Luxury Real Estate Agency St John's Wood

Quintessentially Estates – London Property in St John’s Wood

Quintessentially Estates is an award-winning global real estate group – specialising in the buying, selling, renting and management of luxury properties worldwide and in one of London’s most exclusive, internationally-renowned boroughs – St John’s Wood, NW8.  

Our team is always professional and put our customers at the centre of our services. As well as being experienced in prime property, we also know the area of St John’s Wood inside out, putting us in an excellent position to help our clients find their dream home.  

We go further than just offering luxury properties for rent and sale; we bring together our refined real estate skills, our exceptional customer service and comprehensive local knowledge to provide our clients with their ultimate lifestyle. We are dedicated to putting our clients at the heart of what we do. 

We’ve worked with private individuals and large corporates in selling, buying and renting London’s prime property and internationally. Supported by the Quintessentially Group, our local teams of friendly, knowledgeable and discreet professionals have access to outstanding properties, from fabulous apartments and sprawling estates, as well as discerning buyers and sellers looking for their next home or financial investment, across the world. 

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Expert knowledge and integrity

Our specialist property experts in St John’s Wood have created an enviable reputation in helping find the perfect buyer or tenant for our vendors or sourcing the home of a lifetime both on and off-market. Our in-depth expertise and knowledge of the property market, and the local area, is second to none. Whether you’re relocating to the UK, moving to new home or looking for a tenant for your property, we have access to the right connections to make your dreams come true. 

As a leading real estate agent in St John’s Wood, London, we collaborate closely with our clients to fully understand, and anticipate, their specific requirements. Using our expertise and local knowledge, we will target your preferred areas, seeking out the perfect property that reaches your ambitions. Through our trusted network of contacts, our team will shortlist a selection of inspirational luxury properties, both on and off-market, that truly match your lifestyle, investment and financial needs. 

A partnership that works

As reputable, trustworthy independent agency in exclusive, high-end locations in central London, we know how important it is to our clients that integrity, discretion, honesty and professionalism is maintained at all times. 

Every person within the Quintessentially Estates team is committed to providing a service that is specifically designed to ensure the entire selling or letting process is as stress-free and transparent as it can be. From our initial valuation of your property through to completion and after-sales care, we manage the entire process for you. 

Our specialised boutique tenant finding and letting agents service allows us to search around the globe in sourcing the most ideal tenant or best prime property. But we go further than just sourcing tenants and properties; we negotiate a rate that is acceptable to all parties, too, and guide you throughout the entire process until we hand over the keys to your new home. 

Together with our bespoke property management services for luxury properties throughout London tailored to your exact requirements, you can be confident that every eventuality is covered by our in-house team. From vacant inspections and key holding through to ongoing maintenance and cleaning services, we have the right connections to manage anything you or your tenant may need.  

Discover why St John’s Wood, London will make an excellent investment and how Quintessentially Estates can help you. 

About St John’s Wood

Where is St John’s Wood? It is a prestigious, affluent yet family-friendly, quiet area that is one of the most sought-after addresses in London. Most notable for being home to Lord’s Cricket Ground and world-famous Abbey Road Studios due to its iconic association with The Beatles, it is also a haven for well-known celebrity names, including actors Bill Nighy, Damian Lewis and Ewan McGregor, musicians Keith Richards and Sir Paul McCartney, model Kate Moss and comedian Mel Smith. St John’s Wood has even grabbed the attention of Tom Cruise.   

This artistic and charming enclave in London boasts tree-lined streets protecting huge, detached mansions – a rarity in London – that offer wonderfully easy going, family-oriented community village feel. So, what are the shopping options in St John’s Wood? Well, you are never too far away from a sensational bakery or delicatessen, a thriving coffee shop or bar, a restaurant of excellent repute and delicious cuisine, independent boutiques or excellent schools and tube stations on the High Street or Maida Vale into West London and North West London.  

Bound by Hampstead Heath and Swiss Cottage to the north, Primrose Hill and Regent’s Park are to the east, with Maida Vale and Kilburn Park to the west and Lisson Grove is south. If you’re looking for endless rows of boutiques or a busy nightlife, St John’s Wood is not for you. But if family time and plenty of green, open space around you is more important, this is the area in which to settle. St John’s Wood is certainly a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of London and the City. 

