This fantastic three-bedroom maisonette sits within a handsome Victorian terrace on a quiet tree-lined street in Stoke Newington. Neutral pared-back interiors and swathes of natural light characterise the space, highlighting the original Victorian features, which have been carefully preserved throughout. The current owner has extended into the loft, creating an immaculate third bedroom with an en suite bathroom while masterfully retaining the apartment’s harmonious sense of flow. The street is perfectly located for all Stoke Newington, Newington Green and Dalston have to offer, with its plethora of restaurants, pubs and independent shops in addition to swathes of green space.

The Tour

The house is set back from the road behind a parapet wall; its façade is formed of London stock brick dressed in white stucco, with grand bay sash windows on both floors. The front door sits behind a recessed arch and opens onto a small communal lobby area.

The entrance to the apartment is via a short staircase, laid with smart sisal carpet. The kitchen and living area sit on the first floor, as does a spacious double bedroom, currently configured as a useful study and storage room.

The original sash windows in the living area are spectacular, framing lovely views across the treetops and over Princess May Road beyond. Bespoke joinery sits on either side of the fireplace and allows extra space for storage. Whitewashed walls chime harmoniously with pared-back floorboards throughout, adding to the sense of calm.

The muted palette continues in the minimalist kitchen, replete with understated white cabinetry, wooden work surfaces and slate tiles on the floor. Unusually, the kitchen also retains an original fireplace and large sash window.

Original, white-painted floorboards continue in the bedroom on this floor, creating a striking contrast to the green House of Hackney wallpaper, which covers the rear wall. Sash windows allow natural light to pour through, and there are bespoke, built-in cupboards.

A further staircase ascends to two spacious double bedrooms, one with the newly instated en suite. A skylight in the main bedroom welcomes an excellent quality of light and frames impressive views of London’s skyline. Gold fixtures in the adjacent shower room add warmth and are set against pastel pink walls and a monochrome tiled floor by Bert and May. A large family bathroom with a bath and a rose shower, mostly executed in neutral white subway tiles and bold teal cabinetry, also sits on this floor. Both bathrooms benefit from underfloor heating.

The Area

Princess May Road is located within easy reach of the independent shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs of Stoke Newington and Newington Green; Esters and Jolene are particular neighbourhood favourites. Much-loved Church Street is home to The Spence Bakery, Whole Foods and The Good Egg, as well as many other independent businesses. A short walk away is Primeur; recently described as “the perfect neighbourhood restaurant”, it serves modern European cuisine and natural wine.

There are several green spaces nearby; Abney Park & Cemetery and Clissold Park with its tennis courts, café, beautiful lakes, and resident deer are local favourites. Stoke Newington is very popular with young families, in part due to the number of good schools in the area.

Dalston Kingsland and Dalston Junction run Overground trains to Highbury & Islington, Shoreditch High Street and Stratford. Rectory Road is also close and offers trains to Liverpool Street in around 15 minutes.

Tenure: Share of Freehold with leasehold
Lease Length: approx. 983 years remaining
Service Charge: approx. £381 per annum
Council Tax Band: D

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.