Imposing Seven-Bedroom Victorian Residence for Sale on Canfield Gardens, South Hampstead

Canfield Gardens, South Hampstead, NW6
Asking Price: £6,495,000 | Freehold | Sole Agent

Set along a picturesque tree-lined street in South Hampstead, this magnificent double-fronted detached Victorian residence offers an exceptional blend of space, character, and potential.

Measuring 4,672 sq ft (434 sq m) across three floors only, the property provides an expansive and adaptable layout ideal for multi-generational living. It is enhanced by elegant period detailing, off-street parking, and a remarkable 94-ft landscaped rear garden with a children’s playground.

Key Features

1. Seven bedrooms, four of which feature en-suite facilities
2. Principal suite with dressing room and private roof terrace
3. 94 ft landscaped garden with children’s playground
4. Period features, high ceilings, and original wood flooring
5. Off-street parking for one car
6. Potential to convert loft (subject to planning – approx. 1,334 sq ft)
7. EPC Rating: E | Council Tax Band: H

Accommodation and Amenities

This impressive home offers many beautifully preserved Victorian features, with high ceilings and original fireplaces complemented by tasteful updates.

The principal bedroom suite boasts an en-suite bathroom, a dedicated dressing room, and a private roof terrace with tranquil views over the garden.

Six further bedrooms provide extensive family accommodation, including three additional en-suites and a well-appointed family bathroom.

Flexible reception spaces include a formal drawing room, dining room, and family room, alongside a spacious kitchen/breakfast room and separate kitchenette—perfect for modern family living or entertaining on a grand scale.

The lower ground level includes a games room, a study or additional bedroom, a cloakroom, laundry facilities, a utility/boot room, and ample storage, ensuring the layout effortlessly accommodates everyday practicality and comfort.

Living Spaces

This home has been arranged to accommodate formal entertaining and relaxed daily life with grace and versatility.

Reception rooms offer beautifully proportioned spaces adorned with character features. At the same time, the heart of the home lies within the kitchen/breakfast room, which opens directly onto the garden and is ideal for informal gatherings.

Original wood flooring and expansive windows ensure the interiors are filled with natural light, highlighting the home’s enduring charm and generous scale.

Outdoor Features

At the rear, the 94 ft x 45 ft landscaped garden offers a rare and private retreat in London, complete with mature planting, lawn, terrace, and an integrated children’s playground.

A garden store provides added utility, while the off-street parking space at the front ensures daily convenience.

Subject to the necessary consents, the expansive loft presents the opportunity to create additional living space, potentially increasing the internal footprint to over 6,000 sq ft.

Location Benefits

Canfield Gardens enjoys a prime position in South Hampstead, just moments from the amenities of Finchley Road and the O2 Centre. It offers a vibrant mix of shopping, dining, and leisure.

The area is exceptionally well-connected, with Finchley Road Underground Station (Jubilee & Metropolitan Lines) and Finchley Road & Frognal Overground easily reachable.

Excellent schools, green open spaces, and quick links to the West End and City make this a superb location for families and professionals.

Conclusion

Rarely available and full of historic charm, this outstanding residence in Canfield Gardens provides an enviable lifestyle opportunity in one of North West London’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.

With its substantial proportions, landscaped garden, and potential to expand further, it is an ideal long-term family home of genuine distinction.

For further details or to arrange a viewing, please get in touch with Aston Chase at 67-71 Park Road, Regent’s Park, London, NW1 6XU, call 020 7724 4724, or email enquiries@astonchase.com.