Well said. Why not build new if that is what you want. They kept the moulded ceilings but why it hardly matches their decor. The pictures look like non threatening corporate stiff you would find in a hotel. That said it is easy to criticize how other people decorate their mansions.
@@georgielancaster1356 in other words, only primitive peasants that come from a peasant heritage would mix these kinds of styles together... You're basically feeding pearls to the swine.
Love these videos! I would say adding the floor plans onto the screen every so often would add so much to the context of where you are. Great watch as usual!
Too often these refurbishments destroy the character of old homes by modernising them too much, or dropping the ceilings and so forth. Invariably they are painted and decorated in bland shades of beige, "mocha," "chocolate" and the like. In such cases I always wish that the developer would consult a designer who's made a name for themselves.
@@saffy4352 Modern and contemporary conveniences can be done with style, and tastefully. This refurbishment is bland and tasteless. The developers need to take a look in a Vogue Living magazine, at the very least. This has no style whatsoever.
For me the main let down was the master suite, it felt way too cramped - they should have combined it with another bedroom to make it more spacious and have a walk in wardrobe - that dressing table behind the bed was just depressing
I mean I am sure it is some peoples style but I feel like this kind of home should have retained some of the original character of the building and the time it was built.. for now just feels so super modern and souless but each to their own I am sure there are peeps who will love it!
No private lounge area for the chef, plus he has the utilities in his kitchen working area. 😵💫 The property has a superlative finish altogether, with both cohesion and flow, although it seems quite cramped in some areas with narrow spaces such as the make up area behind the master bedroom, and narrow staircases in general. The decor seems very masculine, with lots of angles and high gloss everywhere. Definitely a challenge finding the right buyer for this property.
Divorced 45 yo, mistress whose taste is unimportant, with occasional visiting children. A house that is high end hotel. Complete detachment to family homes. No other person's likes of interest. OR maybe gay male couple?
@@georgielancaster1356 A drug lord, definitely. A dream home. Seen them on the internet and once in real life, when my firm was insuring a drug baron's house (in the bad old days before money laundering legislation). The house was done up in pretty much the same style. Lots of glossy black everywhere.
A drug Lord. Deals done in first dining room, private chats in the study. Once deals are done, guests are welcome to party with hired hosts/hostesses in the various rooms of the house.
Yeah, very much so, though high-end hotels these days go for something more classy and individualistic. It goes to show money doesn't mean good taste! It's horribly flashy. Have seen far more beautiful English and French country homes and fincas in Spain and that were more homely and better presented. But as the saying in Spanish goes... the book of tastes (preferences) is blank.
Absolutely hate the furnishing. The kitchen design is ugly, especially the bar area, the sofa being opposite the bar and not the tv on the second floor is a no. All the sofas and pillows being just grey on grey, the trend is over. The office is awkwardly placed next to the dining room. The space before kitchen would have been better if it was some bookcase nook with pair of armchairs or leisure seetee or something. All the bedrooms look like couples/adults bedroom and not as a house for a family with bunch of kids, not even teenagers. It's all modern and old fashion at the same time. Not fan of carpets, but that's my preference. The space as such is nice, but the interior is a no.
Why put a completely modern home in a Georgian mansion? Almost any reference to the home’s history seems to have been erased. Rather sad even if beautiful
It’s because these extremely expensive properties are designed specifically for the Middle Eastern market, and due to the fact that the vast majority of the high end property in London is historic architecture, their “taste” is sadly what you see imprinted onto 18th and 19th century townhouses/ apartments. This is happening in many expensive European cities, and is a real shame - although at least the outside architecture is completely preserved by law.
@@gregorymost4906 Oh I completely agree with you. I have lovingly restored, and now live in, an early 15th century cottage in the English countryside, and have GREAT respect for architectural authenticity. Thankfully, what has happened to the townhouse in this video is very rare in the grand scheme of things; for example, my local city (Bath, England) is made up entirely of 18th century stone townhouses - and interiors are kept completely authentic to the time period. The Middle Eastern taste is limited to some of the most expensive townhouses in London that do not have listed interiors.
I agree with you Gregory, this was probably a grade 1 or grade2 listed building. Both exterior and interior features should have been kept. I wonder what has happened to Building control in this borough? This appalling act of vandalism should never have been allowed. On another note, how on earth would anyone actually live in this? You would have to wear gloves everywhere as just 1 fingerprint would ruin the entire house! Staggering really.
I get the feeling, watching these videos, that they show you stunning examples of design and beautifully decorated and renovated large properties, but none of them is actually a home! I would be living in an exhibition piece, showcasing design and architectural magnificence where money is the lowest primary concern.
Well we can’t all have the same taste, you like antique some like modern so just appreciate and go. If we all loved the same things the world would be boring.
Nicely done home. Love the emenities. With five floors, you'd think they'd install an elevator in the house. Not senior friendly. Face it guys, even a 30 something millionaire gets old. Those stairs would be a killer.
Thanks for the tour. Genuinely. It was really sad to see what has been done, but I would never have known such things were being done, without your tours. The 'waterfall' in the pool was hilarious - and I needed a laugh. I hope I see some glorious old school, unspoiled houses at some point, but it really hss been a shocking education of what may be happening behind those house walls. I thought they would have been much better protected.
