Collingham Gardens, London, SW5

A rare opportunity to acquire a stunning Grade II Listed family home full of period charm and elegance.

Description

A beautifully presented Grade II listed freehold house, offering 4,344 sq ft of thoughtfully arranged accommodation, ideally located in prime South Kensington, moments from The Boltons.

Originally built circa 1884 by renowned Victorian architect Sir Ernest George, the property retains an array of original period features, including ornate fireplaces, decorative cornicing, wall panelling and attractive external architectural detailing. The current owners have sensitively refurbished the house to suit modern family living, while preserving its historic charm.

The raised ground floor opens into an impressive 20 ft x 24 ft reception room, complete with bespoke built-in storage. Also on this floor, the principal bedroom suite spans 26 ft x 18 ft and features a walk-in wardrobe, an en-suite bathroom with a roll-top bath, and delightful views over the gardens.

The lower ground floor comprises a spacious 27 ft x 16 ft kitchen, fitted with Poliform cabinetry, Wolf appliances and Sub-Zero refrigeration. French doors lead onto a private terrace with direct access to the exclusive two-acre Collingham Gardens. This level also includes a dining room, study, utility room, and a staff bedroom with en-suite and separate entrance.

On the first floor, there are two east-facing bedrooms and an exceptional 25 ft x 19 ft sitting room with 16 ft ceilings, a drop-down screen and a bar area, overlooking Wetherby Gardens.

The top floor provides an additional bedroom with en-suite bathroom and access to a generous private roof terrace.

Location

The property is conveniently located within walking distance of Gloucester Road Underground station (approximately 0.4 miles), providing access to the District, Circle and Piccadilly lines. A wide range of local amenities, including shops, cafés and restaurants, are also close by.

The area is particularly well served by some of London’s most highly regarded independent schools, including Bousfield Primary School (approximately 0.2 miles), Thomas’s Kensington (approximately 0.5 miles), Wetherby School (approximately 0.6 miles) and Falkner House (approximately 0.4 miles).

Square Footage: 4,347 sq ft