The Long Lane office of Frank Harris and Company estate agents have an elegant and beautifully proportioned three-bedroom duplex apartment in one of the City’s oldest and architecturally most interesting buildings.
The property is located in Great Tower Street, at the heart of the City of London, an area steeped in history. Writes Group Director Tina Evans: “Samuel Pepys observed the Great Fire of London from what was then called Tower Street.
“He refers in his diary to observing “the saddest sight of destruction that I ever saw” from the steeple of All Hallows Church. In fact, the tower of All Hallows is the only recognisable structure remaining in the street from that time.
“In the 17th Century, Great Tower Street was the home of Mr Lloyd’s original coffee shop. It was customary for ship’s captains and owners to meet there to get the latest shipping news. This was the start of Lloyds of London.”
Built in the architectural style of the 17th Century, this Grade ll listed red brick and Portland dressed stone building is a reminder of how the street would have looked when it consisted of fine residential properties.
Tina adds: “Great Tower Street is still making history today. In 2012, the road will form part of the Olympic Marathon route. Just minutes away from The Thames and close to some of London’s most famous landmarks including the Tower of London and Tower Bridge close by, this is an opportunity to enjoy City living at its finest.”
The property is on the market at £950,000. Click here for more information or contact Tina via tinaevans@frankharris.co.uk or call 020 7600 7000.
Property for sale, Great Tower Street, London
