland Park: Villa for sale
Date : 05 July 2010
For the first time on the market in approximately 50 years, this classically handsome double fronted Victorian villa sits on one of the largest plots of land, with possibly the best garden in the road.
Currently unmodernised, the property in Holland Park extends to an awesome 721 sq m (7,768 sq ft approximately) and offers enormous potential to reconfigure and extend to create a unique and inspiring home.
What makes this house really stand out above most others, is the garden. A size rarely found in central London, it stretches approximately 47.2 meters wide by 17.4 meters long (154 “10”x57 ft), allowing for the possibility of sizable extensions to be erected on the rear of the house.
Even with redevelopment, one would still be left with a generous outside space that would dwarf the majority of many London properties. South-East facing, it also benefits from the sun throughout the day.
It is worth noting that the lawn, with parallel flower beds running its’ length and a picturesque outdoor summer chair at the end, actually extends beyond the eye can see. One almost feels away from the city entirely in this unexpected and remarkable outdoor space.
The house for sale itself was purchased after the Second World War to form a base where the younger Sisters Of The Society Of The Holy Child Jesus could do their studies.
This property in Holland Park has not been renovated and is steeped in history, original features and large reception rooms. The servants back staircase is also still in place, drawing one back to past eras.
Currently arranged with various smaller bedrooms on the first to third floors, these have been designed with simple partitions that can be easily removed to create some extraordinarily beautiful rooms.
The Holland Park property should be viewed with redevelopment in mind, and an appreciation for all the original hall marks in place that would help make this property a truly charming home. Added extras are the inbuilt garage, and a pretty carriage driveway that provides ample parking.
There is also the opportunity to excavate the basement and create an extra floor (subject to planning permission)…the possibilities are endless.
Holland Villas Road is a tree lined avenue of handsome detached villas situated to the west of Holland Park. Kensington High Street and Notting Hill Gate are also close by, where a plethora of fantastic restaurants, bars and shops can be found.
Kensington estate agents
Transport poses no problem either, with both tube stations nearby that take you directly into the City and London's West End. (Central, Circle & District Lines).
This incredible find is on the market with Kensington estate agents Knight Frank, with a guide price of £20,000,000.
For further information, please contact:
Roddy Craggs, Partner, Knight Frank, 020 7938 4311
roderick.craggs@knightfrank.com
Hannah Collins, Marketing Assistant, Knight Frank, 020 7938 4311
hannah.collins@knightfrank.com
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Notes to Editors
Knight Frank LLP is the leading independent global property consultancy. Headquartered in London, Knight Frank and its New York-based global partner, Newmark Knight Frank, operate from 207 offices, in 43 countries, across six continents. More than 6,340 professionals handle in excess of US$886 billion (£594 billion) worth of commercial, agricultural and residential real estate annually, advising clients ranging from individual owners and buyers to major developers, investors and corporate tenants. For further information about the Company, please visit www.knightfrank.com.
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Property - Holland Park
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Holland Park property, living room
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