Lonsdale Road, London, SW13

A stunning Victorian villa on one of Barnes' most sought-after roads. Internally in need of a makeover but retaining all original features. Huge potential to create a spectacular family home. Moments from the Thames, village shops, top schools and excellent transport links.

If houses could talk, this one would have stories to tell. A gorgeous Victorian villa on Lonsdale Road, SW13, it's the rare find where the bones are perfect, the features are original, and the interiors are basically begging you to make them famous.

Think high ceilings that hold their own at dinner parties, cornicing that could teach a masterclass, and bay windows that flood the space with light like it's going out of fashion. What it doesn't have yet is your imprint and that's the point. This isn't a "move-in and forget" home; it's a "move-in and fall in love while you reimagine" home.

The Location - Barnes at Its Best

Lonsdale Road is one of those addresses that does half the selling for you. You're moments from the Thames towpath for morning runs or evening strolls, a short walk to Barnes Village for independent shops, cafés, and the kind of high street that still has character. Top schools including St Paul's and The Harrodian are nearby, alongside Barnes Common, the Duck Pond, and plenty of green space.

For commuters, Barnes Bridge and Barnes stations provide direct overground services to Waterloo, while buses along Lonsdale Road connect to Hammersmith and the Underground (District, Circle, Piccadilly, Metropolitan lines). If you drive, the A4 and M4 are easily accessible for central London or Heathrow.

The House - Character, Proportion, Possibility.

This substantial Victorian villa combines excellent proportions with all the period details you'd hope for. Fireplaces, shutters, floorboards, and mouldings all still in place. Internally, it's in need of modernisation, which makes it ideal for a design-led renovation rather than a compromise on someone else's choices.

Inside, you'll find generous reception rooms, family-sized bedrooms, and plenty of scope to reconfigure to suit your lifestyle. Outside, there's a private garden and off-street parking to complete the picture.

This is a home for anyone who'd rather curate than compromise. Add your vision, and you've got a property that doesn't just sit on Lonsdale Road, it belongs there.

Viewings by appointment. Bring your imagination (and your favourite builder's number).