Napier Road, Kensal Green, NW10

Napier Road, Kensal Green NW10

£1,300,000 | Freehold

Behind a classic bay fronted Victorian facade on a quiet Kensal Green street, this beautifully characterful four bedroom freehold house pairs original period detail with a striking contemporary extension. It is arranged over three floors and 1,536sq ft.

Living space that works

The reception room sets the tone. Plantation shutters frame the bay window, ornate cornicing runs overhead and a wood burning stove sits within a handsome stone fireplace. It is the perfect place to settle in on a winter evening. Stripped pine boards flow through a wide opening into the dining room where floor to ceiling bespoke shelving gives a wonderful library feel.

A few steps down lies the heart of the house. The kitchen sits within a light filled side return extension of over 22ft. A run of roof lights draws daylight down the length of the room and an exposed brick wall glows warm in the evening. Natural stone flags run underfoot. Shaker style cabinetry, a Stoves range cooker and a metro tiled splashback with open shelving give the kitchen a timeless feel while full height larder cupboards keep everything neatly tucked away. The island has a butler sink and seating for casual breakfasts. There is still room for a dining table and a sofa beside the black framed glazed doors, which open straight onto the garden. A guest WC and useful storage complete the ground floor.

Thoughtfully configured

The first floor offers three bedrooms. At the front, a generous double of 15ft has two tall sash windows and a full wall of fitted wardrobes. A second double overlooks the rear. The third bedroom works equally well as a guest room or a peaceful home office. The family bathroom is full of character with charcoal walls, metro tiling, a bath with a traditional rainfall shower over, a classic pedestal basin and a period style heated towel rail.

The top floor is given over entirely to the principal suite. A bedroom of over 17ft has a roof light, built-in wardrobes and excellent eaves storage, with its own en-suite shower room alongside. It feels like a private retreat at the very top of the house.

Room to grow

The flat roof at the rear gives scope to add a further room or to create a roof terrace (STPP). That gives a new owner a real opportunity to add space and value over time.

The garden

The south facing garden is a private paved courtyard with a relaxed Mediterranean feel. Olive trees line the raised planters and a towering palm adds shelter and greenery. It is easy to look after and a lovely spot for morning coffee or long summer evenings.

The location

Napier Road is moments from College Road, Chamberlayne Road and Salusbury Road, with their restaurants, pubs and independent boutiques. Queen’s Park is a short walk away, as is the Grand Union Canal. Kensal Green station (Bakerloo line and Overground) is close by. Kensal Rise (Overground) and Queen’s Park (Bakerloo line and Overground) are also within easy reach. The celebrated markets of Golborne Road and Portobello Road are a short journey away. Families have a good choice of local schools including Princess Frederica, Kenmont Primary and Ark Academy, with numerous private schools nearby.