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Forest Drive East, Leytonstone, London, E11 1JY

PROPERTY TYPE

Terraced

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Floorplan 1
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Key features

  • 2001 rebuilt Double-fronted Victorian family home
  • 3201 Square feet including Garage
  • Five bedrooms and three elegant reception rooms
  • Solid American Oak staircase and doors with Zimbabwean teak floor
  • Bespoke oak and maple kitchen with terracotta tiled floor
  • Both front and rear drives with dropped kerbs and parking for four vehicles
  • Insulated double garage suitable as a studio or workshop
  • Hardwood sash windows throughout plus Concrete / insulated Floors throughout and insulated loft room
  • Freehold
  • EPC Rating D

Description

A rare property for London with both front and back entrances to Forest Drive East and James Lane, with dropped kerbs and paved off road parking for 2 vehicles on each driveway.

The secure rear driveway has accommodated oversized / large camper vans.

This beautiful five bedroom home combines remarkable period character with bespoke craftsmanship and generous family living.
Set on one of Upper Leytonstone’s most desirable residential streets.

Approached through ornate brick gate piers, the generous frontage immediately sets the tone. A brick-paved driveway provides ample parking before an open porch and beautifully crafted oak front door with handmade leaded glass panels.

Inside, an impressive entrance hall showcases the quality found throughout the home. High ceilings, decorative coving and handcrafted oak joinery are complemented by striking Zimbabwean teak flooring with intricate marquetry inlay. Beneath the staircase, a useful cellar provides additional storage, while a stylish ground floor cloakroom adds everyday practicality.

The three reception rooms each retain their own individual character. Deep cornicing, ceiling roses, marble and Portland stone fireplaces and elegant proportions celebrate the home’s Victorian heritage, while large bay windows flood the principal rooms with natural light. To the rear, the largest reception room opens directly onto the garden through wide French oak doors, creating a seamless connection between inside and out.

The heart of the home is undoubtedly the spacious kitchen and dining room. Handmade solid oak cabinetry, maple worktops and a carved Belfast sink create a timeless feel, while colourful handcrafted wall tiles and terracotta flooring add warmth and personality. Access to the garden is through an Iroko stable door. The adjoining scullery offers excellent storage and features a charming inglenook fireplace with an impressive oak beam, currently housing a gas-fired Aga available by separate negotiation.

Outside, the landscaped rear garden has been thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and family life. A generous Iroko deck leads onto lawns centred around a decorative three-tier fountain, all enclosed by beautifully built brick walls that echo the craftsmanship of the property’s front boundary.

Beyond the garden sits a fully insulated double garage with plumbing and electricity already installed, making it equally suited as secure parking, a workshop, creative studio or future home office. Additional parking is accessed via James Lane through substantial Iroko timber gates.

Upstairs, a beautifully handcrafted oak staircase rises to a spacious split-level landing. The luxurious family bathroom is exceptionally generous, featuring an oversized bath, separate shower, twin basins, bidet and bespoke gold plated brass fittings, with distinctive Zimbabwean teak flooring continuing the home’s rich design palette.

All five bedrooms are beautifully proportioned, each finished with quality Axminster carpeting and individual period-inspired décor. Four retain original fireplaces, while the principal bedroom enjoys a large bay window and adjoining fifth bedroom, offering flexibility as a dressing room, nursery or home office.

Upper Leytonstone remains one of East London’s most sought-after neighbourhoods, prized for its wide Victorian streets and strong sense of community. Leytonstone and Leyton High Roads offer an excellent choice of independent cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities, while Central line connections place the City and West End within easy reach. Hollow Ponds, Leyton Flats, Wanstead Flats, Hackney Marshes and Walthamstow Wetlands are all nearby, offering acres of green open space just moments from the front door.


MATERIAL INFORMATION
Tenure – Freehold
Council tax band – F
To view this property, please contact a member of our friendly and helpful team of property professionals.

These property particulars have been prepared by Trading Places Estate and Letting Agents under the instruction of the owner and shall not constitute an offer or the basis of any contract. They are created as a general guide and our visit to the property was for the purpose of preparing these particulars. No form of survey, structural or otherwise was carried out. We have not tested any of the appliances, services or connections and therefore cannot verify them to be in working order or fit for the purpose. This includes heating systems. All measurements are subject to a margin of error, and photographs and floorplans are for guidance purposes only. Fixtures and fittings are only included subject to arrangement. Reference made to the tenure and where applicable lease term is based on information supplied by the owner and prospective buyers(s) must make their own enquiries regarding all matters referred to above.

COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Rear garden
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Forest Drive East, Leytonstone, London, E11 1JY

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Affordability

Monthly repayments£9,528
Property: £ 1,900,000
Deposit: £ 190,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Trading Places, Leytonstone

46 Church Lane, London, E11 1HE
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Trading Places Estate and Letting Agents

As a husband and wife team with over 50 years' collective experience in property sales and lettings, we've been your local estate agents since the late nineties.

In 2021, during the height of the Coronavirus pandemic and its many challenges, we decided to give our team a boost, a bright new future, something to look forward to... and it was also about time Trading Places got a fresh look too, one to reflect the wonderful and vibrant local community we love so much.

Over the past two decades we've grown and evolved as people and as a business and watched the fantastic neighbourhood we live and work in do the same. So, while our core values and exceptional service standards will never change, we really hope you like our brand new look.

We're able to combine our passion for property and our deep affection for the area to help people find their next happy home. And with a fantastic mix of distinctive Edwardian and Victorian properties, charming cottages full of character, snug terraced houses and smart, modern flats, this beautiful London suburb really does have something for everyone - you just need the right support to help you find it!

Whether you're looking for a quiet and cosy home to really settle in, or a vibrant pad in the heart of the 'hubub', our local estate agents know every part of Leytonstone and the surrounding hidden gems of East London... and we promise that we'll always offer you 100% honest advice.

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