Property description

Set in one of the most premier private residential estates in the South West corner of London, an exclusive residence forming part of an impressive Grade II listed building architecturally designed in 1870-4 by the late George Devey. The property is self contained with private entrance and offers well apportioned accommodation throughout.
This skilfully conversion creates a home with exceptional privacy which is enhanced by the period features and walled garden.
The surroundings and setting are second to none. Devey Close is a gated small development established in 1995 and accessed by its own gravel driveway. The exceptional landscape surroundings include beautifully maintained croquet lawned gardens that can be enjoyed by all residents.

History of Coombe House

Previously known as Coombe Cottage, is a Grade II listed building and considered to be an example of the work of George Devey, one of the most important country house architects of the Victorian period. It was one of his earliest commissions and its use of the neo-vernacular style, anticipated the work of the more famous architects such as Shaw and Webb. Edward Charles Baring, a London Banker, bought Coombe Cottage in the 1860s when it was very plain, small early nineteenth century house, and Devey was commissioned to extend it to create a country retreat for Baring and his family. Queen Victoria visited and on occasions stayed as the guest of Edward Baring and of the widowed Empress Eugenie whilst resident during part of 18881-1882. Dame Nellie Melba, a famous operatic soprano but perhaps more famous for having the dish \"Peach Melba\" named after her, lived at Coombe Cottage (now Coombe House) in 1906.

Location/facilities

Located equidistant between Kingston and Wimbledon town centres. Both having excellent shopping facilities from department stores to exclusive boutiques.

The immediate area offers a wide range of recreational and educational facilities including three golf courses, tennis, squash clubs and some of the most prestigious schools in the country, including \"Holy Cross\" awarded Sunday Times prep school of the year 2013/14.

Furthermore, 2600 acres of Richmond Park an area of outstanding beauty can be easily access from Kingston Gate and Latterstile Gate, providing a picturesque setting in which to picnic, horse riding, jogging or just a leisurely walk can be enjoyed.

The A3 trunk road offers fast access to central London and both Gatwick and Heathrow airports via the M25 motorway network.

The nearest train station at Raynes Park is within walking distance with frequent services to London Waterloo.