A Characterful Two Bedroom Duplex Apartment within a Landmark School Conversion

Description

Set within an impressive former school building, Flat 3 The Old School is an elegant two bedroom duplex apartment that blends historic architecture with modern design. The building dates back to the late nineteenth century and was originally constructed to serve the local community as a school, before being thoughtfully converted into a small collection of distinctive homes. Many original features remain, giving the property a sense of scale and character that is rarely found in modern developments.

The apartment offers exceptional open plan living and entertaining space, centred around a striking reception room with a dramatic double height ceiling and large windows that flood the space with natural light. The sleek open plan kitchen sits comfortably within the room and is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.

The principal bedroom is arranged on a mezzanine level and benefits from fob entry access, excellent natural light and a real sense of privacy. A second generous bedroom is located on the lower level and offers built in storage along with direct access to the private garden. The smart bathroom is finished with a modern white suite.

Further benefits include a secure fob entry system, private off street parking and a secure private garden, making this a highly practical and desirable home in a prime Islington setting.

Location

The property is ideally positioned on York Way in the heart of Barnsbury, with an excellent range of local amenities right on the doorstep. Kings Cross is approximately 0.7 miles away and offers an outstanding choice of shops, restaurants, bars and cultural attractions, including Coal Drops Yard. Upper Street is around 1 mile away and provides further dining, shopping and entertainment options.

Transport links are excellent, with Kings Cross St Pancras station approximately 0.7 miles from the property, providing access to multiple Underground lines, National Rail services and international connections via Eurostar. Caledonian Road Underground station is roughly 0.4 miles away, offering easy access to the Piccadilly line. Several bus routes also operate along York Way, connecting the area to the City, West End and beyond.

Square Footage: 990 sq ft



Additional Info

Islington is popular with young professionals and families alike. A wide assortment of accommodation, streets and green areas make for a stimulating environment while excellent eateries, art and culture add to the variety and vitality of the area.

Much of the area including Barnsbury, Canonbury and De Beauvoir Town was developed in the Georgian and Victorian eras and retains many of the original architectural features of those times. The grand residential homes, courtyards and squares across the district have established Islington as a premier address in London.

Islington benefits from some spectacular parks and city gardens. Highbury Fields, situated just to the east of Highbury Gardens, is the largest open space in the borough of Islington. Across its 29 acres there are recreational facilities including eight tennis courts, a café, swimming pool and a football court at the north end.

The park is surrounded by highly desirable residences. Islington has some fantastic local theatres including the Almeida, a local award-winning 325 seat theatre, producing a diverse range of British and international drama with some of the world’s best artists, and has developed a worldwide profile. The King’s Head theatre, known for its music, has been a hotbed of new and exciting creative talent for more than 35 years. Not forgetting Sadler’s Wells, the UK’s leading dance house, uniquely dedicated to bringing the very best international and UK dance to London audiences.

All this culture and diversity attracts residents of a particularly discerning nature. Its close vicinity to the City, efficient transport links and the unique charm of Upper Street with its blend of cultural offerings and diverse shopping choices add further appeal.