Eaton Square lies at the heart of exclusive Belgravia, a superb and discreet location bordered by Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Buckingham Palace, Pimlico, and Hyde Park. Eaton Square is London’s prime residential garden square and provides the best of London: contemporary living in classical settings, with dedicated on-site support from Grosvenor.  It has a worldwide reputation as the best residential address in London. Leafy and residential, it is well served locally by superb amenities, restaurants and shopping in the neighbouring streets.

The square is in fact an elongated oblong, arranged around six private gardens. The imposing but elegant buildings are terraced in a classical style, with many pretty mews stretching behind the houses. They have period stucco façades, with pillars, balconies, black railings and walls washed in Magnolia gloss colour – all classical hallmarks of Belgravia.

Properties in Eaton Square are generously proportioned. Some houses remain undivided, but many have been converted into apartments, maisonettes or duplexes, the majority of which run laterally across the original frontages. They range from one bedroom contemporary homes to stunning four bedroom lateral conversions. Properties come complete with grand receptions, porterage and access to the Square’s splendid central gardens.

Behind the traditional façades of classical listed buildings, the interiors are elegant, contemporary and luxurious. Exacting specifications and attention to detail have delivered high-quality finishes with well-equipped kitchens, en-suite bathrooms and other amenities.

The square boasts an illustrious history. When King George IV decided to make Buckingham Palace his home, the King’s Road connected Buckingham Palace to Hampton Court, running through Eaton Square. The first block was laid out by Thomas Cubitt in 1827 and the houses of Eaton Square became the nearest to the King’s Court. Many famous people have lived here, reflecting its long-standing attraction and historical location. Blue plaques commemorate some of these residents, including Neville Chamberlain, Stanley Baldwin, George Peabody, the 1st Earl of Halifax, and Vivien Leigh.

EATON SQUARE GARDENS

The private communal gardens, reserved for exclusive use by residents, are a place to relax in and enjoy. The south central garden contains an all-weather tennis court, while another is reserved for dog walking.

In summer the gardens of Eaton Square are opened as part of the traditional London Gardens Open Day, which sees many of the capital’s private gardens made accessible to the public for a day.  The annual Residents’ Garden Party on the beautifully manicured lawns is an opportunity for that quintessential summer combination of sunshine, Champagne and classical music.

Click here to find out more about Eaton Square Gardens.

St PETER’S CHURCH

St Peter’s Church is a distinctive building on the east of Eaton Square. As well as a place of worship, it holds a series of classical music concerts in spring and autumn. The church also makes its excellent facilities available for a wide range of social, educational, charitable, cultural and commercial activities.

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www.lgfl.net/lgfl/leas/westminster/schools/st-peters-eaton-square/
www.eatonsquareconcerts.org.uk/

SHOPPING AND DINING

Eaton Square is close to some of London’s finest restaurants and retail streets. Just south of the square is Elizabeth Street, with fine food and fashion; also close by are Motcomb Street, home to high end retailers and salons, and Pimlico Road , renowned for its art, antique and interior design specialists. The local department stores are among the most famous in the world: Peter Jones just to the west on Sloane Square; Harrods and Harvey Nichols to the north west, in Knightsbridge.

Click here for a street view of Eaton Square.