A slice of London history - the 303 year old home in Spitalfields

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  • Опубліковано 27 січ 2025

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  • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
    @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +3

    20.2.2024 And thats a wrap. I've now sold this house. You can see the outgoing video here if you like...... ua-cam.com/video/Jc3vWcSlj8A/v-deo.html

  • @kimclarke5018
    @kimclarke5018 Рік тому +204

    This is beautiful. The fact that whomever owns it respected the history of this home and didn’t make it “modern”, absolutely was a brilliant move. It looks so much better.

  • @camerachica73
    @camerachica73 Рік тому +138

    Warmth and history emanate from every room of this house and love the squeaky floorboards. So nice to see an old house that hasn't had its guts ripped out and painted grey.

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +5

      I couldn’t agree more.

    • @BusyBob6971
      @BusyBob6971 Рік тому +5

      You’re right it’s not painted gray…….. it’s painted brown tan and beige.

    • @terrioestreich4007
      @terrioestreich4007 Рік тому +1

      Agree!

    • @sallyanneotton4348
      @sallyanneotton4348 Рік тому +6

      Yes, what is it with grey at the moment, the most drab flat colour 😶

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +1

      @@sallyanneotton4348 as an agent dealing with lots of interesting spaces, it’s been refreshing to see more people going bold with colours. I think grey might be on the way out.

  • @linnulman7138
    @linnulman7138 Рік тому +33

    I am besotted, speechless, infatuated. Never wanted to own a home til this moment. Light years out of my reach, and I'm ready to cry, but this vid has given me great enjoyment. May its owners cherish it.

  • @Nazlairdie
    @Nazlairdie Рік тому +55

    Used to work on Brick Lane & it was so sad so many of these types of houses being converted & modernised to point of soulless so glad to see a building been honoured such a dream home & beautifully kept.

  • @TheFiown
    @TheFiown Рік тому +37

    P E R F E C T I O N ! I have never been a money oriented person, it doesn't control my life choices (it sometimes should) and I generally have little respect for fortunes and those who have them BUT suddenly I would like to be rich enough to live in this incredible house that looks exactly like a home I would have chosen and curated! Thank you for allowing me in for a little time.

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +7

      That’s so nice of you to say. It definitely has that feeling. Laid back and sophisticated but not showy.

  • @isotopiary
    @isotopiary Рік тому +38

    The way the owners listened to the house and responded with respectful sensitivity is to be applauded. The use of natural materials and timeless colours seem to straddle so many eras. The walls literally whisper with history and I love it.
    Thank you for showing us this magnificent house.

  • @t.s.507
    @t.s.507 Рік тому +64

    How refreshing to see an authentic Georgian townhouse "dans son jus"! Oozing character and charm - so unlike the modern renovations that strip everything away. Thanks for this tour.

  • @PatsyStone73
    @PatsyStone73 Рік тому +25

    My partner’s ancestors were Spitalfields Silk Weavers, this is wonderful to imagine the space they would have lived and worked with their big families. The Owner did a great job, keeping so many authentic fixtures and fittings along with adding sympathetic wall colours.

    • @Behappyalways609
      @Behappyalways609 3 місяці тому +1

      My ancestors were also silk weavers of Spitalfields

  • @veronicaroach3667
    @veronicaroach3667 6 місяців тому +7

    Thank you - I've been in the US for many years now, but before we moved over here we owned an end terrace Georgian in Stoke Newington with lots of gorgeous paneling like this one. I often reminisce about that house - basement level kitchen with coal holes just like this too & an old huge fireplace with ironwork fittings ! That area & that Georgian house were very 'posh' in their day, our home was built in 1720, not particularly 'favored' when we lived there - but now 35+ years later I understand it has again 'boomed' & I hope that house is still being appreciated for it's historic value ! Miss you Stoke Newington Church St & that Red Lion pub ! I always enjoyed discovering the history of that area during the 3 years we lived there ! Not so long ago houses like this were considered too 'scruffy' to keep, and many rows got torn down, I think we have all learned to love them now & that is not happening so much!

