Occupying a wonderfully quiet position on Nelson Road, a peaceful residential pocket of  19th century cottages in the centre of Harrow on the Hill, this charming two-bedroom house offers a harmonious coupling of modern design internally and the original Victorian architectural features. Whilst very much embedded within the village community, the house is incredibly well positioned for direct links to central London; located just a ten-minute walk from South Harrow train station, Marylebone is reachable in 15 minutes.

The internal living spaces are beautifully proportioned and set across just under 1,000 square feet over three storeys. The front entrance leads into a light reception room at the front of the house, which could easily serve as a study or third bedroom, with original sash windows allowing for excellent light. A log burner has been installed into the original fireplace and lime-treated wooden floorboards run underfoot.

The primary living area on the opposite side of the stairwell provides a snug living room with a second fireplace to one end and modern open-plan kitchen opposite; a recently introduced skylight providing a well of natural light over the dining area. Bi-fold doors open out this entire section of the house, leading onto to a secluded patio paved with Portuguese Ladrillo tiles and a lawned garden to the rear.

Upstairs, a double bedroom sits to the front of the first-floor plan and a beautifully designed family bathroom opposite, with views out to the neighbouring cricket field. The attic has been cleverly re-configured to accommodate the master bedroom, with excellent use of space in the eaves for additional storage.

The village is set around one of England’s oldest schools, boasting Lord Byron in its alumni. The church of St Mary Harrow on the Hill sits at the village summit, offering exceptional views out across the city skyline. Byron is known to have been a frequent visitor in his schoolboy youth, writing underneath an Elm tree in the church grounds.

A good selection of independent shops and cafes are in easy walking distance from Nelson Road and The Castle, a popular local pub, is a five-minute walk from the cottage.

Connections to the central London are very good – Harrow on the Hill station offers a direct service via the Metropolitan line to Marylebone in 15 minutes. South Harrow station is a 15 minute walk from the cottage and offers a direct link to the Piccadily line. Heathrow airport is reachable in 32 minutes by car.

Please note that all areas, measurements and distances given in these particulars are approximate and rounded. The text, photographs and floor plans are for general guidance only. The Modern House has not tested any services, appliances or specific fittings — prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the property themselves. All fixtures, fittings and furniture not specifically itemised within these particulars are deemed removable by the vendor.