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Map5 bedroom end of terrace house
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End of terrace house
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2 baths
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Tenure: Freehold
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Features and description
- Incredible location
- Stunning views
- Great period integrity
- High ceilings
- Magnificent room proportions
An exquisite Georgian home of significant architectural and historical importance.
Description
Dating from 1718 Maids of Honour Row is an exquisite terrace of four early Georgian Grade 1 listed homes that occupy an enviable setting overlooking picturesque Richmond Green on the grounds of the former Richmond Palace, once home to Elizabeth I. The terrace was built as lodgings for the Maids of Honour attending the Princess of Wales, wife to George II. It is unquestionably one of the finest examples of its type in the country and number four sits pride of place at the right hand end of the terrace. Its elegant facade is five windows across and features beautifully regimented fenestration that is framed by distinctive soldier coursing and prominent keystones. There is also a charming pilastered entrance canopy with a gorgeous Georgian fanlight. Internally this period integrity is also apparent throughout, with a number of notable features that our clients have been so careful to not only preserve but enhance through their tasteful decor. Of particular note are the incredible Antonio Joli painted panels to the reception hallway. Despite its grandeur, best captured by the breathtaking first floor panelled drawing room that occupies the full width of the property, the house has a wonderful homely atmosphere and lends itself superbly to both formal entertaining and everyday family life. To the front of the house there is a delightful Parterre set behind striking railings, whilst to the rear there is a well proportioned walled garden that is south west facing and predominantly laid to lawn.
In 1744 the house was owned by Swiss Count Johann Jacob Heidegger, a leading Impresario of Masquerades in the 18th Century. Together with Handel, Heidegger was permitted to produce Operas at the Kings Theatre in 1729. In 1745 Heidegger's friend and scene artist Antonio Joli, a pupil of Giovanni Paolo Panini, decorated the entrance hall. The panels are topographical landscapes taken from Zeiler's Topographia Helvetaie, Merian's Topographia Italiae and also Fischer Von Erlach's Historische Architekur. Above the door leading to the staircase, is a painted music book open at the beginning of an Aria from an opera performed at the Haymarket in February 1745.
Location
The house is perched on Richmond Green - once a jousting ground to the former Richmond Palace and today a quintessential and picturesque village green that is home to more gentle pursuits, such as Sunday afternoon cricket. Richmond town centre is on your doorstep and has a sophisticated array of shops, boutiques and restaurants - whilst managing to retain a charming village atmosphere. A particularly scenic stretch of the River Thames can be found at the end of Friars Lane, providing an ideal retreat from the hubbub of daily life. Richmond train station offers a rapid and direct service into London Waterloo, as well as the District Line tube and overland to Stratford, via North London. Local schools enjoy an excellent reputation and are considered amongst the best in the country.
Square Footage: 4,874 sq ft
Description
Dating from 1718 Maids of Honour Row is an exquisite terrace of four early Georgian Grade 1 listed homes that occupy an enviable setting overlooking picturesque Richmond Green on the grounds of the former Richmond Palace, once home to Elizabeth I. The terrace was built as lodgings for the Maids of Honour attending the Princess of Wales, wife to George II. It is unquestionably one of the finest examples of its type in the country and number four sits pride of place at the right hand end of the terrace. Its elegant facade is five windows across and features beautifully regimented fenestration that is framed by distinctive soldier coursing and prominent keystones. There is also a charming pilastered entrance canopy with a gorgeous Georgian fanlight. Internally this period integrity is also apparent throughout, with a number of notable features that our clients have been so careful to not only preserve but enhance through their tasteful decor. Of particular note are the incredible Antonio Joli painted panels to the reception hallway. Despite its grandeur, best captured by the breathtaking first floor panelled drawing room that occupies the full width of the property, the house has a wonderful homely atmosphere and lends itself superbly to both formal entertaining and everyday family life. To the front of the house there is a delightful Parterre set behind striking railings, whilst to the rear there is a well proportioned walled garden that is south west facing and predominantly laid to lawn.
In 1744 the house was owned by Swiss Count Johann Jacob Heidegger, a leading Impresario of Masquerades in the 18th Century. Together with Handel, Heidegger was permitted to produce Operas at the Kings Theatre in 1729. In 1745 Heidegger's friend and scene artist Antonio Joli, a pupil of Giovanni Paolo Panini, decorated the entrance hall. The panels are topographical landscapes taken from Zeiler's Topographia Helvetaie, Merian's Topographia Italiae and also Fischer Von Erlach's Historische Architekur. Above the door leading to the staircase, is a painted music book open at the beginning of an Aria from an opera performed at the Haymarket in February 1745.
Location
The house is perched on Richmond Green - once a jousting ground to the former Richmond Palace and today a quintessential and picturesque village green that is home to more gentle pursuits, such as Sunday afternoon cricket. Richmond town centre is on your doorstep and has a sophisticated array of shops, boutiques and restaurants - whilst managing to retain a charming village atmosphere. A particularly scenic stretch of the River Thames can be found at the end of Friars Lane, providing an ideal retreat from the hubbub of daily life. Richmond train station offers a rapid and direct service into London Waterloo, as well as the District Line tube and overland to Stratford, via North London. Local schools enjoy an excellent reputation and are considered amongst the best in the country.
Square Footage: 4,874 sq ft
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