Hyde Park lies at the heart of central London. Originally established by Henry VIII as a hunting ground, today the 350 acre park is the largest Royal park in central London, a mecca for joggers, riders, swimmers and walkers –an oasis of calm and space amidst the hustle and bustle of the West End.
Running through the park is the Serpentine River, while further west you’ll reach Kensington Gardens and Kensington Palace. To the east is Mayfair, to the south Knightsbridge and to the north Paddington.
Along the park’s borders there’s an eclectic mix of architecture– from the mansions and townhouses of Kensington Palace Gardens, Knightsbridge and Mayfair to the lovely squares around Bays water and Notting Hill ...Read more
You’ll find1920s mansion blocks as well as charming mews properties tucked away behind historic streets - these are some of London’s most prestigious postcodes.
Further north you’ll see a complete contrast in the brand-new developments of Paddington Basin, an area now completely regenerated. Here, gleaming residential buildings tower over the local waterways, while the canal basin is also home to businesses, shops and hotels.
Marylebone has an entirely different feel –its grand streets and squares lined with elegant townhouses. Fictional detective Sherlock Holmes ‘lived’ in Baker Street while Charles Dickens lived at Bentinck Street for several years. Regent’s Park and Lord’s Cricket Ground are a short walk away. Today Marylebone High Street is a haunt of celebrities – packed with stylish restaurants and boutiques.
This is London at its most fascinating and eclectic – a collection of distinct villages, each with its own character.
Our residential property sales team, based at Sussex Place, just minutes from the park, has extensive residential property experience in this iconic part of central London. We can help you narrow down your property search, whether you’re looking for a stylish apartment – perhaps a pied-a-terre or bolt-hole in central London, or a stucco fronted townhouse – a home for your growing family.