Situated on one of Hyde Park Estate’s largest private garden squares, Gloucester Square is an elegant newly redeveloped freehold townhouse; formerly the Dominican Republic Embassy, it has since undergone a bespoke transformation now offering 4,410 sq. ft of meticulously crafted living space, an exceptional contemporary home in one of London’s most sought-after residential areas, available with Dexters for £10 million.
The design-led turnkey property has seen a total reimagining from its past diplomatic duties, where it served as the UK Embassy for the Dominican Republic from 2016 to 2021, hosting diplomats and distinguished guests including Boris Johnson, the then-UK Foreign Secretary. The Dominican Republic’s popularity is rapidly growing and in 2023 it was the most popular tourist destination in the Caribbean, with over 180,000 British Nationals visiting, an increase of over 10,000 to the previous year. Over 1,400 British Nationals own a home in the Dominican Republic, drawn to the tropical climate, lush sandy beaches, and diverse mountainous landscapes.
Originally constructed in 1843 in a prominent corner position of the square, Gloucester Square was rebuilt in 1938 by TP Bennett & Sons, today the townhouse offers bespoke joinery, high ceilings, generous proportions and immaculate interior design throughout. The home comprises of six bedrooms, five bathrooms, a self-contained apartment flexible for guest or staff accommodation, passenger lift to all floors, gym / media room and roof terrace. In addition, residents can access Gloucester Square’s exclusive resident-only 1.6-acre landscaped communal garden just north of Hyde Park.
Upon entering the home, an inviting formal dining room can be found at the front of the residence, with an adjacent chef’s kitchen complete with Gaggenau appliances, perfect for hosting dinner parties. The entire rear of the ground floor is occupied by a large open plan family lounge and kitchen space with parquet flooring, spanning 27 feet with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the square. The sleek kitchen has striking tonal cabinetry complemented by a dramatic dark marble island, with state-of-the-art Gaggenau appliances and wine fridge. Also found on the ground floor is a guest WC and centrally located passenger lift making all floors easily accessible.
On the lower ground floor is a self-contained apartment offering flexible space for guest or staff accommodation, with a comfortably sized bedroom and ensuite bathroom, adjoining open plan kitchen and lounge space, and access to the back patio of the property. The lower ground floor also houses a spacious home gym / media room, with a feature wall of wood panels inlay with LED lighting and large mirror. There is a utility room, guest WC, boiler access, and access to the patio at the front of the home.
On the first floor, the former embassy office space has been transformed into a grand main reception room that spans the width of the home and opens onto a private balcony overlooking the gardens. To one end, a contemporary monochrome marble fireplace and cosy seating area offers quiet sanctuary: to the other, a bespoke media wall and plush seating invite relaxation.
Also on this floor is the chic principal bedroom suite enjoying south facing views over the square. Pocket doors lead to a substantial walk-in dressing room and en suite bathroom with freestanding bathtub.
The second floor has been thoughtfully arranged to suit modern family living, featuring four generously proportioned bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms. Each room benefits from bespoke wardrobes offering plentiful storage and a balanced layout ideal for everyday life and comfortable family living.
The top floor of the residence is currently used as a home office but could offer a large seventh bedroom. It boasts a sweeping vaulted ceiling with access to the rear facing rooftop terrace overlooking the neighbourhood. A bathroom and two storage cupboards are also housed on the top floor of the home.
As well as being presented to the highest standard, additional features of the property include air conditioning throughout, underfloor heating, and Alexa-controlled smart home technology. The property is just moments from the green spaces of Hyde Park, Paddington Station and Connaught Village.
Richard Saltmer, Group Managing Director at Dexters, says: “This exceptional Gloucester Square townhouse offers an extraordinary setting just moments from one of London’s finest leisure grounds, Hyde Park. The homes’ location set in the heart of one of the London’s most coveted neighbourhoods, offers access to a beautifully maintained private community garden, close proximity to top-rated schools and a thoughtfully designed layout ideal for modern family living. The property has undergone a comprehensive design-led transformation and is presented in immaculate turnkey condition, ready for a buyer to move in”.
Gloucester Square is for sale for £10,000,000 (freehold). For further information please contact, Dexters on Tel: +44 (0)20 7313 360 or visit www.dexters.co.uk
