Flat for sale in Barbican, London EC2Y

Yopa is proud to market this fabulously charming 3 bedroom apartment (Type 8A), set in iconic and highly sought after Shakespeare Tower, Barbican, London EC2Y.

City of London's premier residential location & gated community. Rare high-floor luxury apartment has become available, having the best views (South & West) on the quiet side. Floor to ceiling windows & wrap around balcony provides stunning 270o panoramic views. Overlooking prestigious landmarks including:
St. Paul's Cathedral, Big Ben, Millennium Wheel & Shard. Private gardens & lakes. 24/7 concierge. Barbican Arts Centre. Crossrail round the corner Heathrow Airport 31 mins & Canary Wharf 8 mins.

This property has full height & width floor to ceiling windows with full length sliding door to the main private balcony, perfect for entertaining, parties and a city garden. All three bedrooms also have floor to ceiling windows to make the most of the light & glass doors that give direct access to a continuous wrap-around balcony that stretches the entire length of the property. The apartment retains some original features including a Brooke Marine kitchen (not a replica). The master bedroom has access to the first bathroom. There is a 2nd large family bathroom .

The doorman building has a 24/7 concierge & private security. The city of London has its own separate rapid response Police force & armed unit similar to diplomatic protection. The newly updated St Bartholomew's Hospital is only 10 mins walk away offering a full range of medical facilities including urgent care. Secure parking & storerooms within the building (direct private elevator access).

The Barbican Estate gated community is the finest achievement of architects Chamberlin, Powell & Bon and was Grade II listed in 2001 in recognition of its extraordinary contribution to global architecture.

Residents have private access to several large gardens, fountains, lakes, tennis courts, cricket nets, playgrounds & child-friendly areas throughout the exclusive development which is considered the only real village in town. It has its own community with events, clubs, magazines, schools and many other facilities including the world-renowned Barbican Arts Centre, home of the London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Shakespeare Company performances, 3 cinemas & museums (residents get complimentary membership). Waitrose, Marks & Spencer and Tescos (open till 11 pm) are across the road, together with many local services and amenities including 3 swimming pools. The numerous bars & restaurants of Shoreditch, Clerkenwell, Smithfields & the City are a short walk away as are the attractions & gardens around St. Paul's, South Bank, Tate Modern & Gabriel’s Wharf. Both sides of the River Thames have long walkways and boat services with regular stops from Docklands to Hampton Court Palace.

Barbican station (Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines) is only 4 minutes walk via the community’s own Podium level, a raised recreational garden. Farringdon (Luton Airport & City Link), Moorgate (Northern line), St Paul’s (Central Line) and Liverpool St. (Stansted Airport) tube stations each a short walk. Also, the new Crossrail (Elizabeth Line) Farringdon & Liverpool St stations have an entrance in Long Lane, round the corner, allowing direct Express train travel to Heathrow Airport in only 31 mins, Canary Wharf in 8 mins & Bond Street in 3 minutes.

This property is available chain free and viewing only by appointment is highly recommend.

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