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The sweeping entrance hall is an early sign towards this property’s impressive period heritage. Those timeless charms are firmly evident in the living room where an elegant bay window heightens the sense of refinement. A mood further enhanced by the imperious corniced ceilings, chandelier lights and traditional furnishings. Enjoy escaping into a good book? You’ll find yourself spoiled for choice here, with ambient lighting gloriously illuminating a generous home library. Offering uplifting views and direct access to the garden, the kitchen and dining area is the epitome of grace with its neutral palette, sleek marble island and urbane dining table. Connoisseurs of a fine claret are also handily served here with the kitchen boasting a specialist wine fridge. Harmoniously zen with its clean lines, gentle accent lighting and super king-sized bed, feel at rest in the principal bedroom. Spacious with its relaxed seating area and French doors out to the terrace, it also offers a contemporary en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Direct access to the garden brings major allure to the second bedroom, offering a king-sized bed and a reading armchair. Milk and honey hues ensure a mellow ambience permeates the third bedroom, bathed in light courtesy of a majestic bay window, whilst also boasting a well-thumbed bookshelf. Marvellous shades of mocha and charcoal grey greet you in the two remaining bathrooms, respectively offering a shower and bath. However, we simply must sign off with more than just a salutary mention of the entrancing garden and terrace. Voluminous and verdant, it offers not one, not two, but th... Home Truths: No smoking, pets or parties! The wood burner in the living room is for decorative purposes only and not to be used. A washing machine and dryer can be found in the utility room. Parking can be made available with advanced notice, however at an extra cost. Please note this home is not suitable for children under 12 years.

One of the latest hotspots for young professionals in the area, Balham is buzzing with activity and has even been named one of Britain’s ‘best places to live’ by The Sunday Times two years in a row. With a multitude of gorgeous coffee shops, independent boutiques and lively bars it’s not hard to see why — plus, it’s strong community spirit is a big pull for London based families. Clapham and Wandsworth Common provide the neighbourhood with its green spaces, and its weekly farmer’s market is ever-popular.