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Residential Lettings in St John’s Wood

As a highly regarded, affluent part of North London, St John’s Wood is blessed with some of the most luxurious properties in the area, with houses in Avenue Road and Swiss Cottage often commanding some of the highest property prices in the UK. Many of the properties for sale in St John’s Wood are of beautiful early Victorian and Georgian terraces, Regency mansions as well as villa style detached homes and town houses, which are blended with more modern, impressive properties, luxury portered apartments retaining an abundance of period features and even purpose-built blocks of flats. With such an eclectic mix of styles in the area, you’ll be spoilt for choice. 

St John’s Wood is often overlooked but the area exudes tranquillity and plenty of personality, with a range of chic boutiques and quintessential shops of the main roads, it is an area favoured by professionals, artists, the busy retired and families alike. With many properties enjoying breath taking views over the green landscapes of Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill combined with a peaceful, relaxed atmosphere, you’d be forgiven for thinking you weren’t in London at all.  

Whether you are renting or selling a property in St John’s Wood, or wanting to move to this sought-after area, partnering with a premier St John’s Wood estate agent that truly understands your needs exactly and knows the area well is important. Our property experts at Quintessentially Estates have years of experience in sourcing, selling and renting properties discreetly for today’s discerning buyers and sellers. 

Schools and education in St John’s Wood

Being a family-oriented community, St John’s Wood boasts a wealth of excellent nursery, primary and secondary schools all within easy reach. A mixture of private, independent and public, many of the schools are steeped in history in the area and are considered among the best in London.  

Three of the most popular independent schools are Arnold House School, which is boys only school and the largest of the three, Abercorn school and Saint Christina’s School. Devonport High School for Boys is the number one ranked school in St John’s Wood, with Devonport High School for Girls ranking second. Plymouth College and Plymouth High School for Girls are in third and fourth positions, while the Sir John Hunt Community Sports College, a foundation school, fills the number five spot.  

Primary schools of note include Robinsfield Infant School, George Eliot Primary School, Gateway Academy and Barrow Hill Junior School. The Portman Early Childhood Centre has an excellent reputation for early years education, while Harris Academy is a sponsor-led Academy school.  

From an international point of view, The American School in London is well-known. It is located in the heart of St John’s Wood and caters for one of the largest American expat communities in the UK’s capital. Other nearby international schools include L’Ecole International Franco-Anglaise School in Marylebone, French Lycée in South Kensington, Hill House School in Knightsbridge, International Community School (ICS) in Marylebone and Paddington, as well as Southbank International School in Hampstead, Kensington and Westminster.  

Transport links in St John’s Wood

Let’s consider how St John’s Wood is connected by public transport. Although a quiet, leafy suburb surrounded by plenty of green open spaces and family-oriented community, central London is only a short distance away. Transport links and the surrounding area are superb, offering plenty of different options by bus, tube, train, taxis and even walking. The bus and tube are the most popular modes of transport, both taking around 10 minutes. There are a taxis available but they are often expensive or if you enjoy walking, allow around half an hour. 

Metroline Travel operate the bus services from Cavendish Avenue, with various pick-up points throughout St John’s Wood, ending at Bishop’s Bridge Paddington Station. The run every 15 minutes. Alternatively, London United run bus routes every 15 minutes from St John’s Wood Station to Victoria Station. Bus stations are located in Queen’s Grove, Grove End Road, at Lord’s Cricket Ground and at Abbey Road Studios. Regular bus routes also link St John’s Wood with Chesham, Golders Green, Kilburn Park, Wood Park, Hampstead Heath and Kingsbury/West Hendon.  

There are two tube stations in St John’s Wood with a short journey time of around 5 minutes into central London; one at Swiss Cottage and the other is St John’s Wood station on the High Street, both of which are on the Jubilee line. Nearby Maida Vale is also a tube station on the Bakerloo line with Little Venice connecting with the Warwick Avenue tube connection. Regent’s Park and Hampstead Heath tube stations are also on the Bakerloo line, connecting with the Northern line as well as the Circle and District line. 

