Beechwood House

Beechwood House is a large detached residence on Hampstead Lane in Highgate featuring classical Regency design elements and elaborate Victorian architectural details. The property sits on spacious grounds with mature forest trees, azalea plantings, and rhododendron gardens creating a leafy setting within the neighborhood.

The house was built in 1840 by architect George Basevi for his brother Nathaniel, showcasing Regency design characteristics. Over the following years, ownership changed several times as the property attracted prominent international figures.

Multiple notable figures owned the property, including politicians Lewis McIver and Oswald Lewis, King Khalid of Saudi Arabia, and Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.

The estate is visible from the public road but remains private and is not open to visitors. The best view is from Hampstead Lane itself, where you can see the facade and gates from the street.

The house was listed for sale in 2007 at £65 million, making it London's costliest residential property at that time. This price reflects the exceptional demand for large estates in Highgate's prestigious location.

Location: London Borough of Camden

Inception: 1840

Architects: George Basevi

GPS coordinates: 51.57113,-0.15485

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:31