Linden Grove, London, SE15

This light-filled apartment lies on Linden Grove, a tree-lined residential street in Nunhead, south-east London. It occupies the top floor of a handsome Victorian house and combines period and mid-century features, from tiled fireplaces to 1930s parquet floors. Linden Grove runs alongside the beautiful Nunhead Cemetery, one of London’s ‘Magnificent Seven’, and is within easy reach of the excellent amenities around Nunhead Green.



The Tour



A shared front door and staircase provide access to the home’s private entrance on the first floor. From here, stairs ascend to the apartment which occupies the full depth of the building and is arranged over a split-level landing. The upper-level at the front the apartment is occupied by a delightful living room, where sash windows draw in plenty of natural light. White walls provide a fresh backdrop for art and furniture, pairing beautifully with the honey-hued parquet flooring and ornate tiled cast-iron fireplace.



The kitchen sits at the far end of the home and has L-shaped white cabinetry, thick timber countertops and a Belling range-style oven. A window above the counters draws in abundant natural light. Traditional black-and-white flooring underfoot nods to the building’s heritage.



Positioned centrally, the bedroom is a serene space with the same parquet flooring as the living room. Marine-blue tiles frame a period fireplace, the mantel of which is perfect for displaying flowers, ceramics and treasured objects. The bathroom sits a few steps down on the lower-level landing and is finished in the home’s hallmark crisp white palette.



The Area



Linden Grove is a short walk from Nunhead Green, home to an eclectic mix of independent retailers including Alkemi, which offers a range of predominantly handmade Korean, Japanese and Swedish imports; Mother Superior, a wine shop and deli; and The Nunhead Gardener, a local garden centre stocking a wide range of indoor and outdoor plants. There are also three beloved pubs, each offering their own distinct atmosphere, an excellent pizza spot and a celebrated bakery.



Within a 20-minute walk is Bellenden Road, voted one of the ‘Best Places to Live in London’ by The Sunday Times. The road has become a hub for excellent independent cafés, boutiques, restaurants and bars, including Levan, Artusi and The Begging Bowl. Review Bookshop is a fantastic independent bookseller, while The General Store is a neighbourhood grocery store and coffee shop offering seasonal produce, including Neal’s Yard cheeses and a selection of natural wines. Lordship Lane is a short walk away and offers further eateries and shopping opportunities.



Nunhead Cemetery, a beautiful woodland oasis with remarkable views across the city skyline, lies opposite the apartment. The Cemetery has become a hub for the community, offering outdoor film nights in the summer months, guided bat walks and a variety of other popular events. The sought-after green space of Peckham Rye Park is also close by. In addition, Nunhead is part of the Green Chain Walk, a linked network of open spaces stretching between the River Thames and Crystal Palace Park.



Nunhead station is a short walk away and provides Thameslink and Southeastern services to London Victoria and King’s Cross St Pancras. The Overground stations at Peckham Rye and Queens Road Peckham are also nearby, offering Windrush line services on a north-south axis.



Tenure: Leasehold / Lease Length: Approx. 110 years remaining / Service Charge: ad hoc / Ground Rent: c. £100 per annum / Council Tax Band: B