Victoria Park Road II, London E9

This beautiful three-bedroom house sits directly opposite the ever-popular Victoria Park, within easy reach of some of east London's most beloved neighbourhoods. The space has been wonderfully reimagined, lending to an ease of movement, and the neutral palette, flattered by bold and nuanced shades of blue and green, exudes a calmness that is mirrored in the private garden at the rear.



The Tour



Situated on a traditional Victorian terrace, the house stands apart from those that it borders with its dark-painted woodwork. Entry is distanced from the street by a small private garden at the front.



From the entrance, the hallway opens to an exceptionally spacious living area. Light enters through a bay window at the front and is amplified by soft-grey walls and contrasting white-painted woodwork. Convenient storage cupboards have been fitted beneath the staircase, ideal for concealing daily household items, and cornicing has been reinstated above. There is further plentiful built-in storage across this level.



Beyond is the kitchen, where large white tiles line the floor, reflecting the light drawn in by two skylights above the dining area. In the dining area is a built-in bench seat with handy storage concealed within. Navy wooden cabinetry has elegant brass fittings and appliances include a Smeg cooker, an integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher. A wide glass door opens directly into the private garden that is also independently accessible through the first and smallest of the three bedrooms; a shower room lies adjacent.



On the first floor, the principal bedroom honours its architectural beginnings while embracing contemporary design practicalities. The room has two windows and exposed original floorboards that imitate the amber pigments of the pine door. Sage-green built-in wardrobes discretely line the far wall.



A third bedroom sits opposite, along with the bathroom. Here, geometric patterned floor tiles lie beneath a freestanding roll-top bath, next to a generous walk-in shower. There are cupboards with space for a stacked standing washing machine and dryer.



Outdoor Space



The private garden at the rear of the house has been thoughtfully designed with a smooth and easily maintained pebbled walkway up to a timber platform. Exposed and painted mottled brick walls enclose the garden and provide a richly textured backdrop. Matching decking boards create a raised bed on one side for successional planting, while evergreen shrubs drape the far wall with seasonal displays of colour.



The Area



Victoria Park Road has a quiet, almost village-like feel as a result of its proximity to Victoria Park, the canal and various farmer’s markets. Victoria Park is directly opposite the house, and Victoria Park Village has some brilliant food shops, including The Ginger Pig butcher and fishmonger Jonathan Norris. Weekly stalls take place at Victoria Park and Well Street, and nearby Broadway Market has many excellent places to eat and drink; it also hosts a food market on Saturdays.



There are many excellent local restaurants, such as Lardo, Pophams and Elliots, close to London Fields, along with Pidgin, Cornerstone, Casa Fofo, and The Grand Howl on Well Street, which serves fantastic coffee.



The house is within easy reach of the best of Homerton and Clapton too, including Chatsworth Road, which runs north of Homerton High Street. It offers a lively offering of independent shops, cafés and restaurants, such as Shanes and Leo's, and specialist food suppliers L’épicerie and Organico. There is an excellent Sunday market and several good pubs in the area, such as The Kenton, The Elderfield, Adam and Eve and The Spread Eagle, London’s first vegan pub. Neighbourhood gem The Castle Cinema is independently crowdfunded and screens blockbusters as well as classic and contemporary arthouse films.



Hackney Wick, with its popular canal and restaurant scene, is also within walking distance. The local stalwart Crate Brewery and pizzeria is a great relaxed hang-out, as is The Library of Things, an excellent spot to borrow tools and other household equipment.



Homerton and Hackney Wick stations are equidistant, running London Overground services to Highbury & Islington (Victoria line) in one direction, and Stratford International (Jubilee line) in the other.



Council Tax Band: D