2 bed flat to rent

Alwyne Place, Canonbury, Islington, London N1

Beautifully appointed first floor flat in a Georgian conversion.

Description
An outstanding laterally converted apartment occupying the first floor in this attractive period block. The flat has high ceilings and large windows ensuring a light and airy feel.

The property has been restored to the highest standard. The property further benefits from two double bedrooms, bathroom, reception room open with modern kitchen.

Location
Alwyne Place is right in the heart of Canonbury a small tree lined street with beautiful red brick Victorian houses on either side. One of the most popular areas in Islington, it has a rich literary, artistic and theatrical history, having boasted George Orwell, Evelyn Waugh, Samuel Phelps and more recently Cate Blanchett and Emma Watson as residents. The streets within Canonbury including Willow Bridge Road, “The Alwynes” (Alwyne Road and Alwyne Place) and Canonbury Park South, are virtually devoid of through traffic and are among the most desirable addresses in North London.

Canonbury has some independent shops along Canonbury Lane and several popular gastro pubs pubs and restaurants and Upper Street is close at hand.

Transport Connections

Caledonian Road is on two great bus routes. One going towards Kings Cross, Euston and then onto Charing Cross. And the other going towards Chancery Lane, St Pauls and then onto London Bridge.

Highbury and Islington station (Victoria Line, Overground and National Rail) is just less than 1km walk across Highbury Fields. Oxford Circus can be reached within 4 stops, National Rail links to Old Street and Moorgate, and London Overground connects to East and South London. Canary Wharf can be easily accessed by taking the London Overground towards Stratford and changing onto the Jubilee line.

Check to plan your commute.

Square Footage: 721 sq ft





Additional Info
Islington is popular with young professionals and families alike. A wide assortment of accommodation, streets and green areas make for a stimulating environment while excellent eateries, art and culture add to the variety and vitality of the area.

Much of the area including Barnsbury, Canonbury and De Beauvoir Town was developed in the Georgian and Victorian eras and retains many of the original architectural features of those times. The grand residential homes, courtyards and squares across the district have established Islington as a premier address in London.

Islington benefits from some spectacular parks and city gardens. Highbury Fields, situated just to the east of Highbury Gardens, is the largest open space in the borough of Islington. Across its 29 acres there are recreational facilities including eight tennis courts, a café, swimming pool and a football court at the north end.

The park is surrounded by highly desirable residences.

Islington has some fantastic local theatres including the Almeida, a local award-winning 325 seat theatre, producing a diverse range of British and international drama with some of the world’s best artists, and has developed a worldwide profile. The King’s Head theatre, known for its music, has been a hotbed of new and exciting creative talent for more than 35 years. Not forgetting Sadler’s Wells, the UK’s leading dance house, uniquely dedicated to bringing the very best international and UK dance to London audiences.

All this culture and diversity attracts residents of a particularly discerning nature. Its close vicinity to the City, efficient transport links and the unique charm of Upper Street with its blend of cultural offerings and diverse shopping choices add further appeal.

Deposit payable: £4,250 (5 weeks rent)
Holding Deposit: £850 (1 weeks rent)
Minimum Term: 12 months
Rent must be paid monthly in advance