Property description
Spacious and unique three bedroom first floor Edwardian apartment with lots of character and many period features situated in leafy Forest Hill. NO ONWARD CHAIN.
This three bedroomed apartment in a purpose built mansion block of four is set in fabulous communal grounds within a conservation area but with the rare advantage of having your own private sole use of garden space. There are stunning views over London from every window of the living room and from the main bedroom with all other rooms overlooking the rear gardens and giving the impression of living in a ‘tree house’.
The property has been a wonderful family home for 28 years in an area that is both quiet and secure but also just minutes away from all local amenities.
Transport links are excellent with several regular bus services to central London and surrounding areas. The train station is only 5 minutes walk away with trains running regularly to London Bridge (13 mins) and with a 45 minute journey time to Gatwick airport. The recently constructed East London overground line journeys right across London through Canary Wharf and onwards to East and North London.
The famous Horniman Museum and its’ beautiful Gardens is right on our doorstep and provides not only an excellent place for relaxation and education but also hosts a wealth of activities for all ages throughout the year, many of which are free including a weekly Farmers’ market. Surrounded by many green spaces and within easy reach of not only our own local amenities but also Dulwich village, park and Picture Gallery and the vibrant East Dulwich shopping area, restaurants and bars.
There are many excellent schools in the area, both primary and secondary, including the renowned Dulwich College, JAGS, St Dunstans and the outstanding (OFSTED) local primary school, Eliiot Bank, to name but a few.
The apartment 108 square metres / 1163 square feet) consists of a large entrance hall, living room, kitchen / dining room, bathroom and three good-sized bedrooms, two of which have period fireplaces and stained glass features. The large bright living room (14 ft x 14 ft) has, as stated, panoramic views over London and beyond from all three large sash windows (all recently replaced) and boasts a stunning working original period feature fireplace. The apartment has period features, stripped pine doors and solid wooden floors in most rooms with the benefit of full gas central heating. In the loose fitted kitchen there is installed a range cooker with an 8 burner gas hob and electric double oven which will be included in the sale along with the tumble dryer.
ENTRANCE HALLWAY
From the front door entrance into the large hall there are doors leading off into all rooms.
LIVING ROOM 16'0\" X 13'11\" (4.88M X 4.24M)
Feature period working fireplace and three large glazed sash windows with panoramic views over London.
KITCHEN / DINER 19'6\" X 12'1\" (5.94M X 3.68M)
Loose fitted kitchen, storage cupboard and two glazed sash windows both overlooking rear gardens.
BEDROOM ONE 17'2\" X 10'7\" (5.23M X 3.23M)
Feature fireplace and two glazed sash windows with views to the front of the property.
BEDROOM TWO 14'0\" X 11'11\" (4.27M X 3.63M)
Feature fireplace and two glazed sash windows with views to the front and side of the property.
BEDROOM THREE 9'11\" X 6'5\" (3.03M X 1.96M)
Storage cupboard and one glazed sash window with view to the rear gardens.
BATHROOM
White three piece suite and one glazed window to the side of the property.
PARKING
There is a private, off road secure parking space with free parking permit.
LEASEHOLD
There is presently a 99-year lease on the property, which can be extended if desired. Reasonable annual service charges of around £940 for the communal area with cleaning, lighting and general grounds maintenance included. Council tax band D.
EXTERIOR
The exterior was painted 18 months ago and the inner hall is due to be re-decorated and have new flooring fitted shortly.
DIRECTIONS
From Forest Hill station, walk up London Road towards the Horniman Museum. At the first set of traffic lights just before the Tesco garage turn left directly opposite Honor Oak Road and go straight up the hill into the car park. The house is at the top end of the walkway.