tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post2565011942605087560..comments2023-11-05T01:14:14.295-07:00Comments on The Real Estalker: Forbes Family Lightens Real Estate Load in LondonYour Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14600002907755148264noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-46420956806481505462011-03-13T05:15:18.624-07:002011-03-13T05:15:18.624-07:00Anon 3:17, LGB is typically easy to get along with...Anon 3:17, LGB is typically easy to get along with and always posts useful and witty information. Once in a while he becomes petulant, picky about his food, and talks about tearing everything down............and that is why Mama bought the first wooden spoon.StPaulSnowmannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-88199663786258139642011-03-12T15:17:49.809-08:002011-03-12T15:17:49.809-08:00Lil Gay Boy: a teardown of a 17th century Grade ...Lil Gay Boy: a <i>teardown</i> of a 17th century Grade II house with Tudor foundations, did you suggest? Uh, unlikely, and would be criminal, to my mind. And perhaps UK law.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-12409725107246423082011-03-12T06:11:55.353-08:002011-03-12T06:11:55.353-08:00Perhaps one of Mama's wealthier chillun would ...Perhaps one of Mama's wealthier chillun would consider dismantling and moving this gem to an empty arcadian lot stateside. They used to do that in Hearst's day, not only rooms but entire houses. Amazon prime might consider free two-day shipping if the sale price is right. It would give a new meaning to ........"some assembly required."StPaulSnowmannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-18875275431565866782011-03-11T15:07:50.056-08:002011-03-11T15:07:50.056-08:00Surrounded is a genteel understatement; those apar...Surrounded is a genteel <a href="http://www.bing.com/maps/?v=2&cp=skc2xfgzjs5d&lvl=19.310568650788788&dir=349.8264208222755&sty=o&FORM=LMLTCC" rel="nofollow">understatement;</a> those apartment blocks virtually <i>loom</i> over it, crowding it onto it's minuscule lot from every side but the water, where there's a busy street. But perhaps as either a teardown, broken up for flats, or even an apartment tower above might put it to good use.<br /><br />I had the privilege to enjoy a cruise on the Forbes yacht, <i>The Highlander,</i> just a few short weeks after 9/11, on the Hudson (we were not permitted south of the Chelsea Piers).<br /><br />Despite the subdued atmosphere, it was a glorious glimpse into a sadly no-longer-sustainable lifestyle for the family. I imagine it, with its signature green fixtures, have been sold off as well.<br /><br />I did get a somewhat chaste (and discreet) peck on the cheek from Malcolm long ago (at a business function); he lived well, was at times mesmerizing in conversation, and certainly had <i>presence.</i>lil' gay boyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10115496241247504856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-72395918964092394292011-03-11T06:20:05.691-08:002011-03-11T06:20:05.691-08:00On Google Earth you can see how hemmed in by adjac...On Google Earth you can see how hemmed in by adjacent buildings it is. Google E. mis-identifies it, confusing it with an adjacent building. In addition, street view of it has a humongous truck parked smack in front so you can't really see the house.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-88317019882202278162011-03-10T23:15:14.603-08:002011-03-10T23:15:14.603-08:00Dearest Fabulous Mamma.. I have actually had dinne...Dearest Fabulous Mamma.. I have actually had dinner in this glorious manor. It is in an "odd" location far from the center of my world when in London but amazingly charming. The dining room and table is out of a book... huge, wide, 24 plus persons. The Forbeses ring a bell for service to attend to them. There are signed pictures from Liz Taylor all over the place saying how much she loves Old Battersea House. Sad to see it go. Amazing parties (even in recent years) were had at this manor.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-70209130013145317472011-03-10T18:20:02.300-08:002011-03-10T18:20:02.300-08:00I don't know about the specifics of the locati...I don't know about the specifics of the location, but it is a fabulous house that I hope finds an appreciative owner.The Devoted Classicisthttp://tdclassicist.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-29276950783348290702011-03-10T16:20:15.010-08:002011-03-10T16:20:15.010-08:00As a former Forbes employee, I must say, they have...As a former Forbes employee, I must say, they have been selling things for the last few years. First the Faberge egg collection, the ranch (I think in Colorado), the Forbes building, a big chunk of the Forbes, Inc (to Elevation Partners - owened by Bono). I think the castle in France was sold too. Got to say, I wonder what happens when they run out of things to sell.<br /><br />I remember when the Faberge eggs were first sold, the staff at Forbes was told it would allow the family to pursue their various interests. I took that to mean that they could continue to live the lifestyle they had grown accustomed to.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-17851487567885077212011-03-10T16:15:58.677-08:002011-03-10T16:15:58.677-08:00While Malcolm was reasonably attractive, I find hi...While Malcolm was reasonably attractive, I find his son unattractive both politically and appearance wise. I gather however that he is completely straight. I wonder if the money is drying up. I think it is contrary to Forbes policy to list him in its rich list.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-11856284479618712852011-03-10T15:56:12.201-08:002011-03-10T15:56:12.201-08:00The Forbes family has been unloading property, art...The Forbes family has been unloading property, art, and just about anything else they can turn into cold hard cash for quite some time. It would be interesting for Mama to take a look at their current real estate portfolio, or at least that portion of the portfolio that was inherited from Malcom. <br />Their media empire has not fared well in recent years. Also, Steve spent a lot of money in his quixotic attempt to become President. So I would think the sell off is a combination of cash "problems" and estate planning. There are quite a few heirs.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-32732479980724265462011-03-10T15:14:13.374-08:002011-03-10T15:14:13.374-08:00There's obviously NO denying the mansion itsel...There's obviously NO denying the mansion itself is BEAUTIFUL, but the location is anything but. Take a look at the below link to see how small the property itself is--and surrounded by apartments no less. <br />http://wikimapia.org/10794177/Old-Battersea-houseAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-60783146667581379432011-03-10T12:52:10.006-08:002011-03-10T12:52:10.006-08:00It SEEMS like there is a lot of space immediately ...It SEEMS like there is a lot of space immediately around the house, but I will defer to those who have been to London within the last 20 years.<br /><br />Gosh, it sure is pretty. Forbes also had a devoon chateau in France.<br /><br />What a guy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-20005484109000366022011-03-10T10:50:41.016-08:002011-03-10T10:50:41.016-08:00I just caught a glimpse of Rose Buck peering out o...I just caught a glimpse of Rose Buck peering out of the top floor dormer. Better than that Aniston woman any day.StPaulSnowmannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-91714697062192216192011-03-10T10:45:55.562-08:002011-03-10T10:45:55.562-08:00Nothing trumps elegance and arches........nope, no...Nothing trumps elegance and arches........nope, nothing. I would love to know what used to live in the beautifully symmetric chimney niches.StPaulSnowmannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7179311615101890268.post-11414719593436023942011-03-10T10:10:05.044-08:002011-03-10T10:10:05.044-08:00Incredibly tough property to sell. Battersea is ju...Incredibly tough property to sell. Battersea is just not an area you spend £12M on a Georgian house, in fact, there's no area South of the Thames where you'd spend £12M on a house. Perhaps Richmond or Wimbledon but that's about it. Over the past decade lots of developments have cropped up on the Thames in Battersea & it's normal for these apartments to go for millions, a penthouse at Albion Riverside is currently on the market for £12M ... but these types of buyers aren't the type looking for a house like the one featured here. <br /><br />Shame it's not across the Thames in Chelsea. If it was on Cheyne Walk then it would be worth £40M+ ... location location location, that's what it's all about!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com