The listing on Fine & Country describes an impressive property: Premier League legend Didier Drogba, 44, has placed his stunning six-bedroom, 11,000 square foot mansion in Surrey on the market. Despite concluding his second stint at Chelsea in 2015, the Ivorian football star has maintained ownership of this exquisite house located within the esteemed Crown Estate.
Inside, the ground floor boasts five primary reception rooms centered around a grand reception hall, featuring a sweeping staircase that leads to all floors. The home showcases a large open-plan kitchen equipped with modern built-in appliances and a central island for casual dining.
Home hunters will find six spacious bedrooms, seven stylish bathrooms, and multiple reception areas, available for £6.25 million. The property includes a study and multipurpose reception room at the front, while the back presents a sensational dual-aspect drawing room of impressive proportions, a cozy family room, and the aforementioned expansive kitchen that flows into a delightful high-roofed orangery.
Set behind electric gates, the estate sits on just under one acre of land, featuring a large driveway with ample parking. Additionally, a two-story, multi-vehicle garage provides further accommodations, complete with a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment.
The rear of the property boasts a south-facing landscaped garden, complete with manicured lawns extending from a terrace area adjacent to the main house—an ideal setting for relaxation and entertaining. The house also features a leisure complex and a large swimming pool that offers picturesque views of the garden through elegant bi-folding doors.
The Crown Estate is renowned as one of the most prestigious areas in the south of England, conveniently located near Chelsea’s training ground, making this stunning mansion an attractive opportunity for potential buyers.