- For Sale
- Guide price 7,950,000 GBP
- Build Size: 10,228 ft2
- Land Size: 12,301 ft2
- Bedroom: 8
- Bathroom: 8
One of Totteridge's most stately residences, an amazing Grade II listed property set in gardens and grounds extending to approximately 10 acres.
Fairlawn is a house of great distinction and importance, befitting its Grade II listed status. It has been a much loved family home for many years, and the planning consent for a lower ground floor extension provides the opportunity for a new owner to put their own stamp on this prestigious property. The house is arranged as three wings around a beautiful open courtyard, behind a secure gated entrance. The listings describe the south end of the west wing being of the late 17th century with the main south block being 1845 and the east and west wings extended north in 1905. There are some fine period features including mullioned windows, panelling and a fine staircase. In 1903 the house was bought by Sir Charles Allen, a designer specialising in ocean going liners. including the Queen Mary and it is possible the interiors are by him. The house is approached via a gated entrance leading to its stunning courtyard. Double doors open into a wide reception hall from where all the main rooms lead and include the formal drawing room, dining room, library/study, games room, kitchen and breakfast room, most with doors outside onto the terrace or garden. From the inner hallway a sweeping staircase leads to a long landing with double doors into the principal bedroom suite with his and hers dressing rooms and en suite bathrooms. The views over the gardens and to the City of London in the distance are spectacular. There is a second principal bedroom suite with en suite bathroom and dressing room, together with five further bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms plus one further bathroom.Cottages Within the courtyard are a pair of two bedroom semi-detached cottages each with living room, kitchen and bathroom, and two large garages. Gardens and Grounds The gardens are laid to lawn and include a former tennis court and paddocks, with some superb specimen trees. There are former stables providing an opportunity for those with equestrian interests, as well as an indoor swimming pool building (in need of refurbishment).Indoor PoolAttached to the home is an indoor pool which has planning consent (Ref 23/2494/HS) and listed building consent (Ref 23/2495/LBC) for demolition and replacement with a new indoor pool, detached garage and link to the house.Additional InformationMobile Coverage:Please look at the Ofcom website for more information
Located just 10 miles from Central London, Totteridge Common, which is the area's premier address, is surrounded by open greenbelt countryside and offers a wealth of sporting facilities including South Herts Golf Club, Totteridge Tennis and Cricket Clubs and horse riding. Totteridge Green is home to the renowned and recently refurbished Orange Tree public house which dates back to 1665. There is an excellent choice of schools in the area, both public and independent, which include Haberdasher's Aske's, Mill Hill, Dame Alice, Aldenham, Belmont, Lochinver and Queen Elizabeth's.Many schools operate their coach service through Totteridge with school coaches providing collection and delivery from The Orange Tree in Totteridge Village. Totteridge & Whetstone underground station (Northern Line) and Mill Hill Broadway (Thameslink), are easily accessible. Nearby high streets in Mill Hill and Whetstone have a range of shops, including Marks & Spencer, Boots, Waitrose, as well as a number of boutiques and restaurants.
Fairlawn is a house of great distinction and importance, befitting its Grade II listed status. It has been a much loved family home for many years, and the planning consent for a lower ground floor extension provides the opportunity for a new owner to put their own stamp on this prestigious property. The house is arranged as three wings around a beautiful open courtyard, behind a secure gated entrance. The listings describe the south end of the west wing being of the late 17th century with the main south block being 1845 and the east and west wings extended north in 1905. There are some fine period features including mullioned windows, panelling and a fine staircase. In 1903 the house was bought by Sir Charles Allen, a designer specialising in ocean going liners. including the Queen Mary and it is possible the interiors are by him. The house is approached via a gated entrance leading to its stunning courtyard. Double doors open into a wide reception hall from where all the main rooms lead and include the formal drawing room, dining room, library/study, games room, kitchen and breakfast room, most with doors outside onto the terrace or garden. From the inner hallway a sweeping staircase leads to a long landing with double doors into the principal bedroom suite with his and hers dressing rooms and en suite bathrooms. The views over the gardens and to the City of London in the distance are spectacular. There is a second principal bedroom suite with en suite bathroom and dressing room, together with five further bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms plus one further bathroom.Cottages Within the courtyard are a pair of two bedroom semi-detached cottages each with living room, kitchen and bathroom, and two large garages. Gardens and Grounds The gardens are laid to lawn and include a former tennis court and paddocks, with some superb specimen trees. There are former stables providing an opportunity for those with equestrian interests, as well as an indoor swimming pool building (in need of refurbishment).Indoor PoolAttached to the home is an indoor pool which has planning consent (Ref 23/2494/HS) and listed building consent (Ref 23/2495/LBC) for demolition and replacement with a new indoor pool, detached garage and link to the house.Additional InformationMobile Coverage:Please look at the Ofcom website for more information
Located just 10 miles from Central London, Totteridge Common, which is the area's premier address, is surrounded by open greenbelt countryside and offers a wealth of sporting facilities including South Herts Golf Club, Totteridge Tennis and Cricket Clubs and horse riding. Totteridge Green is home to the renowned and recently refurbished Orange Tree public house which dates back to 1665. There is an excellent choice of schools in the area, both public and independent, which include Haberdasher's Aske's, Mill Hill, Dame Alice, Aldenham, Belmont, Lochinver and Queen Elizabeth's.Many schools operate their coach service through Totteridge with school coaches providing collection and delivery from The Orange Tree in Totteridge Village. Totteridge & Whetstone underground station (Northern Line) and Mill Hill Broadway (Thameslink), are easily accessible. Nearby high streets in Mill Hill and Whetstone have a range of shops, including Marks & Spencer, Boots, Waitrose, as well as a number of boutiques and restaurants.
