2-bedroom maisonette · SE1 3QN
Listing removedReduced £200k (−16%) on 21 JunListed 308 days
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Architecture & Interior Hidden away along a beautifully atmospheric, cobblestone alley, behind the robust façade of a converted Victorian factory, lies a secret that defines unique London living.
Brilliant House is a masterclass in modern industrial design that offers a rare trinity of London luxuries: Total privacy, dedicated parking, and a sun-drenched rooftop terrace.
The property presents a uniquely lateral solution to contemporary life.
Accessed via a secure, private gate directly from the historic Ship and Mermaid Row—a lane named for a pub lost to time—it feels a world away from the city's frenzy.
Head inside via a private front and head up to the first of two floors, a self-contained sanctuary where nearly 1,200 square feet of voluminous space opens out beneath a vaulted roof.
Polished chrome, sleek glass, and warm wood flooring plays out under glazed skylights that flood the interior with an ever-changing canvas of light. This is a home designed for the way we live now.
The vast, open-plan main level is a canvas for your own work-life balance, currently accommodating two adaptable rooms at the far end of the expansive main reception.
Both serve as serene reception areas, awaiting some creative input, whether that be dedicated work/office spaces or bedrooms.
A sizeable main bathroom completes this level, offering a spa-like retreat. The journey upwards reveals another layer of the home’s stylish features.
An internal staircase leads to a second bedroom, from which a commanding, architecturally bold glass bridge beckons.
This is your passage to the home's crowning glory: A private roof terrace and a true tranquil oasis.
Here, surrounded by a marvellous tapestry of the local skyline, you can sun yourself in peace, insulated from the city’s hum by the very same higher-rise buildings that ensure its remarkable tranquillity.
In the Neighbourhood The location is an eclectic contrast. The immediate area is a quiet backwater, a stone's throw from the bustling hubs of London Bridge Station and the City, but incredibly serene.
And when the desire for exploration strikes, you are at the epicentre of one of London's most thriving social circuits.
From the artisan coffee shops and curated restaurants of Bermondsey Street to the vibrant pop-up culture of Vinegar Yard, and the world-class gastronomy of Borough Market and the South Bank, to the Southbank cultured scene hosting The Tate Modern & Globe Theatre just beyond Borough Market which has now gained global recognition.
Transport & Connections Your connection to the capital is both immediate and comprehensive.
A short walk delivers you to the transport epicentre of London Bridge Station, where the Northern and Jubilee lines unlock the entire Underground network.
Key destinations including Charing Cross, Waterloo East, Cannon Street, and Blackfriars are only stops away, while an extensive menu of bus routes provides effortless above-ground access to the city's every quarter.
Material Information Leasehold (999 years from 25 December 1998) Service charge for parking space is £102.08 per quarter, no ground rent Property construction: Traditional brick Heating type: Gas central heating Utilities: Gas, electric, water, broadband Gas & electricity supply: Independently supplied by Utility Warehouse Water supply & sewerage: Mains connected by Thames Water Broadband: Standard download speed 17Mbps, upload speed: 1Mbps.
Ultrafast available (d/s & u/s 1000Mbps) Source: Ofcom Mobile signal/coverage: Likely good external and internal cover on all major networks.
Source: Ofcom Rights and easements: Shared secure car park with allocated parking Flood risk: High risk of current and future surface water on ground level.
Low to very low risk of any other type of flooding. Source: Planning permission: None known at time of listing.
Source: Southwark Council Accessibility/adaptations: Not suitable for wheelchair users Coalfield or mining area: No. Source: The Coal Authority Flight path: Yes. Source: Flightradar24 EPC rating: E.
Mobile signal information: Likely external and internal cover on all major networks. Source: Ofcom
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