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A sneak peak of the views from the best penthouses in W8.
Sitting atop the highly sought after Sheffield Terrace, Academy Gardens and Thornwood Lodge in The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea.
All incredibly different, with their own unique qualities and history. Each boasting over 4,500 sq.ft of lateral living. With the most phenomenal views, and bathed in natural light.
Harwood are very proud to have these mandates, not least because we get to soak in the views that very few people are privileged to see.
By all means get in touch with @sami_robertson, @ollieblakelock or @alazenbury to find out more, or arrange a viewing.
On entering the property there is an immediate feeling of space and light. Leading off the entrance hall is a spacious double reception room, balcony and a study off it to the rear. Shaftesbury Villas is located on Allen Street, south of Kensington High Street and therefore benefits from the shopping and transport facilities of the area. Holland Park and Kensington Gardens are also nearby.
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Shaftesbury Villas, London, W8 2,333 sq.ft Entrance Hall Double Reception Family Room/Kitchen/Breakfast Room Cloakroom And Utility Room Master Bedroom With Ensuite Bathroom Two Further Bedrooms Ensuite Shower Family Bathroom Study Garden Two Terraces Off-Street Parking
Occupying 2,333 sq.ft of space, the house has an abundance of outside space with a large garden and two charming terraces, one off the ground floor reception and a larger one off the first floor half landing. Downstairs there is a lovely family room, leading into the well equipped kitchen / dining room with bi-fold doors opening out onto the stunning south west facing garden.
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Shaftesbury Villas, London, W8 2,333 sq.ft Entrance Hall Double Reception Family Room/Kitchen/Breakfast Room Cloakroom And Utility Room Master Bedroom With Ensuite Bathroom Two Further Bedrooms Ensuite Shower Family Bathroom Study Garden Two Terraces Off-Street Parking
Beautifully proportioned and with ceiling heights of over 3 metres throughout, the first floor apartment provides a great combination of elegance and warmth. Initial drawings have already been created by the world-renowned interior design team at Studio Vero, led by Venetia Rudebeck and Romanos Brihi.
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Oakwood Court, London, W14 2,476 sq.ft Entrance hall Drawing room Dining room Kitchen/breakfast room Bedroom 1 with large ensuite bathroom 2 Further bedrooms One further bathroom Bed 4/study Cloakroom & Utility room 24 hour porter Communal Gardens
Being south facing at the front, the views and natural light from the drawing room and dining room are simply the finest in Holland Park. Dating back to 1899, Oakwood Court consists of nine Edwardian and three Art Deco mansion buildings positioned around a private communal garden square.
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Oakwood Court, London, W14 2,476 sq.ft Entrance hall Drawing room Dining room Kitchen/breakfast room Bedroom 1 with large ensuite bathroom 2 Further bedrooms One further bathroom Bed 4/study Cloakroom & Utility room 24 hour porter Communal Gardens
A stunning first floor flat, occupying approximately 2,476 sq.ft (approx. 230 sq.m) in Oakwood Court, the highly sought after mansion block in Holland Park, London.
Demonstrating the lengths we go to for our clients, we wanted to shine a light on is a truly exceptional 5 bedroom lateral flat in Oakwood Court, the highly sought after mansion block in Holland Park, London. Bathed in natural light, the apartment is completed to a stunning finish by the world-renowned interior design team Studio Vero.
“Classical details were reinstated and sit harmoniously alongside newer additions. The introduction of the arched glazed doors into both the kitchen and dining room was particularly successful, flooding the hallway with natural light.”
Venetia Rudebeck, Founder of Studio Vero
“Properties like this are very rare and increasingly hard to find. But it’s what we do. And what we love. To continually deliver over and above for our clients.“
Buying a turnkey house or apartment has a premium attached to it right now.
It is one of the main reasons we have such strong relationships with the very best partners. World-renowned experts that transform properties into the most extraordinary homes – immediately ready for their new lives.
This was certainly the case in a recent collaboration with our long-standing interior design partners Studio Vero, in reconfiguring a 5 bedroom lateral flat in Oakwood Court, Holland Park.
“The principle suite is exceptionally generous and private. We wanted to create a calm, serene space offering some retreat and escapism from London life. Hard finishes include pale oak herringbone floor, green and white marble Pentelikon marble and antique brass brassware. We used a more neutral palette for the furnishing combining different textures (linen, silk, boucle).”
Venetia Rudebeck, Founder of Studio Vero
“The work of partners like Studio Vero helps to turn the heads of buyers from other areas – who may never have entertained a certain location if it wasn’t for the wow factor that this level of finish delivers. We’ve had clients from South Kensington and Knightsbridge look towards Holland Park because the market is increasingly product led. Nowadays, their priority is on finding the perfect home – ready to move in – whereas in previous times their decisions have been led on location.“
Now more than ever, the presentation of a property is key. Having seen a significant increases on build and renovation costs, buyers are becoming incredibly cautious about buying anything that needs modernising. In some cases, they refuse to view properties that are in need of an overhaul.
A recent project that highlights the craft, care and attention to detail that we go to for our clients is this stunning 5 bedroom lateral flat in Oakwood Court, the highly sought after mansion block in Holland Park, London. Undertaken by the peerless interior design experts Studio Vero.
“The project involved a complete reconfiguration of the existing layout to better suit contemporary family life, whilst accommodating new services such as under-floor heating and air conditioning. We created light-filled, lateral spaces which flow seamlessly from one to the other, whilst our considered use of colour, pattern and texture is evident throughout the design scheme.”
Venetia Rudebeck, Founder of Studio Vero
“As you walk through this captivating property, one is struck by its exquisite architectural features and meticulously crafted design elements. Ingenious optimisation of space and storage seamlessly blends form with function, culminating in an absolute masterpiece.”
A truly special night was had last night at the Legends of Rugby Dinner at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London, in aid of a charity that is very dear to our hearts – Nordoff & Robbins.
We celebrated the life, and paid tribute to, Paul ‘Judge’ Rendall – an absolute hero on and off the pitch. We honoured the esteemed rugby career of Sarah Hunter CBE – England’s most capped player with 141 caps, and who was part of the 2014 World Cup Winning team.
We also had the pleasure of hearing from Oli, one of the Nordoff & Robbins music therapy teachers – who is doing some incredible work to transform lives through the power of music. And the awesome Sophie Ellis-Bextor had us all up dancing at the end.
Thanks, as always, to our host Victor Ubogu for putting on a superb event. And to the Master of Ceremonies, Martin Bayfield, so keeping us all in check.
An amazing evening for the most wonderful of causes. The Legends of Rugby Dinner is such a great way to start the year.
Absolutely delighted to be featured in Prime Resi as we complete the sale of the most incredible penthouse apartment in Academy Gardens.
It was superb teamwork all round, and a total pleasure working with Dawn Findlay @my_superprime @knightfrank @alazenbury @ollieblakelock @suseodg throughout.
Thanks also to @primeresi for a fantastic feature – which really does showcase this remarkable 3,125 sq.ft property that sprawls across the fourth and fifth floors of the converted Grade II listed building on the Phillimore Estate.
This sale now means that Sami has sold 22 of the 67 apartments in Academy Gardens, having been consulted on most of the others.
The client added “We instructed Sami to sell our London apartment which had been on the market without success. Sami revitalised the process with fresh vigour, a fresh approach and great energy. He achieved a sale in a short period and at a great price.”
Whether you’re just beginning to think about moving home or you need advice on a purchase already identified, get in touch to see how we can help. Our experienced team can save you valuable time and money, and access exclusive off-market deals.