  • @sylw9289
    @sylw9289 Рік тому +7

    A lovely home with loads of character! I am glad that they kept the character to this 303 year old home. Older homes have so much beauty of the past and creative design. Thank you.

  • @gabrielascaife2029
    @gabrielascaife2029 Рік тому +34

    Stunning , respecting history 100% but yet so contemporary. Clever and incredible .

  • @deborahbarnes8377
    @deborahbarnes8377 11 місяців тому +3

    Love the heritage colours, and the simplicity.

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  11 місяців тому

      Thank you. I'm hoping to get a follow up video on this house next week. I've sold it and i get to explore it when it's empty. Best wishes, Simon

  • @howareyou857
    @howareyou857 14 днів тому +1

    Absolutely glorious. Thank you for showing us around this wonderful slice of historic London.

  • @georginabird9354
    @georginabird9354 Місяць тому +4

    My mothers family were part of those who fled , all those years ago , and some of the family are artists , etc so this is beautiful thanks for sharing xx

  • @icouldjustscream
    @icouldjustscream Рік тому +10

    Over 300 years old, it's spectacular! I love it! I could cry when I see the soul of an old home destroyed to "update" it. This one is almost untouched. It's a treasure! I'm in Canada and very few houses remain that were built prior to 1800. Saint John, New Brunswick does have a few but a huge fire in 1877 destroyed most. Our house is 100+ years old with original floors, windows, woodwork, and fireplace. I love our creaky floors, treadworn stairs, and wavy bubbled window glass. It's old for Canada but would be considered almost brand new over there! Thank you for the tour.

  • @janesalisbury3686
    @janesalisbury3686 Рік тому +23

    Took my breath away. Thank you so much and to the owner for sharing his beautiful home with us.

  • @ilinkacenic2360
    @ilinkacenic2360 Рік тому +4

    This is one of the most beautiful,ethereal homes I have ever seen,,,if I had 4 million it would be mine. x

  • @r.m.alonzo7648
    @r.m.alonzo7648 Рік тому +18

    If you are the type of person who has a great imagination and decorating comes naturally this could be turned into a really warm and inviting home. I wish I had those skills. Thanks for the tour.

  • @beverlyhayshouston2770
    @beverlyhayshouston2770 Рік тому +5

    My favorite. The paint colors are exquisite.

  • @emiliebova
    @emiliebova Рік тому +6

    Watching from USA. My ancestors were Huguenot refugees. That Georgian house is lovely.

  • @juliefitzgerald2948
    @juliefitzgerald2948 Рік тому +4

    Perfection in every room👌

  • @lisahinkofer2085
    @lisahinkofer2085 Рік тому +12

    Wow. Stunning home. You can feel the history of this beautiful townhome

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +3

      Thank you. it's been lovely seeing how so many people here appreciate the warmth of this historic home. Glad you liked the tour

  • @Katerynaki
    @Katerynaki Рік тому +14

    Thank you for the amazing tour and a bit of a background history on this place! The house is incredible

  • @graceandmarvellouswonders6249
    @graceandmarvellouswonders6249 Рік тому +3

    Thank you this home was certainly beautiful in every way❤!

  • @hv1946FLUSA
    @hv1946FLUSA Рік тому +8

    Love seeing that some of the house is "raw" and the rest is exquisite. Reminds me of the row houses in Savannah, GA USA. I am past negotiating the stairs, but really enjoyed this presentation.

  • @dartlanddunbar5842
    @dartlanddunbar5842 Рік тому +9

    Enchanting!!! I appreciate the wonky stairs and the sound of footsteps on the original floors.

  • @sacb2000
    @sacb2000 Рік тому +23

    What an amazing space! If only I could afford it I would snap it up in a heart beat. A piece of history that works well for modern day living in a great location. So much natural Beauty and character with no pretence. I have to say this is probably one of my favourites. But then again I say that about most of the properties you show 😊 Thanks Simon

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому

      Thank you for the feedback and I'm delighted you enjoyed the tour. More to come......Thansk for sticking iwth the channel

  • @ramenlover334
    @ramenlover334 3 місяці тому +3

    Just after Christmas we went for a curry on brick Lane. Fell in love with the area. Especially loved the houses on Fournier street.

