Halsey House, Milner Street, London, SW3

Occupying a prominent corner position on Milner Street in Chelsea SW3, this exceptional mixed-use freehold extends to near 2,800 sq ft. The house presents as a four bedroom, four bathroom home with off-street parking, dual access and a turnkey finish throughout. The commercial element comprises a duplex Use Class E former gallery.

The ground floor is intelligently configured as a formal entrance hall complete with WC, creating a practical yet elegant arrival sequence. From here, the layout allows for discreet movement through the house, with internal access down to the lower ground suite, ideal for nanny, guest or staff accommodation, alongside dedicated utility room and separate plant room. The property benefits from two separate entrances, enhancing flexibility and privacy without compromising cohesion.

The first floor unfolds into a dramatic open-plan reception and kitchen, beautifully dual aspect, with windows at either end to maximise natural light. Oak herringbone floors run throughout with underfloor heating beneath, anchored by a working fireplace framed in Arabescato marble. The bespoke kitchen is centred around substantial stone worktops, a statement island with integrated breakfast bar seating and handcrafted cabinetry throughout. Miele appliances are seamlessly integrated, with bespoke joinery extending to the media wall and storage. Inbuilt speakers and a curated lighting scheme blending Heals, Corston and Astro fittings create depth and warmth from day through to evening entertaining.

The principal suite is indulgent in both scale and finish. The bathroom is designed in boutique-hotel fashion, with freestanding bath, separate walk-in shower, double vanity and brass finishes, Crosswater brassware set against Mandarin Stone tiling. The upper floor hosts two further guest suites, each with bespoke cabinetry and beautifully appointed bathrooms, maintaining continuity of materials and craftsmanship.

Every element has been comprehensively rebuilt. All electrics, plumbing, roofing, windows, internal walls, ceilings, floors and staircases have been fully replaced. Solid timber double-glazed bespoke windows and doors have been installed throughout. Victorian plaster cornicing enhances the principal floors, while the overall specification balances period detailing with modern performance. Available fully furnished, the house is entirely turnkey.

The commercial element benefits from its own separate corner access at ground level with dual aspect frontage, extending to the lower ground floor with separate kitchenette and WC. Classed under Use Class E, it has previously operated as a fine art gallery. In total, the commercial space measures near 800 sq ft and has historically generated circa £85,000 per annum. Held together with the residence on a single freehold title, the building qualifies as genuine mixed-use. As such, non-residential SDLT rates apply. On a £5,999,950 purchase, SDLT would be approximately £291,247 compared with roughly £969,991 if acquired as an additional purely residential property. This represents an indicative saving of around £678,744, alongside the benefit of an income-producing commercial asset in prime Chelsea.

Positioned in the heart of the Chelsea Green enclave, Milner Street is moments from the King’s Road and Sloane Square, with Pavilion Road’s independent cafés and boutiques close by. Green open space is abundant, with Hyde Park within easy reach, alongside Burton Court and the Royal Hospital grounds, and Battersea Park just across the river. Transport links include Sloane Square, South Kensington and Knightsbridge Underground stations, providing District, Circle and Piccadilly line connections, alongside extensive bus routes. The area is renowned for its schooling, including Garden House, Hill House, Sussex House and Eaton House, alongside easy access to leading senior schools across Belgravia, Knightsbridge and South Kensington.