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6 bedroom terraced house for sale

John Street, London, WC1N

PROPERTY TYPE

Terraced

BEDROOMS

6

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

4,856 sq ft

451 sq m

TENURE
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Description

Set behind a handsome brick façade matched with tall sash windows, the property extends over five floors and retains much of its original character. This Grade II listed Georgian townhouse is situated on one of Bloomsbury’s most sought after streets, 26 John Street offers elegant period proportions, fine original features, and beautifully arranged accommodation. Extending to approximately 4,856 sq ft (451.2 sq m) including loft and vault spaces, this is a rare example of a classic London townhouse retaining its authentic character and charm.

Upon entry, a strikingly bright entrance hall creates an immediate impression, featuring a grand stone staircase as its centrepiece. Beyond lies a stunning open-plan kitchen and dining area overlooking a private walled garden a perfect setting for entertaining. The contemporary kitchen combines bespoke cabinetry, integrated appliances, and a generous central island, blending modern luxury with the home’s historic charm.
The lower ground floor provides an ideal self-contained space for a live-in housekeeper or nanny, featuring a comfortable bedroom suite, kitchen and dining area, and a large utility room.

The first-floor comprises a private terrace, reception room over looking the garden and a stand out stunning reception room combining period elegance with contemporary style, featuring soaring ceilings, ornate cornicing, and tall sash windows that flood the space with natural light. A beautiful marble fireplace forms the centrepiece. Perfect for entertaining or relaxing, this beautifully balanced space blends classic London architecture with sophisticated, artistic design. The upper floors offer five generously sized bedrooms, complemented by family bathrooms and ample storage.

Location
John Street, is a quiet and elegant Georgian street in the heart of Bloomsbury, within the London Borough of Camden. Lined with beautifully preserved period townhouses and mature trees, it offers a classic and refined London setting just moments from Theobalds Road and Doughty Street. The location provides excellent transport links via Holborn, Russell Square, and Chancery Lane Underground stations, with King’s Cross St Pancras also nearby for national and international connections. Residents benefit from close proximity to cultural landmarks such as the Charles Dickens Museum and the British Museum, as well as the Brunswick Centre’s shops and restaurants and the green spaces of Coram’s Fields and Russell Square Gardens.

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About House Collective, London

31 Oval Road London NW1 7EA
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House Collective is a truly bespoke, B-Corp certified estate agency, challenging the status quo of the property industry through a meticulous, customer-first approach. We are customer-first estate agents dedicated to house and home, providing an outstanding end-to-end service across buying, selling, letting and renting, carefully tailored to every property and every individual need.

Our name is inspired by the way we work and our connection to one another and the broader community—values that underpin everything we do. We are relationship-driven, providing genuine partnership and expert guidance, and offering meaningful property advice at life’s pivotal moments. By taking the time to truly get to know our clients, we understand priorities, goals and aspirations, and work collaboratively to deliver quality outcomes.

More than simply selling or letting houses, we tap into our clients’ lifestyles and aspirations, offering personalised advice and forward-thinking expertise to ensure the right outcome in every instance. Our service is professional, committed and genuinely different to anything else you’ll find in the market.

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