* Share of freehold
This bright two - bedroom maisonette sits on Cranfield Road, a road that dates
to 1863, in the Brockley Conservation Area. Spanning 760 sq ft, the apartment
has been restored under its current ownership to incorporate thoughtful new
design touches that chime with the house's original Victorian features. Light
bathes the interior spaces, pouring through 19th century arched head sash
windows and falling on weathered pine floorboards. The delights of Brockley, a
thriving London neighbourhood with a growing cultural profile, are on the
house's doorstep. Frequent overground services run from the area, with London
Bridge accessible in just 12 minutes.
Setting the Scene
Before residential development in the 19th century, Brockley was renowned for
its fertile soil and market gardens, the quality of the area’s rhubarb and
strawberries being of particular note. In the late 1800s, the establishment of
the North Kent Railway and its new station at St Johns drew a number of
wealthy industrialists to the area.
Leafy streets, nature reserves and public gardens provide the area with an
abundance of green space. This apartment is in the Brockley Conservation Area,
which is known for quality Italianate stucco, gothic terracotta detailing and
Victorian buildings in various architectural styles. For more information,
please see the History section.
The Grand Tour
The front door to this maisonette is at the top of a short flight of steps,
and is framed by a stucco moulded archway. The door opens directly to the
hallway, which is ideal for keeping boots, jackets or a bicycle. From here, a
staircase winds past a large sash window, with views over the leafy
surroundings, to reach the first floor. A generous living space to the front
of the plan opens seamlessly from the landing, painted in ‘Red Earth’ by
Farrow and Ball to accentuate the elegant Victorian proportions. Light floods
through two margin light sash windows, illuminating the original pine
floorboards that run underfoot. Below the windows, the current owner has
arranged a sitting area as well as a space for dining. This room's open plan
makes it the perfect place for hosting guests. At the other side of the room
there is a well - appointed kitchen with dark - painted timber cabinetry and a
solid oak worktop. The kitchen is fitted with a large Belfast ceramic sink, an
induction hob and a dishwasher, making an excellent space for cooking.
One double bedroom sits on the first floor, with views of mature trees towards
the rear of the apartment. A staircase with white balustrades and a mahogany
handrail rises to the floor above, where a second double bedroom and a
bathroom are arranged. Tucked in the eaves of the building, soft light falls
through a dormer window that peers over the rooftops of Brockley, imbuing the
room with a warm, cosy atmosphere. Here, built - in wardrobes and skirting board
profiles have been painted in ‘Green Smoke’ to complement the ‘Lime White’
walls, both by Farrow and Ball. Next door is the bathroom, with white - painted
floorboards and walls in a hue of deep blue. The shower room is fitted with a
Burlington sink and fittings that reflect the period origins of the apartment,
and at one side of the room there is a generous tiled shower.
Out and About
Cranfield Road is a short walk from the coveted cafés, restaurants and bars
near Brockley station, including the reputable Browns of Brockley coffee shop,
Joyce natural wine bar, l’Oculto, for tapas, and Good as Gold. Brockley has
the feel of a self - sufficient town with all the associated amenities
available.
Hilly Fields is a 10 - minute walk away. With expansive green spaces and
elevated views across the capital, as well as a café, playground, nature
reserve, tennis courts and basketball courts, it is arguably one of the finest
parks in South London. Brockley & Ladywell Cemetery is also within easy reach,
spanning 37 acres of beautiful green space protected within the Brockley
Conservation Area.
There is a renowned farmers’ market every Saturday at Brockley Market,
offering a wide range of organic produce alongside food trucks and wine
merchants. Nearby Deptford, recently voted one of the world’s coolest high
streets, has plentiful shops, restaurants and cafés.
Deptford Market Yard, a recently launched collection of independent shops and
restaurants set within and around Deptford’s refurbished railway arches, is
nearby. Goldsmiths University is within walking distance and will soon open
the doors to its new gallery, which was designed by Turner - prize - winning
architects Assemble.
The apartment is in easy walking distance of three stations. St Johns station
is just 15 minutes on foot and runs direct services to London Bridge (for the
Jubilee and Northern lines) and Cannon Street (for the Circle and District
Lines). Brockley station, less than a five minute walk away, runs overground
services run to Canada Water (for the Jubilee line), Shoreditch and
Whitechapel. Brockley station also runs direct services to London Bridge in
around 10 minutes via Southern Rail. Lewisham, approximately a 25 - minute walk
away, operates the DLR for connections to Canary Wharf, Bank and National Rail
services.
Tenure: Share of Freehold
Lease Length: Approx. 998 years remaining
Service Charge: £380 per annum
Council Tax Band: C

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