March 28, 2024

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London Townhouse Once Home to Captain William Bligh Now For Sale

A characterful blue plaque Georgian townhouse in London where Captain William Bligh once lived is for sale for £2.25 million.

Situated opposite the Imperial War Museum, the property is one of London’s most historic homes, boasting five floors, five self-contained bedrooms and three grand reception rooms packed with charm.

Built in the 1780s, William lived in the house with his wife and children for more than 10 years following the 1789 mutiny, before being appointed Governor of New South Wales in Australia. Filled with unique decorations, it has been lovingly restored and cared for over the decades.

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Captain William Bligh

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Elsewhere around the home, there is also a well-sized reception/dining room with a semi-open plan kitchen, as well as an additional music/cinema room (ideal for entertaining). While it has a great deal of history, the property could do with modernising. Some rooms have dark purple ceilings, while others have interesting yellow carpets in need of refreshing.

Head outside and you’ll find a lovely rear garden with a sitting area (it’s in the shape of an oval ship) and a roof terrace, too. A haven of stillness in the bustling city, it’s the perfect place to unwind after a long day.

William was captain on the HMS Bounty which set sail from Tahiti to the West Indies with a cargo of breadfruit on 4th April 1789. Just a few weeks later a mutiny broke out, with William and 18 of his loyal crew members sailing adrift in a small boat. They navigated more than 4,000 miles to Timor, with sadly all but one surviving.

If you’re after a home full of history, then you’ll love what this place has to offer. With easy access to Westminster Bridge and Southbank, everything you need is on the doorstep.

This property is currently on the market for £2,250,000 with Boomin.

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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william bligh's previous house for sale in london

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