Ref/JD0093 - A Characterful Grade II Listed Victorian Home in the Heart of SE1& Incredible Location - This charming three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with a rear patio is set on the sought-after Gladstone Street, known for its well-preserved Victorian houses and access to a private communal garden where residents enjoy barbecues and annual community events. Located in the West Square Conservation Area, the property is within the catchment for The Cathedral School of St Saviour & St Mary Overy and The Grey Coat Hospital Secondary and just a short walk from the Imperial War Museum, Parliament and St Thomas’ Hospital. Surrounded by great transport links, including Elephant & Castle transport hub, Southwark, Lambeth North, Borough, Waterloo, and Thameslink services offering excellent connectivity to central London and beyond. The area boasts a vibrant mix of local amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, with exciting new businesses regularly opening whilst undergoing a £4 billion regeneration project*, bringing new restaurants, a shopping centre, and improved transport interchanges.

Spread over four floors, this bright and elegant mid-terraced Victorian home offers generous and versatile living space, featuring high ceilings, big windows, laminate flooring and ample storage throughout. The layout comprises three double bedrooms, a double reception room, a spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area, two family bathrooms, a guest WC, a utility area, and a rear patio.

Upon entering the raised ground floor level, the hallway leads into a bright reception area. The reception room, divided by a door into two distinct spaces, is enhanced by front- and rear-facing sash windows, allowing natural light to pour in. When closed off, the door creates two separate reception areas. Alcoves on either side of the fireplace feature built-in shelving, perfect for books and decorative items.

The open-plan kitchen/dining area spans the entire lower ground floor and benefits from underfloor heating. With its own street entrance, this level offers an additional living space and includes access to a vault/under-pavement cellar, providing ample storage options.

A guest WC and a utility area that opens onto the rear patio are located on the split-level landing, with a recently renovated family bathroom at the landing above.

There are two double bedrooms on the first floor. The master bedroom is particularly spacious and filled with natural light, featuring large sash windows and a fireplace. It is believed to have once served as a formal reception room.

On the top floor are the third double bedroom and a second bathroom. This bright room, complete with a skylight, offers generous space and is currently used as a home office.

This property is ideal for families and professionals who value period features and are looking for a home in a close-knit, community-oriented neighbourhood. Residents benefit from access to a private garden and an exceptional location with excellent transport links. It is really close to every major station and takes 30 minutes or less to get to any of the major stations by either bus, tube, train... including Paddington (Heathrow Express), Blackfriars, Victoria, bus route 63 to King's Cross 20mins, where you can have the Eurostar access any time. A rare opportunity not to be missed!

Location
Gladstone Street, SE1, is desirable due to its prime location, excellent transport links, and charming, historic character. It's situated near the Elephant & Castle transport hub and within walking distance of Southwark, Lambeth North, Waterloo, Borough, and the South Bank, offering easy access to central London and beyond. The area also boasts a vibrant mix of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, with new businesses constantly opening up. Furthermore, Gladstone Street itself is known for its well-maintained Victorian houses, many of which are Grade II listed, and its peaceful, residential atmosphere within a conservation area.

*Regeneration Project in Elephant and Castle

The programme began in 2010, and when complete, it will have delivered:

- at least 5,000 new and replacement homes
- a new, pedestrianised town centre
- vastly improved transport infrastructure, including a new ticket hall for the Northern line tube station
- up to 450,000 square feet of new retail space and a £20m new leisure centre
- a greener environment with better parks and more open spaces
- 10,000 new jobs as well as thousands of training opportunities
- an enriched cultural scene including art, theatre, leisure and heritage

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