Access to the block is through a shared open space shaded by a mature London plane tree. Ascending the communal staircase leads to the entrance door of the apartment, which opens into a hallway painted soft white with original pine flooring underfoot. This harmonious colour palette continues into the reception room, which extends gracefully from one end of the hallway. Natural light streams through an original sash window, which frames views of the Flemish gables and intricate stone details of neighbouring Sunbury House. The Victorian proportions of the room allow ample space for a comfortable sitting area and a well-appointed dining table. Along one wall, built-in bookshelves provide practical storage. An original cast-iron fireplace with decorative tiles adds a touch of character to the space, its deep colours contrasting beautifully with the apartment’s white-toned aesthetics.
Set in the middle of the floor plan, the kitchen seamlessly connects to the hallway, creating a wonderful sense of openness. The pale grey
Formica cabinetry contrasts with hard-wearing iroko worktops reclaimed from school chemistry laboratories sourced from
Lassco. Morning sun filters through the eight-pane sash window and imbues a warm glow upon the surface of the tactile Dalsouple rubber floor. The well-designed kitchen has a four-ring gas hob and a deep butler sink adorned with brass fixtures.
At the opposite end of the hallway is the tranquil bedroom. A large sash window dominates the room and has delightful views of the estate and the leafy surroundings. With ample space for a double bed, the room also has a tall built-in wardrobe along one wall. The bathroom is next to the living room, its brass fittings harmonising with the building’s 19th-century origins.
The Great Outdoors
At the centre of the estate is Arnold Circus, an ornamental garden planted with mature London plane trees and a Grade II-listed octagonal bandstand. Spanning two terraces, these beautifully landscaped gardens were created using the earth excavated during the estate’s construction, initially a cost-saving measure. However, this ingenious decision has resulted in a raised vantage point for Arnold Circus, which has long-reaching vistas along the radial tree-lined avenues, making an excellent spot to relax with a book or a morning coffee.
Out and About
Positioned within the Boundary Estate Street Conservation Area, Taplow House and the surrounding buildings are of particularly special architectural and historical interest. There are seven avenues radiating from central Boundary Gardens, each lined with embellished mansion blocks that emanate a late Victorian elegance.
A short walk away from Columbia Road, Hoxton Square, and the City, the Boundary Estate is within walking distance of
Lyle’s,
Sager & Wilde,
Cave Cuvee, and
Equal Parts. Just across the gardens is
Leila’s Shop, rustic greengrocers and café offering fresh produce all year round. The much-loved
Rochelle Canteen is just around the corner for seasonal fare, set within what once was a primary school for the estate.
Jolene on Redchurch Street is an ideal spot for a morning coffee and only a couple of minutes’ walk away.
Transport links are excellent; Shoreditch High Street station is a five-minute walk away for Overground services. Bethnal Green Station (Central Line) and Liverpool Street Station (Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan Lines) are also nearby.
Tenure: Leasehold
Lease Length: approx. 79 years remaining
Service Charge: approx. £1222 per annum
Ground Rent: £10
Council Tax Band: B