Property for sale in St John’s Wood, NW8

A popular question when looking for a property in London is, what types of properties are available in St John’s Wood? When considering this a highly prestigious, affluent and sought-after residential area in London, we’re pleased to tell you that it is home to some of the most beautiful, luxury properties. Leafy, tree-lined suburbs complement magnificent, historic architecture and grand mansions with showcase gardens, elegant townhouses and period cottages, modern and contemporary homes and stunning apartments.  

Many of the properties were designed and developed in the 19th century, creating large family homes, imposing Georgian and Edwardian villas and luxury penthouse apartments. St John’s Wood attracts professionals and families alike from around the world, drawn to a close-knit family-oriented community. Over the past few years, exclusive new developments now offer more choice in luxury apartments and penthouses.  

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Luxury houses in St John’s Wood

From Maida Vale to Lisson Grove, charming Little Venice to West Hampstead, Kilburn Park to Marylebone, Swiss Cottage to Queens Park, there is a superb selection of luxury houses for sale in St John’s Wood. The most luxurious grand homes are found in the Swiss Cottage district, along Avenue Road, as well as nearby to Abbey Road Studios. 

So, what are the features of properties in St John’s Wood? Well, beautiful Kelly Hoppen-designed interiors that bring out the best in fabulous period features blend in with gated residential developments, home to bright and spacious apartments with fabulous views. Elegant Grade II listed townhouses line St John’s Wood Terrace while on Elm Tree Road there are striking family homes with cottage-style gardens and garages. There really is a luxury home in St John’s Wood for everyone.  

Why Quintessentially Estates?

What makes us stand out from other real estate agents is our superior knowledge of the luxury property market and the area, our excellent service that puts our customers at the heart of what we do and more than 16 years’ experience in buying, selling, renting and managing prime property on behalf of our clients’, not just in the UK’s capital city but across the world, too. 

Across the Quintessentially Group, we have gathered immense knowledge of London’s prime property market, and respective local areas, ensuring we provide an outstanding, professional service at all times. Whether it’s conducting a sales or rental valuation or selling your home discreetly off-market, sourcing a property to let in London or St Tropez, searching for the perfect family property in your favourite London square or providing a specialist luxury property management service, our professional, friendly and helpful team are dedicated to making sure you are at the centre of everything we do. 

What we offer our clients

Quintessentially Estates is your go-to St John’s Wood estate agents in central London that offer our discerning clients high quality services and professional advice on everything property related. Are you looking to sell or let your property in St John’s Wood? Do you want to buy an exclusive apartment with breath taking views over Regent’s Park, a period family home sitting in a tree lined avenue or even an elegant and grand mansion? Our well-regarded, professional team at Quintessentially Estates has the knowledge and resources to make your dreams come true.

• We take the time to fully understand what your requirements are now and in the future, targeting your specific search areas and types of property, to find a home you can fall in love with.
• We’ll put together a shortlist of luxury properties, both on and off-market, that match your requirements as closely as possible for your consideration.
• We provide a sales service that’s specifically designed to take away any stress and uncertainty associated with selling your home.
• Our expert, knowledgeable teams will showcase your property to its very best and manage the entire sales process on your behalf, from valuation through to completion and beyond.
• Our specialised international boutique tenant finding and letting agents service has access to worldwide connections to find tenants the most suitable properties, and landlords the perfect tenant.
• We negotiate the best possible sales price or rental rate on behalf of our clients, ensuring parties are happy with the outcome.
• We offer a comprehensive luxury property management service that covers every possible eventuality, giving the ultimate in peace of mind and confidence in our ability.
• We are supported by the Quintessentially Group with a network that extends beyond many other luxury estate agents in London.

Whether it’s your main home or second residence, property investment or rental, make Quintessentially Estates the first people you call for all your property needs.

Quintessentially Estates is a high-end luxury real estate agency, committed to delivering the best services worldwide for our clients. We have access to some of the most exceptional properties in the area and combined with our immense knowledge of luxury property in St John’s Wood, we are confident we will not only meet but exceed all your buying, selling, renting and property management needs.

Call us on +44 (0) 207 201 0700 or send us a message at info@quintessentiallyestates.com to start your real estate journey with Quintessentially Estates. Let us guide you every step of the way on your property journey as we show you this special area of London and its wonderful luxury homes.

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