Fairacre, Camden Park Road, Chislehurst BR7

Property Summary

Fairacre is a remarkable Grade II listed residence of historical and architectural significance, set on 2.5 acres of private grounds adjoining Chislehurst Golf Course. Designed in 1896 by renowned architect Ernest Newton for William Willett—the man behind British Summer Time—the house later gained the celebrated Derby Room, a faithful reproduction of Robert Adam’s 1774 banqueting hall at The Oaks. Spanning nearly 14,000 sq ft across three floors, this distinguished home combines exceptional period detailing with expansive living, leisure, and entertaining spaces. Highlights include the grand panelled reception hall, a 35-ft Derby Room, indoor pool complex, and manicured gardens with tennis court and ornamental pond.

Key Features

• Bedrooms: 9 (including self-contained annexe/nanny flat)

• Bathrooms: 4

• Reception Rooms: 5 (including drawing room, dining room, study, Derby Room, and family room)

• Special Rooms: Gym, cinema, office with balcony, art room, and cellar

• Architecture & Heritage: Designed by Ernest Newton (1896); Robert Adam–style Derby Room; original marble fireplaces by Crowthers of Syon Lodge

• Leisure & Amenities: Indoor heated swimming pool, York stone terrace, tennis court, ornamental pond, replica village inn

• Landscaping: 2.5 acres of formal and kitchen gardens adjoining Chislehurst Golf Course

• Additional Features: Garaging, private road setting, proximity to excellent schools and transport links (M25 and rail to London)

Design Comment

Already a rare example of period craftsmanship, Fairacre offers scope for sensitive restoration or modernisation, allowing a new custodian to combine its rich architectural legacy with contemporary family living. The ancillary spaces—including the annexe, gym, and cinema—could be reimagined as guest accommodation or wellness suites, while further landscaping enhancements could elevate the estate’s outdoor entertaining and leisure potential.

Development Consultations

To assist potential buyers of this property to understand their full design and development options, Janine Stone & Co. is able to provide complimentary design concept and development consultations. It can be arranged for these consultations to take place at the property or in our London studio. Janine Stone & Co. will provide guidance on architecture, refurbishment and planning considerations, in addition to helping interested parties to develop their early design ideas, into floor plans with estimated project costs and timelines for realisation.

Should a successful acquisition take place, we would be happy to take these initial concepts, through to a full concept and subsequent planning, design and build phases.