The couple reportedly wanted to sell it for USD 15 million to private buyers, because they were concerned that developers would split the house into smaller apartment units and take advantage of their name, reported Ace Showbiz.
"They know there aren't lots of individuals looking for houses of this size, and developers would jump at the chance to turn it into smaller flats, which would have added value because of the Beckham connection.
"But both David and Victoria spent years improving Rowneybury and they're prepared to wait for the right buyer who will continue their work, rather than someone looking to cash in on their name," a source said.