5 bedroom detached house for sale

Ivy Gate are proud to introduce to the market St. John's House which is arguably one of Kingston Town's premier residential addresses. The home was formerly the rectory to St. John The Evangelist Church. Land for the house was first acquired in 1872 and in 1892 the Vicarage was built. St John's House is a building of townscape merit, but not a listed home. Allowing for further extension if required STPP. It occupies a prominent position on the peninsular site and is architecturally closely associated with the church. Homes with this much history, character and size are incredibly rare in this Central Kingston location. The home is awash with original features, whilst maintaining a warm and welcoming feeling. Sitting at approximately 5,000 sqft of internal accommodation, this spectacular home comprises forecourt parking for numerous cars and a large double garage with mezzanine storage level. Externally, the property further benefits from an original wooden porch. Inside, you are welcomed via a spacious entrance hallway, then branching off you will find an elegant dining room and two extremely generous reception rooms. All of these rooms boast an array of original features which include, but are not limited to, wooden sash windows, fireplaces, wooden floor and wooden and plaster cornices. To the far end of the hallway is the kitchen which benefits from a delightful bay window and original, and operative, working internal shutters. Leading on from the kitchen is the utility room with ample storage spaces. The double garage is accessed via the rear hall lobby. Also to the ground floor is a WC and a door leading to the basement, which offers ample storage and a dry-temperate space for a wine collection.The home sits on a bold plot with the sunny and easterly facing walled garden enjoying sun for the majority of the day. The garden comes with an alfresco dining area, mature shrubbery and a large productive vegetable patch, together with a large area laid out to lawn. The walled garden provides a micro climate in which an abundance of produce is grown. It really is an oasis and yet you are so close to so many amenities. Leading up the stairs to the first floor are three good sized double bedrooms, together with an imposing primary bedroom featuring built-in cupboards and twin sash windows. In addition a family bathroom and shower room are located on this level. To the second floor is a further double bedroom and ensuite shower room. There is also access to a large loft space which (STPP) could be developed into further accommodation. St.John's House became a family home in 1995, a sympathetic double garage was added in 1997 and moving with the times it now benefits from an electric car charging point fitted in 2024.The Spring Grove Area lies between Kingston and Surbiton on the south side of the Hogsmill River. Kingston and Surbiton stations, along with The Thames, are all within 10 minutes walk. The area was developed by The Victorians in the 1860s and although small it is varied and benefits from the original church, primary school, pub and shops which have flourished to develop a strong sense of local identity and community. The area is well served by excellent Secondary Schools both private and state all within walking distance and include The Tiffin Schools, Kingston Grammar School, Surbiton High School and Prep and Hollyfield School.

Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold