Brixton is a melting pot of culture, cuisine and creativity. An explosion of inventive, new restaurants, pop-ups, fashion stores and art galleries sit alongside the many great pubs, music venues and nightclubs that have been around for years. Transport links are excellent, with London Underground (Victoria Line) trains reaching central London in 12 minutes. If you’re craving green space, Brockwell Park and its famed Art Deco lido are close by. Brixton brings together all the best things about London and is one of the most vibrant and diverse places to live south of the river.
Brixton area guideLanercost Road, SW2
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Features
- Two double bedrooms
- Large shared garden
- Victorian conversion
- Over 950 square feet of internal living space
- Separate lounge and kitchen
- Well-presented throughout
- Amenities and transport links of Tulse Hill
- Access to Streatham, Herne Hill, Brixton and West Dulwich
- Short stroll to Brockwell Park
Property details
An immaculate two double bedroom period home set over the first floor, with access to a large garden, located on the popular Lanercost Road, close to the amenities and transport links of Tulse Hill with the rolling greenery of Brockwell Park nearby.
With over 950 square feet of internal living space on offer, the well-considered layout of this beautiful property results in generous room proportions and a bright and airy feel throughout. A stunning hallway provides a welcome entrance with stained glass windows and cleverly disguised mirrored storage. To the front, a spacious lounge sits behind characterful shuttered windows, enjoying a South-facing aspect this characterful room is flooded with sunlight and features high ceilings, offering space for a large dining table and ample room to lounge in front of the ornate fireplace, a true focal point of the room.
Across the landing a separate kitchen is tastefully designed with mirrored shelving and brass fittings offering a stylish pop of colour against neutral shaker style cabinetry, concealing integrated mod-cons and storage space. A sociable space in which to enjoy cooking and dining with loved ones, with the windowed dining area enjoying leafy views over the gardens below.
The principal bedroom sits adjacent to the lounge, a well-proportioned calming room, with fashionable and effective iron radiators, plush carpeting and built in wardrobes, a truly idyllic place to unwind. Also a large double, the second bedroom boasts a characterful fireplace, creating handy alcoves perfect for wardrobes and a dressing table, set to the rear of the property, the separation between the bedrooms allows for a level of privacy, ideal for sharers or the occasional guest.
Finishing the interior of this appealing home is the luxurious bathroom, the pure lines of a contemporary stand-alone bathtub contrasts beautifully against the meandering lines of marble tiling, allowing the new purchaser to relax in style. The large walk-in rain shower mimics the contemporary feel with glass paneling, whilst touches of wood add further vibrancy to this wonderful room.
A large garden is set to the rear, ideal for hosting summer BBQs, putting your gardening skills to the test or simply enjoying a catch-up with one of the neighbours, with whom this leafy spot is shared.
Lanercost Road is a wide tree-lined residential street running between the amenities on offer in Tulse Hill and Streatham Hill. Tulse Hill train station is within a five-minute walk with trains to London Bridge and central London via Southern Rail and the Thames Link. Streatham's vibrant high street with an array of restaurants, cafes, bars, popular schools and shopping facilities are all within easy reach. Herne Hill and West Dulwich are also within easy walking distance offering a village feel and a wide range of amenities. Brockwell Park is a short walk, lauded as London's best outdoor space by locals with its amazing lido among its myriad attractions. Brixton is also a five-minute bus journey or a thirty-minute stroll through Brockwell Park. Early registration of interest is advised.
EPC rating: D (68)
Tulse Hill
0.3 mi / 6 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 Norwood
0.8 mi / 16 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.
Streatham Hill
0.9 mi / 17 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to Victoria via Clapham Junction, London Bridge, Crystal Palace and Sutton.
West Dulwich
1 mi / 20 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southeastern service to London Victoria and Orpington.
Herne Hill
1.2 mi / 23 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Streatham
1.6 mi / 32 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern and First Capital Conect services to Blackfriars via Herne Hill, London Bridge via Peckham Rye, Sutton via Wimbledon and West Croydon.
Brixton
1.8 mi / 35 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
North Dulwich
1.8 mi / 36 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.
Sydenham Hill
1.9 mi / 38 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southeastern services between Victoria and Orpington, via Brixton and Herne Hill.
Gipsy Hill
2 mi / 40 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern services to Victoria, London Bridge, Crystal Palace, West Croydon and Epsom.
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