Flat for sale in Dalston Lane, London E8

This sensitively renovated two-bedroom apartment lies in between Dalston and London Fields, occupying the ground and lower-ground floors of a former Victorian pub. Inside, carefully considered contemporary interventions work to create a feeling of warmth and peace. The spaces have been renovated by Mexican architect Luis Ortega. The apartment has a private, unoverlooked terrace garden, where clambering roses and ivy trail over the walls. Dalston Lane is perfectly positioned for the best of Hackney and is within easy walking distance of exceptional restaurants, cafés, bars and green spaces.

The Tour

The old pub building occupies the corner of Dalston Lane and Greenwood Road. Entry to the building is on the latter, through a communal area that leads to this apartment's front door.

The ground floor is home to the kitchen, living area and a bedroom. The raised living area has a wonderful sense of connection to the outdoors, care of glass doors that open to steps leading to the terrace. Here, the original floors have been stained a handsome dark shade, and a built-in shelving unit in the same hue has been added to one wall. An internal opening to the hall allows light to flow around the plan.

The kitchen has been executed to a very high standard. Floors and worktops have been laid with mustard yellow, Mexican encaustic tiles, which provide a smart contrast to the stainless steel cabinetry. Underfloor heating warms from below, while high ceilings lend an exceptional sense of volume. Softwood café shutters provide privacy to the original arched window, while reproduction btc lights cast a soft glow from above.

The smaller bedroom is also on this floor, painted a pale Farrow & Ball green that echoes the building's exterior. Sisal carpet runs underfoot and there is a slim built-in wardrobe for storage.

The lower-ground floor is home to the main bedroom and en suite, as well as a generous family bathroom. This has a walk-in shower with a Hans Grohe rainfall head and a reclaimed art deco sink. The bedroom is a beautifully bright space, flowing out to a glass extension where sheets of glazing extend over the en suite bathroom. A beautiful pink art deco bath makes the perfect spot to sit and watch the sky above. Pink Mexican floor tiles - again with underfloor heating - finish the harmonious scheme perfectly.

Outdoor Space

Steps descend from the living area to the decked terrace garden, which feels completely private. There is ample space here for a seating or dining area. Red and white roses flower up the walls, whereas ivy trails down from above.

The Area

The apartment is located in central Hackney, just to the east of the popular London Fields and bustling Mare Street, and north of the activity of Dalston. It is brilliantly close to the green spaces of Victoria Park and the Regent’s Canal path.

There are many fantastic cafés and restaurants locally, notably Pophams and Lardo on Richmond Road, Little Duck The Picklery and Angelina on Dalston Lane, Elliot’s on Mare Street, and Pidgin and Violet on Wilton Way. There is an overwhelming sense of community in the area, with weekly markets at Victoria Park and Well Street, as well as on Broadway Market, which has a reputation for some excellent places to eat and drink. E5 Bakehouse, on the edge of London Fields, is excellent for freshly baked artisan bread and grains.

Kingsland Road is a short walk away with all that Dalston has to offer, including Brilliant Corners, The Jago and The Dusty Knuckle. The Prince Georgeand The Spurstowe Arms are among local favourite pubs.

Dalston Junction and Kingsland stations are both a short walk away, providing transport links on the east/west and south-bound branches of the London Overground. Nearby Hackney Downs station provides links to Liverpool Street in less than 10 minutes. Buses run regularly to London Bridge and the City from nearby Kingsland Road.

Tenure: Leasehold
Lease Length: Approx. 115 years remaining
Service Charge: Approx. £400 per annum
Ground Rent: Approx. £200 per annum
Council Tax Band: C