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Guide Price £1,000,000 £1,050,000 A spacious four bedroom, end
of terrace Victorian villa in the delightful community of Upper
Leytonstone, served by excellent local amenities and transport
links. Ideal for family living with three reception rooms, en suite
shower room to the main bedroom, a large garden, off road parking,
cellar and many original features.
Approaching the property from the quiet, tree lined
residential street, you ll note the grandeur of the facade, which
matched by other houses on the street, gives an air of Victorian
grandness to the area. As would be expected from a property of this
type, there are some impressive original architectural details,
including a beautiful stone mullioned bay window to the ground and
first floors, topped by an impressive gable and an impressive
arched porch. There s a drop kerb leading to paved off road parking
for a single vehicle, with a garden area to the side. Subject to
any necessary permissions, the parking area could be extended to
accommodate an extra vehicle, as is the case with the neighbouring
properties.
The porch has fully glazed outer doors creating a small,
sheltered vestibule with original geometric floor tiles and tiled
panels to the lower portion of the walls, with a tiled dado rail
above. From the porch, enter the property through the main front
door into the hallway. This space feels light and airy, a feeling
amplified by the unusual layout with the stairs offset to the left
enabling an open view right through the house, including a
tantalising glimpse of the rear garden. Decoration is simple with
light cream walls and there are beautifully preserved original
floorboards. There s space for coats and shoes and a large radiator
to guarantee a warm welcome.
To the left is the first reception room the music room. Here
you ll find high ceilings complemented by wide coving and deep
skirting boards. The impressive bay window brings in abundant
natural light and would be the perfect location for a comfortable
settee, a bespoke window seat or your favourite comfy armchair from
which you can enjoy the view to the street beyond. Current
furniture in this room includes a large piano, which fits
comfortably in the space and highlights the scale of this striking
space. The chimney breast would be the ideal location for an
oversized mirror or feature art piece and the alcoves either side
could accommodate large bookcases for a sense of dramatic symmetry.
Decoration is simple with predominantly white walls, complemented
by a single wall in a modern grey, and flooring is timber
laminate.
Back to the hallway now and past the staircase to the next
room, on the left, which is the morning room looking out to the
side return of the rear garden. Once again, there are some
attractive original features, including a built in cupboard in one
alcove and a spectacular integrated dresser which provides
exceptional storage space. The gas combi boiler is also in this
room and has been cleverly integrated into the second alcove with
the use of some additional integrated storage. There are more of
the original preserved floorboards, as well as a large radiator.
This room makes a great family dining space, with its cosy feel and
proximity to the kitchen.
From the morning room, we ll now move down into the kitchen
via a small set of steps, which epitomise the character of the
property with their slightly worn treads, highlighting the history
on display throughout the house. As you walk down to the kitchen,
you ll note one of the other interesting features of the property,
which is that this rear portion of the house is offset at an angle,
giving a quirky feel to this space. There s an array of modern
style base and wall cabinets, with bevel finished doors and drawer
fronts, and stylish satin chrome handles. Worktops are a granite
effect laminate and there s a stainless steel sink looking out to
the side return of the rear garden. There s also an integrated
stainless steel cooker with matching gas hob above, a radiator and
space for a washing machine. Flooring is slate effect tiles with
contrasting mosaic tiled splashbacks in white. There s also direct
access to the rear garden, which we ll explore later, through a
part glazed rear door.
Heading back through the morning room and as you pass into the
hallway, you ll see the access to the large cellar on your right
which provides useful extra storage.
To your left is another small set of stairs which leads down
to the third reception room, the impressive lounge. This is a
wonderful bright space with exceptionally large patio doors for
access to the garden. The white walls and stripped floorboards
offer a sense of modernity which is balanced by the attractive
original cast iron fireplace. This is a spacious room able to
accommodate large settees or armchairs, storage and display
furniture and an entertainment unit. The generous floorspace offers
the opportunity for a stylish central rug, which could be
complemented by some striking art pieces around the expansive
walls. One alcove has been finished in an attractive teal blue and
is an inviting space for a cosy reading nook or children s play
area.
Take a moment to allow yourself to be distracted by the
impressive view out to the garden, and now we ll head out there to
explore. Through the patio doors you ll find a terrace seating
area, beyond which is a lawn bordered by mature shrubs and trees.
The side return has a useful Belfast sink, a small brick built
storage cupboard, access to the kitchen and side access from the
front of the property via a gate. Already a lovely family garden,
the size, privacy and southwest orientation offers the potential to
a transformation this into a tropical paradise, ideal for lazy days
in the sun and exciting evenings entertaining friends and
family.
Back to the hallway now, where we ll find the stairs to the
first floor. The staircase has original turned wood newel posts,
balusters and handrail and there s an attractive striped stair
carpet, which entices you up to the spacious split level landing
area. The mocha carpet on the landing takes inspiration from the
colours of the stair carpet to create a seamless transition. The
offset angle of the rear of the property, the unusual orientation
of the stairs and the split levels give the landing an eccentric
feel encouraging you to see this space as more than just a means of
accessing the rooms on this level it s a real feature of the
property.
