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HISTORY, HIDDEN GEMS, BEAUTIFUL PARKS & HOME TO SHERLOCK HOLMES

Nestled between London’s two largest Royal parks – Regents Park to the North and Hyde Park to the South, Marylebone is a stylish west end neighbourhood and architectural gem - effortlessly combining the international, cosmopolitan and urbane chic of a central London location with a gloriously picturesque and thriving village atmosphere - distinctively Parisian in both look and feel.

Where is Marylebone?

Marylebone is roughly bounded by Oxford Street to the south, Marylebone Road to the north, Edgware Road to the west and Great Portland Street to the east. A broader definition designates the historic area as Marylebone Village and encompasses neighbouring Regent's Park, Baker Street and the area immediately north of Marylebone Road, containing Marylebone Station, the original site of the Marylebone Cricket Club at Dorset Square, and the neighbourhood known as Lisson Grove as far as the border with St John's Wood. The area east of Great Portland Street up to Cleveland Street, known as Fitzrovia since the 1940s, is considered historically to be East Marylebone.Marylebone – past and presentThe name Marylebone – pronounced in a range of ways depending on who you ask – is derived from the name of an early 13th century church - St Mary-by-the-Tyburn - the Tyburn being a stream that once ran from Hampstead down through Marylebone and St James’ Park to the Thames. In the thirteenth century the language of the aristocracy was French, so St-Mary-by-the-Tyburn would have been St-Mary-a-le-Bourne (‘bourne’ being the French for a small stream) and from this we arrive at the name ‘Marylebone’ - as we know it today. Linguists continue to debate how Marylebone should be pronounced but popular pronunciations include Marley-bone (Mar-lee-bone); Mar-le-bon; Marry-le-bone; and Marry-le-bon.

Architecture

Most of the area we know today as Marylebone is owned, leasedand managed by the Howard de Walden and Portman Estates, whose aristocratic ancestors, back in the early 18th century, recognised the need for fashionable housing in this then suburb of London. As a result of the thoughtful development of the original owners and the skilful management of the current freeholder estates, Marylebone in the 21st century is one of London’s finest period architecture neighbourhoods, boasting: perfectly preserved Georgian houses; beautifully designed and manicured private residents’ garden squares; elegant Victorian terraces; and palatial mansion blocks.While most of these impressive period properties have now been converted into luxury flats there are still a handful of freehold houses remaining in all their original glory. And there are also some new developments of tastefully designed flats and mews houses coming to market. Though house values in Marylebone have risen steeply in recent years, surprisingly enough, prices here are still more affordable than neighbouring Knightsbridge.

Culture

Marylebone is rich in culture and every year thousands of tourists flock to its music and entertainment venues and the nearby Madame Tussauds. One of London’s most important and historic concert halls, Wigmore Hall, presents 450 musical performances annually. The Old Master paintings at The Wallace Collection are a must see for art enthusiasts, while theater lovers enjoy innovative events at The Cockpit.

Living in Marylebone

If you are planning a move to Marylebone, you’re in good company.This trendy part of London has been home to many famous faces over the years, and the history, style and charm of this part of London continues to draw in the world’s most glamorous residents. Many celebs have retained a home in Marylebone, while others have stayed but a short time in this fashionable postcode. Either way, there’s no denying that a house in Marylebone comes with some of the most enviable neighbours imaginable.

FOUR BEATLES, ONE ZEBRA CROSSING

St John’s Wood is one of the city’s most upmarket residential location in the heart of London, with elegant villa style housing and an attractive high street filled with boutiques. The neighborhood also has a strong multicultural presence.

Where is St John’s Wood?

St John's Wood is a district of northwest London, in the City of Westminster, and on the northwest side of Regent's Park. The places near St John’s Wood are Belsize Park (Northeast), Hampstead (North), Lisson Grove (South), Marylebone (South), Primrose Hill (East) and Regent’s Park (North). The nearest London Underground stations are St. John's Wood, Swiss Cottage—on the Jubilee line; Maida Vale, Marylebone Station and Warwick Avenue—on the Bakerloo line; and Baker Street on Bakerloo line, Jubilee line, Hammersmith & City line, Metropolitan line and Circle line. The nearest London Overground station is South Hampstead.

St Johns Wood Past-Present

St. John’s Wood was once part of the Great Forest of Middlesex. After the Reformation and the Dissolution of monastic orders, St John’s Wood became Crown land, and Henry VIII established Royal Hunting Grounds in what became known as Marylebone Park next to St John’s Wood. The area stayed in agricultural use until the end of the eighteenth century, when plans for residential development first appeared. The first London suburbs that was developed was a unique pattern of development and mainly planned with a large amount of low density, semi-detached villas, abandoning the familiar terraced house.Now St John’s Wood is known for its elegant villa style housing, beautiful views. It is now largely home to families, celebrities and professionals. The area also houses a significant American ex-pat community due to its proximity to the American School in London

Architecture

 St John’s Wood has a huge variety of properties available, that might suit your needs, like stylish, low-built villas and mansions with large gardens, apartment complexes with communal leisure facilities, bespoke, contemporary luxury houses, or un-modernised properties with huge development potential.

Culture

St John’s Wood is filled with a lot of adventure and culture that attracts thousands of tourists. You can climb the steep slopes of Primrose Hill and admire the panorama. The high street has retained a vibrant district shopping centre and is home to a variety of fine restaurants, cafes and trendy boutiques.

Living in St John’s Wood

Deciding to move to St John’s Wood will give you the chance to live in a peaceful and attractive place with beautiful views in the heart of London where you will see many famous faces and a lot of culture.