@@elephantintheroom5678 There was one, probably sold, now, that I saw in a vlog by two young men - but I don't remember their names. They were walking down a road that might have even had some embassies, and there was a lady coming out of one house and she was quite friendly, and the boys suddenly said, "Could we video your house?" and she said "Sure." I'm not sure, but I think she was Danish? She and her husband had bought the house in the 70's? Similar period as Alan Bennett, with the same sort of run down gentility. It had been their family home. Raised 3 or 4 kids, rooms and rooms full of books. My sort of house. I was trying to read spines, throughout. A real, untidy, loved family home. About halfway through, she said, "We are selling it in the near future. The children now have other lives. It might have been 4 storeys and the basement. Maybe 3? A genuine, loved family home. The lads were ranting about the value, but she said, back in the seventies, we just had two university careers. We weren't wealthy. It is mad, here, now. Mad money...
@@elephantintheroom5678 You need someone like me, to spot likely looking houses, and knock at the door... I am forgiven my pushiness, because I am old, Australian and clearly no threat. I don't do such houses, because it would be idle curiosity, but if you were a chum and you wanted a similar home, I'd door knock for you. I don't live in your country, so even if I get yelled at, or insulted, it would not worry me. Just find streets you like, houses you like, and ask. Worst is a NO! If anyone is thinking of selling, you offer a quiet buyer, and no fees for agent.
@@elephantintheroom5678 I have occasionally bought or made a cake or biscuits and knocked at a door and asked if I could see their beautiful garden, if I give them morning/afternoon tea. If you genuinely love the garden, you often get lots of old stories about the war, and the people who moved away. They might know who are talking about selling in surrounding blocks.
Can someone explain, the thing with high end properties in the uk, why all of them have the same interiors ? Why is it shiny everywhere and why is there so much marble ?
It's Dubai bling. That market, or a Vulgar American new money... Divorced male, a mistress whose taste is of no interest. Occasional kids calling in on holidays for money...
@@bar10ml44 The North African taste is different then. I visited a Moroccan millionaire's brand new home once, and other than there was a waterfall running down the side of the staircase, which was quite fun, the whole place was totally understated and elegant, with plenty of Arabic touches, and felt like a real home.
@@abee2685 I almost made the same comment about Russian oligarchs, then I remembered one Russian oligarch client of our firm that owned the most beautiful Grade II 16th Century home in Surrey that was as tastefully done inside as out, with a light touch and not an inch of bling anywhere to be found. I think that the morons that 'refurbish' these places are the ones with no taste, and that if that's all that they can offer, then the properties will be bought as they are. If they designed a tasteful interior in accordance with the age of the property, surely the oligarchs and the Saudis would wish to buy them? Or was our client an exception?
I got claustrophobia during the whole tour for some reason. It’s a very big property but it feels so cramped, small rooms, lack of natural light and all dark colours. Maybe it’s just not my taste as my house is filled with light and greenery
I used to live on Lower Belgrave Street over twenty-five years ago. When Belgravia was a nice place to live. When the majority of real owners of the properties actually lived in these properties. Before these houses were starting to become overpriced and bought by these overseas investors that don't actually live in England! This was even before the Google building was built near Victoria Station. I used to live and work in the area and used to cycle around the area. I know this area very well. Belgravia and the surrounding areas have so much history. However, it lost its character and charm over years. I am glad I left. It is now a dead corporate place with no feeling. £23 Million just proves what I mean.
I used to live on Eaton Place about 30 or so years ago, loved it there. Pimlico was always the more affordable option, probably still is, but I really loved living there and my love of Knightsbridge remains 😀
My guess is, the developer opened up 3 separate properties to make into 1. Looking at the width of the property, it was not a huge property to start with. The 3 properties would come to ca £8m total. The basement extension (swimming pool) would cost £1m max, the rest structural work can be done £1m max. The kitchen and interior design would cost about £1-1.5m max using the highest quality materials. It would take 12-18months including planning permission (add 8% financing cost). The total cost would have been ca £12-13m max including a designated project manager. It would definitely take someone a decent amount of time to put the project together but if you are to live in it, you would want to tailor it to your own taste anyways (kitchen, beds, sofas, showers definitely not fit everyone’s taste or needs). It does not even have a lift inside (once again, the width is too narrow and the layout is peculiar to install a lift for 2B-3F property). One peculiar thing is, it has a chef’s kitchen which is norm nowadays but where is the servants’ living quarters? Food lift from the chef’s kitchen into the study/ office is more than peculiar. It does not appear to have any garden area either (communal garden access maybe?). It is norm to have segregated servants’ quarters with separate entrance (or a separate small unit in a corner of the garden). Unusual layout and arrangements throughout. Overly cramped for such narrow property. If I were to scoop out the cost, I would rather take my time and find the right property (wider and semi-detached) and hire the best designer and project management team to do it myself. Such size property without servant quarter and lift is a no go.
Then all you have to do is move a few miles out of central london and you will get a garden, This is Belgravia, what do you expect..... 2 acres and an outdoor pool lol
I thought that atrium living wall was cool- but its a shame you can't enjoy views of it from anywhere else. Also that much humidity cannot be good for indoors.
Love your videos. They’re very professionally filmed and you’re great in front of the camera. Keep up the good work and your channel will keep growing. I can honestly see your channel becoming the best home tour channel in the UK!
Dear Lord what a total disaster! This is nothing short of architectural desecration. This is supposed to be a Georgian beauty, but it is totally devoid of all the beautiful features that the Georgians taught us. Whoever has created this monstrosity should be taken to court by the local authorities. Whilst I appreciate that an awful lot of money has been thrown at this historic house, it is utterly unforgiveable for what has happened here. If you want to live in a New York/Abu Dhabi style apartment, then go live in New York/Abu Dhabi. How on earth did they get this past the local planning department? Your presentation is very sleek, but I would point out that we do not have faucetts here in the UK. We have taps. I could weep at what has gone on here. Our heritage has been annihilated.
