Wallis Simpson and Edward VIII's former London love nest goes on sale for £5.35m (but there's no blue plaque due to ANOTHER of her controversial affairs)

  • Luxurious three-bedroom apartment in Bryanston Court on George Street
  • Was once owned by the American socialite and was where the affair began
  • Refused a Blue Plaque due to allegations of Simpson's affair with a Nazi
  • The 2,400 sqft apartment has a huge entrance hall and opulent living areas

By Naomi Greenaway for MailOnline

Published: 08:54 EST, 9 July 2015 | Updated: 10:38 EST, 9 July 2015

It was 1936 when King Edward VIII abdicated the throne to marry Wallis Simpson, but eight decades later it is arguably still the most salacious royal scandal to date. 

Now, the Marylebone apartment where the affair first began has come on for sale for £5.35 million. If walls had ears, what salacious secrets this home would have to tell.

When the couple started their relationship in 1933, three years before Edward was crowned king, it was at this luxurious apartment in Bryanston Court on George Street, once owned by the American socialite, where the couple would meet - and many of their love letters carry the address.

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If walls had ears: The Marylebone apartment where the affair first began has come on for sale for £5.35 million, but despite the its historic past, was refused a Blue Plaque by English Heritage

If walls had ears: The Marylebone apartment where the affair first began has come on for sale for £5.35 million, but despite the its historic past, was refused a Blue Plaque by English Heritage

Plush: The 2,400 sqft flat has a huge entrance hall, opulent living and dining areas with original sash windows and bespoke carpentry - and comes complete with antique mirrored furniture

Plush: The 2,400 sqft flat has a huge entrance hall, opulent living and dining areas with original sash windows and bespoke carpentry - and comes complete with antique mirrored furniture

When the couple (pictured) first started their relationship in 1933, it was at this luxurious apartment in Bryanston Court on George Street where the couple would meet
When the couple (pictured) first started their relationship in 1933, it was at this luxurious apartment in Bryanston Court on George Street where the couple would meet

When the couple (pictured left in 1939 and right also in the 1930s) first started their relationship in 1933, it was at the luxurious apartment in Bryanston Court on George Street where the couple would meet

It was only 11 months after the king was crowned in 1936 that he abdicated the throne in order to marry Simpson, after being advised that would not be accepted as Queen by the British public on account of her being twice divorced.

Despite the apartment's historic past, it was refused a Blue Plaque by English Heritage in 2008 due to allegations that Simpson had an even more controversial affair than her one with the King of England.

Although it has never been proven, Wallis was accused of having a relationship with Joachim Von Ribbentrop, Hitler's Ambassador to London, and of giving him details of British troop movements during the Second World War.

The three-bedroom apartment, which is now on sale with a whopping price tag with upmarket property agents, Rokstone and Russell Simpson, has had a very modern facelift since its days as Ms Simpson's love pad.

The modern eat-in kitchen is a blend of white and dark wood with resin work surfaces and a solid wood breakfast island. And of course, nothing less than top of the range Gaggenau appliances throughout

The modern eat-in kitchen is a blend of white and dark wood with resin work surfaces and a solid wood breakfast island. And of course, nothing less than top of the range Gaggenau appliances throughout

The apartment, ow on sale with a whopping price tag with upmarket property agents, Rokstone and Russell Simpson, has had a very modern facelift since its days as Ms Simpson's love pad

The apartment, ow on sale with a whopping price tag with upmarket property agents, Rokstone and Russell Simpson, has had a very modern facelift since its days as Ms Simpson's love pad

True love: The couple together in 1937, the year they married
True love: The couple together in 1953

True love: The couple together in 1937 (left), the year they married and two decades later in 1953 (right)

The 2,400 sqft flat has a huge entrance hall, opulent living and dining areas with original sash windows and bespoke carpentry and comes complete with antique mirrored furniture. 

The modern eat-in kitchen is a blend of white and dark wood with resin work surfaces and a solid wood breakfast island. And of course, nothing less than top of the range Gaggenau appliances throughout.

The three large bedrooms are all done out in a neutral colour palette and each feature ensuite bathrooms. 

The 2,400 sqft flat has a huge entrance hall, opulent living and dining areas with original sash windows and bespoke carpentry and comes complete with antique mirrored furniture

The 2,400 sqft flat has a huge entrance hall, opulent living and dining areas with original sash windows and bespoke carpentry and comes complete with antique mirrored furniture

The three large bedrooms are all done out in a neutral colour palette and each feature ensuite bathrooms

The three large bedrooms are all done out in a neutral colour palette and each feature ensuite bathrooms

Adorned in marble, the luxurious master bathroom includes a steam shower, TV and free-standing bath

Adorned in marble, the luxurious master bathroom includes a steam shower, TV and free-standing bath

Adorned in marble, the luxurious master bathroom includes a steam shower, TV and stylish free-standing bath.

Becky Fatemi, managing director of Rokstone said: 'With beautiful finishes and lateral spaces, this apartment is ideal for someone looking for a luxurious London home. 

'Bryanston Court's fascinating history further adds to the apartments appeal, particularly international investors who love Britain's colourful history and Royal heritage.'

Bertie Russell at Russell Simpson added: 'Bryanston Court is in the heart of central London. Bond Street, Mayfair and Knightsbridge and delightful Marylebone are all a short walk away, making it highly desirable for a professional looking for a London home or a growing family who want more space.' 

Becky Fatemi, managing director of Rokstone, who are joint agents for the property said: 'Bryanston Court's fascinating history adds to the apartments appeal'

Becky Fatemi, managing director of Rokstone, who are joint agents for the property said: 'Bryanston Court's fascinating history adds to the apartments appeal'

For further sales enquiries contact the joint agents: Russell Simpson on Tel 020 7225 0277 or visit www.russellsimpson.co.uk or Rokstone on Tel 020 7580 2030 or visit: www.rokstone.com

 

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