“An elegant apartment block that exudes style and sophistication with the best of Kensington on its doorstep”

IVERNA COURTKENSINGTON W8

Iverna Court

Iverna Court

Since the 17th century, Kensington has been a primary residence of the British Royal Family. It has long had a reputation as an affl uent area, predominantly known for its grand Victorian properties and remains a highly sought after residential location today, with excellent transport facilities along with an array of top London restaurants, shops and green spaces. Iverna Court lies just off Kensington High Street off ering residents luxurious yet secure living conditions amidst this cosmopolitan heart of the Royal Borough.

Origins of Iverna Court

Kensington has always been seen as a village that ‘esteem’d a very good air’. It fi rst became fashionable in the 1680’s when King William and Queen Mary lived at Kensington Palace during the winter months to escape the polluted air of Westminster and enjoy a healthier way of life. In the 1690’s a number of houses, known as ‘The Terrace’ were built on what is now Kensington High Street, covering the present site of Iverna Court.

In 1893, The Terrace was purchased by a famous cheese monger called Jubal Webb for £170,000. Although the fi rst apartment buildings built in the 1860s were initially unpopular due to their association with the poor and disease, by the 1890s they were fi nally accepted by the middle classes as London nightlife became more respectable.

With this in mind, Jubal Webb set out to modernise this corner of Kensington, attracting the rich to move from houses in the suburbs into apartments in the city centre.

Designed by architects Boehmer and Gibbs, the preliminary layout of Iverna Court, originally called Iverna Mansions, consisted of red-brick Edwardian style mansion blocks with Queen Anne gables grouped around a square. This square was to provide ‘an artistic and uniform appearance’, with a fountain, stone garden and shrubbery in the centre.

Boehmer and Gibbs worked for an architectural practice called Archer and Green who designed some of the fi rst and boldest blocks of fl ats in London, which include Hyde Park Court, now the site of the 5* Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Boehmer and Gibbs eventually started their own architectural practice and soon became some of London’s most coveted builders responsible for a number of sought after Maida Vale Mansion blocks including the famous Ashworth Mansions on Elgin Avenue. Archer and Green were heavily infl uenced by the early French Renaissance and this is refl ected in Boehmer and Gibb’s work on Iverna Court. It has a distinctive European feel.

Kensington

Kensington became increasingly popular during the reign of Queen Victoria. When she was born in 1819, the population of Kensington was 12,000. It almost doubled during her childhood and in 1901, the year of her death, it had exceeded 176,000.

Archer and Green who designed some of the fi rst and boldest which include Hyde Park 5* Mandarin Oriental Hotel. eventually started their own soon became some of

London’s most coveted builders responsible for a number of sought after Maida Vale Mansion blocks including the famous Ashworth Mansions on Elgin Avenue. Archer and Green were heavily infl uenced by the early French Renaissance

refl ected in Boehmer and Gibb’s

on Iverna

The title ‘Royal’ in the ‘Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea’, is not only due to the Queen’s personal association with Kensington, but also the stone and stucco houses, churches, museums and other public buildings which arose during her reign and in fact still survive today. Some of these Kensington buildings may be amongst the grandest architectural monuments of the time with a vividness and strength unequalled anywhere else in the capital. Kensington is indeed the pinnacle of Victorian London.

Kensington High Street is one of West London’s most popular shopping streets, with upmarket shops and cafes serving a wealthy community. The area is well connected for public transport with tube stations on the High Street, Notting Hill, Gloucester Road and Earls Court. The surrounding neighbourhoods of Chelsea, Notting Hill and Knightsbridge all off er a range of high class shopping and dining experiences along with famous London bars and clubs.

The largely popular Whole Foods, an American health supermarket chain, opened its fi rst UK organic superstore on the High Street in 2007. It occupies the former premises of the classic and much loved department store Barkers, but has swiftly become an attraction of the area with its wide range of quality health foods such as regional cheeses, freshly prepared fi sh and handmade chocolates.

