Summary:
Beautifully designed 3-4 double bedroom Victorian townhouse with 60m garden in London’s Zone 2 area. Boasting a spacious interior with an open-plan kitchen/dining area which opens out onto the private back garden with an original WW2 Anderson air raid shelter! During the winter months you can enjoy a cosy evening in front of the fire. Featuring hardwood floors and modern kitchen with top-tier appliances, this is the perfect property to enjoy everything that London has to offer.
The Space:
Amenity Highlights:
-Free on street parking
-Large 60m garden with outdoor furniture
- We have an original WW2 Anderson Air Raid Shelter at the bottom of our garden which we are very proud of. It is one of only 14 surviving Anderson Shelters in the country. - Not suitable for children
-Pet friendly upon request and approval process
-Free WiFi
-24/7 guest support
-Professionally cleaned
-Hotel-quality bed linen and towels
-24/7 check-in as there is a lockbox with the keys
Lounge Room:
- As you enter you will find the tastefully decorated lounge enjoying lots of natural light. Comfortable L-shape sofa, armchair and footstool, perfect for relaxing with your family whilst watching a film or having a chat. We also have a selection of games and puzzles.
- TV
- Gas fireplace for the winter evenings.
Second Lounge:
-There is a double Chesterfield sofa bed in the second lounge, with floor to ceiling doors that close off to create a private sleeping area, and a tiled outdoor patio leading off from it.
Kitchen/Dining:
- Generously sized kitchen with large kitchen island, perfect for enjoying a meal with family or friends
- Large bi-folding doors, opening out onto the garden
- Equipped with cooking essentials and modern appliances
- Dishwasher
- American style double Fridge/Freezer
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Dining Table that seats 6
- Pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, glassware
Bedroom 1:
Spacious and bright, with a comfortable queen sized bed, double wardrobes, chest of drawers and a work from home desk.
Bedroom 2:
- Double bed
- Wardrobe with ample clothing storage
- Work from home desk and chair
Bedroom 3:
-Small Double bed
-Chest of drawers
Bathroom 1:
- Central bathroom with shower/bath, toilet and basin
Bathroom 2:
-Central bathroom with shower, toilet and basin
Outdoor space
-60 foot garden with outdoor table and benches
-Tiled tapas courtyard with outdoor table and chairs
Laundry
-Washing machine
-Dryer
-Cleaning equipment
Travel Cot
-Hauck Travel Cot is in the upstairs hallway cupboard, guests are to put it away after using it so it's ready for the next parents who stay, please note you will need to provide your own bedding for the cot. We will provide a link on instructions for use on the guest app.
We have a selection of games and puzzles for you to enjoy.
Guest Access:
You will have full access to the property during your stay. Enjoy!
The Neighborhood:
Covering the SE14 postcode, New Cross is one of London's hottest neighbourhoods thanks to its proximity just four miles from Charing Cross, its urban vibe and its period housing stock. It has even been touted as south London's answer to Shoreditch.
Driven by the art students and successful graduates, the creative scene in New Cross is booming. Try Lewisham Art House on Lewisham Way for photography, botany and yoga classes, along with a free gallery that holds exhibitions celebrating local talent. The Deptford Film Club takes place above the Amersham Arms on New Cross Road and is part of a wider cinematic scene that also includes the Deptford and New Cross Free Film Festival (indoor and outdoor screenings). The London Theatre on New Cross Road is the place to be for plays that try out before transferring to the West End.
Brockley Market - 5 minutes from the house, the Award Winning Brockley Market is open on Saturdays and offers a wide selection of organic fruit and veg, freshly caught seafood, meat, wines, cheeses and a number of very popular Food Trucks.
Restaurants -
The Brockley Orchard
L'Oculto Cocina - 325 Brockley Road - Truly wonderful tapas, wines and cheeses
Greenwich
Greenwich is easily accessible and boasts a fantastic array of tourist attractions including the world famous National Maritime Museum, Old Royal Naval College and the 19th century ship Cutty Sark. The Royal Observatory overlooks the beautiful Greenwich Park.
Pubs
Brockley Brewery - 10min walk with a fine selection of craft beers
The New Cross Pub - Excellent pizzas
The Talbot Brockley - Nice gastro pub that is 10 mins walk from the house
The Fat Walrus - 5 min walk with delicious burgers and American style food
The Royal Albert Pub - Very nice beer selection and traditional interior, open late on the weekend
The Brookmill - Excellent Sunday lunch and nice surroundings
Pub/live music
The Amersham Arms - pubs has live music events
Gym/pool - Glass House - Gym/pool is pay as you go and does not require a membership
Horniman Centre - Museum that is a smaller version of the National history museum in South London which will be enjoyed by children
Chemist - Osbon Pharmacy
Address: 179-181 Lewisham Way, London SE4 1UY, United Kingdom
Hospital - University Hospital Lewisham Urgent Care Centre
Address: 368 Lewisham High St, London SE13 6LQ, United Kingdom
Where you’ll be:
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
Located in Zone 2, and covering the SE4 postcode, Brockley is one of London's hottest neighbourhoods thanks to its proximity just four miles from Charing Cross, its urban vibe and its period housing stock. It has even been touted as south London's answer to Shoreditch. Getting to London Bridge is easy from New Cross station and takes around ten minutes.
Getting Around:
The rail network is excellent and you get to Canary Wharf from Deptford Bridge on the DLR, London Bridge is one station away from both New Cross Gate and New Cross station and Queens road for Cannon Street. Main south east Bus depot is also based here and access into and out of London is very easy.
Other Things to Note:
We have an original WW2 Anderson Air Raid Shelter at the bottom of our garden which we are very proud of. It is one of only 14 surviving Anderson Shelters in the country.
Please note that it is not suitable for CHILDREN to enter or play in or around as we don't want your little ones to hurt themselves. Adults are very welcome to check out this remarkable part of history.
We love dogs and are happy to have your well behaved small to medium sized dog stay in our home. Please ensure your furry friend does not chew anything or in any other way cause damage, and let us know if you are bringing them along with you.
We kindly request that you read the house rules prior to booking and respect them during your stay. Parties or events of any kind will not be tolerated. Violation of this rule will result in eviction from the property and charges for any damages or additional cleaning required. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
We are happy to accept Filming Location Requests. Please contact us for Filming rates before booking.
