1 Bedroom Flat, Montacute Road, London, SE6

An elegant top-floor one-bedroom conversion flat, offered with no onward chain and a fresh long lease. Located on a quiet residential road betwixt Catford Bridge & Honor Oak Park, positioned in front of the wide-open spaces of Blythe Hill Fields, which has equally captivating views over London as the flat does owing to its top floor position.

Excuse the smatterings of superlatives, but it’s the only way to do this justice, as the flat’s interior is just achingly beautiful. The epitome of a perfect first-time purchase, this home is completely turnkey, with a stunning kitchen and a lovely bathroom; all you need to do is add furniture and just enjoy!

On entering the flat, you’re greeted by a wonderfully bright (southwest facing) and spacious open plan kitchen living room; it’s a brilliantly social space and one that has a fantastic energy due to its bright aspect and pretty views - taking in Honor Oak, Forest Hill and even Crystal Palace’s towers. Being on the top floor helps with the views & light, but it also makes for a quieter space; this flat has no one above it or on three sides of it. There’s space for a large, comfy sofa and a decent dining table; you can definitely entertain here, so if you’re hesitant to host, maybe don’t send your friends this ad.

There are characterful French oak floors, which show off the wood’s natural grain and irregularity, providing texture and, frankly, a touch of class, a welcome departure from the typical cheaper laminate floors so often found in one-bedroom flats! The kitchen is even more impressive; its classic white (not cheap IKEA gloss white) units bounce that lovely southwest-facing light around and are complemented well by the nickel hardware. There’s a slimline dishwasher, a quality washer dryer, an induction hob and an under-counter fridge, all of which are covered by a classy marble countertop (of course)!

The bedroom is a simple affair, with more French oak flooring, a heritage-style iron radiator and another southwest-facing window; while some might want an east-facing bedroom, being southwest-facing gives you more light for more of the day, you will also get some stunning sunsets and won’t be woken by the sun on those hazy weekend mornings.

The bathroom is a delight; there’s an integrated rain shower over a full-sized bath, with burnished fittings and off-white metro tiles, it just works with the rest of the interior. There’s a contrasting grey floor, a heritage-style heated towel rail and access to heaps of eaves storage, which is in an L shape, think of it as a walk-in loft space.

The building has a southwest-facing garden, which the flat overlooks. The garden receives light from late morning/early afternoon through to sunset, which is the perfect aspect for a garden.

Tenure-wise, the flat will undergo a lease extension upon sale, and a new lease will be assigned to the buyer. The service charge is £2400 PA, which has been paying for a series of works to the building to ensure its safe future, so whilst it may be slightly on the higher side for a one-bedroom flat, it does mean there will be no nasty surprises in the form of S20 notices or cash calls for major works, giving you a more predictable ownership. Buildings of this age and size do need upkeep, and we’d always advise being wary of flats that have little or no service charge, especially in buildings of this age.

Location-wise, the flat is ideally located with Catford and Catford Bridge stations in easy reach (0.5 miles, around an eight-minute walk), providing fast connections to London Bridge, Charing Cross, and Blackfriars. It is also less than a mile from Honor Oak Park Overground, which offers direct access to Canada Water (for the Jubilee Line), Shoreditch, and Hackney – ideal for commuting or exploring London’s trendiest areas.

Free on-road parking is also available, making it accessible for those who drive. For those without cars, there are local bus routes nearby offering easy connections to surrounding areas.

For local amenities, you’re spoiled for choice. Honor Oak High Street is brimming with independent cafes, bars, and gift shops, creating a vibrant village feel. Nearby, Brockley, Crofton Park, and Catford expand your options with an array of excellent restaurants, pubs, and takeaways. A standout is Babur, a renowned Indian restaurant considered one of the best in London. For everyday essentials, Catford and Lewisham High Streets, as well as Lower Sydenham and Bell Green retail park, are all easily accessible.