Summary - 23 Somerset Road SW19 5JZ
6 bed 3 bath Detached
Six-bedroom property on a vast private plot beside Wimbledon Common.
- Detached period house circa 1900–1929, abundant period features
- Six bedrooms, three bathrooms, approximately 4,133 sq ft
- Self-contained annexe above garage with separate entrance
- Huge private rear garden with lawn and well-stocked borders
- Off-street parking and integral garage
- EPC rating E; secondary glazing and likely no wall insulation
- Scope to extend and remodel, subject to planning permission
- Council tax very expensive; energy-efficiency improvements advised
Set on a very large plot just off Wimbledon Common, this early 20th-century detached house offers substantial family living and flexible accommodation. The house retains many period features — high ceilings, bay windows and fireplaces — and benefits from a self-contained annexe above the garage, ideal for guests or live-in staff. Off-street parking and garage add practical value in this sought-after location.
The property totals about 4,133 sq ft across two main floors plus the annexe, with a double reception, additional reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast space and a separate hobby/garden room opening to an extensive private garden. The principal bedroom includes fitted wardrobes and a rear balcony overlooking the lawn, while five further bedrooms provide scope for family or home working arrangements.
There is clear scope to extend and remodel (subject to planning), making this a strong proposition for buyers wanting to create a modern layout while preserving period character. Key practical considerations: the EPC is rated E, glazing is secondary and the original solid brick walls are likely uninsulated, so energy-efficiency improvements would be advisable. Council tax is very expensive.
In short, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a large, characterful detached home in a prestigious Wimbledon address, with excellent nearby schools, rapid rail links to central London and direct access to extensive green space. The house will suit buyers looking for substantial family accommodation with renovation potential rather than a fully modern turnkey home.
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