this exceptional chelse a townhouse boasts an incredible amount of space, both internally and externally, all while being located in one of london’s most prestigious neighbourhoods.
on the ground floor you will find the kitchen which seamlessly blends tradition with modernity: wooden floors run underfoot and the high ceilings, large windows and intricate cornicing complement the clean modern finishes with white countertops and cabinetry and state of the art stainless steel appliances. the kitchen opens onto the dining room which has french doors that frame the verdant garden perfectly. at the rear of the property is a study/playroom which opens directly on to the vast & exceptionally large garden, extending 67 metres wide and almost 40 metres in depth, arguably one of the largest private gardens in chelse a.
the size and scope of the garden is unprecedented in such a prime central london location. with a patio area, perfect for alfresco dining and a large lawn, the walled garden has been thoughtfully planted creating a wonderfully serene retreat. the wall boasts a heritage which gives it protected status as it bordered henry viii′s manor house. it gives the senses of being a 〞country house〞 in london.
the double drawing room unfolds over the first floor and the proportions are spectacular. the entire space is flooded with light owing to two sets of french doors which open onto a full width balcony, all west facing. high ceilings, a hand-carved marble fireplace and beautiful parquet floors all create an exceptional sense of grandeur. there is also the most charming study located on the half landing leading up to this floor which has a glass roof covering and offers dual aspect - south and east facing exposure. the most idyllic perch for admiring the completely open aspect at the rear overlooking not only the breathtaking garden but also the wide and open expanse of the private gardens that adjoin this one.
ensuring privacy and space, the principal suite comprises the entirety of the second floor; the suite is bright and large with a generously proportioned ensuite bathroom. there are four further bedrooms on the third and fourth floors, two of which have ensuite shower rooms and a family bathroom, one of the bedrooms benefits from a private west facing terrace with beautiful views of the rooftops of chelse a, and offers flexibility in its use, ideal as an auxiliary sitting room/tv room or as a bedroom should needs require. the view from the rear of this floor offers the best of chelse a in teems of far reaching and unobstructed views over the garden.
additionally, the property also comes with a self-contained two bedroom apartment on the lower ground floor which is currently privately let and achieving rental income. this has access to its own private terrace on the lower ground floor with its own private entrance. to further complement this, there is also a separate studio in the adjacent building number 41 which is also privately rented and ideal as guest or staff accommodation. this studio also has a double aspect exposure and as such is incredibly light.
further to all of this, the house was also home to bob marley in 1977 and it received a blue plaque commemoration in 2019. while living here, he and the wailers finished recording their iconic album exodus.
oakley street is chelse a is a sweeping avenue of elegant townhouses moments from the energy of king’s road yet quietly tucked away by the thames. with excellent schools, swift transport links, and battersea park’s green expanse just a short stroll away this exceptional home is an opportunity to live close to london’s finest offerings.
