Before founding the first Tate gallery in 1897 (now known as Tate Britain), Sir Henry Tate hung his collection of (then) contemporary British art in a spectacular double-height Grade II*-listed former billiard room, beneath an enormous original skylight, at his home — an 1835 mansion by Streatham Common on what is now known as Henry Tate Mews (formerly Park Hill).
Currently on the market via Hamptons at an asking price of £1.8 million, the property has eclectic, grand interiors, with the decorative billiard room taking centre stage, with its double-heigh room, mezzanine floor reached via a spiral staircase and decorative ceiling cornices.
In total, the accommodation spans to 3,400 sq ft of living space in a privately owned estate at the top of Streatham Common.
The private gated development’s six communal acres include a listed folly, grotto and orchard and No 12 itself was beautifully redeveloped in 2000; it has five double bedrooms, three en suite, two private terraces and a very smart kitchen/breakfast room.
Henry Tate Mews is currently for sale for £1.8 million via Hamptons — see more pictures, or enquire with the agent for further details.
Streatham Common: What you need to know
Location: In South London, in the borough of Lambeth. Streatham station is less than a mile from the property, which offers services to London Blackfriars in approximately 20 minutes.
Atmosphere: The property itself it set amongst six acres of private landscaped gardens, and offers a peaceful environment amongst city living.
Things to do: Enjoy walks around Streatham Common and through The Rookery, or take a short journey into the centre of the capital for theatres, restaurants, museums and bars.
Schools: There are a number of well-regarded schools in the area including St. Andrews, Julians School, Immanuel & St Andrews and Dunraven Secondary School.
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