Homes Along The Boat Race Route
The annual Oxford vs Cambridge rowing race will see the prestigious universities battling it out for ownership of the cup.
The course route stretches between Putney and Mortlake in south west London, and is 6.8km long. This route was first used for The Boat Race in 1845, and the races are rowed upstream, but timed to start on the incoming “flood” tide, so the crews are rowing with the fastest possible current. The Boat Race takes place on Sunday 7 April 2019, with The Women’s Boat Race beginning at 2:13pm, and The Men’s Boat Race starting at 3:10pm.
There are some great spots for spectators to watch the race along the Thames bankside, but there are several new developments in prime viewing positions, giving residents the best, uninterrupted views in south London…
Boat Race House (Sheikh Holdings and Ashbury & Bloom)
Putting residents in pole position for the final stretch of the Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race, Boat Race House is a boutique collection of 16 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments overlooking the race’s finishing line. For sale through Featherstone Leigh, the luxury apartments on the banks of the Thames in Mortlake offer residents an unbeatable vantage during the race. A rowing theme runs through the development, with race memorabilia decorating the communal entrance hall, and nautical colours inspiring the interior design.
Part of the joint venture between Sheikh Holdings and Ashbury & Bloom are two luxurious penthouse apartments, each occupying half of the top floor. Each apartment features an expansive open-plan living room with terrace overlooking the Thames, whilst master bedrooms feature walk-in wardrobes and sleek en-suite bathrooms.
Malcolm Hall, Manager of Land and New Homes at Featherstone Leigh, comments: “Opportunities to live on the finishing line of such a prestigious sporting event do not come around often, yet what makes Boat Race House so special is its star attraction all year round. The exemplar finish and superb Thames positioning make these homes far more than a gimmick for race day; in contrast to the pandemonium of the race, the riverside setting is a beautifully tranquil place the rest of the year. Boat Race House is an ideal balance for residents who want a peaceful home on the Thames, but enjoy getting in on the action every so often.”
Boat Race House is conveniently positioned moments from Mortlake High Street, where a row of shops, cafes and restaurants provide all the necessities. A five-minute drive away, picturesque Richmond Village has a wide variety of high-street outlets and numerous green spaces, such as Richmond Park and Kew Gardens. Meanwhile, having the Thames on your doorstep provides a scenic exercise space enabling residents inspired by the Boat Race to take up rowing themselves.
Mortlake station is under 10 minutes by foot, where trains to Waterloo take 23 minutes. Residents can also take the Thames Clipper directly to Canary Wharf, whilst Heathrow Airport is just 13 miles away.
Prices start from £485,000.
Contact Featherstone Leigh Sheen on 020 8876 4567
Fulham Reach (St George)
Located on one of the most dramatic stretches of the river with views across to Hammersmith Bridge and beyond, Fulham Reach is an award-winning development. The development is currently made up of three phases, the Faulkner House Penthouse Collection, Henley Apartments and Fairfax House. Fulham Reach has excellent transport links, just a few minutes walk from Hammersmith underground station. Residents will be able to enjoy entertainment facilities such as a snooker room and virtual golf, as well as indulge at The Tamesis Club which features an impressive pool, steam room, Jacuzzi and gym.
Price: From £800,000.
Bishops Row (Octagon)
Just a few minutes walk from the river, at a prime location in Fulham is Bishops Row, a luxurious development of just nine new homes from Octagon. Designed for family living, The properties are between 4,375 – 6,150 sq ft, and offer versatile and flexible accommodation arranged over five floors. The generous living space includes four formal reception rooms, as well as a gym and TV den / cinema room, which leads onto a covered courtyard garden with a “walk on” glass ceiling. These leisure spaces on the lower ground floor could have flexible uses to suit individual requirements.
The homes have west-facing balconies with stunning views of the river, and two of the properties have roof terraces. The townhouses range from 4,375 to 6,150 sq ft and are either four- or five-bedroom properties with four reception rooms and private walled gardens.
Price: From £3.5m
Find out more about Bishops Row by Octagon