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 guideRailton Road, SE24
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Features
- Two double bedrooms
- Private garden
- Victorian conversion
- Private entrance
- Neutrally well-presented throughout
- Brixton a four-minute walk
- Herne Hill a seven-minute stroll
- Brockwell Park in under five minutes by foot
- Victoria Line and two overground stations
- Chain-free & share of freehold
Property details
Keating Estates are proud to present to market an appealing two double bedroom maisonette with private garden on the desirable Railton Road. This charming property is positioned within close proximity to the rolling greenery of Brockwell Park, equidistant to both Brixton and Herne Hill, whilst also being within the LTN.
Measuring up at almost 700 square feet of internal space this delightful flat has its own private entrance and feels like an inviting home from the moment you step inside, boasting wooden floors throughout creating a lovely flow and warming ambience.
Both bedrooms are comfortable doubles with neutral décor and built-in wardrobes, separated from one another by the conveniently located bathroom, offering both bedrooms a desirable level of privacy, ideal for those looking for the potential to rent out a room. The bathroom is spacious, equipped with both bath and overhead shower, with handy storage for a tidy finish.
The reception room offers generous proportions in which to lounge and dine, with dual aspect windows and a large pane door leading out to the garden, this sizeable room is a versatile space, perfect for unwinding or entertaining guests over dinner at the table. Pretty French doors lead into the kitchen to the rear, which offers further space for a more casual dining table. Sleek and contemporary the kitchen cabinets offer ample storage, wrapping around in an L-shape to create an ergonomic and social environment in which to cook, with pretty views over the garden to the rear and an appealing lofty ceiling.
Accessed from both the kitchen and reception, the private garden is a low-maintenance spot, ready to be enjoyed from the moment the weather permits. Laid to paving with a raised seating area to the rear, shrouded by planters for a leafy touch. This is the ideal outdoor blank canvas to be relished as is yet with the potential for the new purchaser to add their own touches and dress with pretty lights to create an outdoor oasis to your own personal tastes, perfect for al-fresco hosting or simply enjoying a book whilst soaking up the sun.
All in all, this gem of an apartment with tasteful yet neutral finishes throughout, ideal for a stress- free move. With a versatile layout, own front door, well-proportioned rooms, private garden and fantastic location this property will appeal to a wide range of purchasers and early registration of interest is advised.
Railton Road has the huge benefit of Brixton at one end of the street and Herne Hill at the other, whilst also being part of the LTN. Herne Hill is infamous for the award-winning Brockwell Park, which also offers a gym/lido and two cafes. There are two express supermarkets plus an array of independent boutique shops and cafes. A popular Farmers' Market runs every Sunday giving the area a real village feel. There is also a wide array of gastropubs, bakeries and eateries. Brixton has major supermarkets plus a famous vibrant market, Ritzy Cinema and the Upstairs private members club. There is a wide choice of culinary delights within Brixton Village, POP Brixton and throughout Central Brixton. The area also offers a great nightlife such as bars, clubs and live music venues including Hootananny and Electric Brixton and the property will appeal to purchasers contemplating moving to these two in-demand areas. In terms of transport links, you will be spoiled for choice, being half way between Herne Hill and Brixton stations provides the best of both worlds as you have the choice of both over-ground stations plus the start of the speedy Victoria Line, with an interchange to the Northern Line just one stop in. There are regular day and night buses on offer travelling through this well-connected area ready to whisk you away into the city whenever you desire.
Share of freehold. Chain-free.
EPC rating: C (71)
Brixton
0.4 mi / 7 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Herne Hill
0.4 mi / 8 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Brixton
0.5 mi / 10 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Loughborough Junction
0.8 mi / 15 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.
North Dulwich
1.2 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.
Stockwell
1.2 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line and Victoria Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes on the Morden to Barnet/Edgeware, Northern Line (approx) and Via Victoria on the Brixton to Walhamstow Central, Victoria Line.
Clapham North
1.4 mi / 27 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham High Street
1.4 mi / 28 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2 Overground line between Highbury and Islington and Clapham Junction with trains every 5 minutes (approx). Limited service of Southeastern trains to Victoria too.
Denmark Hill
1.5 mi / 30 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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