This exquisite double fronted, six-bedroom, two-bathroom, Grade II listed Villa (2,506 Sq. Ft) combines the character and charm of a Victorian home with a contemporary style and palette, making easy, stylish living for the modern-day family. The wonderful, sympathetic renovation and interior design creates a subtle play between classic and modern.
Upon arrival you are met by an imposing home which offers plenty of natural width and lateral living. This Victorian Villa is a truly unique home which backs onto Brockwell Park with a wonderfully sunny south facing garden.
Downstairs you have several receptions rooms which all have wonderful proportions throughout and all boast their own unique features and fireplaces. The downstairs living space oozes character and charm with original solid wood flooring throughout along with original working marble fireplaces and wood burners. All the rooms effortlessly flow with one another allowing for modern day living but you also can close off certain rooms which offers versatility if one wanted a study or library. The double reception room at one side of the house flows beautifully into the south facing garden and the kitchen which is the heart of the home. This country retreat kitchen makes you feel as if you are not living in London as you look out onto a gorgeous mature garden with budding magnolia trees and other shrubs. As you proceed and explore downstairs you also will find a large dining room, utility room and downstairs cloakroom and plenty of pantries and storage options.
The windows at the front of the house have been recently installed and the double-glazed wooden sash are with in keeping of the property’s era.
The 87ft garden is a peaceful retreat and offers lots of versatility. The patio area as mentioned is ideal for outside dining and as you proceed down the garden you will find a wonderfully matured garden which backs onto the ever-popular park. A large workshop can also be found in the garden. This peaceful retreat isn’t overlooked and has sense of space and tranquillity.
Upstairs offers any incoming family lots of versatility. This has can be maximised as a six bedroom or can also offer less bedrooms and additional living space. The master bedroom to the rear benefits from a walk-in wardrobe room which is also being currently doubled up as a library, and an en-suite shower room. The master bedroom is a fantastic size and boasts a king-sized bed and has a wonderful large floor to ceiling window which overlooks the garden to the rear.
Finishing off the upstairs there are 5 additional bedrooms which can be utilised in several different ways.
Brixton Water Lane is 0.4 miles from Herne Hill Station, offering direct links to London Bridge, London Victoria & Blackfriars. You are also a short walk to Brixton Station (0.7 Miles) which offers tube and national rail access into Central London.
Herne Hill offers plenty of choice for bars, restaurants and cafes, as well as independent shops. The renowned Brockwell Lido and cafe is close by, as well as the popular Herne Hill Sunday Market. Brixton and Brixton Village are also close by with the Underground and a large array of shops and eateries.
Several highly regarded state schools can also be found nearby including Corpus Christie and Sudbourne Primary School and there are a variety of acclaimed independent schools in striking distance including Herne Hill School, The Laurels, Alleyns, jags and Dulwich College.