Inside 6 Charles Street: The Mayfair development once home to philosopher John Ruskin
This historic home has been transformed into 11 high-end apartments offering chic PCL living
Elegant, chic, and steeped in history, Mayfair’s latest luxury development, 6 Charles Street comes to market this month, offering nine one- to three-bedroom apartments, a private townhouse and a duplex penthouse with private roof terrace. Following a successful off-market sales period, where the development broke the £5,000 per square foot barrier with the sale of a £9 million apartment, the first residents are set to move in this summer.
The striking, Italianate style townhouse, which was originally built in 1849 and has been owned and occupied by notable figure including John Ruskin and Josiah Wedgwood, has now been lovingly brought back to life by the 1508 London interior design studio and MSMR Architects. Among the highlights is the impressive yet tranquil penthouse, which enjoys a spacious living area, spiral feature staircase and its own private roof terrace – a rarity in prime central London. Elsewhere, each apartment has been thoughtfully curated, taking inspiration from the local heritage, history, and surrounds, embracing a timeless mix of classic and contemporary flourishes.
Period Georgian cornicing, vast floor-to-ceiling windows, panelled walls, and herringbone timber flooring stands out against modern, statement stone portals and linear joinery, while plush, tactile textures and clever palette combinations bring the spaces to life. Dashes of regal jewel tones in greens, oranges and blues, set against fresh, neutral background hues, just add to the grandeur. Bathrooms feature natural marble and bespoke vanity units, creating a soothing and restful space to unwind and relax at the end of the day.
With some apartments boasting generous ceiling heights of up to four metres, the sense of space, fluidity and stateliness is unmatched. Proudly flying the flag for British heritage brands, the development is a fine example of the capital’s grand architecture and style. In collaboration with boutique development brand REDD, 6 Charles Street promises 24/7 concierge service and top-drawer design.
With an internationally notable postcode, situated on the corner of Berkeley Square, 6 Charles Street affords its residents easy access to Mayfair’s world-class galleries, restaurants, shopping, bars and beautiful outdoor spaces. Accessible via the immaculate 6 Charles Street entrance, the three-bedroom townhouse also has a discreet private entrance on Hays Mews with its own parking.
Rob Windsor, director and co-founder of Clifton Property Partners comments: “With so much happening in the immediate vicinity, including Blackstone’s flagship development at the southern end of Berkeley Square, and Chanel moving into its new headquarters at 38 Berkeley Square, 6 Charles Street will sit at the very heart of the next chapter of Mayfair’s oldest quarter.”
Paul Finch, new homes director at Beauchamp Estates, adds: “6 Charles Street represents the pinnacle of luxury living in the heart of Mayfair, offering residents a rare combination of historic charm and contemporary elegance. This development is a true masterpiece.”
One-bedroom apartments from £2,450,000, visit 6charlesstreet.com
