Aberconway House

Aberconway House

Aberconway House is a historic townhouse located at 38 South Street in Mayfair, City of Westminster, London. The building is noted for its Georgian-style architectural elements, including traditional timber sash windows, and has been described as one of the area’s significant luxury residences.[1][2]

Location

Aberconway House stands at 38 South Street, London W1K 1DJ, within the district of Mayfair. The area forms part of the City of Westminster and is known for historic buildings and high-value residential properties.[3]

History

A historic photograph of Aberconway House is held by the People's Collection Wales, showing its early appearance and its association with the McLaren family, holders of the title Baron Aberconway.[4]

Architecture

The house spans approximately 22,788 square feet across six floors.[1] It includes spacious reception rooms, multiple bedrooms and staff accommodation.[5] A defining feature of the property is its timber Georgian sash windows, which contribute to its period character and architectural significance.[2]

Recent sale

In 2021, Aberconway House was reported to have been sold for approximately £138 million. The buyer was Adar Poonawalla, CEO of the Serum Institute of India.[6] The sale was regarded as one of the largest residential transactions in London at the time and highlighted Mayfair’s continued appeal for international buyers.[7] According to reports, the house is intended for use as a family base during visits to London.[8]

Significance

Aberconway House has been cited as an example of a large historic residence that combines period architecture with a high-profile modern market value. Its original design features, including the sash windows, contribute to its heritage status and its position within Mayfair’s collection of notable townhouses.[2][1]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b c "Aberconway House". Buildington. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  2. ^ a b c "Iconic Georgian Sash Windows Highlight London's Most Expensive House". Colin’s Sash Windows. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  3. ^ "Aberconway House". AroundUs. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  4. ^ "Aberconway House Photograph". People's Collection Wales. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  5. ^ "Inside the Mayfair townhouse set to be bought for £138 million by Indian vaccine tycoon Adar Poonawalla". Tatler. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  6. ^ "Mayfair Mansion Sold for £138 Million to Vaccine Prince". Mayfair London. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  7. ^ "The Remarkable Sale of Aberconway House: A Testament to London's Luxury Property Market". The Global 1. Retrieved 16 July 2025.
  8. ^ "Aberconway House: The London Mansion Making Headlines". Hub and Oak. Retrieved 16 July 2025.

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