Glenwyllin Road, Waterloo, L22

This isn’t just a house. It’s a five-bedroom Edwardian semi on Glenwyllin Road that’s absolutely dripping in character, confidence, and craftsmanship. A home with soul, swagger, and more than a few stories to tell. From the very first step, it draws you in.

You enter through the outer porch — a quietly grand welcome — and step into a vestibule that stops you in your tracks. The original tiled floor and walls are immaculate, the kind of detail you can’t fake and rarely find. It sets the tone for what’s to come: history, thoughtfully preserved, and effortlessly cool. From there, parquet flooring carries you through the hallway — warm, solid, and full of character — while hints of original panelling and leaded lights catch the eye.

To your right, the front lounge is the kind of room that makes an impression. Generous in proportions, with more of that beautiful parquet, a working original fireplace, and intricate ceiling coving that whispers of the home’s Edwardian roots. This room feels special. Elevated. Elegant, but never stuffy.

There’s a spacious downstairs loo, plus practical storage tucked cleverly beneath the stairs — useful without compromising the home’s aesthetic. It’s what you don’t always see in period homes: charm and function.

Then you move into the heart of the home — a space that opens, flows, connects. The family snug offers a cosy corner for movie nights or lazy Sunday reading, but it doesn’t stop there. It flows seamlessly into the open-plan dining area, a bold extension with a statement lantern roof overhead and bi-fold doors that throw themselves open onto the garden. Light pours in from every angle, and the line between indoors and out becomes beautifully blurred.

The kitchen wraps back around, effortlessly blending style and substance. Think sleek quartz worktops, a Belfast-style sink, clean cabinetry and a layout that just works. It’s made for people who love food, love people, and love having both in the same room. Whether it’s midweek meals or full-on celebrations, this space adapts, performs, and looks great doing it.

Upstairs, the first floor is home to three beautifully curated bedrooms and two luxurious bathrooms. At the rear are two double bedrooms, both flooded with natural light and featuring original ornamental fireplaces — touches that ground the home in its past while still feeling fresh.

At the front, the master bedroom is something special — generous, grand, and centred around another original fireplace. Next door, what was once another bedroom has been reimagined as a stunning dressing room and en suite. It’s a space with boutique hotel energy — thoughtful lighting, clean lines, and a real sense of retreat. The main family bathroom on this floor makes its own statement too: a high-level cistern nods to the past, while a freestanding bath invites long soaks and slower mornings.

And then there’s the top floor. A clever reconfiguration has transformed the space into a flexible, functional open-plan office area that leads to two further bedrooms — both tucked into the eaves, both full of personality. There’s another en suite up here, too, creating the perfect setup for older children, guests, or even a second work-from-home hub. It’s a floor that grows with you, shifts with your needs, and gives everyone their own slice of calm.

Outside, the south-facing garden is a triumph. The same tiles from the kitchen flow out onto the patio, creating a seamless visual link and a real sense of continuity. It’s lawned and framed by mature borders — lush, private, and full of life — with a second seating area that catches the last of the evening sun. Then there’s the garage, which is no ordinary outbuilding: currently reimagined as a utility area, bar, and store room. It’s playful, practical, and packed with potential.

Glenwyllin Road isn’t just a desirable address — it’s a lifestyle. A home that wears its history proudly but has been modernised with purpose and precision. Every room tells a story. Every detail earns its place. Bold. Refined. Rare.

Ready when you are.

A note from the seller: The extension has to be our favourite part of the house. It really is a dream entertaining space and in the summer the bi-folds opening onto the matching outdoor tiles feel like the garden is a continuation!