@@rosieposie9564 faucett is an american term. The house is in London not America. No snobbery, just ordinary british language. I wouldn't expect an american estate agent(realtor) to use the word tap in America.
I so agree! It is a tragedy with elements of farce. That 'fountain' in the pool, that he had to yell to be heard over, that sounded like 6 geldings - or two elephants, peeing into a pond but with echoing hard walls... A garden that is 3? storeys of a back lane of darkness, with artificial lights... Rabbit warrens of rooms that appear to exist to display different masculine patterns of brown... I saw another hugely expensive house that had 4 little rooms in Dubai bling, all of which appeared to be for solitary sitting and drinking. Houses purposely built for men who can't walk the length of a house, on any of their 4 or 5 levels, without collapsing into a chair to drink! This is new masculine money. Used to Dubai, vulgar America, expensive hotels. Divorced. Occasional unhappy bored children from a divorce or two, staying over to milk dad, a mistress whose taste is of no interest... The heartache is, they could have built new, but completely gutted a gem of a period house.
@@georgielancaster1356 I really hate this British snobbery foolishness and sense of superiority to others. In these modern times it just makes all those who engage in it seem backwards, ignorant and 'colonial'. You do not have to like the style or changes to the house but there is really no need to insult whole cultures to make your point...very classless and uncivilised.
Nice presentation as usual. I think the atrium is a waste of space. At this price and many floors, the space could have been better managed to incorporate a lift.
I absolutely agree. It would have been pretty fantastic but the lack of a lift with so many floors is just not great at all. For this home you need to be at least fairly young, never age and not injure any part of one's legs accidentally.
The intro was suspenseful. It made me FEEL the grandeur of this home and I got really excited about it. Helpful hint: when you introduced the reception room it was a bit disorienting because I had already seen a bedroom, bathroom, etc. A more natural flow is to display the rooms in the order you would show them to an actual guest.
In fairness this property has an unusual layout where some private rooms do precede the reception room. There's no way for an agent to assess how the room order hits you on a gut level. Now you know in the event this situation arises again. Live and learn. Now you also have an additional talent in your repertoire: feng shui assassin. No weapon, no crime.
So gaudy. They should have invested in a professional designer for this. Entrance hallway surprisingly narrow. I think they will get a higher price if they strip some of the shiny tat out. The outside waterfall is a ridiculous gimmick that, together with the vertical garden will be a nightmare to maintain. Good tour as always, you manage to make even quite absurdly priced doer-uppers look good!
@@TheTerryE I see, I am a lover of neutrals as I find them more elegant and relaxing on the eye. I have seen some nice homes with colours here on youtube however.
So agree! Glorious period house gutted. The 'water feature' fountain into the pool is horrendously loud, with those hard wall echoes increasing noise. It's like half a dozen geldings p*ssing into the pool. Or a couple of elephants... So many rabbit warren rooms that don't have a real use. Just an excuse for a different decoration. In the movie room he said the walls were fabricated. He just meant fabric covered!
Ah Toby. Wonderful home. Love the water feature and excellent office and bedroom. Not sure it's worth that much for 6 bedrooms and 7 baths at 6k square feet in Belgravia
The front of these houses are so impressive. With this interior, each to their own I guess. It’s too shiny blingy and staged for my taste The only thing that has any soul for me is the atrium with the living wall. If I had this kind of budget I would not spend it on this property, unless I could knock the price right down as it would be a rip and re do apart from the spa and pool. there is no wow factor for me at all. It feels claustrophobic and there’s no natural flow to any of the spaces. I’m guessing this is not a home as such but maybe a place to stay when the owners are in town on business???
The interior, joinery,decor, design and bathrooms simply aren’t anywhere near the standard or quality for a house of this price..a three star hotel or Air b n b maybe but Belgravia…No no no
Whoever furnished this house should hang their head in shame. They have managed to make a magnificent property resemble a Barratt house. But hey, maybe that’s what potential purchasers of multi-million pound houses like? All is lost… #CHEAP&NASTY
@@miketeacher9016 ...and that owner has an eye on who he hopes to pass this property on to... i.e the Arabs! This 'tasteful' renovation is so obviously for the Middle Eastern market. Headline bling-bling, without the day-to-day practicalities, all neatly packaged up into a 23M offering!
@@dukeofedinborough You are quite right! It is probably a middle-eastern investor who has overseen the decor with top notch designers. He will own and use it for several years until the market is just right then he will make tens of millions of profit on it. That is why they are wealthy.
Hi Toby, had to listen to the beginning of tour 3 times as I couldn't believe it. All the furniture is included except for the artwork, I can live with that as I prefer landscapes, seascapes, movie posters and of course animal artwork. Who ever buys it will only buy artwork, restock fridges, freezers, pantry and not forgetting the wine celler and bars. Another good video, more please especially if furniture is included.😂😂
this is perfect for kids, especially twins.... now i have twins, and believe you me, they do NOT want to sleep together in 1 bedroom hahaha :) Very nice home though !
I'm sorry to say this but in my opinion this home has been completely ruined. The original charming character had been completely obliterated. It has a modern hotel vibe wouldn't you say. Such a pity considering all the money and hard work that's gone into it. Oh well.
dude ,you are a superstar ,your Instagram is stunning ......I do like the way you showcased this home ...it seems like it would be more of a second home/in town resort , because the footprint is so narrow ,but that garage is epic for a city location ...good place to store the motorcycles.
Really meh depressing interior. I honestly prefer the modest apartment I lived in, in London. The central waterfall, atrium was a great way to try to bring life into the home. 👌🏻 this was very interesting, thank you.
