Inigo says ..
This fine Arts and Crafts house in Holland Park's conservation area was designed by the acclaimed architect Sir John Belcher in 1877.
Property Oracle says ..
Melbury Cottage is a six-bedroom, four-bathroom property situated on Melbury Road in the prestigious Holland Park area of Kensington and Chelsea. The property benefits from a desirable location within walking distance of excellent schools, including two ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted-rated primary schools. Public transport links are readily accessible, with Kensington (Olympia) Overground station within close proximity. The property itself appears to have undergone a significant and high-quality refurbishment or renovation. The interior is presented to a high standard, featuring a modern and stylish design throughout. Images showcase well-appointed bedrooms, bathrooms, a modern kitchen, and multiple reception areas. The property also benefits from a small rear garden/patio area, although the outdoor space is relatively limited. The list price of £5,000,000 reflects the property’s prime location and high-quality finish. While expensive, the price appears to be in line with other properties in the immediate vicinity, though a precise price-per-square-foot analysis is not possible due to missing data. Overall, Melbury Cottage represents a luxurious and well-presented family home in a highly sought-after area of London. Potential buyers should carefully consider the relatively small size of the garden in relation to the overall price.
Therefore, we give this property 7 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 9
- Location
- 9
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 4
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 1,614,130.00 £Decreased by 28.76 %
- Average area rental value
- 2,563.00 £/moDecreased by 18.89 %
- Est rental Yield
- 1.91 %Increased by 14.37 %
- Crime Rate
- 2.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Wade | Other Independent School | Outstanding | 0.30 KM |
| Kensington Primary Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Outstanding | 0.33 KM |
| St James Senior Girls' School | Other Independent School | 0.68 KM | |
| Avonmore Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.68 KM |
| St James Preparatory School | Other Independent School | 0.68 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napier Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Holland Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Avonmore Road | £ 4,000,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Kensington High Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Melbury Court | £ 5,500,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington (Olympia) | 3092 | KPA | 0.63 KM |
| Shepherd'S Bush | 9587 | SPB | 1.59 KM |
| West Brompton | 8875 | WBP | 1.67 KM |
| Imperial Wharf | 9586 | IMW | 3.61 KM |
| Paddington | 3087 | PAD | 3.69 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbury Cottage | £ 5,000,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Melbury Road, Holland Park | £ 1,250,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Melbury Road, London, W14 | £ 3,250,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
| Strangways Terrace, London, W14 | £ 1,675,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Monckton Court, Strangways Terrace, Kensington, W14 | £ 1,200,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Abbotsbury Road | £ 6,800,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 6 Strangways Terrace | £ 50,000 | 0.11 KM |
| 91 Oakwood Court | £ 816,670 | 0.13 KM |
| 2 Holland Park Road | £ 3,300,000 | 0.14 KM |
| 60 Holland Park Road | £ 2,400,000 | 0.14 KM |