Cumberland House, 16 Highbury Crescent, N5

Description

SOLD - Sitting proudly on one of the most sought-after addresses in Highbury with views across Highbury Fields, is this truly magnificent four double bedroom palatial home on Highbury Crescent. Refurbished throughout to an exceptionally high standard this handsome home, occupies a tranquil position yet is only moments from Highbury and Islington Station (providing access to the Victoria Line, London Overground and Great Northern) as well as a short stroll from Drayton Park Station (which provides direct access to Moorgate). Furthermore, the vibrant Upper Street is on hand, providing a wealth of, bars, restaurants, delicatessens and independent boutique shops.

Set upon the second and third floor offering mostly lateral space the property has an abundance of light, style and space, with an impressive hallway which is an immediate indication of the grand proportions and fine craftsmanship found within, including high ceilings, coving, parquet flooring and a sumptuous colour scheme.

The grand hallway leads to a wonderfully vast, dual aspect open plan kitchen / dining / reception room. Originally two generous rooms, the vendor has created a truly magnificent entertaining space, which really is the heart of the home that beholds an array of splendid features including vaulted ceilings with wooden beams, parquet flooring, cast iron radiators, a wood burning stove with stone surround and a ‘deVOL’ kitchen and separate island that is finished with sage green units, butlers sink with brass fittings and complemented with marble worktops. The kitchen island also doubles up as a beautiful breakfast bar and there is ample worksurface and storage space. This wonderful rooms enjoys an East / West orientation so perfect for watching the sunrise over Highbury Field and the sun setting towards the rear.

The property offers four double bedrooms which all enjoy wonderful proportions with the elegant master bedroom benefitting from a luxurious wet room and separate dressing area with built in wardrobes. Furthermore, there is a beautiful family bathroom, that like the rest of the property has been finished to an exceptionally high standard with great attention to detail. Further benefits include a separate utility, a share of freehold and the potential to create a private roof terrace (STP). Council Tax band: G