Marlborough Road, Upper Holloway, London, N19

Designed for modern living, this three-bedroom ground-floor maisonette with a hideaway garden in Upper Holloway brims with mid-century personality.

Brickworks Says - This 1960s maisonette is set in a leafy part of Upper Holloway and exemplifies some of the hallmarks of modernist architecture. The design is simple and straightforward, with clean lines and an emphasis on light and functionality. This is most evident in the living room, where an entire wall of windows draws in sunshine throughout the day. Combined with the 'brick pattern' parquet floor (an elegant yet functional original feature), which is pleasingly echoed in the outside decking, it makes for a rather special room indeed.

The current owners have done a stellar job of creating an atmosphere that's in keeping with the period. The pops of colour and the square tiles in the kitchen all have the same underlying essence. Even the built-in storage units in two good-sized bedrooms are made of plywood and stay true to the modernist philosophy.

A quick word on the garden. This secluded, inviting space has been cleverly designed with bamboo, providing privacy. You are enveloped by climbers and mature jasmine that sprawl up the walls around you, with a gorgeous fig tree creating dappled shade in the summer.

Blenheim Court is tucked away from the hurly-burly, but you're never far from the action. This pocket of North London is blessed with some outstanding local pubs and an ever-growing selection of foodie haunts, including Jolene (Big Joe) and Humdingers. And when you need some fresh air, meander along Parkland Walk, take in the vistas at Hampstead Heath or get back to nature at Highgate Woods.

The Owners Say - We've loved living in Blenheim Court. The flat feels so spacious and well designed, with huge windows basking the flat in light. The patio garden feels private, with a fig tree that produces lots of delicious fruit each summer. It gets direct sun from mid-morning to late afternoon, so you can spend whole weekends out there. 

The block is incredibly friendly with a lovely community spirit, and the area is brilliantly located. We're so close to so many green spaces, such as Parkland Walk, Highgate Woods, Waterlow Park and the Heath, as well as the bustling bars and restaurants of Crouch End and Stroud Green. Although, to be honest, there's nothing much better than some leisurely drinks at the Landseer Arms followed by natural wines and an amazing dinner at Big Jo!

Points To Consider - Energy Performance Certificate (EPC):
Current Energy Rating C. Potential Energy Rating C.

Council Tax:
The property falls into Band D (£1920 in 2024/25) in the borough of Islington.

Utilities:
Average monthly costs are £45 for electricity, £25 for gas, and £45 for water. These figures are approximate and naturally change seasonally throughout the year.

Tenure: 
Leasehold (lease currently being extended to approx 175 years)

Service charge: 
£170.05 every month

Ground rent: 
£10 a year

Neighbours: 
In the building, there are 12 flats in total.

Recent work:
The current owners have replaced both the bathroom and downstairs toilet. 

Getting around:
Upper Holloway Overground is around the corner, and the Northern line at Archway and Picadilly line at Holloway Road are only a little further. Added to the mix are various bus routes that run from nearby Horney or Holloway roads. Travelling East, central, or beyond is easy when you've got this many options.

Anything else:
Improvements are planned for the stairwells, bin and recycling points, lumbar yard, and communal play area/gardens. Islington council has allocated funds for all these, so the improvements shouldn't cost the new owners a penny.

Onward plans:
The current owners have already found their next place and are selling chain-free.

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