5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Dalmore Road, London SE21

Situated within the sought-after Rosendale Road Conservation Area, renowned for its attractive Victorian architecture and tree-lined residential streets, this substantial three-storey Victorian home combines period character, off-street parking and one of the area's standout features a beautiful west-facing garden.

The Beautiful Back Garden Just Keeps Going... Over 15m long, mature and private, with a summerhouse that could be a workspace, a studio or simply somewhere to relax. All this behind a substantial three-storey Victorian home with parking, only a short walk from West Dulwich station.

It’s rare to find a 15m back garden in SE21, even rarer to find one without a substantial rear extension eating into half of it. Here you get the full run - a paved patio for the table and chairs, a lawn for the kids and, right at the far end, a versatile wooden studio.

The west-facing garden itself has been genuinely loved. David Austin roses line the beds, there's a camellia the current owners are sad to leave, and an old peony in the patio border that flowers every spring. It's the kind of planting you only get from someone who's spent years working out what actually thrives.

Back inside, the entrance hall runs through in a soft green, with parquet flooring underfoot and a stunning staircase that climbs all the way to the attic.

The traditional Victorian layout remains on the ground floor, with a double reception room stretching almost 28ft, easily zoned into separate living and sitting areas.

The kitchen has been done properly, with Magnet fitted units and a freestanding Samsung fridge freezer. It's separated from the dining room by sliding doors, so you can shut off the kitchen clutter without shutting off the light.

The dining room itself is decorated in a bold Zoffany yellow and full of character, the kind of room friends and family remember.

Upstairs, five double bedrooms and two bathrooms spread across two floors give a family real room to grow.

On the first floor, the main bedroom has Colefax & Fowler wallpaper and Farrow & Ball paint, oak flooring and its own fitted storage. Two further bedrooms offer flexibility, with the smaller room at the rear perfect for a home office or nursery.

Up on the second floor, a guest bedroom has been separated from its own bathroom with a door, giving visitors - or a teenager wanting some independence - a proper suite of their own, tucked away under the eaves.

Outside, the sought-after driveway parking means you're never circling the block after a long day.

There’s a handy parade of shops just round the corner on Rosendale Road for your daily essentials, from last-minute birthday presents at Wigwam to local food staples via the butcher, baker, organic shop and newsagent.

Caffè Salva is another local favourite, the kind of place you'll end up defaulting to for coffee, smoothies and weekend brunch.

The street is friendly and welcoming in the best way, with neighbours who know each other and a street WhatsApp group, street parties and occasional Play Street days when the road closes to traffic.

There are also several well-regarded independent schools close by and Rosendale Primary School - rated Outstanding by Ofsted and only a 10-minute walk away, is a big part of what attracts local families to the area.

West Dulwich station is only a 10-minute walk away, with fast and frequent trains taking you to Victoria in around 13 minutes, making the commute surprisingly stress-free and simple.

Belair Park is just by the station, perfect for tennis and coffee, while Brockwell Park, Dulwich Park and Sydenham Woods are all within easy walking distance.

If you want a substantial family home with real garden space, parking and a versatile studio that gives you options, all within easy reach of West Dulwich station, Belair Park and Dulwich Village, this one is well worth a look.

EPC Rating: D