Wyles House, Prodigal Square, Hackney Central, London, E8

Securely set back and perched above the hustle and bustle of Mare Street, is this expansive, 1,275 sqft penthouse. With an extraordinary 850 sqft wrap around roof terrace, it is set within the grounds of Hackney St John Church gardens with enviable views of the Medieval Tower of St Augustine’s.

Just moments away is Hackney Central station on the London Overground.

The home enjoys three double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a jaw dropping living space, with numerous access points to the vast outside area. Bi-folding doors take you out from the reception space, allowing indoor/outdoor living.

The kitchen features a generous island, as well as large dining area, with a plenty of seating space set in the reception that adjoins.

The spacious hallway features a helpful utility space keeping the apartment clutter free. From here you’ll find all three bedrooms – all of which feature access to the South facing aspect of the roof terrace.

There is a separate shower room, servicing two of the bedrooms (one is currently utilised as a study). The principal suite features in built wardrobes and a large bathroom with a separate shower cubicle, and a picture window to enjoy from the bathtub.

The penthouse features bespoke, remote control blinds that screen from the sunshine in the summer to keep the space cool, together with in built air condition that ensures year round temperature control. There is also bike storage within the development, a concierge and secure fob access entry.

The roof terrace must be enjoyed in person to appreciate its scale, perfect for large gatherings if desired, with breathtaking sunsets and a lush green canopy courtesy of thre trees within the Churchyard gardens in the summer.

Enviably located in the gardens of an ancient churchyard, the penthouse basks in the grandeur of the adjacent St John at Hackney – an 18th Century, Grade II listed church. Living in the heart of London’s fashionable E8 postcode, culture, arts and creativity are on your doorstep. A stone’s throw away is the iconic Hackney Empire, as are local favourites Broadway Market, London Fields with its Lido and the world famous Columbia Road Flower Market.

If its food and drink that you're in to, you're spoilt for choice in Hackney. Our favourites include Michelin starred Behind and Casa Fofo.