Wherever you happen to be in the capital, there will be at least one of the city’s renowned parks within a short distance. There are no less than eight Royal Parks in Greater London covering around 4,882 acres; all former Royal hunting grounds that are now open for all to enjoy.
Shereen Malik, senior sales negotiator at United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty, says, “A home that is within close proximity to a park, particularly one of the Royal Parks, presents a highly attractive proposition for not only families, but also dog owners and those that like to exercise. In any built up urban area, green space is extremely desirable and homes that are close to an attractive, immaculately presented park such as Hyde Park or Regent’s Park will continue to command a premium. However, equally important is the increased marketability of these properties. A nearby park certainly adds value to a home, but it also generates more significant interest, acting as a strong selling point.”
Silk House, Cornwall
Terrace, W1
Named after the explorer James Silk Buckingham (1786-1855), this property is at the south west corner of Regent’s Park. The magnificent Grade I listed home provides stunning views over the park and has been both carefully restored to the specification of the Crown Estate and English Heritage. It comprises some 8,833 square feet as well as an adjacent mews house of 1,140 square feet.
It includes a large family room, dining room, library with original fireplace and fully equipped kitchen. There is a custom made silent passenger lift to access all floors. The first floor comprises a principal reception room with floor-to-ceiling windows, a spacious study and state-of-the-art media room.
Occupying the entire second floor, the master suite comprises bedroom, en suite bathroom, additional shower room and dressing room. The third floor comprises four bedroom suites, while the lower ground floor has a gym, spa, garage, vaults and staff accommodation.
£27.5m / €30.7m / $36.1m
Beauchamp Estates
beauchamp.com
Marathon House, Marylebone
An extremely modern and spacious four-bedroom duplex penthouse just moments away from Regent’s Park with spectacular city views. Newly renovated to the highest standards, it features approximately 4,079 square feet of open plan living space with floor to ceiling windows on all sides, a modern kitchen, four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a utility room. The property has undergone a complete refurbishment and includes under floor heating, ceiling mounted air conditioning throughout and a Lutron system.
£6.95m / €7.87m / $9.17m
UK Sotheby’s International Realty
sothebysrealty.co.uk
Mayfair Park Residences, Mayfair
At the heart of London’s most prestigious district, with incredible views of the iconic Hyde Park, Mayfair Park Residences comprises a prestigious collection of 26 private apartments and townhouses. They all benefit from five-star amenities and in-house services delivered by the adjoining hotel, 45 Park Lane. Setting a new benchmark for super-prime London development, those privileged residents at Mayfair Park Residences will be the first in the world to enjoy the world-renowned service of a Dorchester Collection hotel in their own private residence.
From £4.25m / €4.75m / $5.58m
Clivedale London
clivedale.com
Parkside, Knightsbridge
An immaculate and totally refurbished second floor apartment in a much sought after building. It includes four bedroom suites and is ideal for entertaining with a spacious entrance hall leading to a reception room with separate dining room. With glorious views directly over Hyde Park, the apartment has 24-hour porterage and a balcony. Parkside is well located for Harrods, Hyde Park and the internationally renowned boutiques of Sloane Street.
£8.1m / €9.05m / $10.6m
Chestertons International
chestertons.com
