On elegant Connaught Square in the heart of Connaught Village, one of central London’s most desirable garden squares neighbouring Marble Arch and Hyde Park, an exquisite six bedroom, three bathroom Georgian townhouse, set over five main floors and providing 3,390 sq. ft. of living space, a private courtyard garden, spacious terrace and a balcony, and seamlessly blending timeless architecture and period detail with contemporary luxury, is for sale for £6,500,000 via MARSH & PARSONS.
Known for its famous residents past and present, which include Tony and Cherie Blair, Strictly and Traitors host Claudia Winkleman and multi Grammy award-winning record producer William Orbit, as well as a host of artists and diplomats, Connaught Square is ideally located for the independent shops, eateries and galleries of Connaught Village, the Hyde Park Estate’s luxury retail quarter. Just a seven minute walk from the transport links of Marble Arch Underground station, it also has the West End, Marylebone Village, Mayfair and Oxford Street on its doorstep.
A rarity on the sales market, the Grade II Listed townhouse dates from the late 1820s, when it was built as part of the Bishop of London’s Estate in what was then Tyburnia, and offers high-ceilinged and flexible accommodation, with grand living and entertaining spaces. Located on the east side of Connaught Square, it has been exquisitely refurbished by its present owners, retaining original Georgian features inside and out while introducing contemporary materials and luxuries.
When Tony and Cherie Blair chose Connaught Square for their primary London residence in the early 2000s, a symbol of the former Prime Minister’s transition from Downing Street to private life, this already exclusive neighbourhood’s profile was instantly lifted. Their extensive renovation of their own Grade II Listed home and introduction of state of the art security measures highlighted tranquil Connaught Square’s status as a sought after destination for wealthy urban families and international power players. With the majority of the square’s 45 or so important historic townhouses still intact as single homes, the Blairs joined a close-knit group of longstanding homeowners. Their annual summer party in the prestigious, beautifully maintained communal residents’ only gardens is a legendary London affair.
Now available with MARSH & PARSONS, the Connaught Square property sits behind glossy black railings, a path tiled in black and white checkerboard and a panelled door with original fanlight, its façade of brown brick, stucco and eight 12-paned sash windows elegantly rising.
Entered on the ground floor, the light-filled marble floored hallway sets an instantly opulent tone, opening onto a beautifully finished formal dining room, with original wooden panelling, ceiling cornicing and ceiling rose intact, and also featuring a grand white marble fireplace. Sliding doors open discreetly on to the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room, carefully designed to be both classic and contemporary, ideal for both everyday use and entertaining. There is ample space here and premium finishes throughout, with plentiful white cabinetry, pan drawers, two ovens and a built-in breakfast bar. White veined black marble flooring lies underfoot throughout the ground floor.
The lower ground level offers exceptional flexibility, featuring two generous double bedrooms (one currently set up as a home office, with custom-made built-in floor-to-ceiling shelving and desk), both with direct access to a tranquil private garden. This floor also includes a well-equipped utility room, a bespoke fitted bathroom, a dedicated gym room, a substantial storage area and access to the two demised vaulted storage spaces. With its own access to street level, this floor could provide practical staff accommodation if needed.
The first floor showcases a magnificent double reception room, complete with a working fireplace and dark oak flooring, and French doors opening onto a balcony that overlooks the private garden square, its original Georgian landscaping still visible. Adjacent is a bright study, with access to its own private terrace, perfect for home working or quiet relaxation. A stylish WC is conveniently located on the half landing.
The entire second floor forms an indulgent principal suite, including a spacious bedroom, a dedicated dressing area and a beautifully appointed en suite bathroom featuring both a freestanding bath and a walk-in shower. The top floor provides three further double bedrooms, all high ceilinged and generously proportioned, served by a large contemporary family bathroom.
Connaught Square was developed in the 1820s as the area’s first garden square, aimed to rival Belgravia with grand homes for the wealthy elite. Today, the charming square offers an exclusive, family friendly lifestyle in the heart of London, near Hyde Park, Marble Arch, Oxford Street, Marylebone and Paddington, but with the amenities of Connaught Village, Hyde Park’s high-end retail quarter, on its doorstep.
The peaceful neighbourhood is characterised by pastel-coloured Georgian buildings, with independent boutiques, art galleries, cafes and traditional pubs including Crispins grocery, Assal Patisserie, Dorothy Circus contemporary art gallery, the iconic Hyde Park riding stables, Lyon & Turnbull auction house, Buchanans Cheesemonger and Duke of Kendal.
Families are also served by excellent schools within easy walking distance, including Connaught House (which is on the square itself), Wetherby, Queen’s College, ICS London and the American School in London.
The townhouse on Connaught Square has excellent transport connections, a short walk from several Underground and mainline rail stations including Marble Arch 0.3m (Central), two Edgware Road stations 0.5m (Circle and Hammersmith & City, Circle & District, Bakerloo), Lancaster Gate 0.6m (Central) and London Paddington 0.7m (National Rail, Elizabeth, Bakerloo, Circle, District and Hammersmith & City)
Sam Preece, Director of MARSH & PARSONS (Marylebone & Mayfair), says: “The Grade II Listed Georgian townhouses on sought after Connaught Square, one of Central London’s most exclusive garden squares, are very rarely available on the open market. This opulent home provides nearly 3,400 sq. ft. of living space, six bedrooms and two private outside spaces, seamlessly blending timeless period features with contemporary luxury across five floors. Its new owners will also have access to the private communal gardens it overlooks, joining an elite, close-knit group of residents.”
The townhouse on Connaught Square is available to buy for £6,500,000 (freehold). For further information or to arrange a viewing, contact MARSH & PARSONS (Marylebone & Mayfair) on Tel: +44 (0)207 935 1775, marshandparsons.co.uk.
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