St Helens Gardens

Space and light converge at this imposing five-bedroom townhouse for sale that offers versatile living together with planning permission for a basement extension.

Moments from Kensington Memorial Park, a red brick exterior envelopes this family home, which offers the potential to extend its already generous footprint. Configured for flexibility, it comes with consent for a single storey basement extension and courtyard area.

Inside, white walls and expansive period proportions lend a gallery like feel. In the double reception room, light from the south-facing bay window accentuates the sense of space further and emphasises the volumes at play. Wooden floors stretch the length of the room, tying together two separate areas for sitting and dining. Period features, from the ceiling cornicing to an ornate fireplace also add to the unifying effect.

Through an archway, a formal dining room allows for a large table. From here, double doors open onto a kitchen with a farmhouse aesthetic and access to a generous garden. Rustic wooden cabinets line two sides of the room, adding warmth to the space, while a range cooker acts as a centrepiece. For more informal meals, there’s a breakfast bar.

A studio and separate office are also found on this floor, together with a convenient cloakroom. Ideal for those who work from home, the space could also offer self-contained accommodation for a nanny or older children.

Three bedrooms occupy the second floor, along with the family bathroom. Neutral tones and pared-back finishes are common denominators throughout. In the principal, fitted wardrobes bring practicality, while a large bay window dials up the brightness.

Above, an adaptable living space caters for the demands of family life. Currently set up as an entertaining space with a bar area, it can also be used as a media and games room. A separate utility room and cloakroom ensure functionality is front of mind. From here, a spiral staircase leads up to the fourth bedroom in the eaves, illuminated by skylights.