One word. Hideous. 🤷🏼♀️ Money certainly doesn't buy taste. It lacks any charachter, personality, and most importantly elegant design befitting a property of that age and price. New money has no idea. Sorry, not sorry.
The first dining room reminds me more of a board room with adjoining study. I’ve just finished gangs of London so maybe that’s effecting my pov 😂 - just a note, saunas have wood, steam rooms are tiled so most of these are steam rooms.
the home is gaudy in a bad way, and it’s quite small in the places that should be open. the front entry is weird and narrow should be opened up into the formal living room. the bedrooms are small, a very London characteristic. and the god awful cheap looking lacquer everywhere screams russian oligarch like someone else in the comments pointed out. theirs no elevator for $20million!??? and theirs no outdoor space or garden besides the small deck. the layout and configuration is weird and badly planned. the home’s original character is completely gone nothing original.
Great work here Toby, just toured a stunning 250 sqm Bangkok penthouse that costs 3.8m USD so its very interesting to see how the value of properties vary around the world. Keep up the fantastic contetn!
It’s too dark and the inside doesn’t lend itself to the character of out side. It’s not my cup of tea…it’s been made devoid of its natural Georgian splender..it would cost me thousands to change it back . Not worth 23 mil ..sorry.
Great as always Toby. Pretty sure I was one of the first 10 subs to this channel and the quality has been top since the start. Also dream home I would love a stucco Central london townhouse
I see the price has now dropped to £20,000,000 because the seller wants a ‘quick sale’. I can’t imagine why Baroness Mone is selling up, but I hope she is planning to use the money to pay back some of the £29,000,000 she received from a dodgy PPE contracts.
Was great to get a look into a home like this and see what it’s like. Very well spoken and knowledgable guy but even with his charisma and experience, I don’t think he could sell this house for the price. There’s no colour and each room looked the same at least the kids room could have been done with a touch. It just looks like a hotel/spa.
I see a historic townhome, totally devoid of any histroic style and basically looks like a hotel. Obviously the very rich have no taste.
It's Russians, Middle East and NEW money that like this.
Old money would be blinking in horror.
It's not designed by the rich. It's designed by the working class who think the rich would like this.
Agreed.
Well said. Why not build new if that is what you want. They kept the moulded ceilings but why it hardly matches their decor. The pictures look like non threatening corporate stiff you would find in a hotel. That said it is easy to criticize how other people decorate their mansions.
@@georgielancaster1356 in other words, only primitive peasants that come from a peasant heritage would mix these kinds of styles together... You're basically feeding pearls to the swine.
Beautifully narrated, and yes the house appears soulless.
Completely lacks any type of character
Fill it with some kids then, that will change things.
That home theatre looks like it ought to have a coffin in it.
Love these videos! I would say adding the floor plans onto the screen every so often would add so much to the context of where you are. Great watch as usual!
Didn't expect to see you pop up here, love your channel too.
Too often these refurbishments destroy the character of old homes by modernising them too much, or dropping the ceilings and so forth. Invariably they are painted and decorated in bland shades of beige, "mocha," "chocolate" and the like. In such cases I always wish that the developer would consult a designer who's made a name for themselves.
People want modern contempt living. Everything is smart.
Couldn't agree more. This house has been stripped of all character. It's dull, and hotel like. Horrible.
Totally agree that the character of a beautiful building has been destroyed.
As to the interior, as vile as it is vulgar.
@@saffy4352 Modern and contemporary conveniences can be done with style, and tastefully. This refurbishment is bland and tasteless. The developers need to take a look in a Vogue Living magazine, at the very least. This has no style whatsoever.
@@mbd6054 Well noted.
For me the main let down was the master suite, it felt way too cramped - they should have combined it with another bedroom to make it more spacious and have a walk in wardrobe - that dressing table behind the bed was just depressing
the dressing table behind the bed is a disaster, feels very claustrophobic, much like the rest of the house.
I mean I am sure it is some peoples style but I feel like this kind of home should have retained some of the original character of the building and the time it was built.. for now just feels so super modern and souless but each to their own I am sure there are peeps who will love it!
Of course there are people who will love it: I just wouldn't want to be friends with them.
When i watch these Videos afterwards i switch to Downton Abbey Their London Home was far more elegant than this stuff.
No private lounge area for the chef, plus he has the utilities in his kitchen working area. 😵💫
The property has a superlative finish altogether, with both cohesion and flow, although it seems quite cramped in some areas with narrow spaces such as the make up area behind the master bedroom, and narrow staircases in general.
The decor seems very masculine, with lots of angles and high gloss everywhere. Definitely a challenge finding the right buyer for this property.
Divorced 45 yo, mistress whose taste is unimportant, with occasional visiting children.
A house that is high end hotel.
Complete detachment to family homes. No other person's likes of interest.
OR maybe gay male couple?
@@georgielancaster1356 A drug lord, definitely. A dream home. Seen them on the internet and once in real life, when my firm was insuring a drug baron's house (in the bad old days before money laundering legislation). The house was done up in pretty much the same style. Lots of glossy black everywhere.
A drug Lord. Deals done in first dining room, private chats in the study. Once deals are done, guests are welcome to party with hired hosts/hostesses in the various rooms of the house.
Need that wine cellar to store my Aldi wines
looks and feels like a hotel
And child unfriendly
Absolutely
Yeah, very much so, though high-end hotels these days go for something more classy and individualistic. It goes to show money doesn't mean good taste! It's horribly flashy. Have seen far more beautiful English and French country homes and fincas in Spain and that were more homely and better presented. But as the saying in Spanish goes... the book of tastes (preferences) is blank.
