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4 bedroom terraced house
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Property description & features
- Lovely, substantial period house
- Quiet, sought after tree-lined street in conservation area
- Very good presentation and décor
- Abundant natural light and charming vistas
- Attractive, good sized, west-facing garden
- Flexible spaces with potential for change
- Safety features
- A friendly neighbourhood with a community feel
- Catchment area for Chisenhale Primary School
- Excellent transport links
A fine Victorian period house, on a quiet, sought after, tree lined street in the Driffield Road Conservation Area. This lovely house is well presented throughout and benefitted from modernisation in 2019 during the building of a mansard roof / loft room extension. There are also lots of original features and care has been taken to make the home feel appealing and inviting. The property is ideally located on the west side of the street and has abundant natural light all day, on the front of the house in the mornings and in the charming, west-facing garden in the afternoons and evenings.
This four-storey home is quiet and has a private feel, with interesting views across the neighbourhood that vary with each level.
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A substantial, characterful home of 1849 square feet, comprising 4 double bedrooms, 2 of which have their own shower rooms (one with underfloor heating), and in addition, there is a large family bathroom with sufficient space for doing the laundry.
There is a double-aspect sitting room, running from the front to the back of the house, and a sizable kitchen-diner. From the kitchen-diner, there are 4 steps down to a large basement, comprising a dining room that comfortably seats eight and which leads to a workshop with storage at the front of the house. There is potential to reconfigure this basement space, to accommodate a fifth bedroom for example, or to create larger dining come relaxation room. This house was featured in the 1988 Film, High Hopes, by director Mike Leigh, the clay pipe wine store in the dining room is a remaining feature.
French doors lead from the kitchen into the attractive, good-sized garden, an ideal space for play, exercise and social occasions.
The 2019 mansard / loft room extension, with its new roof, is double aspect and has elevated views of the neighbourhood and the skylight/velux windows, give it a light and airy feel. It is in effect a private suite. The main room has space for a double bed at one end, and a living area at the other, and currently includes a desk, wardrobe and sofa bed. The space has its own shower room and there is a landing with space for storage. The mansard / loft room windows are hinged to allow cleaning inside and out, as well as giving access to the roof for any necessary maintenance.
Modernisations as part of the 2019 building works included wired in smoke alarms and fire doors in all the habitable rooms and a misting system and heat detectors protecting the kitchen and hallway. A pressurised water tank housed in the workshop ensures good water pressure throughout the house.
The gas boiler and water tank are in the airing cupboard in the family bathroom. The washing machine is plumbed in on the first floor. The majority of the windows have been replaced in the last 5 years.
One of the neighbouring houses has obtained planning consent for a side extension to their kitchen, a party wall agreement is in place. The planning permission designs and plans are a matter of public record. Previously other neighbours have extended their kitchens. Subject to the necessary planning consent, there is potential for something similar for this property.
This property is available chain free.
TENURE: Freehold
EPC Rating: D
The Roman Road and Bow Neighbourhood
This sought after neighbourhood is a thriving, highly desirable and lively place to live, with good schools, beautiful green spaces and a well-known food and drink culture. The excellent transport links provide easy access to the City, Canary Wharf and beyond, making it an ideal location for professionals and families alike.
Kenilworth Road and the other Victorian streets of the Driffield Road Conservation area are not only an architectural delight, but they are very friendly and have a strong community feel, and the house is in the catchment area of the popular Chisenhale Primary School.
Despite the quietness of the immediate locality, the Roman Road and Bow in general, provide bustle and life with a plethora of independent cafes, bars and restaurants to choose from and a variety of convenience stores are at hand. From independent boutiques to well-known high street brands, there is something to suit all tastes and budgets.
The famous Roman Road Market offers an eclectic mix of vintage clothing, fresh produce, and artisanal goods, and there is a Sunday food market in the park, with Broadway and the Columbia Road Flower Markets, a 20-minute stroll along the picturesque Regents Canal.
Mile End tube station is just a short walk away from where the Central, District, and Hammersmith and City lines can be accessed, providing easy access to all parts of the city. Express coaches to Stanstead Airport leave from Mile End, and from Whitechapel, two stops west of Mile End, Heathrow Airport can be reached in 35 minutes via the Elizabeth Line. There are also excellent bus links, including the number 8, 277, 425 and 339 buses, making it easy to get around the local area in all directions and beyond.
Victoria Park, which is a 213-acre park that was opened in 1845 and is one of the oldest public parks in London. It features a large lake, numerous walking and cycling paths, playgrounds, cafes, and sports facilities. The park also hosts various events throughout the year, including music festivals,
food markets, and sporting events. It is considered one of the most popular and well-loved parks in London, providing a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. The Olympic Park and London Stadium are a 20-minute walk away, and the Regents Canal, that flows beside Victoria Park, connects Limehouse Basin and the Thames to the South and Islington to the north.
It is no wonder that properties are in high demand in this special area, with its unique blend of old-world charm, modern-day convenience and beautiful green spaces.
Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold
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