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Beautiful inside and out, this four bedroom Victorian house uses
a palette of meticulously chosen Farrow & Ball shades to create
light and flow throughout the well proportioned rooms, which
feature beautiful details such as exposed brick, oak herringbone
flooring and lovingly restored original features.<⁄p>
Not only is this sumptuous family home perfect for both
entertaining and relaxing, it has recently been extended into the
loft, while the kitchen was opened up into the side return. New
doors and windows were fitted in 2019, along with new handles,
switches, sockets and column style radiators in every
room.<⁄p>
Set on a quiet tree lined street conveniently situated between
Leyton and Walthamstow, the house greets you with a painstakingly
revived and repointed London stock brick frontage, punctuated by
black framed sash windows with earthy toned paintwork to the bay
columns, sills and lintels.<⁄p>
The sandstone paved front garden sits behind a low wall with an
attractive cast iron gate and railings alongside timber planters
filled with various plants and grasses. A recessed, elegantly tiled
porch with arched brick detail leads to the panelled door painted
to match the stonework with a gilded numbered
transom.<⁄p>
Stepping into the hallway, youll find space for coats and a
triple column radiator against warm coral toned walls. The stunning
engineered oak herringbone flooring seen throughout starts here and
flows through double doors into the large double reception room to
your left.<⁄p>
Lit by a tall bay window, a fabulous exposed brick wall runs the
entire length of the space, incorporating a pair of striking
chimney breasts with open hearths. Both are functioning and could
be reinstated with fireplaces or log burners.<⁄p>
While showstopping original detailed ceiling corning is picked
out in white, Farrow & Balls atmospheric Inchyra Blue creates a
dramatic, cosy feel to the walls at the front, segueing into dusty
pink Dead Salmon towards the rear. The current owners tell us
sunlight floods into the south facing living room for most of the
day, creating a glorious effect as it hits the walls. Other details
include two triple column radiators and a modern multi arm globe
ceiling light.<⁄p>
Walk past a useful understairs storage cupboard, a utility
cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine , and a downstairs
cloakroom painted in Farrow & Balls Bancha Green with basin and
concealed cistern toilet to reach the spacious, open plan
kitchen.<⁄p>
The dusky pink paintwork and exposed brick feature wall continue
here, with Inchyra Blue wonderfully accentuating the dining nook
and Lichen providing a link with the greenery outside. Two large
Velux windows and full width sliding doors to the garden invite
light to fill the space, while a large triple column radiator warms
the roomy seating area the welcoming hub of the home.<⁄p>
Installed in 2019, contemporary shaker style cabinetry painted
in Farrow & Balls Treron includes Modern Box internal drawers for
clever functionality and pairs with a marble composite worktop and
stylish hand painted striped backsplash.<⁄p>
A trio of glass pendants hang over the large island, which
comfortably seats four and incorporates a butler sink with a
brushed brass water filter tap. Theres also a five ring gas Kenwood
range with steel overhead extractor, while integrated appliances
include a Fridgemaster fridge⁄freezer, Indesit dishwasher and
Samsung microwave. The boiler, newly fitted in 2020, is also housed
here.<⁄p>
Returning to the hall, take the stairs fitted with a soft
neutral carpet that continues into all three bedrooms on this
floor. Filling the front, the master is lit by two sash windows
with column radiators beneath and a pendant fitting. An exposed
brick chimney breast echoes those downstairs, contrasting with the
Dix Blue walls, plus theres plenty of potential for built in
storage.<⁄p>
Youll find another exposed brick fireplace in the adjacent
second bedroom, painted in Farrow & Balls Setting Plaster. This,
and the third bedroom to the rear decorated in earthy London Stone,
enjoy views over the garden through large casement windows with
column style radiators beneath.<⁄p>
In the family bathroom, newly fitted in 2019, olive green Bancha
walls and a Pink Ground ceiling provide a lovely pop of natural
colour against the large format marble porcelain floor tiles and
matching marble metro wall tiles. Theres a bath with a frameless
glass screen, a countertop bowl basin with a wall hung vanity and
matte black taps, a black heated towel rail radiator and a toilet
beneath the window.<⁄p>
A door beside the master opens to a second staircase and the
open plan loft suite, giving it a private, hotel like feel. The
walls here are painted in calming Ball Green, with a frameless
glass balustrade, while two front facing Velux and garden facing
French doors with a Juliette balcony add to the sense of light and
space.<⁄p>
An overhead skylight further connects you to nature as you watch
the clouds rolling past while lying in bed. Overall, its practical
and beautiful, with plenty of bespoke inbuilt eaves storage and a
column style radiator for warmth.<⁄p>
Lit by a wide window with treetop views, the luxurious en suite
bathroom shares similar marble style wall and floor tiles to
downstairs. Spa like touches include underfloor heating, a walk in
shower with a Crittal style screen, a matte black rainfall shower
and separate handheld attachment, a double ended freestanding bath,
and a wide storage vanity with a pair of countertop bowl basins.
