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Features and description
- Prime West End Freehold overlooking one of London's most picturesque gardens.
- Potential for a wide variety of uses falling within current use Class E, or alternative uses (STPP).
- Close proximity to mainline and underground services at Marylebone, Baker Street & Edgware Road stations.
- Historic Grade II listed building, previously used as a French language school and formally by the French Resistance during World War II, known as Spy Corner during the period.
- Located on the Eastern side of Dorset Square with an imposing position and spectacular views across charming central gardens.
- Marylebone is a thriving district that has become one of London’s most vibrant areas and is a favoured destination for companies in multiple industries.
- The Freehold is offered for sale with full vacant possession.
Description
1 Dorset Square is a Grade II listed corner building featuring high ceilings and abundant natural light. This Freehold property stands as a remarkable example of Georgian architecture, with a rich history rooted in its location on the site of the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground (Dorset Fields), redeveloped in the 1810s. During World War II, it served as the premises for the Special Operations Executive, known as Spy Corner. In recognition of the agents' bravery during dangerous missions in France, a plaque was unveiled in 1957 by the late Queen Mother.
Upon entering through the street entrance, occupants are welcomed into a grand hallway characterised by vast ceiling heights and a sweeping central stairway. Each floor retains numerous attractive period features. The property is equipped with CAT 5 cabling throughout, air conditioning, and modern fittings. Additional amenities include kitchen space on the lower ground level and multiple W/Cs.
The property is well-suited for various purposes, including an educational facility, office space, or a medical establishment. Subject to obtaining necessary planning consents, residential accommodation may also be a viable option.
Location
Dorset Square is situated in the heart of London’s West End within the vibrant district of Marylebone. Bordered by Regent’s Park to the north, Fitzrovia to the east, Mayfair to the south, and Paddington to the west, Marylebone stands out as one of the most dynamic West End ‘villages’.
This affluent area is renowned for its exclusive boutiques, upscale shops, and acclaimed restaurants, including notable establishments like The Landmark Hotel, Chiltern Firehouse, and Nobu Hotel Portman Square. The presence of these fashionable hotels and a diverse range of
high-quality amenities complements Marylebone’s affluent residential community, creating a desirable and lively enclave within London.
1 Dorset Square is a Grade II listed corner building featuring high ceilings and abundant natural light. This Freehold property stands as a remarkable example of Georgian architecture, with a rich history rooted in its location on the site of the historic Lord’s Cricket Ground (Dorset Fields), redeveloped in the 1810s. During World War II, it served as the premises for the Special Operations Executive, known as Spy Corner. In recognition of the agents' bravery during dangerous missions in France, a plaque was unveiled in 1957 by the late Queen Mother.
Upon entering through the street entrance, occupants are welcomed into a grand hallway characterised by vast ceiling heights and a sweeping central stairway. Each floor retains numerous attractive period features. The property is equipped with CAT 5 cabling throughout, air conditioning, and modern fittings. Additional amenities include kitchen space on the lower ground level and multiple W/Cs.
The property is well-suited for various purposes, including an educational facility, office space, or a medical establishment. Subject to obtaining necessary planning consents, residential accommodation may also be a viable option.
Location
Dorset Square is situated in the heart of London’s West End within the vibrant district of Marylebone. Bordered by Regent’s Park to the north, Fitzrovia to the east, Mayfair to the south, and Paddington to the west, Marylebone stands out as one of the most dynamic West End ‘villages’.
This affluent area is renowned for its exclusive boutiques, upscale shops, and acclaimed restaurants, including notable establishments like The Landmark Hotel, Chiltern Firehouse, and Nobu Hotel Portman Square. The presence of these fashionable hotels and a diverse range of
high-quality amenities complements Marylebone’s affluent residential community, creating a desirable and lively enclave within London.
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Robert Irving Burns - Commercial
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