This fantastic three-bedroom apartment is located on the first floor of Woodside Villa, an exemplary development of eight apartments within a handsome double-fronted Victorian villa. Designed by RIBA award-winning architect/developers Craftworks, the building was completed in 2009. Craftworks have said of the project that “the layering of both the new and the existing creates a historical mix between past and present and offers attachment and comfort to each occupier.”

The Architect

Craftworks are among Britain’s most enterprising and intelligent young practices. They were voted one of the world’s top 50 best emerging architects by Wallpaper* magazine. Their first major housing development, DKH in East Dulwich, won a RIBA award, was runner-up in the Evening Standard Best New UK Housing award, and runner-up in the Grand Designs Best New UK Housing award.

The Tour

This particular apartment is the largest in the building. It measures approximately 948 sq ft and has wonderfully high ceilings, with oak parquet running underfoot throughout. The main bedroom and en suite shower room is positioned at one end of the plan, bathed in natural light care of two large sash windows along the eastern aspect. A second double bedroom with significant amounts of built-in storage lies opposite, while a third bedroom with high-level storage space is positioned next to the main bedroom and links directly through to the kitchen. This bedroom is currently used as a dining room.

The galley kitchen is built to a contemporary design, with concrete worktops and polished plaster splash-backs. It cleverly occupies a central position within the plan, delineating the large living room from the home’s other spaces. The living room itself is an impressive space, capitalising on its inherent Victorian grandeur to establish the heart of the home. Two large sash windows offer tree-top views to the west and a large marble fireplace is the focal point of the room.

The building has allocated off-street parking and covered bicycle storage.

The Area

Shops, restaurants and bars can be found at nearby Dulwich Village and Crystal Palace, and the Sydenham Hill Wood Nature Reserve is close by. Much of the surrounding area is owned by the Dulwich Estate, which has a strong reputation for conservation.

Woodside Villa is within easy reach of a number of popular schools. The nearest train station, Sydenham Hill, offers services to Blackfriars and Victoria. Crystal Palace and Sydenham stations are also very accessible.

Tenure: Leasehold
Lease Length: approx. 118 years remaining
Service Charge: approx. £1,500 per annum
Ground Rent: approx. £350 per annum
Council Tax Band: D
Parking: Allocated residents’ parking

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.