House For Sale £885,000
Full of light, warmth and character, this spacious four-bedroom period house – built around the 1920’s - features a 40ft private garden and a double garage. It is also close to transport links, local shops, and the beautiful green spaces of Hollow Ponds and Epping Forest.
From the street, the house welcomes you with a wide herringbone-paved double driveway with ample parking for two cars and an attractive red brick frontage set with five double windows. Stone sills and lintels, and a timber front door featuring a decorative stained-glass panel, round off the exterior.
Stepping into the hallway, a repointed, white-painted exposed brick wall to your left makes the space feel bright and contemporary, as do the practical inset coir doormat and central pendant light.
To your right, leafy green palm wallpaper adds a pop of colour before continuing beside a staircase with original Arts and Crafts-style balusters and three storage cupboards of varying size beneath; the largest is ideal for use as a coat closet.
The neutral wool loop carpet in the hallway flows into the living room. The current owners tell us that the two tall windows, fitted with bespoke roller blinds and sheer curtains, fill the room with sunlight, creating a wonderful warmth ideal for houseplants.
The exposed brick wall adjoining the hallway has been painted white here also, while the other walls throughout the ground floor have thermal lining paper underneath the wallpaper for a lovely smooth finish. Other details include coving and a decorative rose to the ceiling, a modern chandelier pendant light, a low-level radiator beneath the windows, and three bespoke walnut-toned floating shelves.
Fitted with shutters to close off the different spaces as needed, the wide archway leads into a dining room with a coved ceiling, another decorative rose with a chandelier, and a trio of white floating shelves like those next door.
Retro-inspired sage geometric wallpaper covers one wall, while the others feature a warm neutral shade. The long radiator sitting beneath the wide triple window has been fitted with a bespoke bamboo blind and looks out into the conservatory.
The current owners are open to including the freestanding baby blue Smeg fridge and vintage 1970s g-Plan sideboard here (as well as the 1980s Ercol sideboard in the conservatory) in the sale.
Another wide arch with shutters leads to the kitchen, where striking citrine and white chequerboard floor tiles and a chandelier tie in with the vintage vibe of the dining area. Glossy flat-fronted modern cream units pair with a wood-effect worktop and cream metro tiles laid in brick formation to the splashback.
There is a one-and-a-half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer with chrome mixer tap, with integrated appliances including a five-ring hob with a steel and glass overhead extractor, and a Bosch oven. Open shelving and a tambour cupboard with a rolling shutter front provide plenty of clever storage, plus there’s also under-counter space for yet more storage or another appliance.
The kitchen door leads to a conservatory decorated in a sandy hue with practical wood laminate. The sloped, reeded roof brings in plenty of light, along with the wide windows and glazed back door look onto the garden.
A further doorway leads to a separate utility room containing a washing machine, a sink, worktop space and more storage. The boiler is also housed here.
Back in the hallway, follow the stairs, fitted with a neutral wool carpet, up to the first floor. The master double bedroom at the front enjoys the morning sunshine from two large windows fitted with full-height white plantation shutters and low-level radiators beneath. The natural sisal carpet complements the bespoke handcrafted grey-washed wood panelling and colour-blocked paintwork for a calming feel.
The second double bedroom lies beyond and overlooks the garden through a large window fitted with two roller blinds above a radiator. The walls are painted warming shades of russet and blush, while a neutral striped carpet runs underfoot.
Beside the master, you’ll find a carpeted single that would make an ideal study or nursery, where sunny yellow walls enhance the light from a front-facing window and a ceiling pendant. There’s also a radiator.
A good-sized frosted window in the rear family bathroom brightens white foliage-print tiles and duck egg blue walls. The contemporary scheme includes a floating wall-hung basin with a wood-toned vanity and matching mirrored storage to echo the luxury dark wood-effect vinyl flooring.
However, the fabulous freestanding double-ended bath with a chrome mixer and shower attachment acts as the main focal point. There’s also a close-coupled loo, a heated towel rail radiator, wall shelving and a chrome wall-mounted towel rail.
Return to the hallway again, passing a handy storage cupboard, and take the wool-carpeted staircase to the second floor. Here, the spacious, light, and airy fourth double bedroom could easily make an alternative master, with a Velux window to the front and a wide window to the rear looking out over the treetops.
