From the colourful parade of shops that lines it pedestrianised centre, to its long-standing pubs, much-loved restaurants and renowned weekly market, Herne Hill is teeming with independent businesses and its devoted local community works hard to retain its unique charm. There are several outstanding schools and connections are great, with regular trains from Herne Hill station going to London Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon. It’s crowning glory is Brockwell Park, one of the most beautiful parks in London, and its Art Deco lido and café, which are popular all year round.
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Romola Road, SE24
Features
- Five double bedrooms
- Three bathrooms
- Victorian semi-detached house
- Well-maintained private garden
- Almost 2,000 square feet of internal space
- Immaculately presented throughout
- Desirable street near Brockwell Park
- Amenities of Tulse Hill, Herne Hill and Brixton
- Within catchment area for multiple Ofsted outstanding schools
- Freehold
Property details
Keating Estates are proud to present to market an exquisite five-bedroom, three-bathroom Victorian semi-detached house, this beautiful home on Romola Road has almost 2,000 square feet of internal space on offer and a prime location on a leafy residential street close to Brockwell Park. Perfectly sandwiched between amenities in Herne Hill, Tulse Hill and Brixton, this stunning home will appeal to purchasers who are contemplating moving to all three of these sought-after locations; with a varied array of restaurants, shops, schools and transport links on the doorstep.
To the front of the property is a wonderfully bright and airy reception room, complete with shutters over the bay window and high ceilings amplifying the sense of space to create a soothingly stunning area in which to relax. The reception room offers a contemporary pocket door, keep closed for a cosy feel or slide open to allow seamless views into the expansive dine-in kitchen which has been tastefully extended to make use of all available space, creating the ideal hub of the home. Dine in style at the table elevated above the kitchen with leafy views to the garden beyond, stepping down into the superb kitchen. Boasting sleek stylish cabinetry, generous storage and work surfaces, a sociable breakfast bar, as well as plenty of room for a large lounge area, the expansive kitchen is a fantastic space sure to wow guests. Integrated speakers and considered lighting arrangements add further feature, leading up toward the skylights which, along with the feature side windows and bi-fold glass doors allow light to bathe the space, leading onto the rear garden.
Thoughtfully designed, the lovely and well-maintained garden feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of city life, providing the ideal sunny spot in which to unwind with a book or dine al-fresco throughout the warmer months. Completing the ground floor is a stylish and convenient water closet, ideal for visiting guests. Liberating space in the kitchen, a handy utility room is neatly tucked away behind a sliding door.
On the first floor sits the principal suite, two further bedrooms and a modern family bathroom. Simply luxurious, the principal suite offers a sizeable bedroom with a large bay window, four sets of fitted wardrobes and double sinks set to a mirrored dresser, leading through into a unique en-suite shower room with a balcony. Contemporary neutral décor and cosy carpets create a calming yet airy ambience to the suite, ideal for unwinding at the end of the day. Nestled to the rear of the home, two further double bedrooms enjoy views over the garden, separated by a tasteful family bathroom complete with a bathtub and mirrored storage.
Set to the second floor are two further double bedrooms with lofted ceilings, bathed in light from remote controlled Velux windows with Automatic climate control to close when it rains. A further WC is set to this upper floor, completing the interior of this exquisite house.
This expansive home could be moved into stress-free, benefiting from the immaculate finish and thoughtful consideration of design, inclusive of the further perk of underfloor heating which runs throughout the property with individual thermostat controls in each room.
Romola Road is a sought-after residential street conveniently located a short walk from the green open spaces of Brockwell Park, an award-winning park with its iconic lido among its myriad of attractions. Tulse Hill train station is within a five-minute stroll with trains to London Bridge, Elephant and Castle and central London via Southern Rail and the Thames Link. Herne Hill and West Dulwich are also within easy walking reach offering a village feel and a wide range of amenities. Brixton, first stop on the Victoria Line and the lauded Brixton Village is a five-minute bus journey or a twenty-four minute walk across Brockwell Park, covering the wants and needs of the majority of purchasers. Early registration of interest strongly advised.
EPC rating: C (73)
Tulse Hill
0.3 mi / 5 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern and First Capital Connect services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, Blackfriars, West Croydon, Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace and Sutton via Wimbledon.
West Norwood
0.8 mi / 17 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern Service to and from London Victoria, London Bridge, Beckenham Junction and Sutton via West Croydon, with many services calling at Crystal Palace, which is two stops away to the south. The typical journey time into London Victoria is about 25 minutes.
West Dulwich
0.9 mi / 17 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southeastern service to London Victoria and Orpington.
Herne Hill
0.9 mi / 17 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Streatham Hill
1.2 mi / 24 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to Victoria via Clapham Junction, London Bridge, Crystal Palace and Sutton.
North Dulwich
1.5 mi / 30 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to London Bridge via Peckham Rye, West Croydon and Beckenham Junction via Crystal Palace.
Brixton
1.6 mi / 31 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Sydenham Hill
1.7 mi / 36 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southeastern services between Victoria and Orpington, via Brixton and Herne Hill.
Brixton
1.7 mi / 33 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Streatham
2 mi / 40 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 3. Southern and First Capital Conect services to Blackfriars via Herne Hill, London Bridge via Peckham Rye, Sutton via Wimbledon and West Croydon.
Herne Hill area highlights




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