Dacre Gardens, Brandram Road, Blackheath, London, SE13

The Storey: Beautiful one bedroom apartment on the raised ground level of this Victorian house conversion with accessible gardens, a hidden gem in the Blackheath conservation area.

Accessed via a private tree lined gravel driveway nestled at the end of a quiet residential cul-de-sac of four houses houses built in the late 1800s, listed locally for architectural and historic interest.

The house itself features stock and red brick, stone and stucco detailing, slate pitched roof, large wooden bay sash windows and a welcoming communal entranceway along with shared access to a walled sunlit garden spanning two houses and secure private off-street vehicle parking.

The flat provides for under stairs utility space, home to a washing machine and extra storage. The living room has spacious 8 ft high ceilings, large wooden sash windows with shutters, marble surround fireplace and a fitted bookcase. A sleek attractive galley kitchen boasts contemporary fixtures and fittings including high wall units, oak work surface and modern appliances. The bedroom offers large custom made wardrobes and overlooks the picturesque communal gardens. The bathroom is finished in marble tiling with traditional bath/shower and the property is reliably cosy in winter and autumn with vintage style radiators in each room.

The Vibe: The property is a sanctuary of calm 5 miles from busy Central London. A short walk to either Blackheath Station or Lewisham Station (zone 2) where the DLR provides fast access to the City, Canary Wharf or West End. The location provides access to history and the picturesque charm of village life with alfresco bars, independent cafes and restaurants close to the wide-open summer spaces of Blackheath Common and Greenwich Park.

Seals The Deal: private off-street parking, victorian period features, communal gardens, easy rail and road access and a unique rural lifestyle within the City.