Kensington is also known for its Royal Neighbours. Kensington Palace is a Royal Residence set within the 350 beautiful acres of Kensington Gardens, originally part of Hyde Park. William III and Mary II bought the Jacobean mansion, originally known as Nottingham House, for their London home in 1689. Until the death of George II in 1760, it was the favourite dwelling of successive sovereigns.

Today, the Palace is the offi cial residence of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the State Rooms are now open to the public

where visitors can see the sites and learn the history. The Orangery, a palatial building set in the heart of Kensington Gardens, originally built for Queen Anne in 1704, is a favourite amongst visitors looking for an indulgent afternoon tea or an elegant lunch. It can also be hired for events.

Off ering culture and entertainment to the area, the Royal Albert Hall, facing onto Hyde Park, is a Grade I Listed multipurpose building hosting not only music concerts, but exhibitions, public meetings, scientifi c conversations and award ceremonies. It is a famous landmark attracting both visitors and locals alike. It forms the practical part of a national memorial to Prince Albert, the decorative part is the Albert Memorial, which can be found opposite in Kensington Gardens.

Renowned for its green spaces, Kensington is also home to Holland Park, the Royal Borough’s largest park. It fi rst opened in 1952 and is situated just off the High Street. It is considered by many to be London’s most romantic park due to its wooded walks, beautiful views and abundance of wild life such as peacocks and squirrels, and also the outdoor opera and dramatic performances which are staged during the summer months at the open-air theatre. The Design Museum is located at the entrance of the park and is due to be completed in 2016.

Prime Location, Ideal Living

Iverna Court is managed by Blenheims Estate and Asset Management,

a specialist property company with a wealth of experience in managing

established buildings. Blenheims maintains the building’s prestigious and

desirable reputation by outlining issues and standards such as pets, noise

and children, fl at alterations and fi re precautions to all residents.

The building prides itself in providing secure and safe living conditions

with 24 hour security surveillance in the common parts and restrictions

on contractors’ working hours. Whether it is a fi ve bedroom fl at you

own, or a two bedroom fl at you rent, all residents have access to the

many services and facilities. These include excellent porterage, lifts to all

fl oors, bicycle storage, extra storage space which can be rented, and an

‘Owners’ Committee’.

Perfectly located, just moments from Kensington High Street, Iverna

Court off ers residents an undeniably prestigious place of residence with

many facilities on its doorstep. The 8-storey mansion blocks, with views

over the city, present large lateral living spaces with high ceilings creating

an ideal, secure and quiet pied-a-terre or city home. The excellent

porterage and management of the building makes it not only the ideal

place for people from across the globe soaking up London life, but also

families who wish to bring up their children in a safe and comfortable

environment surrounded by culture and history.

Some of the fi nest schools are also within close vicinity, including the

excellent St Mary Abbots Primary School, Fox Primary School and

Ashbourne Independent School making W8 arguably one of the most

sought after postcodes in London. Furthermore Iverna Court is located

close to a choice of excellent medical healthcare facilities including the

Cromwell Hospital, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and various local

GP surgeries and dentists.

The Board meets regularly with the Managing Agents to discuss how

Iverna Court is run and gives residents the opportunity to raise any issues

or discuss any problems. Residents are kept fully informed with meeting

dates posted on the notice-boards in the foyers of the buildings.

The current tenants and owners of blocks 2-6 Iverna Court have

created their own Residents website which is used as a means to

communicate with each other and with the managing agents. This way

they can share news, arrange votes on issues, inform each other of

events in the area and book in meetings.

Properties in Iverna Court command particularly high prices for both

sales and lettings, proving their weight as solid long-term investments.

Bective Leslie Marsh can off er discreet and accurate advice on price,

when and how best to sell or let your property.

Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea

IVERNA COURT BLOCK INFORMATION

Iverna Court is managed by Blenheims Estate and Asset Management which is located on 15 Young Street, W8.