  • @judithclark2823
    @judithclark2823 Рік тому +4

    Love this authentic, historical home. Just love it🥰

  • @doylejodi7502
    @doylejodi7502 Рік тому +3

    Love the mirror over the fireplace. Love the inset glass cabinets.

  • @lindamckenna81
    @lindamckenna81 Рік тому +4

    Thanks for showing this very beautiful home. A warm sophisticated vibe is definately felt.

  • @marypaquette8705
    @marypaquette8705 Рік тому +5

    Gosh, I love every inch! I am a descendant of Pilgrims, still living 20 miles from Plymouth rock, love this house😊❤

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +1

      Thank you. Isn't it lovley to see something left as un-touched as possible.

    • @greensage395
      @greensage395 Рік тому

      It is because it is a Memory within you! :) Cellular Memory is very strong in a Family Line! Such a Blessing!

  • @lddixon2394
    @lddixon2394 Рік тому +4

    An absolute gem and dream of a house. Thank you.

  • @victoriagadd6831
    @victoriagadd6831 Рік тому +5

    So interesting and a beautiful house tastefully curated by the owner. Thank you

  • @greensage395
    @greensage395 Рік тому +6

    Such a Wonder to behold, now I want to see all the Neighbor's homes! The one across the street has a Garden on the street-side balcony!

  • @melm2740
    @melm2740 Рік тому +3

    Speechless, I feel at home, so much homely old time character, dream home .

  • @andrewcowman8731
    @andrewcowman8731 Рік тому +3

    An amazing house & the man that brought this house back to life. It really is an experience to vist throughout its day.

  • @lis819
    @lis819 Рік тому +4

    I grew up in Hanbury Street in the fifties...as a child I remember the beautiful windows of the old silk weavers houses...

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +1

      I’d love to hear more about this area from those days. I’ve worked there since the late 90’s and it’s changed unbelievably since then. Goodness knows how it’s changed since the 50’s.

  • @balthazarification
    @balthazarification Рік тому +7

    very interesting for me as my family descends from Huguenots in Spitalfields

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +1

      Very cool! Thank you for the comment. If you're interested in finding out more, you musy visit this place, dennissevershouse.co.uk/ it's even more historic that this house!

  • @jakers4012
    @jakers4012 Рік тому +3

    got quite emotional watching this as my ancestors lived and worked in this neighbourhood may have even visited this house .

  • @citychic9391
    @citychic9391 Рік тому +3

    Thank you for showing us around a beautiful historic home 🏡

  • @Bchongkonger
    @Bchongkonger Рік тому +2

    Amazing story house❤

  • @Tamar-sz8ox
    @Tamar-sz8ox Рік тому +2

    Beautiful in it’s simplicity ❤️ & preservation

  • @iggynowa5497
    @iggynowa5497 7 місяців тому +1

    These streets, these houses are absolutely stunning and I love the way this house has been renovated, creaks and all.

  • @jeanpatterson4283
    @jeanpatterson4283 Рік тому +3

    Wonderful. This was so enjoyable to watch. Thank you from Cape Town.

  • @sharonsteigers4162
    @sharonsteigers4162 Рік тому +3

    What a wonderful challenge for an Interior Designer and an Architect. What a magnificent property. The best to whoever developes this historic property.

  • @id5girl
    @id5girl Рік тому +2

    Original wooden flooring does "talk" loolo.... How lovely is this place - thanks for the tour! Absolutely wonderful that its all in tact over the centuries.

  • @alexandrasoriano5834
    @alexandrasoriano5834 Рік тому +2

    What a graceful and timeless home. I’d love to live there!

  • @princebuster93
    @princebuster93 Рік тому +7

    Thanks for sharing Simon, absolutely gorgeous. Would love to buy this house as my Nanna came from the East End, will have to get a paper round now 😂😂

  • @mariabanholzer7942
    @mariabanholzer7942 Рік тому +1

    What a amazing place!!!!! Thank you for sharing! Much love from South of France to London where i lived in my youth!

