A unique and spacious Victorian period house, on the corner of Chisenhale Road and Kenilworth Road, a quiet, sought-after, tree lined street in the Driffield Road Conservation Area. This property was last sold in 1992, it has been well maintained but would benefit from some modernization. The sash windows have been replaced with wooden double-glazed sliding box sash windows with the exception of one window.

Being the corner house the design of the interior is a surprisingly generous 1674 square feet / 155.6 square metres across three floors comprising a through lounge, a kitchen living dining room, five bedrooms, a bathroom, a shower room and a lovely courtyard garden with lots of different plants and small trees. The house benefits from lots of original character, features, and storage.

Accommodation

The front door is on the side of the house on Kenilworth Road, with five steps up into a recessed porch. On the raised ground floor, there is an entrance hallway, an attractive through lounge that benefits from the extra width of the building at the front, large sash windows, and a marble fireplace, there is also a bedroom located at the rear.

Upstairs there is a sizeable landing with a sash window and access to the loft which in turn has a hatch providing access to the main roof for maintenance. The master bedroom is at the front of the house, another double bedroom facing the garden, the family bathroom, and another bedroom at the rear, accessed via some steps down from the landing.

The staircase from the entrance hallway leads down to the lower ground floor into a small hall, with fitted storage cupboards on two walls, a utility storeroom that currently houses a fridge freezer, as well as the utility meters and the consumer unit. The through room has a ceramic tiled floor and houses the kitchen living dining room, this appealing room has half-glazed double doors to the front providing access to the front courtyard with paving, planting, and railings above. The two fire breasts and the wall in between are exposed bricks. The fitted kitchen is located at the front making the most of the additional width, the boiler is in the opposite front corner. The living area at the rear has fully glazed double doors that open onto the rear garden, there is a log burner, our vendor informs us that the lining had been damaged and would require replacing to enable the burner to be used. From the hallway there is access to the fifth bedroom/garden room on this level with an original sash window and a fully glazed door onto the rear garden, there is an ensuite shower/wet room.

The rear garden is small for the area at approximately 4.4 X 4.1 metres, it is South facing has paving and abundant planting with a Mediterranean feel, including Olive, Fig, Philadelphus, Jasmine, Honeysuckle, Ornamental Hop, Pyracanthas, Eunomous, clematis and roses.

History and Potential

The vendors have replaced the windows and doors with the exception of one window. In August 1992, tanking works were carried out to the flank wall in the basement. Recently some areas of brickwork on the front have been repointed.

Subject to planning permission that observes the conservation area guidelines it could be possible to obtain permission for a mansard roof extension adding another floor of accommodation.

Tenure: Freehold

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.

Chisenhale 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.

Mile End park and Hertford Union Canal are 2 minutes’ walk away from your door step.

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, D6, 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.