Stoke Newington is known for many things, but perhaps fine Grade II*-listed buildings are not one of them. It is one of my favourite parts of London: lots of green space, lots of excellent restaurants and bars and museums. Perhaps one day I will move there.
If I did so, I think I might like a house such as this one on Church Street. Listed Grade II*, the property offers six bedrooms, four bathrooms and three sitting rooms over its five floors, as well as a small garden. It is for sale with Savills for £3.9 million.
According to the agents, the property has recently been restored by its current owners under the watchful and ‘sympathetic’ eye of Butler Hegarty Architects. As a result, what we are left with is a large family home in London of some 4,000sq ft.
Like a lot of London homes, the interiors are where the magic can be found. And there is plenty of magic here. I love the soft colours, the mix of modernity and period features and original panelling. Indeed, the renovation restored a lot of the original fittings and materials, such as the brickwork, chimneys and windows.
I think out of everything, my highlight has to be the original box staircase that has survived over the decades, and that runs alongside alternating twist balusters. A house this grand needs a staircase to match, and it has one.
'This exceptional property seamlessly blends historical integrity with modern living, making it a rare and remarkable opportunity in this vibrant part of London,' says Savills's Sarah Curtis. 'Carefully preserved by the current owners, the home showcases its Grade II* listed Georgian features to their fullest potential, balancing timeless character with the needs of the 21st-century buyer. Enhanced by a thoughtfully curated colour palette, this property truly is one of a kind.'
We would agree.
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