The person who lives there will only stay there a few weeks a year when they are in London
I like that look.
if i had a quid for each time 'built in TV' was mentioned i would be well on my way to buying the chav dream
Absolutely hate the furnishing. The kitchen design is ugly, especially the bar area, the sofa being opposite the bar and not the tv on the second floor is a no. All the sofas and pillows being just grey on grey, the trend is over. The office is awkwardly placed next to the dining room. The space before kitchen would have been better if it was some bookcase nook with pair of armchairs or leisure seetee or something. All the bedrooms look like couples/adults bedroom and not as a house for a family with bunch of kids, not even teenagers. It's all modern and old fashion at the same time. Not fan of carpets, but that's my preference. The space as such is nice, but the interior is a no.
Bookcase nook? The future owner has, I guarantee it, never read a book in his life.
Yes, the bar combined with the kitchen is not cutting it. That was not a good idea.
I’m so surprised that for such a home they never thought about adding walk-in wardrobes in the remodeling! 😮
Seating for six? I would have at least 12 people sleeping overnight in that space.
positively oligarchical
Odd how the waterfall wasn’t such a big feature in the end, seemed like you had to stand in a pokey corner to view it
Why put a completely modern home in a Georgian mansion? Almost any reference to the home’s history seems to have been erased. Rather sad even if beautiful
It’s because these extremely expensive properties are designed specifically for the Middle Eastern market, and due to the fact that the vast majority of the high end property in London is historic architecture, their “taste” is sadly what you see imprinted onto 18th and 19th century townhouses/ apartments. This is happening in many expensive European cities, and is a real shame - although at least the outside architecture is completely preserved by law.
@@tamaracarter1836 I understand that…it is simply a travesty that classic, historic design is sacrificed in favor of looking like a high end hotel.
@@gregorymost4906 Oh I completely agree with you. I have lovingly restored, and now live in, an early 15th century cottage in the English countryside, and have GREAT respect for architectural authenticity. Thankfully, what has happened to the townhouse in this video is very rare in the grand scheme of things; for example, my local city (Bath, England) is made up entirely of 18th century stone townhouses - and interiors are kept completely authentic to the time period. The Middle Eastern taste is limited to some of the most expensive townhouses in London that do not have listed interiors.
I agree with you Gregory, this was probably a grade 1 or grade2 listed building. Both exterior and interior features should have been kept. I wonder what has happened to Building control in this borough? This appalling act of vandalism should never have been allowed. On another note, how on earth would anyone actually live in this? You would have to wear gloves everywhere as just 1 fingerprint would ruin the entire house! Staggering really.
I get the feeling, watching these videos, that they show you stunning examples of design and beautifully decorated and renovated large properties, but none of them is actually a home! I would be living in an exhibition piece, showcasing design and architectural magnificence where money is the lowest primary concern.
The design is rather tacky imo
I'm sure it's nice for someone. But to be in such an historical area I just can't do modern, especially the kitchen.
Well we can’t all have the same taste, you like antique some like modern so just appreciate and go. If we all loved the same things the world would be boring.
Nicely done home. Love the emenities. With five floors, you'd think they'd install an elevator in the house. Not senior friendly. Face it guys, even a 30 something millionaire gets old. Those stairs would be a killer.
This was a reasoned comment until the "face it guy's"!
I think we're sub £15M here - high end finish but not enough lateral space. Attached mews garage is very nice but house is only 2 windows across...
Two minutes in and I’ve had enough your’s to last a lifetime.
Thanks for the tour. Genuinely.
It was really sad to see what has been done, but I would never have known such things were being done, without your tours.
The 'waterfall' in the pool was hilarious - and I needed a laugh.
I hope I see some glorious old school, unspoiled houses at some point, but it really hss been a shocking education of what may be happening behind those house walls.
I thought they would have been much better protected.
I've been looking online for glorious old school, unspoiled houses for sale in London for some time, and I've yet to come across one. 😞
@@elephantintheroom5678 There was one, probably sold, now, that I saw in a vlog by two young men - but I don't remember their names. They were walking down a road that might have even had some embassies, and there was a lady coming out of one house and she was quite friendly, and the boys suddenly said, "Could we video your house?" and she said "Sure."
I'm not sure, but I think she was Danish? She and her husband had bought the house in the 70's? Similar period as Alan Bennett, with the same sort of run down gentility.
It had been their family home. Raised 3 or 4 kids, rooms and rooms full of books. My sort of house. I was trying to read spines, throughout. A real, untidy, loved family home. About halfway through, she said, "We are selling it in the near future. The children now have other lives.
It might have been 4 storeys and the basement. Maybe 3? A genuine, loved family home.
The lads were ranting about the value, but she said, back in the seventies, we just had two university careers. We weren't wealthy. It is mad, here, now. Mad money...
@@elephantintheroom5678 You need someone like me, to spot likely looking houses, and knock at the door... I am forgiven my pushiness, because I am old, Australian and clearly no threat.
I don't do such houses, because it would be idle curiosity, but if you were a chum and you wanted a similar home, I'd door knock for you.
I don't live in your country, so even if I get yelled at, or insulted, it would not worry me.
Just find streets you like, houses you like, and ask. Worst is a NO!
If anyone is thinking of selling, you offer a quiet buyer, and no fees for agent.
@@elephantintheroom5678 I have occasionally bought or made a cake or biscuits and knocked at a door and asked if I could see their beautiful garden, if I give them morning/afternoon tea. If you genuinely love the garden, you often get lots of old stories about the war, and the people who moved away. They might know who are talking about selling in surrounding blocks.
@@georgielancaster1356 Wonderful!🙂
Another excellent narration from Toby always shows all aspects of the home. I always recommend for people to watch Toby.
