Property for sale in the South District, Gibraltar

Chestertons is excited to offer to market this beautifully presented house of great historical importance situated on its own substantial plot within the heart of Gibraltar's South District. Steeped in history, Loquat House, dates back at least to 1790 when it became the residence of Prince Edward, Duke of Kent, who has been the only member of the Royal Family to govern Gibraltar. He lived at Loquat House from 1790 - 91 with his companion Madam De St Laurent. He was eventually to marry Princess Victoria Mary Louise of "Leiningen; Their daughter Victoria; subsequently" became Queen of Great Britain. This impressive family home has retained an abundance of original features and has been lovingly maintained and restored by its current owners. It boasts a huge plot size of approx. 1500 sq m, beautiful terraced gardens with lawned areas and a private pool. The accommodation at Loquat House comprises a formal dining and drawing room, a bright family kitchen with attached 'day' lounge, a large master bedroom suite with dressing area and en-suite bathroom, a further four/five bedrooms, office, playroom, cloak/store room, utility room, parking space for five cars and a substantial wrap around terrace with beautiful West-facing views of the Bay of Gibraltar, Spain and Africa. Traditionally elegant, with many colonial characteristics but still retaining a homely feel, houses like this rarely come on the market. Viewing is highly recommended in order to really appreciate all this exceptional property has to offer.