Marlowe House, Milton Garden Estate, London N16

This light-filled two-bedroom maisonette lies on the ground floor of the Milton Garden Estate, between Stoke Newington and Newington Green. A series of sympathetic updates in recent years have celebrated the apartment's mid-century fabric. It unfolds over two storeys, with the bedrooms on the upper level and the living spaces on the lower, the latter giving way to a generous paved garden with lusciously leafy climbers.

The Tour

Marlowe House sits within well tended communal areas within the Milton Garden Estate. Entry to the apartment is on the ground floor, where the front door - painted a vibrant green - opens to a long hallway with an unobstructed line of sight to the garden.

The kitchen lies on the left and has smooth plywood cabinetry, a green-tiled backsplash and quartz countertops. The current owners have cleverly opened a 'hatch' to the living space for convenience and to allow more light to enter the space. The sitting room is at the rear of the plan and has broad glazing that stretches the breadth of the room.

There is also a useful separate WC on this floor, as well as plenty of storage set underneath the stairs. Walls have been painted a subtle off-white to highlight the original wooden accents peppered throughout, which have been carefully uncovered.

The staircase ascends to two generous double bedrooms, both with plenty of built-in storage. Predominantly executed in white tiling with contrasting black grout, the bathroom has a bath with a step-in shower and further black matt fixtures for continuity.

Outdoor Space

The paved garden has been carefully landscaped and has a thoughtful planting scheme designed to alter with the seasons. Several seating areas propose different vantage points for different occasions; its west-facing position makes for particularly delightful evenings.

The immaculate shared lawns of the estate contain open spaces for lounging in the sun as well as a children's play area.

The Area

The Milton Garden Estate is located within easy reach of the independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs of Stoke Newington and Newington Green. Esters, Jolene and Perilla are particular neighbourhood favourites in the latter, while Stoke Newington Church Street is home to The Spence Bakery, Whole Foods and The Good Egg, as well as many other independent businesses. We've written more about our recommendations in the area in our Journal.

There are several green spaces nearby, including Newington Green, Abney Park - one of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ garden cemeteries of London - as well as Clissold Park, with its tennis courts, café, beautiful lakes, and resident deer.

The apartment sits within easy walking distance of Canonbury and Dalston Kingsland Overground stations, which offer direct services to Highbury and Islington, Shoreditch High Street and Stratford. There are excellent local bus routes to the City and Central London.

Tenure: Leasehold / Lease Length: approx. 88 years remaining / Service Charge: approx. £2935 per annum / Ground Rent: Peppercorn / Council Tax Band: B