Greenaway Gardens, Hampstead, London, NW3

An extraordinary opportunity to acquire and complete one of Hampstead’s most significant and architecturally ambitious private residences, discreetly positioned on the prestigious Greenaway Gardens, Hampstead, NW3.

Extending to approximately 14,501 sq ft, this exceptional detached ambassadorial residence has undergone a comprehensive programme of redevelopment, structural expansion and technical enhancement, resulting in a house of remarkable scale, engineering sophistication and international calibre.

Designed by internationally renowned architects and interior designers SHH, the house has been conceived as a substantial long term family residence combining impressive lateral proportions, outstanding ceiling volumes and exceptional leisure and entertaining facilities, all positioned behind an elegant and timeless façade within one of Hampstead’s most sought after addresses.

Importantly, the property is not being offered as a conventional development opportunity. The significant structural, engineering and infrastructure works, ordinarily the most complex, time consuming and technically demanding stages of creating a house of this scale have already been completed by an exceptional professional team comprising some of prime central London’s leading specialists.

The house is now at the stage where the incoming purchaser is able to focus on the final interior installation, finishes, materials and detailing, creating a rare opportunity to complete a world class residence entirely to their own specification and aesthetic requirements, without the uncertainty, disruption and timescale typically associated with undertaking a project of this magnitude from the ground up.

A tremendous amount of technical and structural work has already been undertaken behind the scenes. The extensive newly formed lower ground floor has been constructed using sophisticated top down engineering techniques by renowned basement specialists Trenchco, with the entire below ground structure formed in waterproof concrete and supplemented by advanced secondary waterproofing systems with backup protection. Extensive structural rebuilding has also been completed throughout the house alongside the installation and commissioning of a comprehensive mechanical and electrical infrastructure package.

The result is a house where the vast majority of the most difficult, disruptive and capital intensive work has already been accomplished, allowing the new owner to concentrate on the exciting final stages of personalisation and completion.

The accommodation has been carefully designed to provide exceptional family and entertaining space on a scale rarely found in Hampstead. A dramatic 12.5m triple height entrance hall with rooflight above creates an immediate sense of volume and arrival, whilst expansive reception, dining and kitchen areas extend across the rear of the house and connect directly onto landscaped terraces and gardens.

The principal entertaining ground floor has been designed to deliver exceptional lateral living space with a seamless flow between formal and informal areas, creating an environment equally suited to large scale entertaining and day to day family living. A striking architectural “wall of wine” installation forms a central design feature linking the principal entertaining and leisure levels, whilst additional accommodation on this floor includes a library, private office, secondary preparation kitchen and extensive ancillary accommodation.

The lower ground floor has been designed as a substantial leisure and wellness level incorporating an indoor swimming pool with provision for spa facilities and infinity swim jet, sauna, steam room, treatment rooms, gymnasium, games room and a private cinema/media room. Importantly, the leisure accommodation has been fully integrated into the overall design of the house, creating a continuation of the principal living environment rather than a secondary lower ground floor space. Full width glazing opens directly onto an exceptional landscaped lower terrace which spans the width of the house, creating a dramatic connection between the internal leisure accommodation and the gardens beyond, whilst providing an outstanding additional entertaining and relaxation space. In addition, the house benefits from a significant dedicated workshop/studio space positioned to the rear of the lower ground floor, complete with three phase power provision, offering exceptional flexibility for creative, technical, wellness, storage, operational or specialist lifestyle requirements.

The principal bedroom suite occupies a substantial private wing of the first floor and includes private sitting areas, dual dressing rooms, en-suite bathrooms and private terraces overlooking the gardens. In total, the house provides seven bedroom suites with staff and service accommodation and passenger lift access to all floors.

An exceptional level of infrastructure has already been installed and commissioned throughout the property, reflecting the technical ambition and quality of the project. Systems include ground source heat pumps with boreholes providing heating and comfort cooling, wet underfloor heating, MVHR fresh air systems with CO2 control, integrated building management systems, advanced waterproofing and leak detection technology, boosted water systems, automated vehicle gates, audio visual and smart home cabling infrastructure and secure vehicle storage via an installed automated car stacker system.

The South-Westerly facing gardens and landscaping have been designed by acclaimed landscape designer Kate Gould and arranged to create a strong connection between the internal accommodation and the surrounding outdoor space, incorporating terraces, entertaining areas and structured planting appropriate for a residence of this stature.

Greenaway Gardens is positioned moments from the open expanses of Hampstead Heath and within easy reach of the boutiques, cafés, restaurants and village atmosphere of Hampstead High Street.

The area is renowned for its combination of privacy, architectural significance and enduring international appeal, attracting many of London’s most prominent families, business figures and ambassadors. Hampstead offers a rare balance of substantial detached housing, mature greenery and tranquillity, whilst remaining within convenient reach of the West End, the City and London’s principal airports.

The house is exceptionally well located for many of North West London’s finest schools including University College School, South Hampstead High School, Highgate School, The Hall, King Alfred School, Channing School, The American School in London, together with a number of highly regarded international and preparatory schools nearby.

Excellent transport connections are available via Hampstead Underground Station (Northern Line), Finchley Road Underground Station (Jubilee & Metropolitan Lines) and the extensive amenities of St John’s Wood, Belsize Park and Primrose Hill, all of which are within close proximity.

Greenaway Gardens represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial residence within one of London’s most prestigious, established and internationally recognised neighbourhoods.

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