Three-bedroom house for sale in Leytonstone, beautifully renovated with garden office, kitchen/diner, king-size rooms and potential for substantial attic conversion
Beautifully renovated three-bedroom Edwardian house for sale in Leytonstone, blending elegant period character with contemporary upgrades. Lovingly restored over the past decade, the property offers generous proportions, a stunning kitchen/diner and landscaped garden with bespoke garden office. There is also potential for an L-shaped attic conversion to a five-bed with either a third bathroom or an en-suite (subject to the usual planning process).
Approaching the property, the restored original black-and-white tiled pathway, front yard and established hedge create an attractive first impression and privacy from the street. Stepping through the bright red front door, you’re immediately struck by the scale of the wide hallway, beautifully finished with statement hexagonal tiling and restored period detailing. Original cornicing has been carefully preserved throughout the home, while traditional plaster ceiling roses have been reinstated to complement the property’s heritage. The spacious through-reception room is a magnificent space, flooded with natural light from the large bay window and elegant French doors overlooking the garden. Restored original floorboards and a gas sandstone marble fireplace bring additional warmth and character. There’s ample room for both comfortable seating and a generous dining area, making this an incredibly flexible and sociable space. To the rear, the kitchen/diner has been thoughtfully designed to combine practicality with high-quality finishes. German-engineered units are paired with striking Italian granite worktops and a range of integrated appliances, including a Wodar boiling and filter water tap, Neff Slide & Hide oven, Bosch and Siemens fittings and an integrated wine fridge. Bi-fold doors create a seamless connection to the south-west facing garden, allowing natural light to pour into the space and effortless indoor-outdoor in warmer months. The garden itself has been designed for both relaxation and entertaining, with Indian sandstone paving wrapping around the rear and side return. Festoon lighting adds atmosphere in the evenings, while the insulated garden office offers an excellent work-from-home set-up, complete with power and hard-wired internet connectivity. Additional attached storage room provides further practicality. Also on the ground floor is a stylish shower room tucked neatly beneath the stairs, adding convenience for busy family life. Fitted with WC, sink and rainfall shower, it’s been finished in a quirky style with a penny floor and vintage newspapers used as wallpaper. Upstairs, the sense of space continues across all three bedrooms, each comfortably accommodating king-sized beds thanks to the wider Edwardian proportions. High ceilings, original floorboards and large windows give the rooms a bright and airy feel throughout. Bedroom one to the front of the property is particularly impressive, featuring a beautiful Japanese Sakura mural that adds a charming boutique feel. Dual aspect windows and a beautiful period electric fireplace add further light and character. Bedrooms two and three both overlook the rear, and offer their own unique appeal. With room for all your storage and furnishings, they can be purposed as kids’ bedrooms, guest room, office, hobby room or any combination to suit your specific needs. The family bathroom is another example of the high quality and detail throughout this home. A period style suite consisting of WC with high-level cistern, bath with screen and shower above, and sink with unit below with Burlington brassware throughout for a luxurious yet timeless ambience. The under-sink storage is finished in a brilliant 'berry' rich pink to match the Mustard tall locker cabinet, adding a splash of colour against the French blue-and-white toilet and bath, and smart white subway tiles and penny floor with dark grout. Beyond the property itself, the location is one of Leytonstone’s finest. Francis Road is just a short walk away with its independent cafés, delis, bookshop and popular eateries, while Leytonstone Central Line tube station and Leyton Midland Road Overground stations offer swift connections into the city. Wanstead Flats, Hollow Ponds and Epping Forest are all close by for green open spaces and weekend walks, while the nearby Heathcote & Star gastro pub and local independent businesses help foster the area’s renowned community spirit. A vast array of other amenities can be found in the immediate area, including supermarkets, retail parks and healthcare facilities, alongside a selection of well-respected schools. Beautifully balancing character, lifestyle and future potential, this exceptional home offers a rare opportunity to secure a thoughtfully renovated Edwardian property in one of East London’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. What the seller has to say."What I have loved most about living on Guernsey Road for the last decade is the incredible sense of community. On our quiet street of just 15 houses, we have a rare 'gentleman's agreement' for doorstep parking and a wonderful social atmosphere — from summer barbecues to the fact that even my cats are best friends with the neighbours' cats. Our amazing local shop is just a one-minute walk away, with the local cafe and pub only three minutes away. It is a truly happy home in a fantastic location. As a wider Edwardian build, it offers a sense of space you won't find in a standard Victorian terrace, featuring a designer German kitchen with Italian rough granite worktops with bevelled edges sourced directly from the quarry and a sun-drenched, southwest-facing garden. With a professional garden office and the potential to grow into a five-bed family residence, it’s been a perfect sanctuary, but it’s the lovely people on this street that make it so hard to leave."
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MATERIAL INFORMATIONTenure – FreeholdCouncil tax band – D
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 floor plans are for guidance purposes only. Fixtures and fittings are only included subject to arrangement. Reference is made to the tenure, and where applicable, the 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.
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