A magnificently proportioned and superbly located detached family home occupying a sensational third of an acre plot

Description

Lion Gate House is a truly exceptional detached family home occupying a phenomenal, third of an acre, plot. It is a fine example of Victorian architecture at its best, boasting a most handsome double fronted facade of mellow stock brick. The front of the house features a prominent two-storey bay, a lovely fanlight over the front door and attractive stone lintels, as well as red brick string coursing, ornate stone corbels and two pretty gables with decorative barge boards. Internally this period integrity is also apparent throughout, with a number of notable features, including gorgeous fireplaces, ceiling mouldings, beautiful exposed timber floor-boards and an elegant staircase.

Apart from the plot size and period charm what is also of particular note is the fantastic flow of natural light, afforded by the large windows and fabulous open aspects. The magnificent room proportions and lateral footprint lend the house equally well to both everyday family life and more formal entertaining. There is also excellent scope to extend the house to the rear should a buyer desire, subject to the usual local authority building regulation and planning consent approvals.

The rear garden is something to behold and unquestionably one of the largest in Kew or Richmond, extending to an impressive 187' in length by over 60' across (over a quarter of an acre). Facing directly south, the garden is partly walled and predominantly laid to lawn with well-established borders and a generous patio area that provides an ideal area for alfresco entertaining. Whilst to the front of the house there is secure off-street parking.

Location

The house is enviably positioned within this highly- regarded road, just a few hundred metres from both the sophisticated shops and restaurants of Richmond town centre and the charming village that is Kew Gardens. Whilst even closer at hand (The Lion Gate is within approximately 100 metres of the house) the world-renowned Royal Botanical Gardens of Kew are breathtaking and provide an ideal retreat from the hubbub of daily life. The Village has a lovely atmosphere with a good selection of independent shops and cafes, as well as a monthly farmer's market. Richmond also boasts a particularly scenic stretch of the River Thames, a much-acclaimed Theatre, three cinemas and of course Royal Richmond Park, with its 2300 acres of deer-inhabited woodland.

Richmond train station provides a rapid overland service into London Waterloo (in under 20 minutes) as well as the District Line tube and Overground to Stratford.

Local schools enjoy an excellent reputation and are considered amongst the best in the country.

Square Footage: 3,847 sq ft


Acreage: 0.33 Acres