The plaster-toned walls and oak-engineered flooring add warmth, while large mirrored wardrobes provide plenty of storage and create the perfect spot for yoga. A radiator, eaves storage, and a glass globe ceiling light complete the offering upstairs.
Next to the bedroom, you’ll find a modern shower room with travertine-toned wall tiles topped with a terrazzo-style border. There’s a large basin with a roomy vanity and a chrome mixer tap, a storage mirror with integrated light, a chrome heated towel rail, and a shower with a glass screen.
Outside, half-height timber fencing encloses the 40ft garden, where a paved path leads down the grassy lawn to an incredibly useful double garage (also accessible from James Lane).
The flower borders on either side include mature plants such as a long-stemmed red rose bush, lavender and Magnolia, plus cherry and pear trees. The current owners have successfully grown vegetables here too.
A note from the owners:
‘"We've always liked the tranquil, sunny vibes in the bedrooms and the yoga space in the loft. Downstairs is perfect for entertaining, and the garden is great for BBQs and simple Sunday gardening in the veg patch. The garage is handy for storing bikes to explore the cycle routes around Hollow Ponds too."
in the neighbourhood:
Forest Drive East occupies a convenient spot in Upper Leytonstone, about a 14-minute walk from Leyton Midland Road station and a similarly short distance from Leytonstone Underground (Central Line – 24 hours at weekends). The town centre is also close by, where you’ll find local favourites on the High Road, such as The Red Lion pub, Wild Goose Bakery, Panda Dim Sum, Yard Sale Pizza, Perky Blenders coffee and plenty more besides.
The current owners also recommend San Marino Café for great breakfasts, Fitness Hub Leytonstone for community based fitness classes, and Primrose Florists for flowers and plants.
Some fantastic open green spaces within walking distance include Leyton Flats or Henry Reynolds Gardens (both reachable within 15-20 minutes), with Wanstead Flats and Park extending beyond.
Alternatively, hop onto the A12 and head down to Stratford for shopping and to enjoy sporting events and concerts at the London Stadium, continue to Canary Wharf, or take the A11 into the heart of the city.
Barclay Primary School (rated Outstanding by Ofsted) is six minutes’ walk away. You can also reach both Gwyn Jones Primary (Good) and Leyton Sixth Form (Good) in eight minutes or Leytonstone School (Good) in just two.
EPC Rating: D
Parking - Garage
From the street, the house welcomes you with a wide herringbone-paved double driveway with ample parking for two cars and an attractive red brick frontage set with five double windows. Stone sills and lintels, and a timber front door featuring a decorative stained-glass panel, round off the exterior.
Stepping into the hallway, a repointed, white-painted exposed brick wall to your left makes the space feel bright and contemporary, as do the practical inset coir doormat and central pendant light.
To your right, leafy green palm wallpaper adds a pop of colour before continuing beside a staircase with original Arts and Crafts-style balusters and three storage cupboards of varying size beneath; the largest is ideal for use as a coat closet.
The neutral wool loop carpet in the hallway flows into the living room. The current owners tell us that the two tall windows, fitted with bespoke roller blinds and sheer curtains, fill the room with sunlight, creating a wonderful warmth ideal for houseplants.
The exposed brick wall adjoining the hallway has been painted white here also, while the other walls throughout the ground floor have thermal lining paper underneath the wallpaper for a lovely smooth finish. Other details include coving and a decorative rose to the ceiling, a modern chandelier pendant light, a low-level radiator beneath the windows, and three bespoke walnut-toned floating shelves.
Fitted with shutters to close off the different spaces as needed, the wide archway leads into a dining room with a coved ceiling, another decorative rose with a chandelier, and a trio of white floating shelves like those next door.
Retro-inspired sage geometric wallpaper covers one wall, while the others feature a warm neutral shade. The long radiator sitting beneath the wide triple window has been fitted with a bespoke bamboo blind and looks out into the conservatory.
The current owners are open to including the freestanding baby blue Smeg fridge and vintage 1970s g-Plan sideboard here (as well as the 1980s Ercol sideboard in the conservatory) in the sale.
Another wide arch with shutters leads to the kitchen, where striking citrine and white chequerboard floor tiles and a chandelier tie in with the vintage vibe of the dining area. Glossy flat-fronted modern cream units pair with a wood-effect worktop and cream metro tiles laid in brick formation to the splashback.
