High Street, Amersham, HP7 0EN

The Property:

Elegant One-Bedroom Apartment in Historic Elmodesham House.

Nestled within the grand and historic Elmodesham House, this charming ground-floor apartment offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Old Amersham’s rich heritage. Spanning 556 sq. ft., the property boasts impressive period features, including high ceilings and large sash windows that flood the space with natural light while offering picturesque views of the High Street.

Steeped in history, this unique home retains its timeless elegance, with the potential to be restored to its former glory. The apartment comprises a spacious living area, a well-appointed kitchen, and a modern bathroom, seamlessly blending classic charm with contemporary convenience. The property also benefits from the use of a beautifully presented communal garden, a parking space, and a garage. With its prime location in the heart of Old Amersham, this is a perfect home for those seeking character, history, and the vibrancy of a thriving community.

The Development: 

Elmodesham House, originally built as Woodville House around 1715 for merchant Charles Eeles, features wall and ceiling paintings by Sir James Thornhill. The Eeles family owned it until the late 1700s when it was sold to surgeon James Rumsey. Following Rumsey’s death in 1824, the house became a school, later run by Reverend Ebenezer West’s son, Mr. Ebenezer West, as The Academy. In 1861, the school moved to Caversham and became Amersham Hall, while the house reverted to private ownership in 1866, undergoing several expansions and renovations under different owners, including Major J. Y. Stephen, who renamed it Elmodesham House.  

The house changed hands multiple times before being purchased for Council Offices in 1931. During renovations in 1986, hidden murals by Thornhill were rediscovered but later partially stolen after media coverage. Following the council’s relocation, the building was converted into houses and flats, preserving its long and varied history.