Harrington Road, Bushwood, London, E11

On the corner of two residential streets just a few seconds away from cafés and shops and an ultra-short walk to Leytonstone Tube and bus station, this beautiful period apartment is ideal for someone who enjoys everything the thriving Bushwood community has to offer and prefers a quick commute into the City.

Inside, the apartment combines warm, neutral tones and panelled walls with high ceilings and period details to create an inviting atmosphere that respects the property’s heritage. In addition, wall and table lamps from Abigail Ahern, Dunelm, and Lathams dotted throughout infuse the rooms with elegance and light. As a bonus, the current owners (who own the Freehold) are prepared to sell the property with a long lease.

Arriving at the house, open the gate in the red-brick wall screening the front porch before heading into a communal entrance, where a private front door opens to a stairway rising to a split-level hallway brightened by pendant lights.

Here, white-painted bannisters pair with tall walls painted in Farrow & Ball’s School House White and trimmed with a dado rail, while the exposed wooden floorboards underfoot flow through into the living and dining room and the rear bedroom.

On the lower landing, you’ll find loft access, but for now, continue up the steps, passing a bespoke built-in wardrobe before arriving in the light-filled dining and living room. Facing west, this spacious reception, with its coved ceiling and School House White walls, is bathed in evening light streaming through a box bay and a large sash window.

Moreover, a cosy in-built window seat with panelling to complement the dado rails brings character and comfort, while fitted Venetian blinds make it easy to adjust the ambience. A stylish central light and a mounted brass reading fixture with an exposed bulb add a modern touch.

The primary bedroom lies just behind. Painted in Little Greene’s Rolling Fog, it feels light and airy thanks to the sizeable east-facing sash, while a radiator cabinet with a bespoke shelf to echo the one in the hallway brings a non-intrusive warmth. At the same time, the combination of painted original floorboards and detailed panelling with a mounted brass reading lamp pulls the scheme together.

On the lower landing, you’ll discover a recently fitted galley-style IKEA kitchen lit by a vast sash window with a high shelf. A stone-effect splashback contrasts with black worktops and natural-toned cabinetry, while wooden shelving and a brass rail for hanging utensils provide easy-access storage. There’s also an integrated Logik oven with an electric hob, a stainless-steel sink, freestanding fridge-freezer and space for a washing machine.

Like the kitchen, the adjoining bathroom is painted in Oxford Stone and was refurbished less than a year ago. Underfoot, chequered floor tiles pick up on the white tiled splashback and black-framed glass screen surrounding a panelled bathtub with traditional taps and a rainfall shower and attachment above. There’s also a mounted vanity basin unit with a chrome mixer tap beneath a big sash window and a close-coupled toilet.

Passing another built-in cupboard, you’ll arrive in the second bedroom – a lovely large double with gorgeous panelled walls painted in Rolling Fog, a high picture rail, and a fabulous sash window that draws in the morning light.

A NOTE FROM THE OWNERS

‘Living in this vibrant hub of life, you’re just a step away from the Central line into the City and Oxford Circus in 24 minutes, but still close to Epping Forest and green spaces like Hollow Ponds within a 10-15 mins walk. It’s also great being within easy access of Westfield shopping centre, Olympic Park, and Excel.’

 IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

Bushwood has a wonderful mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals, who are quickly welcomed into its vibrant community.

Just a three-minute walk from High Road, with its cluster of local favourite hangouts, you’ll never be short of places to wine and dine. Some top spots include The Birds and The Red Lion pubs, Wild Goose Bakery (try the carrot cake), as well as Bushwood's excellent local tavern, The North Star.

Don’t forget to try Singburi – an outstanding Thai restaurant and Panda Dim Sum. Other highlights include Mora Italian restaurant, Bocca for authentic Neapolitan pizza, Red Camel and Marrakech Delight for their respective Afghan and Moroccan cuisine, La Rioja for tapas, and the local library.

The house is also close to Wanstead's bars and restaurants (stop by Provender and Bombetta) and Forest Gate (check out Ramble and The Wanstead Tap).

Just to the east, you can explore Wanstead Flats, with Henry Reynolds Gardens only a short walk away. The Olympic Park and Hackney Wick also offer many family-friendly activities and major retail shopping opportunities.

Leytonstone Tube (Central Line) is just a minute on foot, with Overground services reachable in nine minutes. Nearby schools include the Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ George Tomlinson Primary School, Our Lady of Lourdes, and the ‘Outstanding’ Davies Lane Primary School.