Theres also a wall hung loo and a chrome heated towel rail
radiator.<⁄p>
Enclosed by panelled timber fencing, the 49ft garden features a
decked seating area leading to a grassy lawn and raised planters,
with mature plants including a large apple tree, a damson and
eucalyptus. The sun moves across the garden throughout the day,
starting at the rear before bathing the decking in afternoon and
early evening sunlight, making it ideal for sunbathing or
entertaining in the summer.<⁄p>
A NOTE FROM THE
OWNERS<⁄strong><⁄p>
This home has seen the happiest years of our family so
far. We have injected colour and love into this house, and it‘s
always full of people, friends and laughter. There‘s room enough
for everyone to have their independent space, while the social
areas bring the family together in such a luxurious and homely way.
We love the mix of modernity and heritage charm, colour and calm,
and how it feels cosy despite being so
spacious.<⁄p>
IN THE
NEIGHBOURHOOD<⁄strong><⁄p>
Amberley Road is brilliantly positioned between Leyton
and Walthamstow, close to the many amenities, schools and green
spaces offered by both areas.<⁄p>
Reach the Overground at Leyton Midland Road in 13
minutes, while Walthamstow Central Underground station on the
Victoria Line is just over 15 minutes on foot, whizzing you to
Oxford Street in around half an hour.<⁄p>
Within a five minute stroll, youll find great coffee,
pastries and toasties at Bromleys Cafe highly recommended by the
current owners. In the local area, theres an array of caf©s and
bars Hucks Caf© on Grove Road or Patchworks, which serves excellent
local coffee and craft beer; delicious delicatessen fare at Pinch
La Deli; and wine from Gnarly Vines on Hoe
Street.<⁄p>
Grab a coffee at Perky Blenders next to Leyton Midland
Road station; stop by eco friendly caf© and grocers Cups & Jars;
enjoy a Japanese meal at Bamboo Mat restaurant; and check out Host
of Leyton for design pop ups and
exhibitions.<⁄p>
Youre spoilt for choice for pubs too, with the recently
opened The Spark House just five minutes away; The Bell; the Hare
and Hounds on Lea Bridge Road; and both The Queens Arms and The
Castle nearby for lazy Sunday roasts.<⁄p>
A 20 minute stroll north will bring you to Walthamstow
Village, where youll find local favourites such as Eat17, Wildcard
Brewery, Pillars Taproom and Parish Wines. Clapton is a bus ride
away, and Hackney is also easily accessible by
bike.<⁄p>
Some of the fantastic open green spaces within walking
distance include Leyton Manor Park, Thomas Gamuel Park, Knotts
Green and Abbotts Park all reachable within 6 15 minutes , with
Leyton Jubilee Park, Hollow Pond and Hackney Marshes also not far
away. Leyton Leisure Centre, with its gym, swimming pool and water
park, is a ten minute walk. The current owners also recommend the
William Morris Gallery, the Vestry House Museum and Crate Box Park
in St James Street.<⁄p>
Local schools include Thomas Gamuel Primary 8 minutes
walk , George Mitchell All Through School Early Years, Primary &
Secondary , 12 minutes away, and Leyton Sixth Form College, all
rated Good by Ofsted. You‘ll also find a couple of nurseries
nearby.<⁄p>
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EPC Rating E
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