Ashley Road, London N19

This bright first-floor apartment is perfectly positioned for the best of Stroud Green and Finsbury Park. Recently renovated by the current owner, it has a calm atmosphere, in part due to the palette of peaceful neutrals used to decorate the spaces. The apartment also has access to a shared garden, where there is a generous lawn dotted with mature trees.

The Tour

The apartment occupies the first floor of a peaceful Victorian terrace, set back from the street behind a beautifully planted front garden. Within, the main living spaces occupy the front of the plan, while the bedroom overlooks the greenery of the rear communal garden.

The south-facing living and dining room has wonderfully high ceilings and is flooded with light that enters through two generous sash windows. These are original, their oak frames carefully stripped to reveal a beautiful grain. Bespoke cabinetry has been built into the alcoves on either side of the fireplace, and the carpet creates a soft passage underfoot.

The adjacent galley kitchen is grounded by a smart lino floor. Recently installed, it has white ceiling-high cabinetry and has new, high-spec appliances including a Bosch induction hob, a Zanuissi dishwasher, a Miele oven and a fridge/freezer. An original sash window sits above the stainless steel sink, framing views over the street below.

At the rear of the plan is the bedroom, a serene space with a combination of light and dark grey-painted walls and softly carpeted floors. Two full-height built-in wardrobes provide plenty of storage. The bathroom is a half-level down and has Victorian-style ceramic wall tiles with green-painted walls above and a built-in bath. There is also a bespoke, floor-to-ceiling cupboard in the hallway here for further storage.

Outdoor Space

The apartment has access to a shared garden, surrounded by neighbouring gardens that create a feeling of seclusion. The large lawn is surrounded by careful planting and dotted with mature trees. A gardener visits fortnightly.

The Area

There is a wide range of shops, cafés and restaurants in the immediate area, including the excellent Big Jo and HOME art gallery. The apartment is a short walk from Stroud Green Road, home to organic shops such as Urban Native and Butler’s, in addition to Clapton Craft, Yardsale Pizza and neighbourhood favourite Max's sandwich shop. The restaurants of Blackstock Road, such as Patron Cave à Manger and Slice by Pizza Pilgrims, are also close at hand. The popular independent craft brewery Brave Sir Robin, recently reopened, is a very popular spot.

Waterlow Park and the famous Highgate Cemetry are both nearby, as is Finsbury Park, while Hampstead Heath is around a 30-minute walk away. Crouch End is within easy reach, with its excellent selection of shops, restaurants, pubs and cinemas. Alongside Arthouse, a local arts centre and independent cinema, there is also a Picturehouse cinema.

Ashley Road is within walking distance of Archway (Northern Line) and Finsbury Park (National Rail, Victoria and Picadilly Lines) Underground stations in addition to Upper Holloway Overground station. Finsbury Park rail station also has direct connections to Gatwick Airport and Brighton. There are excellent bus links into central London.

Tenure: Share of Freehold
Lease Length: Approx. 955 years remaining
Service Charge: Approx. £450 per annum
Council Tax Band: TBC