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London homes with a pint-sized castle in the back garden may be few and far between, but architectural flourishes that remind one of loftier digs are hardly in short supply across the capital.
Victorian former hospitals, grand schools and military barracks often boast turrets and crenelations, thanks to a largely 19th century predilection for medieval drama.
Converted churches are another source of stately features, from stained windows and Corinthian columns to great stone arches courtesy of Victorian engineering.
They say an Englishman’s home is his castle – here are ten homes that could tick the box for aspiring lords and ladies.
Wandsworth, SW18
£550,000
A spacious, split-level one-bedroom flat with a a wealth of interesting features, including a turret window and reclaimed church pews, in the Royal Victoria Patriotic Building.
Unique Property Company, 020 3987 1739
Woolwich, SE18
£435,000
A double-height one-bedroom apartment within a crenelated former military barracks next to Woolwich Common. Character highlights include a striking antique fireplace.
Unique Property Company, 020 3987 1739
Wimbledon, SW19
£1.4 million
This almost 2,000 square foot four-bedroom apartment sits on the third and top floors of a turreted gem overlooking the High Street. It’s a ten minute walk to the station.
Hawes & Co, 020 3873 8383
Tooting Bec, SW17
£700,000
A high-spec flat in a newly converted local landmark The 1840, set in eight-acre landscaped grounds. The highlight is the roof terrace among the castellations.
City & Country, 020 3907 2768
East Dulwich, SE22
£900,000
A split-level four-bedroom penthouse in a converted church, with striking arched windows, wood floors and almost five metre ceilings in the airy living space.
Dexters, 020 8742 4142
Dartmouth Park, N19
£1.5 million
A three-bedroom flat in an impressive church conversion. There’s a wealth of original features , plus practical extras like a south-facing garden and off-street parking.
Cavendish Parker, 020 7846 0846
Woolwich, SE18
£900,000
A huge five-bedroom apartment with a study and appealing walled garden in the listed Royal Military Academy. Perks include an on-site gym and allocated parking.
Conran Estates, 020 8293 0454
Wimbledon, SW19
£2 million
A two-bedroom, two-bathroom top floor flat in a truly one-of-a-kind Jacobean Manor, set in attractive shared gardens. From here it’s seconds to the edge of Wimbledon Common.
Savills, 020 3879 5174
Crouch End, N8
Crescent Road
£750,000
This two-bedroom garden flat is on the ground floor of a distinctive Victorian house with arched windows and a striking angled bay. It’s on the market without an onward chain.
Castles, 020 3893 8716
King’s Cross, NW1
£900,000
A two-bedroom flat in the iconic St Pancras Chambers, with a double-height reception room and mezzanine study area. Residents of the building can sign up for the spa and fitness centre.
