Flat E, 92, Fordwych Road, London, NW2 3TJ

A light-filled hideaway above the treetops. Tucked away at the top of an attractive period building, this one-bedroom apartment has a character all of its own.

The architecture of the roofline creates interesting angles throughout, giving the rooms a sense of individuality without compromising on space.

The reception room is particularly inviting, with warm wood flooring and a broad bank of windows drawing in plenty of natural light and framing leafy views beyond.

It’s an easy, comfortable space with enough room to create distinct areas for relaxing, dining and entertaining.

The separate kitchen makes clever use of the eaves, with a large rooflight bringing daylight directly over the workspace, while the bedroom continues the apartment’s bright and peaceful feel.

Built-in storage has been neatly incorporated beneath the roofline, leaving plenty of usable floor space for a desk or dressing area.

Perhaps the biggest surprise lies downstairs: Residents have access to a wonderfully generous communal garden, surrounded by mature trees and planting.

It feels remarkably removed from London and offers a rare amount of outdoor space for a one-bedroom home.

Fordwych Road is a handsome, tree-lined residential street on the borders of West Hampstead, with the shops, restaurants and everyday conveniences of West End Lane within easy reach.

Kilburn Underground station is nearby for the Jubilee line, while Brondesbury Overground and West Hampstead’s Underground, Overground and Thameslink connections provide excellent access across London and beyond.

It’s a particularly appealing balance: The energy and convenience of West Hampstead close at hand, with a quieter, greener place to retreat to at the end of the day.