From the top of the stairs, we ll start our exploration of the
first floor by walking straight ahead to the furthest end of the
landing, where we find bedroom three. This is a large double room
which overlooks the rear garden and benefits from its southwest
view with plenty of natural light through its large window. The
original cast iron fireplace and alcoves add character and the
chimney breast would suit a mirror above the mantlepiece. There s
room for a large double bed, bedside cabinets, wardrobes and
additional storage furniture. Once again, decoration is simple with
white walls and there s a light timber laminate floor and a large
radiator.
Back to the landing and on your right, you ll find bedroom
four. This is a single room which has a characterful original, cast
iron fireplace set diagonally in one corner, providing a cosy feel
to the space. Currently set up as a single bedroom, this would also
make an excellent nursery or study. Decoration matches bedroom
three and there s a radiator below the window which faces the quiet
side return of the garden.
As you return along the landing, you ll pass a useful built in
storage cupboard and then you ll arrive at the well appointed
family bathroom. This room has a modern feel, with the space
enhanced by the natural light from two windows. The white three
piece bathroom suite comprises a low flush WC, a large pedestal
washbasin with mirror above, plus a bathtub with shower attachment
above and glazed screen. The full height tiling around the bath is
an unusual and striking mix of several shades of grey in a running
bond pattern, with a complementary run of tile at the end of the
bath in various shades of light teal it s a real designer touch.
Walls are painted white, flooring is a modern grey vinyl and there
s a tall combined radiator and towel rail in chrome.
We ll step back into the landing and up the small set of
stairs to the upper level, which opens out into a wide space, once
again highlighting the intelligent architectural design inherent in
this charming home.
To the right is bedroom two, which is a generous double facing
out towards the rear garden. There s another attractive original
fireplace, whose alcoves make perfect locations for wardrobes or
other storage furniture. Walls are in a combination of white and a
light sage green, with a beech effect timber laminate floor. The
room will accommodate a large double bed and other storage
furniture. There s also a large radiator below the window.
The final room is the large and airy main bedroom. This room
is at the front of the property and spans the full width of the
house. An en suite shower room, which we ll take a look at shortly,
has been cleverly incorporated without detracting from the spacious
feel. The large bay window has the potential to be a real focal
point with, perhaps, an extravagant dressing table or comfortable
chaise longue. There s a second window which brings in even more
natural light. There s plenty of room for a large double bed and
all your bedroom furniture to make this a comfortable
retreat.
The en suite shower room is accessed via a pocket door to save
space and comprises of a WC with cabinet above, a pedestal
washbasin with mirror above and a glazed shower enclosure. Walls
are fully tiled in white with two tiled borders in light and dark
teal. Flooring is practical grey laminate and there s a chrome
radiator towel rail.
The property is situated in the popular Upper Leytonstone
area. The immediate vicinity is a peaceful residential area,
however all the transport links and amenities of vibrant
Leytonstone are just a few minutes away. Leytonstone Central Line
Tube Station is a 15 minute walk and several bus routes can be
accessed in less than 5 minutes. There s easy access to the A12
which will get you to the North Circular and M11 within just a few
minutes.
This area was home to the great Sir Alfred Hitchcock and many
local hospitality businesses have used this as their inspiration,
including The Rear Window Restaurant, The Birds Pub and The
Hitchcock Hotel. Nearby are other pubs, bars and restaurants,
including The Olive Greek restaurant, The Aquila Restaurant and the
highly rated North Star Pub, which is in the lovely conservation
area of Bushwood. There s a large supermarket within half a mile
and many other shops and amenities very close by on the popular
Leytonstone High Road.
This is also a perfect location if you enjoy the great
outdoors, as some of London s best green spaces are close by.
Hollow Pond and Leyton Flats are a 5 minute stroll and Wanstead
Flats, Hackney Marshes and the Walthamstow Wetlands Nature Reserve
are within easy reach.
Seller comments..
I‘ve lived here for 15 years with my two children, who have
both been to local primary and secondary schools and are now in
university. We have been very happy, and this is a lovely tree
lined street, safe, quiet, with friendly neighbours each side. I
like to go running and cycling and that is so easy from here, with
new bike lanes nearby and new bike storage coming to the street.
Epping Forest starts literally at the end of the street. There are
lots of young families moving into the area and the shops, cafes
and pubs around here are great. I‘m selling now as I don‘t need so
much space. It is a great family home and there is plenty of scope
to make it your own and change things as you wish to. It would be
possible to extend into the roof if you wanted more rooms. This is
a chain free sale as I am moving in with my partner and we don‘t
need to buy anywhere.
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MATERIAL INFORMATION
Tenure Freehold
Council tax band E
These property particulars have been prepared by Trading
Places Estate and Letting Agents under the instruction of the owner
and shall not constitute an offer or the basis of any contract.
They are created as a general guide and our visit to the property
was for the purpose of preparing these particulars. No form of
survey, structural or otherwise was carried out. We have not tested
any of the appliances, services or connections and therefore cannot
verify them to be in working order or fit for the purpose. This
includes heating systems. All measurements are subject to a margin
of error, and photographs and floorplans are for guidance purposes
only. Fixtures and fittings are only included subject to
arrangement. Reference made to the tenure and where applicable
lease term is based on information supplied by the owner and
prospective buyers s must make their own enquiries regarding all
matters referred to above.
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