Avenue Crescent, London W3

An expertly applied colour palette has transformed this handsome double-fronted Victorian villa in Acton, west London. Especially generous, it spans some 4,680 sq ft internally, with seven bedrooms, airy living spaces and a large rear garden 150ft deep, complete with a sauna and several age-old trees. Period features have been restored and reinstated, including ceiling roses, intricate cornicing and broad bay windows that allow light to flood in.



The Tour



Avenue Crescent is a leafy residential street lined with stately Victorian villas. Set back behind a smart front garden, this Gothic Revival home is particularly arresting, with its steeply pitched twin gables, decorative bargeboards and verge detailing, and prominent porch, which sits atop a flight of York stone steps. The front door is framed by beautifully detailed stained glass and opens to a long hallway that bisects the downstairs plan.



On the right of the plan are two connected living spaces, spanning the entire depth of the house and typical of the Victorian period. Less typical are the proportions of each room: soaring ceilings create an exaggerated sense of airiness, while a large bay window beckons in plenty of light. The original Empire Victorian darkwood floorboards run underfoot, an extra wide-gauge Victorian design, while cornicing and a ceiling rose adorn the ceilings above. An original cast-iron fireplace lies in the front portion of the room, and a glazed door opens to the garden at the rear.



The kitchen and dining room lie on the other side of the hallway. At the front, the vibrant kitchen has magenta cabinetry and integrated appliances. A large central island, topped with the same iroko hardwood as the main bank of units, provides additional preparation space. Bright and airy, the room is beautifully lit by another wide bay window. The rear section is arranged as a dining area and has a tiled fireplace and large glazed doors opening to the garden.



Downstairs is a substantial basement with rooms used for laundry, games and storage.



A sweeping original staircase ascends to the first floor, which has three bedrooms. The sublime principal bedroom is situated here, with rich blue walls, sash windows and a period fireplace. Next door, another bedroom has been converted into a thoughtfully designed walk-in wardrobe.



There are four further bedrooms on the upper floor, each defined by a unique colour palette, and some with built-in storage. There are also two bathrooms, both finished in blue hues. The larger bathroom, on the first floor, has a luxurious roll-top bath and dark floorboards. An additional shower room is on the first half-landing, and the WC on the ground floor has convenient access to the garden.



Outdoor Space



Exceptionally generous, the garden is a true oasis, with an enhanced sense of privacy created by mature trees around its perimeter. A large lawn provides plenty of space for summer games, while a terrace close to the house is ideal for outdoor dining. Secluded at the foot of the garden is a wonderful sauna, painted green so that it disappears into the surrounding foliage.



The Area



The house sits in a peaceful part of London, roughly equidistant from Gunnersbury Park and Acton Park. Gunnersbury Park is a historic park set within beautifully landscaped grounds, with formal gardens, lakes, sports facilities and walking trails. At its heart is Gunnersbury Park Museum, housed in a grand Regency mansion, which explores the local history of Ealing and Hounslow through exhibitions, archives and period interiors. The park also has cafés, playgrounds and open green space.



Acton’s High Street is a short walk away and is home to several shops and the wonderful ActOne Cinema & Café. Nearby Churchfield Road is home to some fantastic establishments, including bakery Layla, Churchfield Food Store (which also serves coffee), and a wonderful greengrocer, Basil and Tom’s.



Well-regarded state-run schooling options near the house include Twyford Church of England High School, Ada Lovelace Church of England High School, and The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls. Popular independent choices include St Augustine's Priory, Ealing, Durston House School, Orchard House School; there are also good transport links to some of the city’s best schools.



Transport connections are excellent, with Acton Town Underground station a short walk away, providing Piccadilly and District line services across London. South Acton and Acton Central offer London Overground connections, while nearby Ealing Broadway provides Elizabeth line services into the West End, the City and Heathrow.



Council Tax Band: G