Bentry Capital, a leading investor-developer, has acquired Branch Hill House, an Edwardian mansion in Hampstead Village, for £16.4 million.
The acquisition is part of their plan to develop “No.1 Hampstead,” a premium residential scheme featuring luxury apartments. The site, located off Branch Hill Road, spans 1.7 acres and includes a grand Edwardian Baroque mansion built in 1901. The mansion, designed initially by Ernest Flint and architect Henry Flitcroft for banking tycoon John Nivison, 1st Baron Glendyne, will be restored to its former glory.
The development will include around 50 one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, along with a standalone townhouse. The project will feature a new-build wing that echoes the Edwardian architecture, replacing a 1960s extension. The design will incorporate high ceilings, detailed cornicing, and large windows to provide ample natural light. The homes will be finished to a premium specification with state-of-the-art appliances.
Stanhope Gate Architecture, an award-winning architectural practice, will collaborate with Bentry Capital to revive the lapsed planning consent and enhance the unit mix. The construction will be managed by Bentry Capital’s in-house arm, Mellior Group, with a three-year build program.
The sales launch for No.1 Hampstead is anticipated in Q1 2028, with Savills appointed as the preferred agent. Branch Hill House has a rich history, with the first manor house on the site built in 1741. It has been home to notable figures such as Sir Thomas Clark, Fitton Gerard, and Sir Thomas Neave. The property was purchased by Camden London Borough Council in 1964 and operated as a care home until 2015.
Bentry Capital aims to return the mansion to its residential origins, creating a luxurious living environment in a prime Hampstead location.
David Ronson, national director of sales & marketing at Bentry Capital, stated, “Bentry Capital are pleased to have acquired Branch Hill House, a site that garnered strong interest from competing bidders. Once fully restored and extended, Branch Hill House will bring a grand Sandringham-style residence offering premium apartments to the Hampstead market. This will be one of the most exclusive residential schemes in the area, and we anticipate significant interest. “
Amarveer Singh Pannu, co-founder and director of Bentry Capital, expressed excitement about transforming the historic site into Hampstead’s finest premium residential development. The development is strategically located less than 500 meters from Hampstead Heath and close to Hampstead Underground Station, offering easy access across London. The area is known for its cultural offerings, including cafés, restaurants, boutique shops, and sought-after schools.
For more information, contact [email protected] or call +44 (0)203 137 0683. Visit www.bentry-capital.com for details on Bentry Capital.
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