Redcliffe Street

Built in the late 1860s, this one-bedroom apartment sits in a handsome townhouse in the heart of Earl’s Court. Situated within the highly sought-after region of The Boltons Conservation Area, the apartment’s lateral space extends to almost 600 sq ft and has been decorated to respect the Victorian sensibilities of the home’s origins. Natural light floods through the plan, which occupies the entire first floor. Redcliffe Street is wonderfully located and within easy reach of Underground services at South Kensington and Gloucester Road, with stations in West Brompton and Earl’s Court also a short walk away.

Setting the Scene

Set amongst the leafy canopies of The Boltons and Redcliffe Square, Redcliffe Street epitomises the refined, classical architecture associated with the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Developed as part of the Gunter Estate, the area was previously dominated by farmland prior to large-scale town planning in the latter part of the 19th century. Redcliffe Gardens used to be one of the old routes through the area, known as ‘Walnut Tree Walk’, until the estate was laid out. Robert Gunter initiated most of the development of the estate, and much of the design was done by his surveyor George Godwin working with his brother Henry. The name Redcliffe was chosen due to Godwin’s connections with St Mary Redcliffe in Bristol.

The current owners have undergone an extensive research project into the history and occupants of the house, dating back to its original construction. The report will be available to buyers upon completion.