3 bedroom flatLongton Avenue, London, SE26 6QJ

Spread over two floors of an impressive early Victorian villa, this 3 bedroom/ 2 reception maisonette benefits from an abundance of space and a large private garden. The property has high ceilings and well-proportioned rooms throughout plus a host of period features preserved as part of The Recycled House project created by its current owners. Adapting the existing décor of the house rather than replacing it has led to discovery of vintage wall coverings and original features remaining intact. The property was featured in the Guardian Weekend as well as being opened to the public for Artist Open House events to show the potential of living a sustainable lifestyle. On entering the property, a mahogany banister staircase leads to an open central hallway. Leading off are the large airy living room with original sash windows, alcoves and picture rails, the dining room, featuring original wooden floorboards and an open fire, a good-sized bedroom and a bathroom, complete with bath and shower. An archway leads to the kitchen with views of the garden, and a small staircase leading to two further bedrooms. The upstairs rooms have sloped ceilings and window coves plus an abundance of storage space easily accessible from each room. Outside, the 60’ x 40’ garden is an oasis of quiet, and has the added benefit of a large shed/ workshop, bike storage and greenhouse, with mature fruit trees and a wildlife area. Set in the desirable upper Sydenham area, the property is close to the beautiful Wells Park, Sydenham woods and Crystal Palace Park. It has excellent public transport links, being 10 minute’s walk to Sydenham overground and Sydenham Hill Stations, with regular trains to central London in less than 20 minutes. The area has excellent primary and secondary schools and is a short walk to Sydenham High Street’s independent shops, cafés and bars. Alternatively, Crystal Palace with its organic market, vintage shops and exciting nightlife, is only a 10 minute walk away.