Can someone explain, the thing with high end properties in the uk, why all of them have the same interiors ? Why is it shiny everywhere and why is there so much marble ?
I think it’s for the Middle Eastern market.
It's Dubai bling. That market, or a Vulgar American new money... Divorced male, a mistress whose taste is of no interest. Occasional kids calling in on holidays for money...
@@bar10ml44 The North African taste is different then. I visited a Moroccan millionaire's brand new home once, and other than there was a waterfall running down the side of the staircase, which was quite fun, the whole place was totally understated and elegant, with plenty of Arabic touches, and felt like a real home.
The houses that you see in these expensive parts of London are all owned by Russian Oligarchs or Saudi Arabians, and this style appeals to them.
@@abee2685 I almost made the same comment about Russian oligarchs, then I remembered one Russian oligarch client of our firm that owned the most beautiful Grade II 16th Century home in Surrey that was as tastefully done inside as out, with a light touch and not an inch of bling anywhere to be found. I think that the morons that 'refurbish' these places are the ones with no taste, and that if that's all that they can offer, then the properties will be bought as they are. If they designed a tasteful interior in accordance with the age of the property, surely the oligarchs and the Saudis would wish to buy them? Or was our client an exception?
Most of the bathrooms feel really cramped. I'd get claustrophobia in there.
I got claustrophobia during the whole tour for some reason. It’s a very big property but it feels so cramped, small rooms, lack of natural light and all dark colours. Maybe it’s just not my taste as my house is filled with light and greenery
I used to live on Lower Belgrave Street over twenty-five years ago. When Belgravia was a nice place to live. When the majority of real owners of the properties actually lived in these properties. Before these houses were starting to become overpriced and bought by these overseas investors that don't actually live in England! This was even before the Google building was built near Victoria Station. I used to live and work in the area and used to cycle around the area. I know this area very well. Belgravia and the surrounding areas have so much history. However, it lost its character and charm over years. I am glad I left. It is now a dead corporate place with no feeling. £23 Million just proves what I mean.
Well said. New money. Foreign investors. The days of the ol' English buyer is well and truly gone.
I used to live on Eaton Place about 30 or so years ago, loved it there. Pimlico was always the more affordable option, probably still is, but I really loved living there and my love of Knightsbridge remains 😀
My guess is, the developer opened up 3 separate properties to make into 1. Looking at the width of the property, it was not a huge property to start with. The 3 properties would come to ca £8m total. The basement extension (swimming pool) would cost £1m max, the rest structural work can be done £1m max. The kitchen and interior design would cost about £1-1.5m max using the highest quality materials. It would take 12-18months including planning permission (add 8% financing cost). The total cost would have been ca £12-13m max including a designated project manager.
It would definitely take someone a decent amount of time to put the project together but if you are to live in it, you would want to tailor it to your own taste anyways (kitchen, beds, sofas, showers definitely not fit everyone’s taste or needs). It does not even have a lift inside (once again, the width is too narrow and the layout is peculiar to install a lift for 2B-3F property).
One peculiar thing is, it has a chef’s kitchen which is norm nowadays but where is the servants’ living quarters? Food lift from the chef’s kitchen into the study/ office is more than peculiar. It does not appear to have any garden area either (communal garden access maybe?).
It is norm to have segregated servants’ quarters with separate entrance (or a separate small unit in a corner of the garden).
Unusual layout and arrangements throughout. Overly cramped for such narrow property.
If I were to scoop out the cost, I would rather take my time and find the right property (wider and semi-detached) and hire the best designer and project management team to do it myself.
Such size property without servant quarter and lift is a no go.
These homes you show are some of the most beautiful I have ever seen!
Imagine paying 23 milly for a house that dont have an actual garden lol
Gardens are for pheasants 😅
@@yemol9454 I’ve got pheasants in my garden lol don’t u mean peasants.
@@susanbrown2909 I think they meant peasants lmao
Then all you have to do is move a few miles out of central london and you will get a garden, This is Belgravia, what do you expect..... 2 acres and an outdoor pool lol
@@charlesjay8818 mate, if you’re trying to tell me I couldn’t find a house in Belgravia, same circa price with a garden you’re waffling
I thought that atrium living wall was cool- but its a shame you can't enjoy views of it from anywhere else. Also that much humidity cannot be good for indoors.
Very nice indeed. Stunning waterfall idea. Although not sure why the tv in every corner of the house.
*No one integrates historical bones with contemporary flair and elegance better than the Brits. And Toby's presentation's equally classy.* 🏆
Love your videos. They’re very professionally filmed and you’re great in front of the camera. Keep up the good work and your channel will keep growing. I can honestly see your channel becoming the best home tour channel in the UK!
Thank you so much!
Dear Lord what a total disaster! This is nothing short of architectural desecration. This is supposed to be a Georgian beauty, but it is totally devoid of all the beautiful features that the Georgians taught us. Whoever has created this monstrosity should be taken to court by the local authorities. Whilst I appreciate that an awful lot of money has been thrown at this historic house, it is utterly unforgiveable for what has happened here. If you want to live in a New York/Abu Dhabi style apartment, then go live in New York/Abu Dhabi. How on earth did they get this past the local planning department? Your presentation is very sleek, but I would point out that we do not have faucetts here in the UK. We have taps. I could weep at what has gone on here. Our heritage has been annihilated.
Enough of the uncalled for lower middle class British snobbery. The word tap=faucet and faucet is actually a better less basic word I think.
@@rosieposie9564 faucett is an american term. The house is in London not America. No snobbery, just ordinary british language. I wouldn't expect an american estate agent(realtor) to use the word tap in America.