There is a one-and-a-half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer with chrome mixer tap, with integrated appliances including a five-ring hob with a steel and glass overhead extractor, and a Bosch oven. Open shelving and a tambour cupboard with a rolling shutter front provide plenty of clever storage, plus there’s also under-counter space for yet more storage or another appliance.
The kitchen door leads to a conservatory decorated in a sandy hue with practical wood laminate. The sloped, reeded roof brings in plenty of light, along with the wide windows and glazed back door look onto the garden.
A further doorway leads to a separate utility room containing a washing machine, a sink, worktop space and more storage. The boiler is also housed here.
Back in the hallway, follow the stairs, fitted with a neutral wool carpet, up to the first floor. The master double bedroom at the front enjoys the morning sunshine from two large windows fitted with full-height white plantation shutters and low-level radiators beneath. The natural sisal carpet complements the bespoke handcrafted grey-washed wood panelling and colour-blocked paintwork for a calming feel.
The second double bedroom lies beyond and overlooks the garden through a large window fitted with two roller blinds above a radiator. The walls are painted warming shades of russet and blush, while a neutral striped carpet runs underfoot.
Beside the master, you’ll find a carpeted single that would make an ideal study or nursery, where sunny yellow walls enhance the light from a front-facing window and a ceiling pendant. There’s also a radiator.
A good-sized frosted window in the rear family bathroom brightens white foliage-print tiles and duck egg blue walls. The contemporary scheme includes a floating wall-hung basin with a wood-toned vanity and matching mirrored storage to echo the luxury dark wood-effect vinyl flooring.
However, the fabulous freestanding double-ended bath with a chrome mixer and shower attachment acts as the main focal point. There’s also a close-coupled loo, a heated towel rail radiator, wall shelving and a chrome wall-mounted towel rail.
Return to the hallway again, passing a handy storage cupboard, and take the wool-carpeted staircase to the second floor. Here, the spacious, light, and airy fourth double bedroom could easily make an alternative master, with a Velux window to the front and a wide window to the rear looking out over the treetops.
The plaster-toned walls and oak-engineered flooring add warmth, while large mirrored wardrobes provide plenty of storage and create the perfect spot for yoga. A radiator, eaves storage, and a glass globe ceiling light complete the offering upstairs.
Next to the bedroom, you’ll find a modern shower room with travertine-toned wall tiles topped with a terrazzo-style border. There’s a large basin with a roomy vanity and a chrome mixer tap, a storage mirror with integrated light, a chrome heated towel rail, and a shower with a glass screen.
Outside, half-height timber fencing encloses the 40ft garden, where a paved path leads down the grassy lawn to an incredibly useful double garage (also accessible from James Lane).
The flower borders on either side include mature plants such as a long-stemmed red rose bush, lavender and Magnolia, plus cherry and pear trees. The current owners have successfully grown vegetables here too.
A note from the owners:
‘"We've always liked the tranquil, sunny vibes in the bedrooms and the yoga space in the loft. Downstairs is perfect for entertaining, and the garden is great for BBQs and simple Sunday gardening in the veg patch. The garage is handy for storing bikes to explore the cycle routes around Hollow Ponds too."
in the neighbourhood:
Forest Drive East occupies a convenient spot in Upper Leytonstone, about a 14-minute walk from Leyton Midland Road station and a similarly short distance from Leytonstone Underground (Central Line – 24 hours at weekends). The town centre is also close by, where you’ll find local favourites on the High Road, such as The Red Lion pub, Wild Goose Bakery, Panda Dim Sum, Yard Sale Pizza, Perky Blenders coffee and plenty more besides.
The current owners also recommend San Marino Café for great breakfasts, Fitness Hub Leytonstone for community based fitness classes, and Primrose Florists for flowers and plants.
Some fantastic open green spaces within walking distance include Leyton Flats or Henry Reynolds Gardens (both reachable within 15-20 minutes), with Wanstead Flats and Park extending beyond.
Alternatively, hop onto the A12 and head down to Stratford for shopping and to enjoy sporting events and concerts at the London Stadium, continue to Canary Wharf, or take the A11 into the heart of the city.
Barclay Primary School (rated Outstanding by Ofsted) is six minutes’ walk away. You can also reach both Gwyn Jones Primary (Good) and Leyton Sixth Form (Good) in eight minutes or Leytonstone School (Good) in just two.
EPC Rating: D
Parking - Garage
