Auckland Road, London, SE19

A stunning two-bedroom ground-floor garden flat in an incredibly well-run period building, with high ceilings, generous space and a very useful outbuilding which would make an excellent WFH space, hobby space or could be used to run a small business. Located moments from the attractive open spaces of South Norwood Lakes and in close proximity to Crystal Palace Triangle, Park & Station, this beautiful flat is offered to the market with an incredibly long 176-year lease.

This tastefully designed home boasts impressive internal space, which is brilliantly distributed across the flat. It has high ceilings and a sense of grandeur only found in conversion flats. The reception is very much the heart of the flat, given its generous size and high ceilings, it’s an incredibly impressive room. It has a lovely feel with its large, almost floor-to-ceiling double-glazed windows and French doors that overlook and lead to the private garden. The stripped wooden floorboards, period-style panelling on the ceilings, and ornate fireplace give the space real character and charm.  

The kitchen is adjacent to the reception, it is a good-sized kitchen and could be reconfigured if desired; currently laid out in an L shape, it provides masses of worktop space and an abundance of storage. There are quality tiles on the floor which run through to the front entrance hall and match the splash back tiles, which is a nice touch. Behind the kitchen is a utility room, which houses the washing machine, boiler and a lot more storage, it also gives access to the garden.

The principal bedroom is at the front of the flat; it’s another impressive room with space and volume. There are two large double-glazed windows and huge bespoke wardrobes, which should keep even the most ardent fashion-conscious couples happy! Adjacent to the main bedroom is the bathroom, which is beautifully finished, boasting a large walk-in shower and luxurious tiles with contrasting textures, which create a real feeling of luxury. The second bedroom is across the hall from the bathroom and is a small double room, which would make for a great guest room, office or study.

The garden is a very low-maintenance space; there’s a combination of high-quality astroturf and composite decking, making it pretty effortless to keep it looking immaculate. The garden can be accessed via the utility room next to the kitchen or via double French doors in the reception room. The studio is currently set up as a dog grooming space but can be reconfigured internally. It is a quality building, and if someone wants to run a business from here, there is side access to the garden and the studio, so you can access this space without going through the flat; it is also ideal if you have bikes and dogs, etc.

Tenure-wise, the flat has an incredibly long lease of 176 years. Notably, the building has recently had an extensive external overhaul and is soon to have a refresh of its internal common parts. These works have already been paid for, so no contribution will be needed from the new owner. The service charge has historically been approx. £1500 per annum, and the new managing agent is currently working out the budget for next year, so currently we cannot give exact figures for the service charge, but considering the extensive works done to the building which have bought it up to a fantastic standard, we cannot see that the service charge would need to exceed historical figures. Confirmation of the new service charge will be in mid-December 2024.

Location-wise, the flat is located within close proximity to the vibrant Crystal Palace Triangle, offering an array of trendy cafes, boutique shops, and a thriving local community, there’s an arty & creative scene in Palace, which is reflected in the local pubs, restaurants and coffee shops, there aren’t many chains around the Triangle which we are all grateful for!

The area is also renowned for its leafy streets and green spaces, and behind the flats is the beautiful South Norwood Lakes. Crystal Palace Park is also at the end of the road, providing an idyllic setting for outdoor activities and leisurely strolls, it spans 200 acres which will help you while away the weekends and offers plenty of space to exercise!

The flat has excellent transport links, including Crystal Palace Overground station & Norwood Junction stations. Norwood Junction is 0.8 mi away or approx. 18 min walk according to Google maps, which has a direct link to London Bridge, which is only one stop away and takes an incredibly short 12 minutes! Crystal Palace Station is 1 mi away, with direct links to London Bridge, Victoria, and the overground with access to Shoreditch and beyond.