Knight Frank, a leading property consultancy, said it has teamed up with award-winning developer London Square to offer a lifetime opportunity for the regional investors to buy properties at the some of London's most historic landmarks.

The duo showcased a collection of luxury projects including the iconic Star and Garter at a private gathering in The Capital Club, Bahrain on Monday (November 9).

Knight Frank said these properties, which are located at sites overlooking the Thames and Richmond Park in west London, have been generating a lot of interest from the region.

London Square is restoring The Star and Garter, a Grade II listed building and gardens with an impeccable royal and cultural lineage, to create 86 architecturally splendid apartments and duplexes, with the opportunity to enjoy a private view of the beautiful vista of the Thames and beyond.

Rebecca Littler, the sales and marketing director, London Square, said: "The Star and Garter is London's most exciting residential address. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy part of a celebrated London landmark, a residence rich in history that offers a five-star lifestyle with the highest level of specification and bespoke detail."

The prices start from £1.3 million ($2 million) for a one-bed apartment, while for a two-bedroom and two bathroom apartment it is £1.75 million ($2.7 million) onwards and for a three-bedroom apartment, it's £2.45 million ($3.76 million). There are also duplexes which come with a price tag of £2.95 million ($4.53 million).

According to her, the development is already 50 per cent sold.

Victoria Garret, the associate partner at Knight Frank and agent for the development in the Middle East, said the Star and Garter has it all - a prime development in a fashionable setting.

"Through our private one-to-one meetings with clients we're seeing a keen interest from across the GCC for this well positioned development," she stated.

According to Garret, the corporate rental demand comes from a range of sectors including finance, Information Technology (IT) and oil and gas, with local employers including BP and PayPal.

Tenants are predominantly British but there is a broad range of other nationalities, including Japanese, American, German and Dutch, she added.

Littler said the Star and Garter offers a lifestyle akin to a boutique hotel or private club, from the cool marble hall, grand staircase and beyond to the spectacular gardens, overlooking the river and Petersham Meadows.

"The meticulously restored King's Room, with its original parquet flooring, ornate mouldings, coffered ceilings and fireplaces, will offer an opulent spa, pool and fitness suite. A concierge service will be provided to attend to residents' requirements and make everyday life hassle-free," she explained.

"Many of the apartments will have private terraces and roof terraces to maximise the glorious setting and views. The listed terrace garden and grounds will also be restored, with an historic fountain retained at the centre of the Italianate garden," noted Littler.

Richmond, picturesque and charming, with its renowned restaurants, smart designer shops, splendid architecture, as well as its vibrant cultural and theatre scene, is one of West London's most fashionable districts.

It has superb transport connections, with national rail, overground and underground lines at Richmond station just 0.7 miles from The Star and Garter.

The property overlooks 2,500 acres of Richmond Park, the largest of the Royal Parks and is perfect for walking, riding, golf, rugby, running and cycling. The Thames at Richmond also offers boating, plus walking and cycling along the towpath to Kingston and Kew.-TradeArabia News Service