Bellenden Road, London, SE15

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A Victorian Beauty With An Architect's Eye For Detail And Garden With Soul. Microcement floors, solar glass, a Bake-Off oven - every inch of this home is wonderful with schools, shops and Peckham Rye just moments away.

This is one of those rare homes where the more you look, the more you love.

Thoughtfully extended and architecturally designed, this four-bedroom Victorian home on ever-popular Bellenden Road offers the perfect blend of period charm, modern comfort and a gorgeous garden that's been a real labour of love.

And the best bit? It’s all been done for you - so you can just move in and enjoy.

You’ll feel it as soon as you walk through the door.

The heart of this sociable family home is the open-plan kitchen, extended and reimagined by Ratliff Landells Architects in 2016.

Here, microcement floors with underfloor heating set the tone for stylish yet comfortable living. Sunlight pours in through the skylights and solar-control glass, keeping things light and bright without overheating.

The kitchen is every home cook’s dream: sleek cabinetry, high-spec Bosch and NEFF appliances, and yes - a Bake-Off style Slide&Hide oven that’s as fun to use as it sounds.

At the back, bifold doors open onto a south-east facing garden that's been carefully cultivated over the years.

Before venturing into the garden, a quick 180 degree spin will reveal the beautifully crafted curved brickwork at the rear of the extension - adding another unique architectural feature to set this home apart.

Cherry blossom in spring, dappled shade in summer, and an ever-changing palette of clematis, jasmine, and roses make the garden a soulful sanctuary you’ll never want to leave. There’s even room for home-grown tomatoes in the raised beds.

Heading back inside, there’s plenty of room to spread out too.

The two spacious reception rooms bring period character with original cornicing, fireplaces, and that lovely bay window, all bathed in evening light from May through September. The glass feature between the rooms lets in extra light, keeping the space open yet cosy.

The hardwood flooring on the ground floor also continues on to the first floor, giving a seamless flow between both floors.

Upstairs, you'll find three proper double bedrooms, each catching the light at different times of day.

The front bedroom isn’t overlooked and offers peaceful views of the lime and ginkgo trees.

Both front and middle rooms have original fireplaces, while the back room benefits from additional insulation added during the renovation.

A peaceful bedroom on the top floor, currently used as a home office, comes fully wired with gigabit ethernet - perfect for working from home while enjoying garden views.

There are two bathrooms upstairs, with a handy third shower room on the ground floor. Storage won’t be an issue either, thanks to a roomy cellar, plenty of loft space and a police-approved secure steel bike shed for four bikes.

And when you step outside you’re right in the heart of Bellenden Road.

It’s a vibrant hub of cafés, shops and friendly faces, our favourite . Peckham Rye Station is just a 10-minute walk away for direct trains to London Bridge, Victoria, Blackfriars and beyond - including Overground links to Clapham Junction, Canada Water and Dalston.

The street itself is quiet and welcoming, with a real sense of community. Expect street parties, a Christmas tree tradition and a lively WhatsApp group to keep in touch with neighbours.

There’s on-street parking that’s never a problem - you can usually find a spot right outside, thanks to fewer houses on this part of the street. And with Belham Primary School just 30 seconds away, plus catchment for East Dulwich Charter, it’s ideal for families.

This home isn’t just ready to move into - it’s ready to live in and fall in love with.