Waterfront homes in London – the best property on the Thames

Many of the most famous, vibrant and exotic cities in the world are located on a waterfront including Sydney, Venice, New York and Rio. London is no exception and benefits from over 40 miles of water offering a luxury lifestyle to those who want it. It therefore comes as no surprise that riverside property comes at a premium and it is home to some of the most prestigious addresses in the city. 

Savills Waterfront team offer some of the finest opportunities in waterfront living and have some particularly unique opportunities for sale, perfect for those who want a city bolt hole combined with the luxury of the London waterfront lifestyle.

Of particular note is Oyster Pier, located within a short distance of the world renowned Chelsea and Kensington and host to 10 custom built residential barges hand selected from Holland and France. The first barge has now been completed and is for sale with our waterfront team. 

A world away from your average house boat, buyers have the option to custom build their barge to the highest specification creating a bespoke home right on the riverside with generous deck space, allowing residents a unique outdoor space of their own. 

Internally they offer up to 2,300 sq ft of living space and allow the purchaser complete freedom to design it in a variety of different layouts and styles. Oyster Pier also enjoys the additional benefit of having full access to the facilities and services offered by the neighbouring 5* Hotel Rafael and Spa making these investments the height of waterside luxury.

Furthermore, the mooring is included in the price of this unique home which remains yours for 115 years, something of a rarity in London where most residential moorings have to be renewed every two years. Another advantage is that stamp duty only has to be paid on the price of the mooring rather than the total price of the boat and mooring combined.

If you're looking for something slightly less quirky but still at the height of luxury, Riverside One in Battersea have an apartment with spectacular views over Chelsea, Kensington and Knightsbridge, designed by world renowned architects Foster and Partners. 

The property is close to the beautiful Battersea Park, with its lovely gardens and sporting facilities, while also only a few minutes from The Kings Road and the heart of Chelsea. On the 6th floor, this exclusive and discreet apartment is one of just 25 units of which only 3 share this space and view. For further information please contact the waterfront team or our Battersea office.

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