2 Bedroom Flat, Tarbert Road, London, SE22

*Guide Price £549,995 - £600,000*

Nestled within an attractive red brick, bay-fronted Victorian residence on the ever-popular Tarbert Road in SE22, this ground floor garden flat is a masterclass on how to incorporate contemporary design within Victorian bones, also keeping original period features intact. Elegantly refurbished with your own sun-trap private garden to the rear and just a five-minute walk to East Dulwich Station, a perfect first-time buy or downsize.

Upon arrival, you’ll notice just how much time and effort has been spent on renovating and maintaining this gorgeous Victorian building. The front courtyard has been designed with both functionality and style in mind. Black and white tiling, in-keeping with its original period heritage. A smartly designed bin store and separate bike store complete the front garden.

The exterior sets the standard and the inside more than lives up to it. Inside the home and just in front of you, you have your principal bedroom. Tall ceilings, large windows, ornate cornicing/ period detailing, built-in storage and finished in a soothing colour palette. This spacious bedroom comfortably fits a super king size bed whilst still allowing for heaps of storage. Nestled between the two bedrooms is your contemporary three-piece family bathroom (and it fits a bath!). Just behind your bathroom is your guest/second bedroom. This bedroom offers great versatility, for those with a baby it makes for a perfect nursery/cot room. Perhaps you work from home, this room also doubles up as a great home office space. There’s also a great sized cellar which has been both insulated and painted, making for a super handy storage area!!

Heading further into the home is your open-plan kitchen/living area - the focal point of the home! Whilst open-plan, the considered layout cleverly sections the room into your kitchen, dining area and living room. Your kitchen is finished in a muted, neutral colour scheme, creating a relaxed atmosphere. Complete with an abundance of counter space, storage and integrated appliances. Next to the kitchen you’ve got a four-seater dining table, great for hosting and dinner parties! Towards the garden-end of the room you have the living room section. The current sofa and foot-rest slots in to the space perfectly just next to the picture frame window, making it the perfect spot to unwind by reading a book and enjoying the tranquility or perhaps watching your favourite TV show.

Your garden is tranquil, private and sunny. Open the doors and let the outside in… During the summer, you gain another living area! The direct, easy access from your open-plan kitchen/living area makes this a perfect space for entertaining friends and family.

Tarbert Road is part of a serene residential enclave of four roads that are enviably positioned between the quiet affluence of Dulwich Village and the effervescence of East Dulwich. You truly get the best of both worlds here, the centrality and convenience of having amenities, transport links and great schooling options on your doorstep whilst being tucked away from the hustle and bustle.

What's around locally? Dulwich Village has a quaint, village-like feel with modern amenities. For your coffee and pastry needs, you've got a Gails. Whether you're looking to grab a quick bite to eat or have a flavoursome sit-down meal both Rocca Di Papa & Megan's are great. A focal point in Dulwich Village is The Crown & Greyhound, a Grade II listed pub that offers both a high-quality fresh seasonal menu and a great atmosphere to have a couple of drinks with friends.

East Dulwich has everything you could ever need and offers a slightly more vibrant setting! For any grocery shopping needs, you've got an M&S Food-hall, Tesco & Co-Op all on Lordship Lane as well as a big Sainsbury's up on Dog Kennel Hill (by Dulwich Hamlet F.C. !!) North Cross Road has a selection of boutiques including a clothes store, book shop and private pilates studio. Lordship Lane has atmospherical pubs, great coffee spots and delightful restaurants (some of our favourites include Olivelli, Thai Corner Cafe, East Dulwich Tavern, Golden Yolk, Yama Momo, Kartuli & The Bishop.)

East Dulwich Station (Southern) is just a brisk 5-minute stroll away and offers fast and frequent services into London Bridge. Peckham Rye Station, offering Overground Services is just a 12-minute walk away. There are also numerous bus and cycle routes that can get you into The City. So, irrespective of your method of transport, you're extremely well-connected! If you drive, parking's simple as Tarbert road and the surrounding roads are permit-parking, so you'll always be able to find a spot.

There's a strong sense of community in SE22, every Saturday between 10am – 2pm, you've got the North Cross Market which offers which offers a great selection of independent food stalls with varying cuisines! Perfect for any foodies!

If you'd like a change of scenery from your serene private garden, within a lesiurely stroll you've got Goose Green, Peckham Rye Park and Common & Dulwich Park.

East Dulwich Station - c. 5-minute walk (Southern)