Property Of The Week – Mansion House Drive Penthouse, Stanmore, Greater London

This spectacular 3-bedroom penthouse apartment in Bentley Priory which is a grade II listed mansion and the former headquarters of the RAF Fighter Command during the Second World War - directing operations for the battle of Britain in 1940.

The Dowding Suite is named after Air Chief Marshal, Lord Dowding. Various royalty have lived in the mansion over time.

Originally built in 1766, the mansion building was restored by the UK’s leading heritage developer, City & Country. The Dowding Suite showcases a blend of rich period features with luxury, contemporary finishes. An open-plan great room mesmerises with a double height ceiling and full height sash windows which open out onto one of three large terraces. To one side is a relaxing TV snug and to the right corner is a fully integrated Ballerina kitchen and dining area, featuring Miele appliances and stone worktops.

A show-stopping central glass panelled staircase has been carefully designed to provide views over the great room as you make your way up to the bedroom suites. On the first floor there are two luxurious double bedrooms, benefiting from built-in wardrobes, en-suite shower rooms and windows over- looking the floor below and views of the land.

The magnificent principle suite is located on the top floor, with direct access to a stunning roof terrace overlooking Central London. A dressing room with abundant storage and a luxury bathroom suite with a second roof terrace makes a sumptuous destination for relaxation.

Fit for a queen - quite literally, Bentley Priory has been home to royalty including Queen Adelaide of Saxe-Meiningen, who was the wife of King William VI, and John Hamilton, 1st Marquess of Abercorn. Distinguished visitors included Winston Churchill, Sir Walter Scott and Queen Victoria.

Despite the tranquil setting on 57 acres of land, the property is less than 13 miles from Central London and sits at the end of the Jubilee line. The M25 and Heathrow International Airport are easily accessible.

The property has four allocated parking spaces, with two underground and two in the private car park. Amenities include 24/7 concierge and security, a tennis court and cupboard storage on the underground parking level.

Local schools include a vast selection of private and state, including Harrow School and Haberdashers ‘Askes’, and St Margaret’s. Stanmore Cricket Club and Stanmore Golf Club are just a few of the sporting facilities nearby.

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