Generous five-bedroom lateral apartment on a private garden square in SW5, ideal for family living..
Spacious 2,536 sqft lateral flat with abundant natural light
Five bedrooms plus flexible room ideal for home office
Private garden square access and children's playground
High ceilings, original parquet and period fireplaces throughout
Well-appointed kitchen with Brazilian marble and integrated appliances
Share of freehold with approx. 849 years remaining on lease
Solid brick construction with no assumed wall insulation (potential upgrade)
Very expensive council tax noted
A generously proportioned lateral apartment on the third floor of an elegant period building, this five-bedroom home sits directly on the private garden square of Courtfield Gardens. At about 2,536 sq ft the layout provides substantial entertaining and family space, with high ceilings, full‑height sash/windows and original parquet and period fireplaces that create strong character and natural light throughout.
The principal suite is quietly positioned to the rear with an en suite shower and fitted wardrobes; four further bedrooms and a flexible room ideal for a home office complete the accommodation. The kitchen is well equipped with Brazilian marble worktops and integrated appliances, and there are multiple bathrooms plus a utility area and separate guest WC—practical for daily family life.
Location is a key strength: access to the private garden square and its children’s playground, proximity to Gloucester Road and Earl’s Court stations (District and Piccadilly lines), excellent schools nearby, and easy reach of Hyde Park, South Kensington and local amenities. The share of freehold and an exceptionally long lease (approx. 849 years) add ownership security.
Practical considerations: the building dates from 1900 and has solid brick walls with no assumed insulation, so opportunities exist to improve thermal performance and reduce energy costs. Council tax is described as very expensive. The flat’s period fabric and high ceilings are a major asset but may also mean higher maintenance and heating costs compared with modern construction.