Albion Road, Stoke Newington, N16

A ‘differentiated’ property located in the heart of ‘Stoky’ and surrounded by the iconic landmarks of the area including Clissold House and parkland, St Marys churches, the art deco town hall and the relaxed amenities of Church Street.

On the ground floor of the house there is a double reception room with tall ceilings, ornate cornicing and working fireplace. Steps down opens out to a large and stunning bespoke kitchen/dining room with tall architecturally designed sloping ceiling and full width solid wood bi-folding doors leading to the marble tiled garden with spectacular views to St Mary’s church and grounds and surrounded by mature trees and green spaces. A truly tranquil and private setting and a rare and remarkable site in central London.

From the ground floor hallway, the original turned staircase leads up to a large reception room at the front of the house with large bay window and a further large tall window to the side. Original ornate plasterwork to ceiling and open fireplace and solid oak French parquet floors. From the same hallway there is a further large study or bedroom with large sash window that frames the view of St Mary’s church and grounds. These 2 rooms on the first floor could equally be used a bedrooms if required.

On the first floor and second floor ‘half landings’ are 2 large and spacious bathrooms (previously bedrooms). The first bathroom tiled in highly specified Italian marble with wall to wall cupboards housing utility room features such as washer/dryer space, boiler and large storage. The second floor bathroom with solid oak French parquet floors and jacuzzi bath and shower.

Leading to the top floor of the house is a double volume hall flooded by natural light, a perfect gallery space, leading to the master/principal bedroom with double height vaulted ceiling, large working fireplace, solid oak French parquet floors and 3 tall sash widows to the front of the building. To the rear of this floor is yet another light flooded bedroom with large sash window again framing the leafy garden view of St Mary’s church and grounds/ gardens.

On the lower ground floor is a large (length of the house) cellar space for storage.

An exceptional property that must be viewed to be appreciated seamlessly blending fabulous design with period charm. The property is situated at the top end of Albion Road, which is brilliantly located off Stoke Newington Church St, courtesy of the recently enforced low traffic neighbourhood (ltn) scheme, offering peace and tranquillity in the very heart of Stoke Newington and within close proximity to the greenery and amenities of Clissold Park. Stoke Newington Church Street provides superb local shopping and a wide range of eateries. This property falls within the Clissold Park Conservation area.

Location – Historic charm and Importance

This exceptional early Victorian house is located in a principal location in the heart of Stoke Newington (Stoky), characterized as the best and most ‘sought after’ area in the London Borough of Hackney.

Located in the ‘historic’ zone of Stoky and one minute from the highly ‘sought after’ Clissold Park and Stoke Newington Town Hall. Surrounded by leafy quiet residential streets. Located in the optimum and historic part of Stoky, with close and unprecedented views of the important St Mary’s Church (designed by the well-known and renowned architect George Gilbert Scott, the architect responsible for designing Kings Cross St Pancras amongst other important London buildings) and surrounding gardens.

The back of this property has spectacular ‘uninterrupted’ views of St Mary’s Church and Clissold Park entrance. This property is characterized by ‘privacy’ and ‘tranquillity’.

Located in a conservation area.

Green Open Spaces

Seconds from the charming and charismatic Stoke Newington Church Street, an area characterised for a vibrant and culturally diverse area in North London. Lively atmosphere, green spaces, multitude of fashionable cafes, independent shops and restaurants.

Seconds (on your doorstep) from green spaces such as the famous and much loved Clissold Park, a 54 acre park in the heart of Stoke Newington. Clissold Park offering an oasis of peace and tranquillity, as well as a skate park, play areas for sports and children’s play areas, ornamental lakes and ponds, a variety of wildlife, including an animal enclosure with deer, goats, birds, a butterfly tent and other animals.

Also five minutes away from the historic and important Abney Park Cemetery, a green space for reflection, historic charm and tranquil and inspirational walks.

Wellbeing and Sports

In terms of wellbeing, health and sports the property is 5 minutes away from the famous Clissold Leisure Centre, offering a range of health, sport and leisure activities, emphasis on indoor swimming facilities. Clissold Leisure Centre offers two of the largest indoor swimming pools in London. The main swimming pool is 25 meters long, 2 meters deep throughout and with 8 lanes. The training pool is equally 25 meters long and has 6 lanes. There is also a toddler pool. Clissold Park also benefits from having wonderful outdoor tennis courts and jogging tracks.

Education

Stoke Newington offers a range of educational opportunities for residents of all ages. The area is home to several top-rated primary schools, including William Patten Primary School and Betty Layward Primary School, both with “Outstanding” Ofsted ratings.

For secondary education, Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form and Skinners’ Academy provide exceptional facilities and a well-rounded curriculum for students aged 11-19 years.

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