A residential property in West London featuring the world-famous blue door from the 1999 romantic comedy film Notting Hill has been listed on the market with an asking price of 7.9 million pounds. Situated near Portobello Road in the heart of Notting Hill, the three-bedroom residence has long attracted international tourists and film fans.
In the classic film directed by Richard Curtis, the building served as the exterior home of bookseller William Thacker, portrayed by Hugh Grant, who famously falls in love with Hollywood superstar Anna Scott, played by Julia Roberts. The property was originally owned by screenwriter Richard Curtis before being sold shortly after the movie’s theatrical release.
Inside the Iconic Notting Hill Property
Spanning approximately 3,000 square feet, the home behind the famous entrance offers a stark contrast to the modest flat depicted on screen. Originally conceived as an artist’s studio, the converted property features a vaulted ceiling with exposed roof trusses and skylights.
Key internal accommodations include:
- A 48-foot open-plan kitchen, dining, and reception room
- Dark timber floors paired with a stone fireplace and a marble kitchen island
- A first-floor gallery wrapping around the main living space with a book-lined study
- A private courtyard garden with a spiral staircase leading to a secluded roof terrace
The listing highlights the home’s secret roof terrace, which is enclosed by mature planting and old brick walls to provide a private dining area overlooking the Notting Hill rooftops.
Ownership History and Market Value
The property is currently listed via the off-market real estate platform Invisible Homes. Land Registry records indicate that the home was last purchased in 2014 by businessman Neil Hutchinson for 4.575 million pounds. The current asking price puts the property on the market for roughly 3.4 million pounds more than Hutchinson’s purchase price.
Hutchinson, founder of Internet economy firms, acquired the property nearly a decade and a half after its cinematic debut turned the address into a global landmark.
Tourist Impact and the History of the Blue Door
Since the release of Notting Hill, the blue door has remained a magnet for influencers, film enthusiasts, and international travelers. Shortly after the film’s 1999 premiere, the original blue door was removed and auctioned off by Christie’s in an attempt to curb foot traffic outside the home. It was initially replaced with a black door before eventually being repainted in its signature blue shade.
In recent years, the landmark has occasionally faced maintenance challenges, including vandalism and graffiti tagging that drew frustration from visitors and local residents alike. While some neighbors in the surrounding area have expressed concerns regarding tourist disruption and congestion, the blue door remains one of the most recognizable and enduring cinematic locations in London.
