Castelnau

Situated in the heart of Barnes, one of London’s most sought-after locations, this exceptional family home is offered for sale for the first time in 25 years. Approximately 4,278 sq ft (398 sq m). Built in circa 1870, this freehold house is located on the favoured eastern side of Castelnau with far reaching and uninterrupted views of the London Wetlands, allowing for a feeling on countryside living with all the benefits of having one of London’s’ most desirable “villages” on your doorstep. Set back from the road and benefitting from a carriage driveway with off street parking and secure garage, the property has a grand entrance leading to a spacious kitchen and light filled breakfast/dining room with spectacular views into the private landscaped garden and beyond. Sitting alongside is an elegant formal drawing room and library, both providing a wonderful feeling of space and light, perfectly suited to family living alongside formal entertaining. The first floor is occupied by three double bedrooms and three bathrooms, with a home office situated to the rear of the house providing a tranquil and peaceful space to work from home whilst enjoying the garden views. On the upper floor, the principal bedroom suite is particularly spacious and along with ample storage for clothes, allows sensational views across to the nature reserve and beyond. The lower ground floor provides a blend of flexible accommodation, currently configured with a family room, artist’s studio/guest bedroom alongside a fitness studio, separate utility room and secure garage. The property is presented in excellent condition and has undergone a schedule of refurbishment and improvement over the years, culminating in an elegant blend of period features and contemporary design, ensuring this charming family home is perfectly designed for modern day living. The manicured gardens are equal in style and presentation to the house with landscaped areas ensuring there are several areas within the garden in which to enjoy the peace and tranquillity, ensuring that for an incoming family, this home truly does tick all the boxes. Considered one of the most prestigious addresses in South West London, Castelnau is situated in a prime location within Barnes, a unique “London village” that is increasingly popular with families looking for a combination of city and country life with the High Street providing an eclectic mix of pubs, independent boutiques and a selection of cafes and restaurants, whilst the London Wetland Centre is literally on your doorstep. For families, there are a number of excellent schools nearby including St Paul’s, The Harrodian, The Swedish School and Ibstock Place School. There is also St Paul’s Girls School and Latymer Upper school across the river in Hammersmith. Sporting and recreational activities are extensive with The Roehampton Club in close proximity along with the green open spaces of Richmond Park and Wimbledon Common within easy distance. Barnes and Barnes Bridge mainline stations offers fast and regular services to London Waterloo whilst central London can be accessed via Hammersmith underground station (District, Piccadilly, Circle, and Hammersmith & City lines). EPC Rating: C (71) Borough: Richmond upon Thames Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: H FloorplanBrochure