2 bed Flat For Sale £500,000
Positioned on Wickham Road, a peaceful street in the Brockley conservation area, this two-bedroom apartment has been impeccably executed by the current owners. Characterised by their pared-back palette of neutral tones, the second-floor spaces within are warm and versatile, decorated with natural materials that lend themselves wonderfully to sociable contemporary living. The apartment lies within easy reach of the best of Brockley; it is also just a short walk from the green expanse of Hilly Fields.
The Tour
The house is set back from the street behind a paved front garden, which has been thoughtfully planted with mature trees and shrubbery. The trees rise high, shielding the building from the street and creating both privacy and a verdant outlook from the second-floor apartment within. Smart stone steps ascend to the blue-painted front door, which opens to a communal stairway that leads the way to the apartment.
At the front of the plan is the open-plan living room and kitchen, a generous space that is at once expansive yet intimate. Three large sash windows welcome light in, which flows over the light wooden floorboards and cast-iron radiators. Walls have been painted in a muted neutral shade with a soft, powdery finish, adding subtle texture and creating a calming atmosphere. The living area is currently arranged directly in front of the windows, although the versatile plan would suit a variety of layouts.
The bespoke kitchen is positioned along the rear wall and is entirely open to the living area, ensuring a seamless sense of flow and a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere. Birch ply cabinetry provides ample storage, with worktops in marble quartz adding a confident material contrast; a matte black tap and stainless steel sink complete the carefully considered palette. The built-in oven and induction hob are by Bosch.
A carpeted hallway extends the length of the plan towards the second bedroom at the rear, which is currently arranged as a dining room; this space would work equally well as a dedicated home office. Brilliantly bright, the room has exceptionally high ceilings and is illuminated by a generous sash window that overlooks neighbouring gardens and frames picturesque views of the evening sunset. To the west lies Nunhead Cemetry, while to the north The Shard is visible in the distance. Bespoke shutters surround the window, and walls with the same soft plaster finish gently enclose the space.
The main bedroom lies in the middle of the plan and is a peaceful, serene space. Two sash windows are positioned in the rear wall at differing heights, creating a playful misalignment and framing leafy views over the gardens below. Large built-in wardrobes provide ample storage and a fanlight above the door encourages the flow of light towards the hallway beyond.
The bathroom contains considered touches of a somewhat more traditional aesthetic with a built-in shower and a polished silver heated towel rail. However, contemporary touches such as birch ply cabinetry, white floor tiles and plaster-finish wall paint ensure the space remains suitably sleek and modern.
Outdoor Space
The apartment is sold with joint ownership of a portion of the rear garden. Accessed via a mews at the back of the building, the space is paved with concrete but has great potential.
The Area
Wickham Road is positioned between Brockley and St Johns in southeast London. There are numerous cafes, restaurants and bars all within easy reach, including now-legendary Browns of Brockley coffee shop, Joyce natural wine bar and l’Oculto for excellent tapas, as well as a wide array of other options including The Tapas Room, Sparrow, and Artusi’s sister-restaurant Marcella. Other local favourites include Salthouse Bottles, for wine and beer, and the community-owned pub Ivy House. Brockley Farmers’ Market runs nearby every Saturday. Neighbouring Peckham and Deptford are within easy reach and both have thriving music, art and culinary scenes.
Hilly Fields, arguably one of London’s finest parks, is less than 10 minutes from the house. As well as its expansive green spaces and elevated views across the city, it has a cafe, a playground and a nature reserve, as well as tennis and basketball courts. Brockley & Ladywell Cemetery is also a short walk from the house. Spanning 37 acres of beautiful green space, it is all protected within the Brockley conservation area. Telegraph Hill Lower and Upper parks are also within a 15-minute walk.
The house is incredibly well connected, with three stations within a 10-minute walk. Brockley Station is five minutes away and runs London Overground services to Canada Water (Jubilee Line), Shoreditch, and Whitechapel (which will connect to Crossrail upon its completion). Brockley also runs direct services to London Bridge in around 10 minutes via Southern Rail. St Johns station runs direct services to London Bridge (Jubilee and Northern lines) and Cannon Street (Circle and District Lines). Lewisham operates the DLR, for connections to Canary Wharf, Bank and National Rail services to Charing Cross.
