2 bed flat for sale

Lichfield Road, London E3

Located in a peaceful part of the Bow conservation area, this beautiful two-bedroom flat lies on the first floor of a Victorian terraced house. Its interiors have been sympathetically renovated in recent years, pairing pinewood floors and a contemporary kitchen with original period features. Outside, steps descend to a private garden, a peaceful oasis with plenty of room for potted plants. Mile End Park and Victoria Park are both close by, as are the cafés and independent shops dotted along Roman Road.

The Tour

Lichfield Road is a quiet, tree-lined street. This home sits behind a low parapet wall with a pathway leading to the communal front door. The apartment has its own private entrance and a staircase that leads to the living spaces.

Positioned at the rear, the living, kitchen and dining spaces unfold in an open-plan arrangement. Vaulted ceilings create a dramatic pitch, amplifying the room's volume and creating a bright, airy feel. Bespoke shelves sit neatly in the alcove for storage, while a fireplace offers a focal point, gently delineating the spaces. Lye treated pine floorboards ground the space and add a wonderful sense of extension, while off-white walls painted in Wimborne White by Farrow and Ball reflect natural light.

In the kitchen, understated matt black cabinetry is complemented by ceramic countertops and stainless-steel accents. The sink has been purposefully placed under a large picture window - the perfect spot to enjoy the view.

The bathroom lies just behind the kitchen, decorated with neutral white mosaic tiles and Lusso Stone brushed stainless steel fixtures. It has a bath with a step-in shower.

At the front of the plan lies the main bedroom, which retains the original arched sash windows. Facing south, this room receives exceptional natural light throughout the day. A pared-back scheme here embraces the building's unique period bones.

Next door lies a second well-proportioned double bedroom, currently configured as an office. An original cabinet sits in the hallway between the rooms, providing substantial storage space.

Outdoor Space

The home's private garden is accessed via a glazed door in the living spaces. A set of metal stairs descends to a secluded spot, grounded with shingle and bordered by luscious climbing roses that drape over an original stock brick wall. There is plenty of space for a table and chairs for outdoor dining.

The Area

There is a thriving offering of places to eat, drink and gather in this storied pocket of east London. Local favourites include The Lord Tredegar, Mae + Harvey, Breadery and People’s Wine Roman Road, while further afield are Polentina and Inis. The Chisenhale Gallery, The Whitechapel Gallery and The Young V&A Museum are all nearby, as is York Hall leisure centre and the independent Genesis Cinema.

The house is excellently positioned for many of London’s finest parks, including Mile End Park, Victoria Park and Bethnal Green Gardens. Victoria Park’s 200 acres of green space encompasses a vast boating lake, several activity spaces, tennis courts and the ever-popular Pavilion café at the heart of the park. There is also a delicious food market in the park on Saturdays and Sundays.

On the other side of the park is Victoria Park village with its wonderful selection of organic cafés, shops and delis, including Ginger Pig butchers, The Deli Downstairs, Jonathan Norris fishmongers, Pophams café and a branch of Gail’s.

Mile End station is a 10-minute walk from the house and runs Central, District and Hammersmith and City lines. Whitechapel station is one stop away and provides Elizabeth line services to Heathrow Airport in approximately 30 minutes.

Tenure: Share of Freehold | Lease Length: Approx. 991 years remaining | Service Charge: £200 | Ground Rent: N/A | Council Tax Band: C