From the colourful parade of shops that lines it pedestrianised centre, to its long-standing pubs, much-loved restaurants and renowned weekly market, Herne Hill is teeming with independent businesses and its devoted local community works hard to retain its unique charm. There are several outstanding schools and connections are great, with regular trains from Herne Hill station going to London Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon. It’s crowning glory is Brockwell Park, one of the most beautiful parks in London, and its Art Deco lido and café, which are popular all year round.
Herne Hill area guideNorwood Road, SE24
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Features
- One double bedroom
- Close to 500 square feet of well-appointed internal space
- Bright and airy throughout
- Stunning historic period conversion
- Juliet balcony
- Bike storage
- Opposite Brockwell Park
- Communal roof terrace
- Moments from the heart of Herne Hill
- Chain-free
Property details
A fantastic one bedroom conversion flat, arranged over the second floor and set within a stunning period building, overlooking Brockwell Park and moments from the heart of Herne Hill. This well-proportioned, bright and airy property will appeal to a wide range of purchasers due to the size, location and appealing characteristics.
With close to 500 square feet of well-appointed space, the property feels comfortable and airy throughout. The spacious open-plan living area is ideal for entertaining or relaxing and unwinding, with floor to ceiling glass doors that open onto a pretty Juliet balcony, flooding the room with natural light and creating a beautiful atmosphere. There is ample dimensions for a cosy lounge area, plenty of room for dining, optional work-from-home space and a well-equipped contemporary kitchen with plenty of storage. The property is ideal for entertaining and would be perfect as a first-time-buy or buy-to-let investment. Adjacent, a generous bedroom with plenty of built-in storage. A family-sized bathroom completes this charming property. The flat further benefits from bike storage and access to a communal roof terrace, perfect for watching the sun set into the distance in the warmer months.
Set within a historic period building ‘The Fisher Book Binding Building’ which was originally a book binders in the 1800s, this property boasts a considerably handsome façade and an unrivalled location opposite the vast spaces of Brockwell Park and its 1930s Lido. The pubs and restaurants in Herne Hill, the Sunday market, and the train station are all on your doorstep. In the other direction, you have all the amenities on offer in Tulse Hill with fantastic transport links into central London. Herne Hill and Tulse Hill stations allow access to Victoria, Canary Wharf, London Bridge and The City, all within forty minutes door to door. Last but not least, the restaurants and shops within the lauded Brixton Village, Brixton High Street and Brixton Station are all within walking distance. Having an entrance to Brockwell Park within touching distance is really appealing, and early registration of interest is advised.
Herne Hill
0.5 mi / 9 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Tulse Hill
0.8 mi / 16 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern and First Capital Connect services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, Blackfriars, West Croydon, Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace and Sutton via Wimbledon.
West Dulwich
0.8 mi / 17 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southeastern service to London Victoria and Orpington.
North Dulwich
1.1 mi / 22 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.
Brixton
1.3 mi / 26 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
West Norwood
1.4 mi / 28 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern Service to and from London Victoria, London Bridge, Beckenham Junction and Sutton via West Croydon, with many services calling at Crystal Palace, which is two stops away to the south. The typical journey time into London Victoria is about 25 minutes.
Brixton
1.4 mi / 28 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Loughborough Junction
1.5 mi / 28 mins walk
Route & infoTrains north to Blackfriars (8 mins), Farrindon (15 mins) and Kings Cross/St Pancras (18 mins) and beyond up to north west London every 10 mins at rush hour.
Denmark Hill
1.8 mi / 35 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, this station enjoys Overground, Southern, Southeastern services to, amongst others, Highbury and Islington via Canada Water, Victoria, Blackfriars, Clapham Junction, West Croydon and Sevenoaks.
East Dulwich
1.9 mi / 37 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.
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