Sotheby Road, Highbury, London, N5

Entry to the apartment is via the handsome red brick façade of a Victorian terraced townhouse, meticulously maintained by the three freeholders and punctuated by traditional sash windows.

Inside, original floorboards run throughout and ascend to the third floor, where the living spaces have been thoughtfully positioned to make the most of the plan. At the front of the home, two large sash windows fill the reception room with natural light, while Bauwerk limewash on the walls and ceilings throughout the living spaces provide a calm, understated backdrop to the bespoke joinery and cabinet. The fireplace has been restored to working order, with a marble surround and original tiling, forming a focal point for the space.

French doors lead through to the beautifully realised kitchen, which combines in frame Shaker style cabinetry painted in Sudbury Yellow by Farrow & Ball with Calacatta Viola marble worktops. A Lacanche Beaune range cooker, with gas hob and electric oven, is flanked by open shelving and fluted wall lights positioned beside the concealed extractor. Sunlight streams through the sash window, catching the Rowen & Wren brass fixtures.

To the rear of the plan is the principal bedroom, which enjoys a southerly aspect. Decorated in Sage Green by Little Greene, the room has a cosy, considered feel and incorporates a built in marble dressing table alongside a run of fitted wardrobes. Additional storage lines the hallway wall on this floor, forming an elegant yet practical utility area.

An assured use of colour continues on the second floor, where Nashville House by Lick has been applied across the walls, ceiling and bespoke wardrobes. A characterful original coloured glass door opens into the bathroom, which is fitted with Burlington fixtures and finished with brown zellige tiles that reflect light and bring warmth to the space.

Throughout the flat, the woodwork - including windows, skirting boards and doors - is painted in Wevet by Farrow & Ball. Antique brass sockets and switches by Jim Lawrence are used throughout, creating a strong feeling of cohesion.

At the top of the home lies an expansive south facing terrace, which enjoys sunlight throughout the day. It is the only terrace in sight, offering a rare and irreplicable sense of privacy and elevation. Newly laid checkerboard tiles run underfoot, and there is ample space for planting, dining and entertaining.

Sotheby Road sits within a Conservation Area, recognised by Islington Council for its ornate red brick terraced houses and decorative detailing. The tree lined street is incredibly quiet, and the apartment is exceptionally well placed to enjoy the nearby green spaces of Clissold Park and Highbury Fields - both much loved and frequented by runners, tennis players, families and dog walkers throughout the week.

The Highbury neighbourhood has also emerged as something of a culinary and coffee destination. Alongside a Dusty Knuckle outpost, there is an excellent selection of cafés and restaurants, including Frank's Canteen and Farang, while the Bank of Friendship is a much-loved local pub. A host of independent shops further enrich the area; favourites include Da Mario Deli, Godfreys Butchers, Highbury Fishmongers, La Fromagerie and Miss Pem florist.

Cultural life is equally abundant, with Stoke Newington Church Street, Newington Green, Dalston and Upper Street all close by - placing the home in a particularly enviable position from which to enjoy the best of North and East London.

Transport connections are impressively convenient. Arsenal Underground Station (Piccadilly line) is just over a 10 minute walk away, while Highbury & Islington - served by the Victoria line as well as the Mildmay and Windrush Overground lines is a 20-minute walk away. Canonbury Overground station is approximately a 15 minute walk away. Numerous bus routes also operate nearby, making journeys across London straightforward and efficient, with each of London's airports easily accessible.