Beautifully presented one bedroom Victorian apartment in the heart of Barnsbury, N1, moments from Kings Cross and St Pancras
A rare opportunity to acquire a stylish period apartment in one of Islington's most sought after pockets. Set on one floor of a handsome converted Victorian house, this home combines original character with contemporary comfort in a true Zone 1 location.
The property
The apartment retains a wealth of period features including sash windows, original window shutters, cast iron radiators and a marble fireplace, all complemented by oak flooring throughout. The bright reception room offers generous proportions and space to both lounge and dine. The contemporary fitted kitchen comes complete with gas hob, oven, fridge freezer and washing machine. The double bedroom sits at the rear of the building overlooking a well kept garden, making it remarkably quiet for such a central address. A modern bathroom with bath and overhead shower and good storage throughout complete the accommodation. The building benefits from secure entry with intercom and a smartly renovated communal entrance and stairways.
The flat enjoys excellent natural light and back to front ventilation, keeping it cool in summer and comfortably warm in winter.
The location
Barnsbury is one of London's most picturesque Victorian neighbourhoods, with tree lined streets and garden squares just a ten minute walk from the bars, restaurants and boutiques of Upper Street. Kings Cross and St Pancras International are under 15 minutes on foot, putting national rail, six Underground lines and the Eurostar on your doorstep. Caledonian Road Overground is a five minute walk and Highbury and Islington station with the Victoria Line is ten minutes through Barnsbury. The West End is a short hop by bus or tube, with Sadler's Wells, the Almeida, Union Chapel and the Emirates Stadium all close by.
In brief
One double bedroom. One reception room. Contemporary fitted kitchen. Bathroom with bath and shower. Period features throughout. Secure entry. Zone 1. Chain details on request.
An ideal purchase for a first time buyer, pied à terre or investor, with strong rental demand in this location year round.