7 and 8 Balfour Place

7 and 8 Balfour Place are notable Grade II listed houses located in the upscale Mayfair district of London. Built between 1892 and 1894 in an Arts and Crafts style, these homes were designed by architects Eustace Balfour and Hugh Thackeray Turner. The first owner was George Coventry, the 9th Earl of Coventry. Originally named Portugal Street, the area was renamed in honor of the Grosvenor family's chief surveyor. 7 Balfour Place has a rich history, including a brief visit from heiress Christina Onassis in 1978 and a significant conversion into flats in 1991. The property was listed for sale in 2014 for £45 million and was purchased in 2016 by billionaire Peter Cruddas for £42 million, showcasing its luxurious appeal and historical significance.