Large period townhouse with roof terrace and garage in prime Kensington..
Extremely large five-floor Georgian townhouse, approx. 3,033 sq ft
This substantial mid-terrace Georgian townhouse on Ansdell Terrace combines restored period detail with a comprehensive, newly renovated interior. Arranged over multiple floors, the house offers flexible living: formal reception space, a dine-in kitchen opening to a patio, a lower-ground family room and a full-width roof terrace with wide neighbourhood views. The principal suite occupies a whole floor with a dressing room and marble-finished en suite, underlining the property’s high-end specification.
The location is at the heart of Kensington (W8), moments from the High Street and Kensington Gardens, and close to a strong selection of independent and state schools — a clear draw for families seeking central London convenience alongside green space. Practical features include a garage, double glazing installed since 2002, mains gas underfloor heating and fast broadband and mobile signals.
Buyers should note a few material points. The plot is small and there is limited external private garden space — outdoor living is largely the patio and roof terrace. Council tax is very expensive and local recorded crime is above average for the area. The building’s solid-brick construction is original (pre-1900) and is assumed to lack modern cavity wall insulation, which could affect running costs despite recent renovation.
Overall, this is a large, well-appointed Kensington townhouse suited to an owner-occupier family or purchaser seeking an elegant principal residence in a highly qualified, affluent neighbourhood. The recent sympathetic renovation reduces immediate workload, but buyers who prioritise private gardens or maximum thermal efficiency should factor in those limits.