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Property Description
Presenting an exclusive opportunity to own a prestigious and historic mid-19th-century home on Downshire Hill, recently celebrated in Remarkable Homes of NW3 by David S. Percy.
This semi-detached, four-bedroom, 2.5-bath family residence spans 2,246 square feet, with additional loft space, and is in excellent condition.
Steeped in cultural significance, this home once belonged to renowned photojournalist Lee Miller and her husband, Sir Roland Penrose. Together, they played a pivotal role in introducing Surrealism and International Modernism to the UK, making this property a landmark in both architectural and artistic history.
The home’s interiors feature Dinesen 35mm hardwood flooring throughout, complemented by underfloor heating, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Outside, the 106-foot southeast-facing garden offers a serene retreat, perfect for families or entertaining.
Key Features
Prestigious and historical mid 19th-century home on Downshire Hill, recently featured in "Remarkable Homes of NW3" by David S. Percy
4 Bed, 2.5 Bath Semi-detached family home in very good condition
2,246 square feet + further loft space
106ft Southeast facing garden
100m From Hampstead Heath
Dinesen 35mm Hardwood flooring
Location
“Sloping gently down towards the Heath, Downshire Hill is regarded as one of Hampstead’s finest streets.“
– Remarkable Homes of NW3, by David S. Percy
Downshire hill is renowned for its charm and historical significance. As noted in Remarkable Homes of NW3, this "dignified development" began in the Regency period and has since drawn notable residents, including the painter John Constable. The street is lined with elegant stuccoed brick villas featuring cast-iron balconies, bay windows, and canopies, many of which are listed, preserving the architectural beauty of Hampstead's past.
Extending from Rosslyn Hill to East Heath Road, Downshire Hill meets the entrance to Hampstead Heath—an 800-acre natural haven with open parkland, scenic trails, woodlands, and peaceful open-water swimming ponds. Convenient transportation links are accessible from Hampstead Village, just 0.4 miles away, offering excellent connectivity to the City and West End via bus routes and the Northern Line. Additionally, Hampstead Heath Overground Station, only 0.17 miles away, provides direct access to Stratford and Richmond.
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Property Details
Property Type
Family Home
Bedrooms
3/4
Bathrooms
Size
2.5
2,246 sqft
Property Location
Downshire Hill, Hampstead, NW3