Kilburn Lane II, London W10

This spirited two-bedroom Victorian house sits on the Queen’s Park Estate, which was built by the Artizans, Labourers and General Dwellings Company. Colour has been employed sparingly but masterfully, creating a set of spaces that are comfortable and full of personality. A private garden extends at the rear, and the wonderful Queen’s Park (with its excellent Sunday market) is a short walk away.



The Tour



Kilburn Lane is a peaceful residential street lined with picturesque houses. This home’s front door is set within a brick-built porch; it opens to a hallway, which in turn leads to the living spaces. Richly toned oak herringbone floors line the entire ground floor.



The house was fully renovated four years ago by the current owners. At the front is the sitting room, a beautifully bright space thanks to a large shuttered sash window. Panelled walls have been painted a warming terracotta up to the picture rail, and there is plenty of open shelving. The room is open to the dining room, where a deep forest green paint has been used. There is more built-in storage here, and a subtly striking marble fireplace surround sits to one side.



Beyond is the kitchen, arranged in a galley style with wonderful marble countertops, white units and appliances, including a black Rangemaster oven. French doors at the rear open directly to the garden.



Stairs dressed with a vibrant orange runner ascend to the first floor. There are two bedrooms here, both with white walls and the same oak floors as below. The principal is a delightful room with two shuttered sash windows and a generous bank of built-in wardrobes.



The bathroom is at the rear of the upper floor and has a fantastic traditional feel. Marble chequerboard tiles ground underfoot, and there is a roll-top bath and a separate walk-in shower. The WC lies just before, slightly delineated by folding doors.



Outdoor Space



The rear garden is accessed via doors in the dining room and the kitchen, which, when left open in the summer, creates a circular, cohesive feel. Largely laid to lawn, the garden also has two terraced areas for outdoor dining and has beds ready for planting.



The Area



Kilburn Lane is excellently located close to Queen’s Park, Kensal Rise and Ladbroke Grove. Nearby Chamberlayne Road has a fine selection of independent restaurants, delis, pubs and shops, including a butcher, greengrocer, florist and a Gail's. There is also a tennis court locally, a charming city farm and an excellent wooden playground.



Other local favourites include Michiko Sushino sushi bar and Italian restaurant Ida, family-owned Vicki's deli, as well as the renowned music venue and gastro-pub Paradise and bar/restaurant Parlour. Further bars, restaurants and pubs can be found along the bustling Lonsdale Road. A range of yoga and Pilates studios, gyms and fitness centres are nearby, including Yogaloft.



Nearby Queen’s Park is a wonderful outdoor communal space for playing, picnicking, tennis and golf, and on Sundays erupts into activity with its busy farmers’ market.



The boutiques and restaurants of Westbourne Grove and Portobello Road Market are within a 30-minute walk. Regent's Canal can be reached on foot in 10-minutes; from there, a 40-minute stroll leads to Maida Vale, Regent’s Park and Paddington Station.



There are plenty of excellent schools locally, in both the state and independent sectors.



Transport connections are fantastic: Zone 2 stations Kensal Rise and Queen’s Park are under 10 minutes away, and run Bakerloo line and Overground services. Buses from Harrow Road reach Kings Cross/Euston and Notting Hill, and Hyde Park in about 25 minutes. There is also good access to the M4, A4 and A40.



Council Tax Band: E