5 bedroom terraced house for sale

A substantial five-bedroom townhouse with private garden and off-street parking for two cars, ideally positioned moments from Wimbledon Village, Wimbledon Common and the All England Lawn Tennis Club. Extending to approximately 1,800 sq ft and arranged over three floors, this house offers versatile and well-balanced family accommodation within one of Wimbledon’s most desirable residential settings. Built as part of an acclaimed mid-century development designed by the renowned architectural practice Building Design Partnership (BDP), the property forms part of an attractive terrace completed in the late 1960s. BDP, one of Britain's most influential architectural practices, is recognised for its significant contribution to modern British architecture and has a longstanding association with Wimbledon, including later work at the nearby All England Lawn Tennis Club. The house combines the clean architectural lines and generous proportions characteristic of the period with flexible modern family living. The ground floor comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading to a spacious kitchen and dining room, providing an ideal setting for both everyday family life and entertaining. The kitchen enjoys direct access to the private rear garden, creating an excellent flow between indoor and outdoor living spaces. A separate sitting and dining room provides an additional reception area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests, while a downstairs cloakroom completes the accommodation on this level. The first floor offers a particularly impressive reception room, flooded with natural light and providing exceptional flexibility as a principal family room, media room, playroom or home office. A further bedroom and family bathroom are also situated on this floor. The second floor accommodates four additional bedrooms together with further bathroom facilities, creating a well-considered layout ideally suited to modern family living, guest accommodation and home working requirements. To the front of the property, off-street parking for two vehicles provides a valuable practical benefit, while the private rear garden offers a peaceful outdoor space for entertaining, al fresco dining and family enjoyment. Architectural Heritage 39 Somerset Road forms part of a distinctive mid-century terrace spanning numbers 35-57 Somerset Road, designed by Building Design Partnership (BDP) and constructed between approximately 1966 and 1968. The development is recognised for its thoughtful modernist design, characterised by dark brick faades, staggered terraces and well-planned family accommodation. The wider estate forms part of an important period of post-war architectural development in Wimbledon and remains highly regarded by enthusiasts of mid-century design. Location Somerset Road enjoys an exceptional position between Wimbledon Village and Wimbledon Common, offering the best of both town and country living. Wimbledon Village's collection of independent boutiques, acclaimed restaurants, cafs and everyday amenities are within easy reach, while Wimbledon Common provides over 1,100 acres of open green space for walking, running, cycling and outdoor recreation. The property is also located close to the internationally renowned All England Lawn Tennis Club, home of The Championships, Wimbledon, placing residents at the heart of one of London's most prestigious and recognisable sporting communities. Excellent transport links are available from Wimbledon mainline and District Line station, providing convenient access to Central London and beyond, while the area is particularly well regarded for its excellent selection of both state and independent schools. Tenure: Freehold Council Band Tax: G Local Authority: Merton