Historic Mayfair Mansion with Mustard Legacy Lists for £50 Million
A magnificent townhouse in the heart of London's exclusive Mayfair Village, once the residence of Colman's Mustard tycoon Sir Jeremiah Colman, has been placed on the market with an asking price of £50 million. Balfour House, marketed by real estate agents OB Private, carries a precise guide price of £49,500,000, positioning it as a premier offering in an area where average house prices hover around £10 million.
A Legacy of Industrial Prestige
Sir Jeremiah Colman, the British industrialist who transformed his family's mustard business into a globally recognised brand between 1859 and 1942, formerly called this grand property home. Following his death, the building served commercial purposes throughout much of the mid-20th century before being meticulously restored and converted back into a private residence in the early 1990s. It has remained under the ownership of the same family since that restoration, now presenting a rare opportunity steeped in distinguished history.
Architectural Grandeur and Modern Luxury
Spanning four elegant floors, this double-fronted townhouse is being touted as "the best house in Mayfair," blending the warmth and charm of a genuine family home with exceptional architectural features. The property boasts seven bedrooms, including a principal bedroom suite on the second floor complete with a dressing room and uniquely designed his-and-hers octagonal bathrooms. The third and fourth floors each accommodate two additional bedroom suites, all featuring dual aspects—a characteristic shared by the home's principal rooms.
The ground and first floors are dedicated to four formal reception rooms: a sitting room, dining room, drawing room, and study. The dining room is particularly notable for its French doors that open directly onto a private garden, while the top floor includes a spacious 200-square-foot open-plan family room. Below the dining room, the kitchen features a rear staircase leading to a servery kitchen, and the lower ground floor contains a self-contained staff flat with one bedroom, bathroom, sitting room, utility room, and additional storage.
Unparalleled Views and Prime Location
The crown jewel of Balfour House is undoubtedly its 525-square-foot roof terrace, offering a breathtaking 360-degree panorama of the London skyline. This spectacular outdoor space complements the property's triple-aspect windows facing south, east, and west, along with a lift servicing every floor for ultimate convenience.
Nestled in a tranquil and highly sought-after enclave between Hyde Park and Grosvenor Square, the residence is merely a hundred yards from the serene gardens of Mount Street and the vibrant atmosphere of Harry's Bar and the Private Members' George Club.
Expert Endorsement
Charlie Gibson, Founder and Managing Director of OB Private, expressed high regard for the property, stating, "Arguably the finest house in Mayfair Village, Balfour House is a grand, double-fronted townhouse combining exceptional character with rare features, including a spectacular roof terrace. Rich in history, it was once owned by Sir Jeremiah Colman, the famed 'Mustard King,' adding to the home's distinguished legacy."
This listing represents not just a luxury real estate transaction but a chance to own a piece of British industrial history in one of London's most prestigious neighbourhoods.
