1-bedroom house · SE13 5RX
For saleReduced £25k (−5.9%) on 30 SepListed 113 days
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Guide Price £425,000-£450,000.
Set within this early 19th Century gated residential development, offering views over expansive private landscaped communal gardens and providing a real sense of community, this outstanding Grade II listed urban cottage us beautifully refurbished and is just 1⁄2 mile from Blackheath Village.
Steeped in history, many of their original features remain whilst they have been wonderfully restored to provide a contemporary modern home.
Set over two floors, this one bedroom cottage features a living room with engineered wood flooring, original feature wooden panelling, and fireplace, along with a separate high-end luxury kitchen on the ground floor.
The shaker-style kitchen boasts white quartz worktops, integrated Bosch appliances including a dishwasher and washer dryer, and a breakfast bar.
Upstairs, you'll find a good-sized master bedroom with original wooden panelling and a stunning modern bathroom. At the rear of the home is a private courtyard perfect for entertaining in the evening.
Additionally, there is a former coal bunker ideal for storing a bike.
There is an exceptionally generous abundance of outside space, with the expansive green central communal gardens and woodland areas providing residents with a serene and ecologically rich outdoor space to socialise, relax, and engage in active outdoor pursuits.
The key for architects Feilden & Mawson was to always remember the original function of these Almshouses.
They were built to create a sense of community and connection where residents would feel proud to belong, and this remains at the core of the development today.
This is an impressive home within a beautifully restored and historic development. Immediate viewing is essential.
Video tours can be seen at Situated just 1⁄2 mile from Blackheath Village, residents enjoy easy access to an array of amenities including bars, restaurants, boutique shops, a farmers market, and a mainline station.
The magnificent Royal Greenwich Park, located just 0.87 miles away, offers serene green spaces, while Greenwich town centre boasts historical landmarks such as the Royal Naval Hospital, the Royal Observatory, the National Maritime Museum, and the restored Cutty Sark.
For local convenience, Manor House Gardens with its children's play park and farmers market is a mere three-minute walk away.
Additionally, the area offers a range of dining and shopping options, including the M&S Food Court and various independent establishments such as La Delice, Found Hope Store, Drink@Bob’s, Otto’s Greenhouse, Sapore Vero, and Park Fever.
Transportation is seamless with Hither Green Station providing access to Central London and London Bridge in just 11 minutes.
Other nearby transport options include Blackheath Station, offering connections to London Bridge, Charing Cross, Victoria, and more.
With access to the DLR, London Overground, buses, riverboats, foot tunnels, and cable cars, commuting to Canary Wharf, the City, and central London is effortless.
With its convenient location, excellent transport links, and renowned schools, Alms Gate is increasingly popular among young professionals and commuters.
The nearby O2 adds to the area's appeal, offering entertainment and leisure options for residents and visitors alike.
Lease remaining: 123 years Ground Rent: Peppercorn Service Charges: £733 pa Local Authority: Lewisham Tax Band: B N.B. These details have been provided by the vendor.
Any interested party should have these checked by a solicitor as part of the purchase process.
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