Nestled within a private gated cul-de-sac, just moments from Bishops Avenue’s fabled “Billionaires’ Row”, is the immaculately presented Byron Drive. Now available for the first time in 25 years, the mansion boasts an impressive 8,629 sq. ft of pristine internal living space comprising of a grand 1,000 sq.ft. drawing room, eight bedrooms, ten bathrooms, and swimming pool, available for sale for £9,500,000 with Dexters.
The centre of the home is a magnificent drawing room with majestic pillars and sparkling chandeliers, which at 1,000 sq.ft. is larger than the average terraced house in the UK (Source: Gov.uk, English Housing Survey 2018-19). The elegant space, complete with a trio of arched French doors that open onto the private landscaped rear garden, leads through to a spa-inspired swimming pool and sauna, creating the ultimate entertaining space for hosting friends and family.
Byron Drive represents an extraordinarily rare opportunity to secure an address of quiet distinction, now available for the first time in 25 years. The home is cocooned within a discreet setting, with the private gated cul-de-sac often sought-after by families for its privacy and security.
Beyond the recently enhanced gated security system, the approach reveals generous driveway parking, a rarity in London, together with a spacious double garage. The facade of the residence commands attention, with its imposing symmetry framed by a stately style portico and classical Doric columns that rise the full height of the house.
Through the grand entrance a double-vaulted foyer unfolds into a space of generous proportions and quiet grandeur, complete with high ceilings and a sculptural staircase with ornate railings. The hall conveys a distinct sense of arrival and occasion, that is continued throughout the home, with ornate pillars, detailed cornicing and palatial interior design.
The ground floor has a spacious kitchen/breakfast room, complete with solid wood cabinets, black countertops and an island, with room for a six-seater table. To one side, it leads to a formal dining room, with a trio of arched French doors framing views and opening onto the garden. The other side of the kitchen leads to a light-filled sunroom, ideal as a quiet reading room, coffee area or currently used as a home office. The ground floor is completed with a further home office, cloakroom and guest WC, with ample storage throughout.
Above the double garage, a self-contained studio suite offers flexibility, currently arranged as a gym but equally well suited to staff or guest accommodation, with its own kitchen and bathroom.
Beyond the wellness rooms, the home opens onto beautifully landscaped gardens, forming a private oasis within one of London’s most coveted residential settings. A stone patio provides the ideal setting for family gatherings and relaxed summer afternoons, together, these spaces seamlessly extend the sense of calm sophistication from within the home to the natural elegance beyond.
The first-floor foyer continues the home’s tone of quiet extravagance throughout the first floor. Four generously proportioned bedrooms are arranged to provide an ideal balance of privacy and family living, each space designed with both comfort and elegance in mind.
At the heart of the floor lies the principal suite, a serene retreat overlooking the landscaped gardens and spanning over 500 square feet. French doors open onto 30 ft private roof terrace above the swimming pool, offering a tranquil vantage point across the grounds. The suite features two beautifully appointed dressing rooms and twin ensuite bathrooms, each with a freestanding bathtub and separate walk-in shower, creating an atmosphere of timeless sophistication and restorative calm.
The remaining three bedrooms are equally distinguished, designed to accommodate family and guests with ease. Two bedrooms include ensuite bathrooms with freestanding bathtubs, as well as dedicated dressing rooms,each with bespoke joinery. The fourth bedroom also enjoys a private ensuite and tailored storage, completing the floor.
The second floor of Byron Drive continues the home’s atmosphere of balance and composure, accommodating the remaining three bedrooms, each generously scaled and thoughtfully detailed. Every room features its own private ensuite bathroom with freestanding bathtub, alongside bespoke fitted wardrobes and ample eaves storage, combining elegance with everyday functionality. This level also includes a well-appointed utility room, discreetly positioned toward the front of the home and complemented by additional eaves storage.
In addition to the immaculate interiors of Byron Drive, the property maintains modern comfort with central heating and cooling, underfloor heating in all tiled floor rooms, and a host of recent upgrades such as a new roof with a 20-year guarantee, new window glazing, energy-efficient LED lighting and an enhanced security gate, that ensures peace of mind.
Byron Drive enjoys exceptional proximity to the green expanses of Kenwood House and Hampstead Heath, offering access to scenic walking trails, open-air swimming ponds, and a wealth of cultural and wellness pursuits. Close by East Finchley and Highgate Underground stations offer swift connections across the capital, with renowned local schools, including Kerem School and Highgate Primary nearby, as well as the charming boutiques and cafes of Highgate Village. Combining the serenity of North London’s finest natural surroundings with effortless access to cosmopolitan amenities.
Richard Saltmer, Group Managing Director of Dexters says: “Byron Drive is one of those homes that truly stands apart, it’s the first time in twenty-five years that this residence has been available, which underlines just how rarely properties of this calibre come to market. Set within a discreet, gated cul-de-sac, it offers an exceptional sense of privacy and security, complemented by remarkable interior space and proximity to Bishops Avenue, Kenwood House and Hampstead Heath. The property offers palatial interior design with substantial living accommodation, an ideal opportunity for a family to make it their own”.
Byron Drive is offered for sale at an asking price of £9,500,000.