I so agree!
It is a tragedy with elements of farce. That 'fountain' in the pool, that he had to yell to be heard over, that sounded like 6 geldings - or two elephants, peeing into a pond but with echoing hard walls...
A garden that is 3? storeys of a back lane of darkness, with artificial lights...
Rabbit warrens of rooms that appear to exist to display different masculine patterns of brown...
I saw another hugely expensive house that had 4 little rooms in Dubai bling, all of which appeared to be for solitary sitting and drinking.
Houses purposely built for men who can't walk the length of a house, on any of their 4 or 5 levels, without collapsing into a chair to drink!
This is new masculine money. Used to Dubai, vulgar America, expensive hotels.
Divorced. Occasional unhappy bored children from a divorce or two, staying over to milk dad, a mistress whose taste is of no interest...
The heartache is, they could have built new, but completely gutted a gem of a period house.
@@georgielancaster1356 I really hate this British snobbery foolishness and sense of superiority to others. In these modern times it just makes all those who engage in it seem backwards, ignorant and 'colonial'.
You do not have to like the style or changes to the house but there is really no need to insult whole cultures to make your point...very classless and uncivilised.
Amen. How is this permissable? A beautiful house has been decimated by tacky bad taste.
Nice presentation as usual. I think the atrium is a waste of space. At this price and many floors, the space could have been better managed to incorporate a lift.
I absolutely agree. It would have been pretty fantastic but the lack of a lift with so many floors is just not great at all. For this home you need to be at least fairly young, never age and not injure any part of one's legs accidentally.
The intro was suspenseful. It made me FEEL the grandeur of this home and I got really excited about it. Helpful hint: when you introduced the reception room it was a bit disorienting because I had already seen a bedroom, bathroom, etc. A more natural flow is to display the rooms in the order you would show them to an actual guest.
In fairness this property has an unusual layout where some private rooms do precede the reception room. There's no way for an agent to assess how the room order hits you on a gut level. Now you know in the event this situation arises again. Live and learn.
Now you also have an additional talent in your repertoire: feng shui assassin. No weapon, no crime.
So gaudy. They should have invested in a professional designer for this. Entrance hallway surprisingly narrow. I think they will get a higher price if they strip some of the shiny tat out. The outside waterfall is a ridiculous gimmick that, together with the vertical garden will be a nightmare to maintain. Good tour as always, you manage to make even quite absurdly priced doer-uppers look good!
Exactly. They took a classic interior and ruined with grey and beige and bling worthy of a Russian oligarch.
Glad you enjoyed the tour!
@@TheTerryE What colours would you use?
@@rosieposie9564 ACTUAL colours.
@@TheTerryE I see, I am a lover of neutrals as I find them more elegant and relaxing on the eye. I have seen some nice homes with colours here on youtube however.
It’s such a shame the original, character features have been ripped out and thrown away.
Belgravia is no longer where the aristocracy reside. The nouveau riche have different tastes.
Quite a lot for a mid terrace house!😇
@@modfus This place has been crucified of character ..
Totally agree a homage to new money no class
So agree! Glorious period house gutted.
The 'water feature' fountain into the pool is horrendously loud, with those hard wall echoes increasing noise.
It's like half a dozen geldings p*ssing into the pool. Or a couple of elephants...
So many rabbit warren rooms that don't have a real use. Just an excuse for a different decoration.
In the movie room he said the walls were fabricated. He just meant fabric covered!
Ah Toby. Wonderful home. Love the water feature and excellent office and bedroom. Not sure it's worth that much for 6 bedrooms and 7 baths at 6k square feet in Belgravia
Fair enough! Glad you enjoyed the tour!
Nice video, not shouty like alot of other guys doing similar videos, keep up the good work
The front of these houses are so impressive. With this interior, each to their own I guess. It’s too shiny blingy and staged for my taste The only thing that has any soul for me is the atrium with the living wall. If I had this kind of budget I would not spend it on this property, unless I could knock the price right down as it would be a rip and re do apart from the spa and pool. there is no wow factor for me at all. It feels claustrophobic and there’s no natural flow to any of the spaces. I’m guessing this is not a home as such but maybe a place to stay when the owners are in town on business???
The interior, joinery,decor, design and bathrooms simply aren’t anywhere near the standard or quality for a house of this price..a three star hotel or Air b n b maybe but Belgravia…No no no
Remarkable piece of real estate with a detailed guided tour to go with it. Best of luck getting the asking price for it.
love the pool !
Whoever furnished this house should hang their head in shame. They have managed to make a magnificent property resemble a Barratt house. But hey, maybe that’s what potential purchasers of multi-million pound houses like? All is lost…
#CHEAP&NASTY
The designer was following the orders of the owner! Blame the owner!
@@miketeacher9016 ...and that owner has an eye on who he hopes to pass this property on to... i.e the Arabs! This 'tasteful' renovation is so obviously for the Middle Eastern market. Headline bling-bling, without the day-to-day practicalities, all neatly packaged up into a 23M offering!
@@dukeofedinborough You are quite right! It is probably a middle-eastern investor who has overseen the decor with top notch designers. He will own and use it for several years until the market is just right then he will make tens of millions of profit on it. That is why they are wealthy.
I liked indoor garden, best feature in the house,
9:47 whats the point of that? As if youll use it when ur in the pool already
Glad you guys liked watching my home
Hi Toby, had to listen to the beginning of tour 3 times as I couldn't believe it. All the furniture is included except for the artwork, I can live with that as I prefer landscapes, seascapes, movie posters and of course animal artwork. Who ever buys it will only buy artwork, restock fridges, freezers, pantry and not forgetting the wine celler and bars. Another good video, more please especially if furniture is included.😂😂
this is perfect for kids, especially twins....
now i have twins, and believe you me, they do NOT want to sleep together in 1 bedroom hahaha :)
Very nice home though !
