3 bed flat for sale

Orwell Court, Pownall Road, London E8

Astutely designed, this wonderful three-bedroom duplex apartment in London Fields demonstrates a razor-sharp attention to detail. A recent renovation saw the addition of a neat kitchen, natural materials and cleverly placed pops of colour. Light enters from either end of both storeys, creating a set of rooms that are bright, airy and welcoming. It sits on the second and third floors of Orwell Court, and has a wonderfully elevated balcony that overlooks a tapestry of green tree canopies. The Regent's Canal towpath can be reached via the communal gardens, while Broadway Market and London Fields, with its heated lido, is a short walk north.

The Tour

Red-brick Orwell Court was built between 1967-1975 and is set back behind green lawns and mature leafy trees. It forms part of the larger Suffolk Estate developed and designed in the mid sixties by the celebrated modernist architect, George Finch.

Entry is to a communal hall, with stairs ascending to the second floor. The apartment’s front door is found here via an external walkway; it opens to a smart hallway where the elegantly understated scheme of white-washed walls and serene oak floors is introduced. Careful details abound, including the light fittings from Schneider Electric.

Open-plan living spaces lie to the right, serenely bright and only subtly delineated to facilitate clear lines of sight. The kitchen occupies the front of the plan, with it's beautiful morning light, its units a mixture of muted grey cabinetry and exposed plywood. Storage space is maximised by cupboards above and below smooth quartz countertops and in a separate island with plenty of intergrated shelving. All appliances are by Bosch: The oven and an induction hob lie beneath a square-tiled splashback, and a Blanco undermount sink, with Grohe brushed stainless steel fixtures is perfectly placed beneath a window.

The remainder of the room is flexible and can accommodate living and dining areas. A glazed door provides easy passage to the balcony beyond - an area that comes into its own during the warmer months.

With treads painted a sunshine-yellow hue, the stairs ascend to the upper level, conveniently fitted with bespoke storage beneath. From the upstairs landing, which is grounded with original pine floorboards, are three peaceful bedrooms. The principal has built-in storage, while the two remaining rooms look out towards trees. The smallest bedroom is presently used as an office/studio, but could accommodate a double bed if required.

As with the rest of the apartment, the shower room celebrates geometry and clean lines. White squared porcelain tiles - the same used to form the splashback downstairs - are complemented by a green version that surrounds the shower. A plywood storage unit, a reference to the kitchen cupboards, is fitted with a Vitra sink with taps from Crosswater.

The apartment benefits from a new boiler and re-wiring. Residents also have an option to rent a garage located on the grounds of the estate.

Outdoor Space

The balcony lies on the building's westerly aspect, capturing the best of the afternoon and evening sun throughout the year. Its position on the second floor lends a private feel and a wonderful sense of extension to the interior plan as well as plenty of space for outdoor seating and potted plants.

The Area

The house sits moments from the Regent’s Canal towpath, which leads towards Victoria Park in the east. Even closer to home, however, is London Fields and its popular heated lido. Haggerston Park is also a short walk away. The much celebrated Broadway Market, also sits minutes away with its much celebrated independent shopping and restaurant scene.

There are many fantastic cafés and restaurants locally, including Lardo on Richmond Road, Café Cecilia and Sune of Broadway Market, Elliot’s on Mare Street, and Sesta and Violet on Wilton Way. E5 Bakehouse, on the edge of London Fields, is excellent for freshly baked artisan bread and grains. Favourite coffee spots include Climpsons and the newer opening, takeaway-only Running Late.

To to south of the apartment are the wonderful Hackney City Farm and Columbia Road, with its shops and weekly flower market. To the west is Dalston's Kingsland Road, home to a wealth of brilliant bars, including Three Sheets, restaurants like Mangal II, and a branch of bakery The Dusty Knuckle.

There are several schools nearby, including St Paul’s With St Michael’s CofE Primary School and Sebright School.

Transport links are excellent: Haggerston (Windrush line), London Fields (Weaver line), and Cambridge Heath (Weaver line) stations are all within around 15 minutes' walk of Orwell Court. There are also several bus routes serving the area.

Tenure: Leasehold / Lease Length: Approx. 87 years remaining / Service Charge: Approx. £1,900 per annum / Council Tax Band: C