Petherton Road, London N5

Set across the raised ground floor of a Victorian house in Newington Green, this one-bedroom apartment overlooks its private garden on one side and the tree-lined Petherton Road on the other. A thorough recent renovation saw the addition of a sleek kitchen and a glazed dining room that looks out towards a cluster of mature trees. During the process, a series of original features - including solid oak floorboards and a stone fireplace - were uncovered and restored to their former glory. The apartment sits in a particularly sought-after spot, with Highbury, Stoke Newington and Dalston all a short walk away.

The Tour

A short flight of steps rises to the building's shared front door. This opens to a communal entrance hall, where this apartment's private front door lies. Inside, the apartment is arranged around a central hallway, with the large open-plan living and dining room at the rear. High ceilings are accentuated by a bay of expansive glazing that frames peaceful views of the garden beyond.

A contemporary kitchen is positioned a few steps down from the living room. The cabinetry is finished in a soft shade of green providing plenty of storage space and there are integrated appliances. From the kitchen, a glazed door opens to the balcony - an ideal spot for a seat in the morning light. From the balcony, stairs descend to the private garden.

The bedroom is positioned at the front of the plan and is lit by an elegantly wide bay window. There are built-in wardrobes to one corner and engineered oak floorboards underfoot. Accessed from the hallway, the bathroom is finished with beautiful marine blue Zellige tiles and matching paintwork.

Outdoor Space

A glazed door leads from the kitchen, via a steel balcony, to the garden. The garden unfolds over two levels and is lined with raised beds full of tomatoes and geraniums, and jasmine creeps over the garden fence. Morning and afternoon filters through the leaves of a mature chestnut tree and hydrangea grandifloras.

The Area

Petherton Road is an arresting avenue of Victorian residences separated by a narrow, tree-lined strip of grassy parkland that follows the length of its route between Canonbury and the open expanses of Clissold Park. It is perfectly positioned for the best of Highbury and Stoke Newington, with Highbury Barn also in easy reach.

Newington Green has a wealth of great places to eat; Esters and Jolene are particular neighbourhood favourites. Much-loved Stoke Newington Church Street is home to The Spence Bakery, Whole Foods and The Good Egg, as well as many independent businesses. A short walk away is Primeur; described as “the perfect neighbourhood restaurant”, it serves modern European cuisine and natural wine. The green open spaces of Clissold Park, Finsbury Park and Highbury Fields – which has tennis courts, a playground and a swimming pool – are also within easy walking distance.

The nearest station is Canonbury, for London Overground services towards Highbury and Islington (Victoria Line), Shoreditch High Street and Stratford (Jubilee Line and Central Line and DLR).

Tenure: Share of Freehold
Lease Length: Approx. 963 years remaining 
Service Charge: Approx. £1,500 per annum
Council Tax Band: D