England boasts no shortage of impressive and storied residences. While not everyone can live in a castle, a select few might be able to afford this pricey £65 million mansion in London.
Dame Margot Fonteyn—a world-famous ballerina who was a star in the Royal Ballet—resided here in the 1950s and 1960s with her Panamanian diplomat husband, Dr. Roberto Emilio Arias. Appropriately, the home, which is one of the largest mansions in London today, is still dubbed Fonteyn House in her honor.
The couple hosted an abundance of high-profile guests in their Knightsbridge residence, including Princess Margaret, Yves Saint Laurent, dancer Rudolf Nureyev, and actor John Wayne. After all, what would you expect from the ballerina appointed prima ballerina assoluta (translates to “first ballerina overall” in the Royal Ballet) from Queen Elizabeth II, herself?
As the staggering price tag alludes to, the mansion is the epitome of luxury. While the couple left the residence in 1966 and it has since been renovated, its original Art Deco influences from 1928 still shine through. And, the six-story, 15,980-square-foot manor has more space than most would know what to do with. It boasts a total of six bedroom suites (plus a staff bedroom).
Divine design finishes range from marble fireplaces and Calcutta countertops to polished Verdi antique floors. Outdoor living spaces include terraces, a private walled garden, a barbecue area, lawn, and a lounge with an outdoor movie screen. A rooftop terrace includes an outdoor kitchen and bar. The “amenity floor” boasts an indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, at-home gym, and private salon/treatment room. It also boasts a gated driveway shared with just one other house.
When the new owners want to explore beyond their prestigious pad, the neighborhood is home to Harrods, the Victoria & Albert Museum, and steps from Hyde Park. Caudwell holds the graceful and majestic listing, asking approximately $85 million USD.
