Begbie Road, London, SE3

Privacy, Potential And Playing Fields Behind. With a 30m garden that backs onto sports fields, this chain-free semi could become a fabulous family home. It’s in a popular spot only 20 mins walk from Blackheath Standard, with shops and schools nearby.

You don’t need to be into cricket, football or rugby to appreciate a garden like this - with 30 metres of open space and no neighbours behind the back fence watching your every move. Just greenery, distant goalposts and the occasional sound of leather on willow.

This is a well loved home that’s ready for its next chapter. The probate’s been granted, the property’s vacant and there’s no chain - so you can get moving and modernising without delays.

The house itself is brimming with potential to create a fabulous home that really works for modern family life. Whether you’re thinking of extending to create a contemporary open-plan kitchen-diner, a loft conversion or simply bringing it up to date, there’s scope to add serious value.

Inside, the layout is classic and traditional but full of potential. There’s a bay-fronted lounge to the front, a separate dining room to the rear, and a small but modern kitchen overlooking the back garden. There’s also a handy downstairs loo under the stairs.

Upstairs, you’ll find two double bedrooms, a third single bedroom (ideal for a study or nursery), and a shower room.

And because the house sits at the end of a small row of semis you’ve got plenty of space at the side to work with, should you want to extend (subject to planning permission, of course).

Outside, there’s a garage, a driveway, and a front garden that wraps round the side. The 30m back garden is of course the star of the show - not just in size, but in privacy and potential.

Begbie Road sits between Shooters Hill, Charlton and Blackheath. You’re around 20 mins walk from Blackheath Standard.

Here you’ll find a great selection of independent shops, a newly refurbished M&S, an organic greengrocer and a choice of trendy cafés. 

Families with young children will appreciate being within the catchment area for several excellent local primary schools. Leigh Academy Blackheath is closest. It’s rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted and is only a 2 minute drive or a 10 minute walk away.

This isn’t one for the faint-hearted - it does need work to give it a modern makeover. But if you’ve been hunting for an affordable family home you can truly make your own, with room to grow and outside space to get excited about, it’s definitely worth a look.