Providing 2,575 sq ft of living space a remarkable 17th Century Grade II Listed four-bedroom house, located on Old Queen Street is for sale through Dexters Westminster Estate Agents. One of the oldest houses in the area, the Old Queen Street property bears a blue plaque dedicated to Richard Savage (1660-1712), Lord Colchester and eventually Constable of the Tower of London, who lived in the house after it was built in c.1698, towards the end of his life.
The property on Old Queen Street spans five floors, from a basement to a third floor, with a reception room that offers plenty of natural light. The dining room feels virtually open plan, perfect for hosting dinner parties or drinks with friends where guests can float between rooms. The kitchen is flooded with light through a sky light, adding a modern feel to the ground floor and completed with integrated appliances.
On the first floor of the property is a second reception room with three large sash windows and feature floor to ceiling length draped cream curtains. Accessed off this reception room is one of the four bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower. The second and third floors both feature substantial bedrooms and en-suites both with walk in showers, freestanding baths and double sinks.
The basement level provides versatile accommodation across two rooms that can be used as a media room / snug or a bedroom and a further bedroom at the rear of the house or a third reception room / study.
Set within the Birdcage Walk Conservation Area, the Old Queen Street property is situated between Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament. The street itself is a picture of charm and tranquillity, also because of the bustling and interesting surroundings being minutes from St James’ Park, Buckingham Palace and Westminster – everything buyers could need for touristy afternoons, family strolls through the park or working in the city.
Harry Laflin Manager of Dexters Westminster Office says: “This unique property will make a wonderful family home, in the centre of all the best London has to offer currently as well as historically. Renovated to provide modern living whilst retaining its Grade II Listed charm, the Old Queen Street home benefits from adaptable spaces, perfect for expanding families. Marked by a blue plaque, on a street and in an area rich in British history, this home is a story itself, just waiting for the right buyer to come along and make their own mark.”