Tenure: All fl ats hold a Share of the Freehold with underlying 125 year leases which were granted on the 25th March 1984.

Flat Breakdown: Iverna Court has 90 fl ats in total, spread over 5 blocks.

Building Manager: Iverna Court has a full time Building Manager on site based in the basement of Block 5. The offi ce is open Monday-Friday between 9am and 5.30pm.

Porter: The Porter is situated at the front of the buildings to assist residents and control access to non residents.

Maintenance: There is a Maintenance Operative who carries out various maintenance duties around the estate.

Lifts: Each block of Iverna Court has a lift to all fl oors.

Service Charge: The annual service charge ranges between £8,000 and £14,000 per annum depending on the size of the fl at. A portion of the total annual collection is put towards major refurbishment project work. A programme is underway covering the refurbishment of the internal and external areas of the building and the mechanical and electrical systems. The service charge includes all costs of running the building including on-site costs, hot water to each fl at and buildings insurance.

Garden Square: Every fl at has a key to the garden square allowing access to the private garden.

Security: The buildings have an extensive CCTV monitoring and recording system with 18 cameras. In addition each fl at benefi ts from a video door entry system.

Alterations: Alterations within fl ats are strictly controlled. It is likely that a Licence would be required for any works within fl ats that go beyond straightforward redecoration including the movement of plumbing equipment, installation of wooden fl oors and changes to the internal layout.

Storage Facilities: There is a limited number of store rooms available for use by separate licence. There is currently a waiting list for these.

Refuse: Rubbish is collected outside the front door of each fl at at 7am every morning and is disposed of.

Parking: On street parking is available through RBKC on a residential permit or pay and display basis.

Pets Policy: The lease does not permit pets.

Letting: The fl ats can be let subject to approval through the Board, but sub-letting is not permitted.

LOCAL CONTACT INFORMATION Blenheims - Tel: 020 7368 4150Email: london@blenheims.co.uk

NURSERIESLittle Cherubs Nursery School- 0207 348 7365

Holland Park Pre-prep School and Day Nursery - 020 7602 9066

PRIMARY SCHOOLS St. Barnabus and St Philips School- 0207 9379599

Fox Primary School - 020 7727 7637 St. Mary Abbots Primary School- 020 7937 0740 Norland Place School - 020 7603 9103

Glendower Preparatory School - 020 7370 1927

SENIOR SCHOOLS

Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle- 020 7584 6322

Ashbourne Independent School- 020 7937 3858 The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School - 020 7603 8478

MEDICAL

Cromwell Hospital - 020 7460 5700

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital- 020 8746 8000

Royal Brompton Hospital - 020 7352 8121

Kensington Place Surgery- 020 7229 7111

Kensington Dental Practice- 020 7937 9097

LIBRARIES

Kensington Central Library- 020 7361 3010

Notting Hill Gate Library- 020 7361 3010 GYM AND SPORTSVirgin Active Kensington- 020 7761 0000

Equinox- 020 7666 6000

CINEMAS

Odeon- 0871 224 4007 Gate Cinema- 0871 902 5731 Coronet Cinema- 020 7727 6705

Misrepresentation Act 1967. This brochure and the descriptions and measurements herein do not constitute representation and whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, this cannot be guaranteed.

020 7795 428810 Hornton Street London W8 4NWwww.bectivelesliemarsh.co.ukkensington@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

IVERNA COURTKENSINGTON W8

Bective Leslie Marsh Established in 1881, Bective Leslie Marsh has an excellent reputation for selling and letting quality property in Central London. The Kensington Office is situated on Hornton Street, and just a few yards from Kensington High Street. If you are thinking of selling or letting your property, or would simply like some independent advice, please do not hesitate to contact our Kensington office on 020 7795 4288.

Iverna Court Residents Website: www.ivernacourt.net