Penthouse, Lothbury, London, EC2R

A supremely special penthouse apartment located in heart of the city’s financial district. Occupying the top floor of this delightful Grade II listed building opposite the Bank of England it is one of the finest examples of Venetian gothic revival. Quiet, discreet and secure it is by far one of the most spectacular apartments the city has to offer in one of the most recognised buildings with its own private roof terrace. The penthouse which is accessed directly via key operated lift is an extremely enchanting space with an abundance of light with aspects North, East, South and West and considered layout. The accommodation comprises a captivating reception room with ten sash windows, intelligently zoned into living, dining and study areas and a recessed kitchen with AEG and Siemens appliances. There is a principal bedroom with built in wardrobes and ensuite bathroom, a second double bedroom with built in wardrobes, guest shower room and further cloakroom. A bespoke staircase leads from the reception room to a sunroom with direct access to a wonderful roof terrace which overlooks the Bank of England and St Margaret’s Church. The apartment has many superb features with a “Bose” lifestyle audio system, heating and cooling system, bespoke joinery, direct lift access and CAT5 cabling. The building was designed by the celebrated RIBA architect George Somers Clarke in the late 1860’s who also worked on the designs for the Palace of Westminster. Once completed it became the head office for the General Credit and Discount Company, later the home of brokers and merchants Speyer Brothers, The National Bank of Australia, stockbrokers Laurie Milbank & Co and a private dining club for the Overseas Bankers’ Club. Converted into luxury apartments this millennium the building was restored to its former glory, designed to complement the building’s heritage and using thoughtful architecture and contemporary finishes to create the perfect space for City living. Lothbury is conveniently located opposite the bank of England in the heart of the City’s financial district. The location is super convenient with Bank Station (Central, Northern, Waterloo and City and DLR lines) and Liverpool Street Station (Circle, Hammersmith and City, Metropolitan and Mainline access) moments away. The city offers superb shopping facilities with One New Change located on Cheapside and boutique options at The Royal exchange where you will find luxury brands such as Hermes, Fortnum and Mason, Tiffany and Co, Watches of Switzerland and Aspinal of London. Within proximity to London landmarks such as St Paul's Cathedral, The River Thames, The Tower of London and The Shard as well as being in the centre of the banking and legal districts of London make this a truly special apartment.