3 bed Flat For Sale £1,975,000
Vincent Square, London, SW1P

Built in 2007, the first impressions on entering this prestigious residential building are of peace and quiet, high quality and order. The communal reception lounge with concierge desk also provides access to lavishly-stocked south-east facing gardens. The passenger lift behind the reception lounge provides access to this first-floor apartment.

The property has been fully refurbished to an extremely high standard, with no expense spared. From air-conditioning and underfloor electric heating, to subtle lighting and Forbes & Lomax switchgear, from Liebherr refrigeration units and a Cople wine chiller, to auto-closing bespoke kitchen units and a Bora induction hob with internal extractor fan - nothing has been overlooked. The state-of-the-art Quooker Cube kitchen tap system provides instant boiling water, hot and cold, and chilled drinking water all from a single tap, while the kitchen sink incorporates an Insinkerator.

On entering the 34 foot/10.5 metre, south-east facing open-plan kitchen/dining room, the uninterrupted views of the greenery of Vincent Square's private playing fields immediately draw the eye. Behind the plantation-style shutters is a narrow terrace which benefits from morning and midday sun. With distinct sitting area, dining space, cooking and breakfasting areas, this room is the focal point of the property.

The three double bedrooms, two facing the square, have newly-installed, bespoke fitted wardrobes and are served by two shower rooms, one ensuite. There is also a spacious utility room leading from the hallway with a huge pressurised hot-water tank, water softener and built-in vanitory unit.

A dedicated parking space below the building has its own electric vehicle charging point. Nearby is a secure walk-in storage cage. The long leasehold title has 981 years remaining plus a share of the freehold. Service charge 2023 £11,551. Council Tax Band H: £1,824 payable 2023. EPC rating C. EWS 1 certificate.

NB. The contents of the apartment are available to purchase – subject to separate negotiation via the selling agents.

SELLER'S INSIGHT

“We so enjoy the convenience and tranquillity of living at 68 Vincent Square, Westminster.

A daily pleasure for us is the uninterrupted view of the private playing fields in Vincent Square immediately opposite our living room windows and terrace. This view provides a truly calming effect – we could be almost anywhere!

On a summer afternoon the leaves filter the strength of the sun while the occasional ‘clunk' of leather on willow suggests we may still be in England. During the winter months the lack of leaves gives us an even better view of the entire square. The astro-turf tennis courts – available to Vincent Square residents out of school hours and for a small annual subscription – are a much-valued local facility. For our grand-children, an annual highlight is a glimpse of the New Year's Eve fireworks over the River Thames in front of the London Eye.

The convenience of living in this part of Westminster prompted us a few years ago to go ‘car-free'. All our regular shopping needs, restaurants and entertainment venues are within a short walk, while there are always plenty of cabs in the vicinity.” *

* These comments are the personal views of the current owners and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified and do not necessarily reflect the views of the selling agent.

STEP OUTSIDE

Local Amenities

Vincent Square: A most welcome and much appreciated area (13 acres/5 hectares) of green space. Very little vehicle traffic thanks to the one-way system and the limited number of ways in and out of the square.

Transport: Train and tube links from Victoria (6 minutes' walk away) directly to the West End, Canary Wharf, City, Heathrow and Gatwick Airports and most other London main-line train terminals.

Leisure and Entertainment: Walking distance to Theatreland, Chinatown, Covent Garden, the Royal Parks, the River Thames and the London Eye.

Education: Westminster School and Under School, Eaton Square School, Westminster Cathedral Choir School and Greycoat Hospital School. Also easy access to many London universities and colleges, including the Chelsea College of Art & Design.

Health: St Thomas' and Guy's NHS Hospitals within easy reach, and the Cleveland Clinic, a world-renowned centre of research and clinical excellence less than a mile away.

RESTAURANTS within a short walk

The Ivy Restaurant – this branch of the world-renowned eatery is 5 minutes' walk from Vincent Square. Situated at 66 Victoria Street and offering a superb range of haute cuisine at lunchtimes and evenings, this prestigious eating house is already at the top of many local residents' wish-list.

Other local restaurants of distinction

A Wong: Chinese (2* Michelin) - 70, Wilton Road, Pimlico, SW1V 1DE

Quirinale: Italian – North Court, Great Peter Street, Westminster SW1P 3LL

Cinnamon Club: Indian – The Old Victorian Library, Great Smith Street, Westminster

SW1P 3BU

About Thyme: Spanish – 82 Wilton Road, Pimlico SW1V 1DL

The Vincent Rooms – Kingsway (Catering) College – for lunch and pre-theatre dining

Nearby Theatres & Cinema

Palace Theatre

Apollo Theatre

The Other Palace Theatre

Curzon 5-screen multiplex cinema

Places of Interest

Buckingham Palace – imagine being within ten minutes' walk of witnessing the daily Changing of the Guard - an intriguing outing for you and your house guests, or family. Public access available to some of His Majesty's State Rooms (open July to October) the King'sGallery (art) and the Royal Mews stables. Trooping the Colour at Horse Guards for the King's official birthday in June.

The Palace of Westminster – where His Majesty's national government conducts its daily business, is equally nearby. The public can sit in the Visitors' Gallery and witness live debates across the floor of the House of Commons between the Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition.

Westminster Abbey – The historical and world-renowned venue for royal weddings, coronations, state funerals, memorial services as well as Sunday services. The Abbey is open to tourists most days of the week.

Westminster Cathedral – Mother Church for Catholics in England and Wales. For over 100 years has been the focus for national Catholic celebration and worship; a symbol of faith in the heart of the capital. Free entry to the thousands who visit every day.

Tate Britain - A visit here is another option since the gallery is 5 minutes' walk from Vincent Square along Millbank and therefore on the bank of the River Thames. Entrance is free and there are vast number of exhibitions of a wide spectrum of artists' work throughout the year.

Churchill's War Rooms – This is where Sir Winston held his strategic meetings with his inner cabinet and monitored the progress of the Battle of Britain, while sheltering from the bombs, doodle-bugs and V2 rockets.

Victoria Street – the main shopping street with a wide choice of places to eat, drink, shop, relax – or to simply perambulate. The Cardinal Centre nearby is anchored by Marks & Spencer and including numerous shops and eateries. A new “artisan” shopping centre is being constructed 700 metres from Vincent Square.