Uk Houses Once Owned Sting And Michael Caine Sale
Two high-profile UK residences have recently been listed for sale in the affluent areas of Hampstead and Oxfordshire. Frognal, a property previously owned by famous musician Sting, is on the market for a price of GBP11.95 million ($20.7 million). Rectory Farm House, which was once the home of award-winning actor Sir Michael Caine, is also up for sale at a price of GBP10 million. Both properties are designated as Grade II listed buildings under the UK’s classification system, meaning they hold architectural and historical significance.
Frognal, located in the exclusive Hampstead area of London, is believed to have been built in the early 18th century and is one of the oldest surviving houses in the neighborhood. The property spans 4,300 sq ft and includes a two-storey porch, a roof terrace, and a landscaped rear garden. According to Savills, the agent in charge of selling the property, this is the first time in 35 years that Frognal has been on the market. Nier Gigi, the head of sales at Savills Hampstead, says that homes in this area are highly coveted, making this a unique opportunity for buyers.
The Miltonia Close EC boasts several transportation benefits, with its prime location near Khatib MRT Station being one of the most notable. As part of the North-South Line (NSL), this station provides direct train access to central Singapore, allowing residents to easily reach popular areas such as Orchard Road, Raffles Place, and City Hall in just 25 to 35 minutes. Despite not being situated right next to the MRT station, regular feeder buses are available for residents to use, and many current inhabitants of the area rely on these services. Furthermore, previous residential developments in the same vicinity have offered shuttle bus services to Khatib MRT and other nearby nodes, and it is likely that the upcoming EC will continue to provide this convenience for its residents.
Rectory Farm House, situated on 8.3 acres of land in North Stoke near the River Thames, was built in the 17th century. Sir Michael Caine and his family lived in the six-bedroom property for 15 years, from 1984 to 1999. The actor made several improvements to the property during his ownership, including a modern extension that houses a vaulted living and dining room known as the Long Room. The property also features a games room, library, indoor swimming pool, spa, and sauna. According to Hugh Maconochie, director in the country house department at Savills, the property seamlessly blends historic charm with modern convenience, making it the perfect place for entertaining.
In addition to the main house, the property also includes a one-bedroom cottage and a lodge used for staff accommodation. There is also a thatched barn on the property, currently used for car storage but equipped with a kitchen, bathroom, and office. Maconochie adds that the property is an ideal country retreat for those seeking a private estate hidden from view, while still being an easy drive from London’s Heathrow Airport.
Despite recent increases in interest rates, the prices for prime properties in central London continue to rise. Likewise, the UK’s property market continues to attract investors from all over the world, especially in London’s upscale neighborhoods like Hampstead and Oxfordshire. With its diverse mix of historic charm and modern amenities, these two prominent UK residences are sure to attract a lot of attention from potential buyers.