Apple Yard, Lambourne House Apple Yard, SE20

A chain-free one-bedroom flat with a private balcony and a lovely open outlook, this is a well-presented modern apartment in Lambourne House, part of the popular Apple Yard development in SE20, in very close proximity to Anerley Station. Extending to approximately 542 sq ft, it offers a generous layout, a sizeable double bedroom, and a large bright open-plan living space that feels easy, sociable and well balanced.

The reception room is the heart of the home. It is a large, inviting space with clearly defined areas for lounging, dining and working, while still feeling open and relaxed. The proportions are excellent, and the room has a calm, airy feel, helped by the natural light and the doors opening directly onto the balcony.

The kitchen sits neatly within the living space and is finished in a smart, modern style, with glossy cabinetry, integrated appliances, good worktop space and practical storage. It works well visually within the room and feels designed for day-to-day living as much as entertaining.

The balcony is a real asset here. There is enough space for a table and chairs, as well as plenty of planting, and it provides a pleasant spot for a morning coffee, an evening drink, or simply a bit of fresh air at the end of the day. The outlook is open and attractive, giving the flat a welcome sense of space.

The bedroom is a very comfortable double, beautifully decorated in soft tones that give it a restful feel. As the photos show, there is plenty of room around the bed as well as space for additional furniture, and the large window brings in a lovely quality of light.

The bathroom has been styled with real confidence and personality, with rich green walls, patterned flooring, a crisp white suite and a bath with shower over. It feels thoughtful, distinctive and nicely finished, adding a lot of character to the flat.

There is also useful storage off the hallway, which always makes a genuine difference in a home of this size.

The flat has a lease of 241 years, and we are waiting for the exact service charge and ground rent figures.

Location-wise, it is very well placed. Anerley Station is 0.4 miles away, Crystal Palace Park is 0.6 miles away, with the nearest entrance being on Thicket Road where the boating lake and Dinosaurs are, and both Penge West and Crystal Palace stations are 0.7 miles away. Penge East is 1.1 miles away and offers quick access to Victoria. Having several stations within easy reach is a real strength of this location, making journeys into town straightforward whichever line suits you best.

For day-to-day life, everything is nicely close at hand. Tesco Express is nearby for the essentials, while Café Chic is just up the road and well worth becoming a regular at, especially for their falafel and halloumi wraps, strong coffee, and garden seating when the weather behaves itself. Bob Wines is next door, Chatsworth Bakehouse is close by for excellent sandwiches, focaccia, brownies and pizza, and Crystal Palace Wine Club is a very welcome neighbourhood addition just a short stroll away.

Crystal Palace Park is a huge local asset, with 200 acres of listed parkland, a boating lake, concert bowl, National Sports Centre and of course the Dinosaurs. Then, a little further on, you have the much-loved Triangle, packed with independent coffee shops, gastropubs, vintage stores, galleries, Haynes Lane Market and the Everyman cinema. It is one of South London’s most enjoyable neighbourhood centres and gives this location a real lifestyle pull.

All told, this is a smart, stylish and easy-to-live-in one-bedroom flat with a strong layout, private outside space, plenty of natural light and excellent local amenities all around it.