
Property of the Month: A contemporary mews house moments from Buckingham Palace
An historic three-bedroom mews house restored and ready to go, this regal property was once used by the prestigious Rubens Hotel – and has some very impressive Royal neighbours
A mere five-minute stroll from the iconic Buckingham Palace, as well as Buckingham Palace’s Royal Mews, neighbours don’t come better connected than at the newly restored and highly impressive 6 Buckingham Mews.
A rare opportunity to become part of the UK’s unique royal heritage, this historical, three-bedroom home was once owned by the prestigious Rubens Hotel, with the ground floor serving as valet parking, and the upper floor as additional residential accommodation. With a rich royal history dating back to the 1700s, and now family-run by the Red Carnation Hotel Collection (a favourite for debutantes attending royal events nearby), The Rubens is still in situ and a fabulous neighbour for those with refined tastes. The hotel famously serves the UK’s most expensive cup of tea – with a pot of its rare Golden Tips rumoured to set you back £500.

Having just been restored and refurbished to the very highest standard, the three-bed Buckingham Mews home, which is spread over three floors, has been totally transformed within, leaving only the original, highly sought-after bones intact. Maintaining its stunning and culturally significant original façade, the renovation has transformed the interior into a cosy and intimate luxury home offering 2,237 square feet of design-led living space.
While the exterior may be classic, the tech inside is anything but. Underfloor heating, air conditioning, a Lutron lighting system and top-of-the-line Gaggenau and Siemens appliances in the kitchen ensure the mews house is technically advanced, while the electric vehicle charger beside the private parking space out front is the perfect plot to park up and recharge. Add to that solar panels on the roof and an air source heat pump, and the property ticks plenty of sustainability boxes, too.

Designed by the esteemed family-run property development company GM London, and its sister company GM Developments, each element has a personal touch. Interiors by Perring Design have been thoughtfully curated to reflect the royal surroundings: light and bright, fashionable yet classic, this is understated luxury as its finest.
While a giant skylight fills the landing with light, the pared back palette of neutral shades, combined with a sweeping grand stairway and sleek glass and wooden fixtures, gives the home a sunny ambience, whatever the weather outside. Wide walkways, high ceilings and clever, glass panelled interior doors only add to the fluid feel, while built in shelving units from the study to the living room, bring cosiness and comfort.


The standout kitchen also boasts a Bora induction hob with a built-in extractor, and a Quooker boiling water tap, to make modern life that much smoother, while an integrated Sonos speaker system throughout has you set up to party throughout the open-plan living and entertaining space. Professionally dressed by Clark Design, this one-of-a-kind property is available to buy inclusive of all furniture and accessories: what you see is quite literally, what you get. Located within the Birdcage Walk conservation area, access to all the amenities of Westminster, Victoria, Belgravia, and St. James’ Park are also on your doorstep.
Glynn Gibb, regional director at John D Wood & Co. comments: “This historic mews house is a rare gem in the heart of London. The meticulous renovation has transformed it into a bright and versatile home, complete with tall ceilings, elegant interiors, and a striking curved staircase that serves as the centrepiece of the property. Every detail, from the bespoke finishes to the energy-efficient upgrades, has been carefully considered to enhance both functionality and luxury. Situated just moments from Buckingham Palace, this is an exceptional opportunity to own a unique piece of London’s history.”
6 Buckingham Mews is on the market for £5.5 million, visit johndwood.co.uk
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