Great James Street, London, WC1N

An incredible Grade II* listed house in the heart of Bloomsbury

Description

A rare opportunity to acquire a five story, Grade II* listed townhouse in the heart of Bloomsbury which is modernised and renovated throughout. Particular emphasis has been placed on restoring the many original period features which showcase the property’s very special character and charm.

Measuring in excess of 4,600 square feet internally, the property comprises a spacious one bedroom apartment on the lower ground floor which benefits from its own private entrance and patio area; this is currently tenanted until September 2023. If desired this could easily be re-integrated into the main house as the original staircase remains. The four upper floors provide flexible accommodation offering a huge amount of living space, up to six bedrooms, four reception rooms and three full bathrooms. There is underfloor heating throughout with the exception of the kitchen, which is heated by an Esse and garden room which has radiators/solid fuel stove.

The property offers a very generous amount of outside space, exceptional for the area. This comprises a good-sized garden with a water feature as well as a spacious, sunny roof terrace, it also benefits from an external building currently used as a gym along with a number of store rooms and vaults that offer the opportunity for further development.

Location

Built circa 1721, Great James Street is one of London's finest Georgian Streets, remaining largely untouched since its original construction. Located in the heart of Bloomsbury, close to the Inns of Court, Holborn and the City, the local shops and restaurants of Lambs Conduit Street and The Brunswick Centre are only a short walk away. The underground stations of Russell Square, Chancery Lane and Holborn, coupled with the numerous bus routes, provide comprehensive transport links. The bars, restaurants and theatres of the West End and Covent Garden are also very close by.

Square Footage: 5,289 sq ft