  • @cyndra680
    @cyndra680 Рік тому +3

    Amazing! Thank you so much for the tour.

  • @lindas5964
    @lindas5964 Рік тому +2

    Love those rooms on the top floor! Wonderful light.

  • @melody91778
    @melody91778 Рік тому +2

    Wow! Absolutely stunning!

  • @branokrajcovic8863
    @branokrajcovic8863 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for the tour! Ahh, so cozy and pleasant to look at :)

  • @martinemjt
    @martinemjt Рік тому +2

    magnificient house!

  • @leostone5570
    @leostone5570 Рік тому +3

    Amazing!!!!!!

  • @relocatetoEUROPE
    @relocatetoEUROPE Рік тому +3

    What a gorgeous place! My dream house love the history. I'm a Hugenot, at least my ancestors were.

  • @susanmorgan8833
    @susanmorgan8833 Рік тому +2

    What a lovely home. It would have been wonderful to have been able to see it truly adequately decorated.

  • @femalism1715
    @femalism1715 Рік тому +2

    Magnificent!! Wow!

  • @sandramalone3522
    @sandramalone3522 Рік тому +3

    Many thanks to this re-vitalization of keeping it in it's original era with all the charm and history without getting ruined with modern crap that would have destroyed it.

  • @dyanne1wynks
    @dyanne1wynks Рік тому +2

    BEAUTIFUL ❤️ .

  • @stephanfourie6879
    @stephanfourie6879 Рік тому +1

    Honestly i can listen to you all day long😊

  • @ExLibris-Alys
    @ExLibris-Alys Рік тому +2

    Beautiful house! Congratulations to whoever buys it. I hope they resist the urge to “modernise”. Thank you for the tour.

  • @lawriefoster5587
    @lawriefoster5587 11 місяців тому +2

    Reminds me so much of the homes in Society Hill in Philadelphia where
    I live. Beautiful house...the floors. fireplaces, woodwork. Would love to
    live there. Thank you for the tour.

  • @MelissaRayneDance
    @MelissaRayneDance Рік тому +2

    This is incredible and I would happily live in the Weaver's Loft!

  • @lazygardens
    @lazygardens Рік тому +8

    I can imagine it in the 1700s, with looms in the loft, silks for sale in the ground floor, designs tacked in a workroom, and someone cooking in the basement.
    I also have Huguenot ancestry, but they skipped England and went to Ireland for a couple of years and then to the colonies.

  • @christinemedley6926
    @christinemedley6926 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful video....such a wonderful house reflecting history and yiu are a wonderful relaxing presenter who guíes us through this perfectly

  • @CollectedLifeHome
    @CollectedLifeHome Рік тому +1

    Lovely review of the home! Thanks for sharing!

  • @mallon201
    @mallon201 Рік тому +3

    An absolute dream of a house in a fantastic area, will be a lucky (wealthy) family that gets to live here.

  • @aliciastewart3037
    @aliciastewart3037 Рік тому +5

    I have the soul of an English person😂😂. I love the entire home!! I can see the history from the kitchen table. I'd love ❤ to purchase the home

  • @joanfreestone1707
    @joanfreestone1707 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for showing this amazing house. Of course, there's nothing like that here in Australia so I really enjoyed seeing it.

    • @ac1646
      @ac1646 Рік тому +1

      You do have some very distinctive and beautiful Victorian houses though. 😃

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому

      Glad you enjoyed it thanks for your kind words

  • @rednaxelavb
    @rednaxelavb Рік тому +2

    Stunning 🏡 🤩🙌🎥😄🤗 🇺🇸

  • @gucciashton4731
    @gucciashton4731 Рік тому +1

    Exquisite. This is my idea of the perfect home.

  • @Agameda1
    @Agameda1 Рік тому +2

    I used to live on Hanbury Street Whitechapel end and loved walking along these old preserved streets among the high rises.

  • @justinw8512
    @justinw8512 Рік тому +3

    Beautiful

  • @LMays-cu2hp
    @LMays-cu2hp Рік тому +2

    Looking very nice.

