Drakes Court Devonshire Road

CHAIN FREE SALE! Calling all first time buyers! Decorated in a sophisticated style is this lovely one bedroom flat on the first floor of this well-maintained block located on the corner of Devonshire and Ewelme Road in Forest Hill. The property benefits from low service charges, nice views, lots of storage, use of communal gardens and double glazing throughout.

The property is well located for the local amenities of Forest Hill including Forest Hill station which is within 300m.

The flat is situated at the back of the block on the side of Ewelme Road shielding it from the main street allowing it to be more quiet and secluded.

Upon entry to the flat there is a spacious entrance hall with a bleached wood effect flooring that leads to all the rooms and there is a good size storage cupboard at the end of the hallway.

The bathroom is immediately on your left as you enter, comprising a fashionable bathroom suite with a square wash hand basin, toilet and bath with shower enclosure above, all tailored with chrome fittings. The bath and shower area are clad in neutrally coloured tiles.

The bedroom is located on the opposite side of the hallway on the South side of the block offering plenty of natural light and views over the communal gardens at the back. This room has plenty of space for a double bed and storage, there is also a built-in desk and wardrobe. The dark wood effect floor is nicely off set by the clean white walls.

Adjacent to the bathroom is the kitchen, which is very well proportioned, boasting sufficient worktop space accompanied by white gloss wall and base mounted units. There is an integrated gas hob with extractor fan above and oven below, trendy metro tiled splash backs, a stainless-steel sink with drainer and space for a washing machine.

The reception room is also on the South facing side of the block which gives this room a bright and spacious feel. The window offers lovely green views over the communal gardens and a conveniently positioned tree that provides some shade in the summer and a glorious display of blossom in the spring.

This flat is turnkey ready and in a great location making it ideal for first time buyers.

Devonshire Road is a much-loved street stretching form Forest Hill town centre to Honor Oak Park. This home is at the Forest Hill end, in the conservation area, only a few minutes' walk to the independent shops and cafes found nearby and the magical Devonshire Road nature reserve. The station is just 5-minutes away, has services to London Bridge, Victoria and London Overground links to Canada Water, Shoreditch, Hoxton, Dalston Junction and Highbury & Islington. At the end of the street is St David's which is the prettiest coffee shop you could wish for, there are superb comedy nights at The Signal and The Sylvan Post does excellent food along with some great pizza places. You'll also find a Sainsbury's, Post Office, WH Smiths, Boots, delicatessens and modern swimming pool/leisure centre. Horniman Museum and Gardens is very close and holds regular farmers' markets, great summer events and a butterfly sanctuary, while Sydenham Woods is also within walking distance. Honor Oak Park is also within easy reach with an array of additional amenities and there is a number of highly rated primary schools locally such as Fairlawn which is just near the top of the street. This is a great property in a superb location, contact us now to arrange an appointment.