23 mil for a terraced house, that is hilarious!
So agree.
Yeah you can get a terrace in Burnley for waaay less.
Yup a house on someone else’s land
@@grayhalf1854 answer of the year award! 😂
I'm sorry to say this but in my opinion this home has been completely ruined. The original charming character had been completely obliterated. It has a modern hotel vibe wouldn't you say. Such a pity considering all the money and hard work that's gone into it. Oh well.
20+M, high ceilings, 7 storeys and NO LIFT!
dude ,you are a superstar ,your Instagram is stunning ......I do like the way you showcased this home ...it seems like it would be more of a second home/in town resort , because the footprint is so narrow ,but that garage is epic for a city location ...good place to store the motorcycles.
Amazing mansion
Amazing tour
Lethal combination
Really meh depressing interior. I honestly prefer the modest apartment I lived in, in London. The central waterfall, atrium was a great way to try to bring life into the home. 👌🏻 this was very interesting, thank you.
One word. Hideous. 🤷🏼♀️ Money certainly doesn't buy taste. It lacks any charachter, personality, and most importantly elegant design befitting a property of that age and price. New money has no idea. Sorry, not sorry.
The first dining room reminds me more of a board room with adjoining study. I’ve just finished gangs of London so maybe that’s effecting my pov 😂 - just a note, saunas have wood, steam rooms are tiled so most of these are steam rooms.
Where do you store food in the kitchen?
Love the house though the decor is stuffy . sorry no malice, but if I were looking to buy this style would put me off,perhaps Bloomsbury is more me?
the home is gaudy in a bad way, and it’s quite small in the places that should be open. the front entry is weird and narrow should be opened up into the formal living room. the bedrooms are small, a very London characteristic. and the god awful cheap looking lacquer everywhere screams russian oligarch like someone else in the comments pointed out. theirs no elevator for $20million!??? and theirs no outdoor space or garden besides the small deck. the layout and configuration is weird and badly planned. the home’s original character is completely gone nothing original.
Fascinating home. But Mr. Toby, are stair cases used to get through 7 floors ? Where's the elevator? Guess I need the Gym ! Thank you.
Fantastic our, thank you.
Enjoyed watching the tour. Thank you
Such a lovely home and the £23 million price tag is reasonable. My assistant will be in touch
Great work here Toby, just toured a stunning 250 sqm Bangkok penthouse that costs 3.8m USD so its very interesting to see how the value of properties vary around the world. Keep up the fantastic contetn!
Thanks for watching Victoria! :)
great video. you're an excellent presenter. Shame about the house though. it looks like a Dubai hotel. pretty devoid of taste
Yes. It's awful.
Worst I've seen, apparently it's a thing, though. Sad.
I'd be happy with the servant quarters honestly. Looks cozy.
Loving these videos :))
It’s too dark and the inside doesn’t lend itself to the character of out side.
It’s not my cup of tea…it’s been made devoid of its natural Georgian splender..it would cost me thousands to change it back .
Not worth 23 mil ..sorry.
Great as always Toby. Pretty sure I was one of the first 10 subs to this channel and the quality has been top since the start. Also dream home I would love a stucco Central london townhouse
I am amazed they didn’t add a lift.
Beautiful home but a bit cramped. It reminded me of a luxury yacht trying to cram every luxury into a small space. I love the styling.
It’s so sad to not keeping the original style in the interiors. It makes the house cheap 😢
Did I miss the garden?
I see the price has now dropped to £20,000,000 because the seller wants a ‘quick sale’. I can’t imagine why Baroness Mone is selling up, but I hope she is planning to use the money to pay back some of the £29,000,000 she received from a dodgy PPE contracts.
Is that her London bolt hole 😂 I was getting pimpy vibes from some rooms 😂
很優雅的聯排別墅！
LOVE IT !!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Dont like the interior but you are really good, channelling Enes vibes !! Best of luck with your channel new sub here x
It's obscene that there are people with this much wealth .....the house is soulless.....
Exactly what I said!
Was great to get a look into a home like this and see what it’s like.
Very well spoken and knowledgable guy but even with his charisma and experience, I don’t think he could sell this house for the price.
There’s no colour and each room looked the same at least the kids room could have been done with a touch. It just looks like a hotel/spa.
Beautiful home, presented excellently
£23 mil and no walk in wardrobe or lift? Nah I’m good lol
Wow once again a great house.
Only 17 videos and already a million views. I hope you keep releasing new stuff I can see this channel doing really well. Good luck
Love this house wonder what the update is? Sold or still available
Absolutely Love it!!! 🥇
Loving what you're doing bro! Keep it up.
Great video, very professional.
what i liked was the gauthier and frapin xo cognacs briefly seen in the bar also a louis13
Brother this is Phenomenal
I hate to admit it but that is absolutely beautiful 🙏🏽
What a beautiful home. I recognised alot of the bedroom furniture, we made them.
I actually don’t like it maybe that’s not popular but it just feels plastic and empty the waterfall is amazing though
Dark and cold house now. I am freezing. Cozy not at all.
Love Love love!!
Outstanding house. 10/10
Great vid, but....that is not Herbert Crescent! Eaton Place I think.
why do I need a wine cellar if I barely have a closet!?!
It’s the Flushed Away house
Gorgeous... I would live here definitely
Amazing congratiolation to the new owner
Great hotel... How much room rate?