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James Gubbins Sales Director UK Sotheby's International Realty

He has a depth and knowledge of all things relating to residential property built up over a career in prime central London. Having started his career in lettings and moving to sales he has built an established client base.  He has an excellent understanding of the legal process of sales and purchase and prides himself on concise and accurate advice.


James’s primary focus for the last decade has been in the Mayfair area of London but he has formerly worked in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. He has been involved in some of the largest residential property transactions in the past couple of years and has a real network of trusted advisors around him that he can rely on for clients when needs arise.


No deal is too small and all transactions and clients are given James’s full attention and desire to achieve the best possible results. He would be delighted to speak with you informally for an opinion should you wish for some advice or act for you in the sale of your property within Prime Central London.

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Bayswater

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Primrose Hill

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Fitzrovia

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Regent's Park

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St James's

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Ascot

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Oxford

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Hampstead

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Weybridge

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Soho

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South Kensington

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Esher

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Barnes

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Berkshire

Pimlico, a charming neighbourhood in the heart of the City of Westminster, is one of London’s best-kept secrets. Known for its pretty garden squares, elegant architecture, and a strong sense of community, Pimlico's is a small but perfectly formed area that was designed by the master builder Thomas Cubitt.





Pimlico

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Cobham

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Walton-on-Thames

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Ealing

To own a luxury property in Belgravia is to find yourself amongst the most elite members
of society, surrounded by neighbours who recognise the immense value of this prestigious
residential area.

Wentworth's reputation as one of Europe's most prestigious residential estates is well over a hundred years in the making.

Wentworth

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Hammersmith

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Westminster

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St John's Wood

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Coombe

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Knightsbridge

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Hyde Park

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Oxshott

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Buckinghamshire

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Connaught Village

An elite melting pot of fine dining restaurants, dazzling theatres, designer boutiques, five-
star hotels and private member clubs, Mayfair is a haven for wealthy individuals who like to
prioritise the finer things in life.

Pale timber floors, full-height windows and richly textured stone bring warmth and character to this two-bedroom apartment on the fourth floor of Burlington Gate. On Cork Street, in the heart of Mayfair’s gallery district, the apartment has a generous open-plan living space, two ensuite bedrooms and access to an extensive collection of residents’ amenities.

 

A long entrance hall leads to the reception room, where broad windows draw natural light across the seating and dining areas. White walls and pale floorboards provide a backdrop for art, while a deep blue feature wall introduces colour. The room has ample space for a large dining table alongside a distinct sitting area.

 

The kitchen opens onto the reception room, with dark cabinetry and pale worktops extending around an island with breakfast-bar seating. Integrated appliances keep the finish uncluttered, while a separate utility room provides additional storage and working space.

 

The principal bedroom has a dressing room leading through to a generous ensuite bathroom. Here, veined stone walls frame a freestanding bath, a separate glazed shower and a wide vanity with twin basins and timber drawers. The second double bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room finished in pale stone. A guest cloakroom and hallway storage complete the accommodation.

 

The apartment benefits from air conditioning and central heating. Burlington Gate provides a 24-hour concierge, covered parking, a residents’ lounge, a cinema, a gym and a treatment room.

 

Cork Street has a long association with London’s art world, with galleries lining the street and the Royal Academy close by. Burlington Arcade, the boutiques of Bond Street and the tailors of Savile Row are all within easy reach, alongside Mayfair’s restaurants, private members’ clubs and hotels. Green Park offers open space nearby, while Bond Street, Oxford Circus, Piccadilly Circus and Green Park stations provide connections across London.

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A Two-Bedroom Apartment in Burlington Gate, Mayfair

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Behind its red-brick façade, this contemporary Bayswater townhouse pairs bespoke Italian joinery with marble finishes and generous entertaining spaces. The four-bedroom house extends to approximately 2,294 sq. ft. across five floors, with a private courtyard garden, sauna and steam room.

 

On the ground floor, a spacious dining room connects to the kitchen, with herringbone wooden flooring linking the two spaces. Pale cabinetry, integrated appliances and marble worktops define the kitchen, which also has room for a breakfast table. Glass balustrades frame the staircase, allowing light and views between the levels.

 

The basement is dedicated to entertaining and relaxation. A substantial reception room has rooflights and bespoke cabinetry incorporating illuminated shelving and a television recess. An adjoining sitting room offers a more intimate retreat, with mirrored detailing and decorative vertical screening. A sauna and steam room sit alongside a guest WC and separate plant room.

 

The principal bedroom occupies the first floor, with extensive fitted wardrobes and a marble-finished ensuite bathroom containing a bath and separate shower. Across the landing, a study provides a dedicated space for working from home.

 

Two further bedrooms are on the lower ground floor, overlooking the courtyard garden. One has an ensuite shower room, while the other is served by a separate bathroom. The fourth bedroom occupies the second floor, with fitted wardrobes, an ensuite shower room and additional storage off the landing.

 

The courtyard garden wraps around the lower ground floor, with built-in timber seating and planted screening creating a sheltered setting for outdoor dining.

 

Palace Court is a residential street lined with red-brick buildings, close to Kensington Gardens and Hyde Park. The shops and restaurants of Notting Hill Gate, Queensway and Westbourne Grove are within easy reach, while nearby Queensway, Bayswater and Notting Hill Gate Underground stations provide connections across

A contemporary four-bedroom townhouse with a courtyard garden and private spa facilities

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Across the sixth and seventh floors of Aldford House, these four apartments present a substantial restoration opportunity on Park Lane, with far-reaching views over Hyde Park and the London skyline. Offered in shell condition, the accommodation extends to approximately 20,620 sq. ft. including balconies, with planning permission for two apartments on each floor.

 

Built in the early 1930s, Aldford House was designed by George Val Myer and F. J. Watson-Hart, with Sir Edwin Lutyens acting as architectural adviser. Its Portland stone and red-brick façades draw on Beaux-Arts and Art Deco influences, with contrasting horizontal bands and long balconies giving the building its distinctive appearance.

 

The sixth floor contains apartments 61 and 62. Broad expanses of glazing follow the outer elevations, bringing light into the deep floorplates and framing views across the park and neighbouring Mayfair streets. The unfinished interiors offer considerable scope to shape the accommodation around a purchaser’s requirements, within the approved scheme.

 

Above, apartments 71 and 72 benefit from extensive terraces and balconies, with an elevated outlook across the treetops of Hyde Park. The southern apartments look down Park Lane towards Wellington Arch, while those to the north look towards Marble Arch. Further views take in South Street, Aldford Street and the Grosvenor Chapel, with the City and Canary Wharf visible from the seventh floor.

 

The building benefits from lift access, a 24-hour porter and concierge service. The apartments are offered on a 999-year lease with a share of the freehold. Residents have collectively acquired the freehold and are considering proposals to upgrade the building and its communal areas.

 

Park Lane marks Mayfair’s western edge, with Hyde Park directly opposite and the neighbourhood’s galleries, restaurants and shops close by. Mount Street, with its boutiques and restaurants, and the gardens of Grosvenor Square are within walking distance, while Bond Street offers further shopping. Marble Arch and Hyde Park Corner Underground stations provide connections across central London.