Longacre Road, London, E17

Guide Price £550,000-£600,000 | A beautiful three bedroom 1930s home full of character, original features and thoughtful updates, set on a quiet residential road close to Lloyd Park and the William Morris Gallery. Carefully maintained by the current owner, the property blends authentic period charm with comfortable living spaces and mature gardens, creating a home that feels both inspiring and welcoming.

Ground Floor
The property opens into a central entrance hall with stairs leading to the first floor and access to the main living spaces. At the front of the home, the lounge enjoys a striking bay window and excellent natural light throughout the day thanks to the south-facing front garden. This inviting room also features one of the home’s original 1930s fireplaces, complete with period tiles, and one has a striking original mahogany mantelpiece.

The lounge flows through into the dining area, where the current owner opened the space between the two rooms to create a more connected and sociable layout. This larger living and dining space is perfect for entertaining, while still retaining the charm of the original architecture and another functioning fireplace.

To the rear, the kitchen provides a practical workspace with distinctive character details including original tiles and a vintage French copper sink with traditional fittings. A ground floor WC sits conveniently off the hallway.

Throughout the ground floor, many of the home’s original details have been carefully preserved, including pine floorboards, Bakelite light switches and period fittings that reflect the property’s 1930s heritage.

First Floor
Upstairs, the landing leads to three bedrooms and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom is positioned at the front of the home and benefits from the bay window. A second generous bedroom sits to the rear, overlooking the garden, and also has a fireplace.

The third bedroom provides a versatile space suitable for a guest room, nursery or home office.

The bathroom retains several original features including a Royal Doulton sink, period tiles and a re-enamelled bathtub, blending historic charm with recent maintenance and improvements.

Gardens and Outside Space
The property benefits from both front and rear gardens, with mature planting that has evolved over many years. The front garden faces south, helping to bring natural light into the living spaces, while the rear garden enjoys a peaceful atmosphere with established plants including rose bushes dating back to the age of the house, along with fig and apple trees and aromatic planting.

A separate garage provides additional storage and has recently had its roof and door replaced.

Owner’s Story
The current owner has lived here for five years and is now relocating to rural northern Spain, in Asturias, to begin a new chapter creating an art residency project surrounded by nature and land.

They were originally searching for a home with Art Deco or Art Nouveau influence and strong period character. When they discovered this property, it was immediately clear it was something special. The house offered the authenticity, craftsmanship and personality they had been looking for, echoing the spirit of the William Morris era, particularly fitting with the William Morris Gallery just moments away.

Over the years the home has been carefully maintained and improved, including repainting with Farrow & Ball paints, restoring the original floorboards with eco-friendly varnish, updating kitchen appliances, re-enamelling the bath, regular servicing of the gas system, garden redesign and ongoing upkeep of the property.

The Neighbourhood
One of the standout features of this home is its location within a vibrant and creative part of Walthamstow. The William Morris Gallery and Lloyd Park are just a short walk away and provide beautiful green space, community events and the popular Saturday market which runs year round.

Nearby Wood Street and Hoe Street offer a mix of independent shops, vintage stores and cafés. Local favourites include Ruttle & Rowe for coffee and Dudley on Wood Street, while Highams Park offers additional shops, a cinema reopening soon and the scenic Highams Park Lake.

For culture and community events, Walthamstow Trades Hall regularly hosts concerts and gatherings, while Orford Road and Forest Cinema provide restaurants, entertainment and the much-loved village atmosphere of Walthamstow Village.

Perhaps most special of all is the forest just five minutes from the house, offering miles of peaceful walks and trails. Within around fifteen minutes you can reach the lake, creating a rare combination of city convenience and access to nature.

Transport connections are excellent with easy access to the Overground to Liverpool Street, the Victoria Line and bus routes including the 275, 123 and 212.