  • @FreeFlowingFunkPunk
    @FreeFlowingFunkPunk Рік тому +1

    This is stunning I would love to have this thank you for sharing Hugh in Scotland

  • @sharonhendrix3864
    @sharonhendrix3864 Рік тому +2

    Just Lovely…..❤❤❤

  • @raqueldobson1
    @raqueldobson1 Рік тому +1

    Love your videos - so much detail which is so so helpful ❤

  • @barbettef.6537
    @barbettef.6537 Місяць тому +1

    An absolute stunning property.

  • @lorrainecleaver6792
    @lorrainecleaver6792 Рік тому +1

    Wow! I could almost move to London. Just beautiful.

  • @mariabanholzer7942
    @mariabanholzer7942 Рік тому +1

    There will be a happy buyer waiting to invest in this place! I wish he comes to you via this video, of course..... I wish you all the very best charming man!

  • @AlannahRyane
    @AlannahRyane Рік тому +1

    That was awesome....

  • @JJ33438
    @JJ33438 Рік тому +2

    wow very vintage! lots of potential.

  • @sylviebonzon1745
    @sylviebonzon1745 Рік тому +1

    wahoo it's beautiful!

  • @Resenbrink
    @Resenbrink Рік тому +1

    Even that yard your standing in looks great to me.

  • @refilweferreira8333
    @refilweferreira8333 Рік тому +1

    This home is absolutely beautiful

  • @em945
    @em945 Рік тому +4

    Wow. Beyond delightful, and so quiet.
    I have never seen homes like this.
    I am from Australia and thought all the old London homes were all dark and mouldy.
    Good luck finding the perfect owner.
    Thank you for your efforts.

  • @patriciawilson4744
    @patriciawilson4744 Місяць тому

    I absolutely love this house!

  • @gloriafoley1448
    @gloriafoley1448 Місяць тому

    Long live wonkey stairways!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 Thank you Simon for a lovely video! From, Kalamazoo Michigan

  • @VictoriaN72
    @VictoriaN72 Місяць тому +1

    A storybook neighborhood !❤

  • @curtmichael7589
    @curtmichael7589 Рік тому +4

    if I was a person of means I’d buy that in a skinny minute. Incredibly atmospheric.

  • @greensage395
    @greensage395 Рік тому +1

    OMG, that Door could wake the Dead...I am listening in early this morning! LOL

  • @catherinerickard699
    @catherinerickard699 Рік тому +1

    I am from Huguenot desent. It’s so interesting to see. Thank you for this

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for watching and thanks for feedback. Really pleased you like the history of it. It a very special house.
      Simon

  • @johnthompson932
    @johnthompson932 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful space

  • @sarathwijerathne6118
    @sarathwijerathne6118 Рік тому

    Excellent

  • @susanstreet1
    @susanstreet1 Рік тому +1

    Sence of place,with the decor ❤

  • @LeMonsieurBanane
    @LeMonsieurBanane Рік тому +1

    The layout and features (esp. in the kitchen) are almost identical to Dennis Severs' House, which by the looks of things, must be very close to this property indeed, perhaps even neighbours. Highly recommend a visit to anyone who loves history, esp. at Christmas time, when they do candlelit tours. This house is its twin!

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому +1

      Absolutely spot on, you clearly know the area. So pleased you like this house. You might be interested to learn that the other house in Princelet Street which was recently used for the, Christo exhibition was owned by the person who owns this house. The style in number 4 Princelet was all his doing.... All the best, Simon

  • @DianeWyatt-j4x
    @DianeWyatt-j4x Рік тому +1

    What a beautiful house, reminds me of Merchants House in NYC 😊

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому

      Thank you 🙏

    • @DianeWyatt-j4x
      @DianeWyatt-j4x Рік тому +1

      @@simonatuniquepropertycompany I’m in London in October, going to check out this are 👍🏻

    • @simonatuniquepropertycompany
      @simonatuniquepropertycompany  Рік тому

      @@DianeWyatt-j4x have a great time. If you like this sort of thing, you must visit dennissevershouse.co.uk
      It’s literally just round the corner. You’ll love it.