Fournier Street, Spitalfields, London, E1

A Grade II listed, Georgian townhouse situated on one of the most desirable streets in Spitalfields.

Description

Occupying a prime position on one of Spitalfields’ most desirable streets, this exceptional Grade II listed Georgian townhouse dates back to the early 1700s and has been meticulously refurbished to an exacting standard. Arranged over five floors, the house combines elegant period character with contemporary comfort, and features a south facing rear garden with a purpose built studio.

Flooded with natural light throughout, the property retains an abundance of original features including sash windows, shutters, high ceilings and restored floorboards. The accommodation is both well-balanced and versatile, offering the flexibility to configure the house as a three, four or five-bedroom home depending on requirements.

The ground floor comprises an impressive open plan reception room with original floorboards and sash windows, seamlessly flowing through to a contemporary kitchen at the rear. The kitchen overlooks the private courtyard garden, creating an ideal setting for both everyday living and entertaining.

Across the first, second and third floors are four generously proportioned rooms, currently arranged as bedrooms and reception space, along with two substantial bathrooms featuring freestanding baths and separate showers.

The lower ground floor provides further flexible accommodation, with a front-facing room ideal as an additional bedroom, study or reception room. To the rear is a shower room and utility area, while a storage vault offers valuable additional space.

The south facing garden extends to a purpose built studio, providing an ideal workspace, gym or creative retreat.

A rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored period home in the heart of Spitalfields.

Location

Fournier Street sits at the heart of the Brick Lane and Spitalfields Conservation Area, one of East London’s most historic and vibrant neighbourhoods, and is widely recognised as one of the area’s most desirable residential roads. Framed by some of London’s finest 18th-century townhouses, the street runs between Commercial Street and Brick Lane, and is just a short stroll from Old Spitalfields Market — a lively, covered market dating back over 350 years, now home to boutique shops, artisanal food stalls and fashionable eateries (approximately 0.1 miles).

The neighbourhood offers an exceptional mix of culture, heritage and contemporary lifestyle. Just beyond the market, Brick Lane (0.1 miles) buzzes with world-famous curry houses, vintage shops, street art and a Sunday market. History and culture abound with landmarks such as Christ Church Spitalfields (0.1 miles), designed by Nicholas Hawksmoor, the Whitechapel Gallery (0.3 miles) and Petticoat Lane Market (0.3 miles).

Transport connections are excellent with Aldgate East (0.3 miles), Liverpool Street (0.6 miles) and Shoreditch High Street Station (0.6 miles) nearby, offering access to the London Underground (District, Hammersmith & City, Central, Circle, Metropolitan and the Elizabeth Lines), the London Overground (Windrush and Weaver lines) and National Rail services.

Please note, all distances are approximate. Source: googlemaps.com.

Square Footage: 2,497 sq ft