Hermitage Lane, Hampstead NW2

Architect-designed in 1964, this four-bedroom mid-century modern end-of-terrace freehold house sits just off Platts Lane in Hampstead and offers circa 1,703 sq ft across three levels, with front and rear gardens, a secure garage and additional parking. In the same ownership for over 50 years, the house retains a strong connection to its original design while giving its next owner genuine scope to shape the home around the way they want to live.

The Home
There is something increasingly distinctive about a house that has kept a clear connection to the era in which it was designed. Here, the mid-century architecture, original detailing and three-level arrangement give the home an identity of its own, while the calm setting and outlook towards Elm Park create a noticeably peaceful atmosphere.

Having been a much-loved family home for more than five decades, the house has provided the setting for generations of family life, from raising children to welcoming grandchildren. That history can still be felt in the way the spaces work together, with large windows bringing daylight through the house and a layout that gives different parts of the family room to spread out.

The entrance hallway retains original mid-century carpentry and leads through to two reception spaces and a large kitchen. Elsewhere, original parquet flooring continues the architectural character of the house. The current arrangement also includes a second kitchen on the lower ground floor, giving an incoming owner the choice of retaining two separate cooking areas or exploring a different configuration, subject to any necessary consents.

Across the levels are four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with built-in storage in two of the bedrooms. Rooms on the upper floor look across Elm Park and on the lower floor to both the front and rear gardens, bringing a green and bright open outlook into the home.

Above the existing accommodation is a generous, already-boarded loft. Subject to the relevant planning and building consents, it offers potential to extend the house further and create additional accommodation tailored to the next owner's requirements.

Outside, the front garden continues the home's mid-century character and creates a defined approach from Hermitage Lane. To the rear is a further large garden providing different places to sit outside through the day. Beyond the garden is a secure lock-up garage behind the house (access via Elm Terrace) with an additional parking space, together with access to Elm Park, a tucked-away cherry tree-lined green space.

The Neighbourhood
Hermitage Lane sits on the western side of Hampstead, close to West Heath, Golders Hill Park and Finchley Road, with Hampstead Heath approximately 0.3 miles from the property. The Heath brings woodland, open meadows, walking routes, swimming ponds and sports facilities into the wider neighbourhood, with Parliament Hill providing one of London's best-known skyline viewpoints.

Golders Hill Park is also close by, with its children's playground, zoo, tennis courts, café and walled garden, while Kenwood House and its surrounding grounds lie further across the Heath. Hampstead Village and Hampstead High Street are around 1.2 miles away, providing independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities.

Finchley Road and Golders Green provide further shopping and dining options, including established local restaurants such as Giacomo's. Nearby schools include St Luke's Church of England School, Hampstead School and The King Alfred School.

Golders Green Underground Station is approximately 0.7 miles away and is served by the Northern line, while Hampstead Underground Station provides another Northern line option to the east.

It is a part of Hampstead where family life can feel slightly removed from the busier High Street, while the Heath, local schools, transport and everyday amenities remain within easy reach.

Material Information
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: D (65)
Local Authority: London Borough of Barnet
Council Tax Band: G
Chain: Chain-Free