2 bed flat to rent

Vancouver Road, London SE23

Property Reference: 2575403.


Light-Filled, Architect-Designed Two-Bedroom First Floor Flat with Huge Private Garden & Driveway in Forest Hill



Location: Forest Hill - SE23
Bedrooms: 2 large double bedrooms
Bathrooms: 1
Garden: Large private garden
Parking: Secure off-street parking included
Available: 29th August 2025
Rent: £2,400



Welcome home.

It's a place i've poured a lot of love and care into over the years—a warm, light-filled two-bedroom flat on the first floor of a characterful period property in Forest Hill. What makes it special (besides the charm) is the rare triple-aspect layout, which means the flat is flooded with natural light throughout the day.

Designed with comfort and style in mind, every detail—from the layout to the finishes—was thoughtfully crafted by an architect to make the space feel both beautiful and liveable.

The open-plan living space is cleverly divided into two cosy sections by a bespoke room divider:

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  A living area featuring a huge velvet L-shaped sofa (comfortably seating 5-6!), a wall-mounted 55-inch TV, a fireplace, and a custom-built window seat that gets the loveliest sunlight — perfect for curling up with a book, daydreaming, or working from home.
  
  
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  The dining area, which includes a beautiful Swoon dining table to seat 6, mid-century chairs, and a vintage sideboard, along with plenty of in-built shelves and cupboards for storage. It's great for dinners with friends or a quiet morning coffee.
  
  

The living space opens into a generously sized kitchen, complete with a Smeg gas range cooker, newly installed herringbone solid wood floors, a new boiler, washer/dryer, full-sized fridge-freezer, and dishwasher—everything you need for easy, everyday cooking or entertaining.

A hallway leads to two large, light-filled double bedrooms. There's lots of space for wardrobes, desks, or anything else you need to make them feel like your own. One of the rooms—which I use as my main bedroom—comes with a luxury king-size bed and mattress from Loaf (not pictured) and a built-in four-door wardrobe.

The bathroom has been recently renovated and includes Victorian-style fixtures, a deep shower/bath tub, and a few hanging plants for a bit of greenery and calm.

And here's something quite rare for a first-floor flat: A huge private, south-facing garden. It's ideal for relaxing, growing herbs and flowers, or hosting friends. You'll also have your own private driveway—a real treat in London.

Local area

Forest Hill is filled with green spaces; you're just a short walk from Blythe Hill Fields (with stunning views across the city), Ladywell Fields, and Horniman Gardens. The local shops and cafes are brilliant too—Marchetti does one of the best brunches in London, and we regularly stock up on high-quality groceries and independent produce from Sans Store and Marvellous Greens and Beans. You're also just five minutes from Blythe Hill Tavern—consistently rated one of the best pubs in London.

Set on a quiet, friendly residential street, the flat is well located between Forest Hill, Honor Oak Park, Catford, and Catford Bridge stations, giving you excellent transport links across London—including direct trains to London Bridge and Victoria, and quick access to the Overground.

This home has been such a special place, and i'd love to rent it to someone who will love and enjoy the space as much as we do. While we would preferably be looking for a professional couple, we be open to other types of interested parties.


Key features

• Exceptionally spacious layout - at 1000 sq foot - with two oversized double bedrooms
• Newly renovated and tastefully decorated to a high standard
• Large private garden with shed, lawnmower, and large teak table - perfect for hosting friends or relaxing
• Off-street parking
• Triple aspect ensures excellent natural light in every room
• Brand new boiler, washer dryer, fridge-freezer and secure front door
• Offered part-furnished (sofa, TV, sideboard, dining table and bench, chairs, king size bed and mattress, storage unit/dresser)

Excellent transport links

• Just 15 minutes' walk to Forest Hill/Honor Oak Stations - London Overground to Canada Water (Jubilee Line) in ~15 minutes and National Rail to London Bridge in ~13 minutes
• 15 min walk to Catford Bridge/Catford for services to London Bridge (11 mins), London Charing Cross (20 mins), Blackfriars (25 mins) and beyond
• Easy access to Victoria, Clapham Junction, and East Croydon
• Multiple local bus routes nearby, including 176,185,122 and P4 for fast connections to Peckham, Brixton, Lewisham, and Dulwich
• Easy road access to the South Circular (A205)

Summary & Exclusions:
- Rent Amount: £2,400.00 per month (£553.85 per week)
- Deposit / Bond: £2,400.00
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
- Property comes furnished
- Available to move in from 29 August 2025
- Minimum tenancy term is 12 months
- Maximum number of tenants is 3
- No Students
- No Pets, sorry
- No Smokers
- Family Friendly
- Bills not included
- Property has parking
- Property has garden access
- Property has fireplace
- EPC Rating: C

If calling, please quote reference: 2575403

Fees:
You will not be charged any admin fees.

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Property Reference two million five hundred and seventy-five thousand four hundred and three

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