1 bed maisonette for sale

Vicarage Road, London KT1

This sleek maisonette lies in a quietly contemporary building in Kingston-upon-Thames, designed by architects Wimshurst Pelleriti. It has been enhanced by its current owners, who have added a series of compelling textures that come alive in the soft natural light. There is a small balcony, as well as a private patio garden. Hampton Wick station is under a minute's walk away and runs regular direct trains to London Waterloo.

The Tour

The building is positioned on the corner of Vicarage Road, its contemporary façade standing out among its more traditional neighbours. Entry is on the ground floor, via a private front door that opens to reveal an upside-down plan. The bedroom is on the ground floor, with living spaces unfolding across the lower-ground level towards the patio garden.

The open-plan living areas are brilliantly bright, illuminated by a full wall of glazing that slides open to the patio. Concrete panels on the rear wall add texture to an otherwise simple palette of wide-format engineered oak floors and white walls. A burnished mirrored splashback reflects light around the room and is a clever contrast to the kitchen’s minimalist palette of white cabinetry and grey worktops. The living area has a cosy, sunken effect; for storage, there is plenty of room under the stairs.

The owner has worked with a carpenter to create bespoke, handmade stairs with a soft edging. These ascend to the ground-floor bedroom and en suite. The bedroom has been fully opened out to create a large, flowing space, with four metres of built-in wardrobes added for storage. Concrete panels behind the bed mirror those found in the living room below, while full-height mirrors create a brilliantly bright effect. An acoustic glass door opens directly to a small terrace with bamboo for privacy.

The bathroom has also been completely renovated, with a new pocket door, a large walk-in shower and a Velux skylight. Black fixtures and fittings add to the contemporary feel.

Outdoor Space

The maisonette has a small balcony off the bedroom, as well as a decked patio at lower-ground level. This has borders planted with bamboo for greenery and is not overlooked at all so is wonderfully private.

The Area

The area is one of the greenest in London, with several large parks nearby. Bushy Park is just a six-minute walk from the house, with Ham Lands Local Nature Reserve and Richmond Park also close by.

Kingston-upon-Thames has a wide range of dining and shopping options, with a high street full of independent boutiques, familiar favourites and several permanent and visiting markets. Petersham and the wonderful Petersham Nurseries are nearby, as well as several pubs and eateries. Eleana’s Bistro is a neighbourhood favourite for a hearty brunch with a Greek twist, and the Forester’s Arms serves up a delicious Sunday roast.

Vicarage Road is just a minute's walk from Hampton Wick station, which runs direct services to Waterloo. The A3 is also in close proximity and provides direct routes into central London, Guildford and the south-west of the country.

Tenure: Leasehold / Lease Length: Approx. 118 years remaining / Service Charge: Approx. £1,500 per annum / Ground Rent: Approx. £275 per annum / Council Tax Band: D