Stoke Newington High Street, London, N16

Set within the Stoke Newington Conservation Area, beside the leafy expanse of Abney Park and just moments from the bustle of Church Street, lies this beautifully reimagined two-bedroom maisonette. Recently renovated to exacting standards by Rowlands Architecture, the home blends a refined contemporary finish with striking architectural details, including dramatic floating steel staircases that enhance both scale and light.

A west-facing roof terrace opens directly from the main living space, with views across the park, while the independent shops, cafés and restaurants of Church Street are a short stroll away. Clissold Park is also close at hand, along with excellent transport connections to the City and West End.

The maisonette has its own private entrance at street level, leading into a generous hallway with bold monochrome floor tiles and excellent built-in storage. From here, a black steel staircase rises to the first floor, where the living, dining, and kitchen areas are arranged around a central wall that allows natural light to flow between the spaces.

The sleek galley kitchen is fitted with quartz worktops, handcrafted Zellige tiles from Mandarin Stone, and integrated appliances. Underfloor heating runs beneath both the kitchen and bathroom, while wide sliding doors connect seamlessly to the roof terrace. The adjoining dining area, framed by bi-fold doors with integrated blinds, opens directly outside and invites a welcome breeze in warmer months. At the front, the bright living room is illuminated by large acoustic-glass sash windows, with bespoke shelving neatly set into the alcoves. A stylish bathroom, clad in Mandarin Stone tiles, completes this level.

Upstairs, two well-proportioned bedrooms are set around another striking steel staircase. The principal bedroom features bespoke mirrored wardrobes, while the second enjoys serene views over Abney Park. A Jack-and-Jill shower room, finished with bold, patterned Mandarin Stone tiling, serves both rooms.

Oak flooring and high-quality finishes throughout create a sense of understated luxury. The property underwent a complete renovation and upgrade just four years ago, with new electrics, windows, doors, a misting system, terrace, storage solutions, and flooring installed as part of a £150,000 refurbishment. The result is a turnkey home of exceptional quality.

The generous west-facing terrace, enclosed by cedar louvres, is private and sheltered, catching the afternoon and evening sun. With ample space for dining, planting, or simply relaxing, it acts as an extension of the living space.

Stoke Newington is celebrated for its independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs, with much-loved favourites including The Good Egg, The Jolly Butchers and The Clarence. Nearby Newington Green offers further choice, with acclaimed neighbourhood restaurants such as Cadet and Primeur.

Green spaces abound: Abney Park and Woodberry Wetlands are close by, while Clissold Park — with its lakes, tennis courts, café and deer enclosure — is within a 10-minute walk. Families are also drawn to the area is for its excellent local schools, including William Patten Primary and Stoke Newington School, with both currently being within the catchment area of the property. 

Transport links are superb. Stoke Newington Overground station is only five minutes away, with regular trains to Liverpool Street in around 15 minutes. Seven Sisters, Manor House, and Finsbury Park stations are also within easy reach, along with numerous bus routes into the City and West End.