Tenure: Share of Freehold
Underlying Lease Length: Approx. 999 years remaining
Service Charge: Approx. £1,250 per annum
Council Tax Band: C
The Tour
The house is set back from the street behind a paved front garden, which has been thoughtfully planted with mature trees and shrubbery. The trees rise high, shielding the building from the street and creating both privacy and a verdant outlook from the second-floor apartment within. Smart stone steps ascend to the blue-painted front door, which opens to a communal stairway that leads the way to the apartment.
At the front of the plan is the open-plan living room and kitchen, a generous space that is at once expansive yet intimate. Three large sash windows welcome light in, which flows over the light wooden floorboards and cast-iron radiators. Walls have been painted in a muted neutral shade with a soft, powdery finish, adding subtle texture and creating a calming atmosphere. The living area is currently arranged directly in front of the windows, although the versatile plan would suit a variety of layouts.
The bespoke kitchen is positioned along the rear wall and is entirely open to the living area, ensuring a seamless sense of flow and a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere. Birch ply cabinetry provides ample storage, with worktops in marble quartz adding a confident material contrast; a matte black tap and stainless steel sink complete the carefully considered palette. The built-in oven and induction hob are by Bosch.
A carpeted hallway extends the length of the plan towards the second bedroom at the rear, which is currently arranged as a dining room; this space would work equally well as a dedicated home office. Brilliantly bright, the room has exceptionally high ceilings and is illuminated by a generous sash window that overlooks neighbouring gardens and frames picturesque views of the evening sunset. To the west lies Nunhead Cemetry, while to the north The Shard is visible in the distance. Bespoke shutters surround the window, and walls with the same soft plaster finish gently enclose the space.
The main bedroom lies in the middle of the plan and is a peaceful, serene space. Two sash windows are positioned in the rear wall at differing heights, creating a playful misalignment and framing leafy views over the gardens below. Large built-in wardrobes provide ample storage and a fanlight above the door encourages the flow of light towards the hallway beyond.
The bathroom contains considered touches of a somewhat more traditional aesthetic with a built-in shower and a polished silver heated towel rail. However, contemporary touches such as birch ply cabinetry, white floor tiles and plaster-finish wall paint ensure the space remains suitably sleek and modern.
Outdoor Space
The apartment is sold with joint ownership of a portion of the rear garden. Accessed via a mews at the back of the building, the space is paved with concrete but has great potential.
The Area
Wickham Road is positioned between Brockley and St Johns in southeast London. There are numerous cafes, restaurants and bars all within easy reach, including now-legendary Browns of Brockley coffee shop, Joyce natural wine bar and l’Oculto for excellent tapas, as well as a wide array of other options including The Tapas Room, Sparrow, and Artusi’s sister-restaurant Marcella. Other local favourites include Salthouse Bottles, for wine and beer, and the community-owned pub Ivy House. Brockley Farmers’ Market runs nearby every Saturday. Neighbouring Peckham and Deptford are within easy reach and both have thriving music, art and culinary scenes.
Hilly Fields, arguably one of London’s finest parks, is less than 10 minutes from the house. As well as its expansive green spaces and elevated views across the city, it has a cafe, a playground and a nature reserve, as well as tennis and basketball courts. Brockley & Ladywell Cemetery is also a short walk from the house. Spanning 37 acres of beautiful green space, it is all protected within the Brockley conservation area. Telegraph Hill Lower and Upper parks are also within a 15-minute walk.
The house is incredibly well connected, with three stations within a 10-minute walk. Brockley Station is five minutes away and runs London Overground services to Canada Water (Jubilee Line), Shoreditch, and Whitechapel (which will connect to Crossrail upon its completion). Brockley also runs direct services to London Bridge in around 10 minutes via Southern Rail. St Johns station runs direct services to London Bridge (Jubilee and Northern lines) and Cannon Street (Circle and District Lines). Lewisham operates the DLR, for connections to Canary Wharf, Bank and National Rail services to Charing Cross.
Tenure: Share of Freehold
Underlying Lease Length: Approx. 999 years remaining
Service Charge: Approx. £1,250 per annum
Council Tax Band: C
