Grenville Court IV, London SE19

This immaculate two-bedroom apartment lies on the raised ground floor of Grenville Court, part of the esteemed Dulwich Estate. Built by Austin Vernon & Partners between 1957 and 1963, the apartments were designed to provide high-quality housing for working professionals. This apartment retains a wealth of original features, including hardwood floors and Crittall windows that frame leafy views of the beautiful communal gardens. Close to Dulwich and Sydenham Woods, the apartment sits in a brilliant position within a coveted pocket of south-east London and has a private garage.



The Estate



An area well known for its exceptional modernist architecture, the Dulwich Estate occupies approximately 1,500 acres and includes numerous private roads managed by the estate. It is noted for its concentration of outstanding 1950s and ’60s design, much of it by Austin Vernon & Partners. The mix of houses and thoughtful landscaping makes for an appealing and unique place to live.



The Tour



The brilliance of Austin Vernon & Partners’ design filters through every aspect of these coveted buildings, from their light-filled spatial planning to the most considered details. This attention is equally evident in the communal areas, which pair bare brick with polished concrete, terrazzo, encaustic tiling, and glass brick walls.



Steps lead up to this apartment’s private entrance on the raised ground floor, at the rear of the block. A neat entrance hall with fitted storage opens onto a bright living space, its original Crittall windows (which rotate on a central axis) framing views of the lush surrounding gardens. Original hardwood floors run across the room.



A sliding door leads to the kitchen, defined by smart white cabinetry and a tiled splashback. The bright space has been optimised with plenty of storage, including a large utility cupboard and separate larder. A wrap around corner window looks onto the grounds and open shelving provides additional storage space. Integrated appliances include a fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, slimline dishwasher, microwave/oven, a separate oven and hob and accompanying extractor fan.



There are two bright double bedrooms; each has fitted storage and large Crittall windows with reeded glass detailing. A shared bathroom has geometric floor tiling and a bathtub with an overhead shower.



A Worcester Bosch boiler was installed in 2020, and has been serviced annually.



Outdoor Space



All residents of the Dulwich Estate have access to the woodland and beautifully maintained communal gardens that surround its buildings, which are populated by a variety of mature trees.



The Area



Grenville Court lies close to the wildlife reserves of Dulwich and Sydenham Woods, and next to Crystal Palace Park. Other local attractions include the Dulwich Picture Gallery, the Horniman Museum, and the town centres of Crystal Palace and Dulwich Village.



Crystal Palace, which was included in Lonely Planet’s “Greatest Little-Known Neighbourhoods in the World,” is a short walk away and is a vibrant area with award-winning restaurants and bars, as well as a thriving arts and music scene. The apartment is well-positioned for access to the transport network, with Gipsy Hill and Sydenham Hill stations less than one mile away.



Gipsy Hill station has direct rail links to London Bridge (23 minutes), London Victoria (25 minutes), and Clapham Junction (16 minutes). Trains from Sydenham Hill run to Victoria in 15 minutes. There are also excellent bus links to central London.



Tenure: Leasehold / Lease length: Approx. 122 years remaining / Service charge: Approx. £2,300 per annum / Council Tax Band: C