Brixton is a melting pot of culture, cuisine and creativity. An explosion of inventive, new restaurants, pop-ups, fashion stores and art galleries sit alongside the many great pubs, music venues and nightclubs that have been around for years. Transport links are excellent, with London Underground (Victoria Line) trains reaching central London in 12 minutes. If you’re craving green space, Brockwell Park and its famed Art Deco lido are close by. Brixton brings together all the best things about London and is one of the most vibrant and diverse places to live south of the river.
Brixton area guide
Elm Park, SW2
Features
- Three bedrooms
- Private garden
- Victorian house
- Beautifully presented
- Local parade of shops and cafes moments away
- Sought after street in the LTN
- Short walk to Brockwell Park and central Brixton
- Village-esque Herne Hill a pleasant stroll through the park
- Victoria Line, Overground, Trains and regular buses
- Freehold
Property details
Keating Estates are proud to present to market this exceptional three-bedroom Victorian house with a private garden, boasting impressive kerb appeal and beautifully considered interiors, ideally positioned on the highly regarded Elm Park, surrounded by a fantastic community and a parade of shops and eateries nearby. Behind its attractive Victorian façade lies a home that has been thoughtfully renovated to an exceptional standard, effortlessly blending timeless period charm with contemporary family living.
The elegant reception room is a wonderfully calming space, decorated in soothing blue tones and centred around a charming feature fireplace with a wood-burning stove, creating the perfect setting for cosy winter evenings. Built-in shutters frame the front window, whilst bespoke shelving and cabinetry provide an attractive media unit with ample storage for books and decorative pieces, allowing the room to remain beautifully uncluttered.
To the rear, the property opens into a spectacular open-plan kitchen and dining room, undoubtedly the heart of the home. Navy blue shaker-style cabinetry is paired with crisp white worktops and a classic white subway tiled splashback, creating a timeless aesthetic, whilst integrated appliances and open shelving provide both practicality and character. A breakfast bar offers an informal place for morning coffee or casual dining, flowing seamlessly into the generous dining area where there is ample space to entertain family and friends. Two large rooflights flood the room with natural light throughout the day, creating a wonderfully bright atmosphere, whilst a thoughtfully arranged play area at the far end allows parents to keep an eye on young children whilst preparing meals.
Bi-fold doors open directly onto the garden, with additional French doors leading onto the side return, creating an exceptional connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces during the warmer months. Completing the ground floor is a conveniently positioned guest cloakroom, ideal for visiting family and friends.
The garden has been designed for ease of maintenance without compromising on style. Paved for year-round enjoyment, it is framed by raised planters filled with established greenery and climbing plants that soften the boundaries whilst providing additional privacy. Contemporary slatted fencing completes the space, creating an attractive outdoor retreat for entertaining, dining al fresco or simply relaxing.
Upstairs, the principal bedroom spans the full width of the house, creating a serene and inviting retreat. Two elegant sash windows bathe the room in natural light, whilst bespoke wardrobes positioned either side of the feature fireplace provide excellent built-in storage. Thoughtfully positioned wall lights create a boutique hotel ambience, making this a truly relaxing retreat.
Also on this floor is the luxurious family bathroom, beautifully finished with a freestanding roll-top bath alongside a generous walk-in rainfall shower with an additional handheld attachment and stylish Crittall-inspired screen. Contrasting geometric floor tiles complement crisp white subway tiled walls, whilst recessed shower niches, a floating vanity unit and carefully selected fittings complete this sophisticated and indulgent space.
The second floor provides two further bedrooms. The larger of the two once again spans the full width of the property and benefits from two sash windows alongside fitted wardrobes, creating another generous double bedroom with excellent built-in storage. The third bedroom enjoys peaceful views across the garden and is currently arranged as a delightful nursery, complete with a charming feature fireplace flanked by bespoke shelving and cupboards, although it would equally make an excellent home office or guest bedroom.
The current owners have continued to invest in the property, with double-glazed sash windows installed throughout, alongside a recently replaced roof completed earlier this year, benefiting from the reassurance of a 25-year guarantee.
Elm Park is renowned for its strong sense of community, with an active neighbourhood spirit, regular events and a yearly street party. The road benefits from recent council investment, with improved pavements, planting and a new one-way system creating a peaceful, low-traffic environment. A post office, corner shop and much-loved local pub sit at the end of the road, enhancing the village-like feel.
Purchasers also have the popular establishments on Brixton Hill within touching distance, including F Mondays, Stir Coffee, Pizza Brixton and the ever-popular White Horse Pub, as well as a 24-hour gym within a six-minute walk. This stylish house is perfect for anyone who wants to be close to the action whilst retaining a genuine sense of calm.
Situated a fourteen-minute stroll from the culinary and nightlife mecca of Brixton and just seven minutes from the green open spaces of Brockwell Park, the location offers the best of South London living. A further ten-minute walk through the park brings you to the village atmosphere of Herne Hill, home to independent cafés, pubs, shops, a popular weekend market and Thameslink and Southeastern services. Lime bike stations are just a couple of minutes away, whilst Brixton Underground station on the Victoria Line is a short walk downhill. Frequent buses along Brixton Hill provide quick connections to the station and into Central London throughout the day and night.
For families, the area is exceptionally well served by a range of Ofsted Outstanding primary schools and excellent nurseries within walking distance. This exceptional home presents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully renovated Victorian house in one of Brixton Hill's most desirable residential enclaves.
Freehold.
EPC rating: D (68)
Brixton
0.9 mi / 20 mins walk
Route & infoVictoria Line services every three mins (approx) to Finsbury Park and Walthamstow Central.
Herne Hill
0.9 mi / 20 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. First Capital Connect services to Victoria, Blackfriars and Wimbledon.
Brixton
1 mi / 22 mins walk
Route & info4 trains direct to Victoria per hour and 4 to Orpington via Herne Hill
Tulse Hill
1.1 mi / 24 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.
Streatham Hill
1.1 mi / 25 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2. Southern services to Victoria via Clapham Junction, London Bridge, Crystal Palace and Sutton.
Clapham Common
1.4 mi / 29 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham North
1.4 mi / 29 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2, Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
Clapham High Street
1.4 mi / 31 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2 Overground line between Highbury and Islington and Clapham Junction with trains every 5 minutes (approx). Limited service of Southeastern trains to Victoria too.
Loughborough Junction
1.5 mi / 33 mins walk
Route & infoTrains north to Blackfriars (8 mins), Farrindon (15 mins) and Kings Cross/St Pancras (18 mins) and beyond up to north west London every 10 mins at rush hour.
Clapham South
1.5 mi / 33 mins walk
Route & infoZONE 2 (and 3), Northern Line underground station with trains north via Bank or Charing Cross every five minutes (approx)
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