Maresfield Gardens

Light dances into the open-plan living spaces from the original semi-octagonal bay window

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This two-bedroom apartment unfolds across the ground floor of an impressive Victorian mansion house in Hampstead, within the Fitzjohns and Netherhall Conservation Area. A recent renovation has seen the addition of a rich colour palette and exquisite materials, including hardwood flooring, fine marble and bespoke joinery. Maresfield Gardens is a broad and leafy street located between the delights of Hampstead and Belsize Park, with the Jubilee, Northern and Metropolitan lines all a short walk away.

Setting the Scene

Once home to the artist Henry Moore and the site of the renowned Freud Museum, tree-lined Maresfield Gardens is a quiet road dotted with a number of Victorian and early 20th-century villas. Many take inspiration from the Queen Anne and Arts and Crafts styles and almost all have handsome red-brick façades.

The street is unusual in its quantity of vast, maturely planted rear gardens. These green spaces have been retained since the development of this end of Hampstead in the mid-to-late 19th century following the sale of vast swathes of agricultural land for the expansion of the London suburbs.

The Grand Tour

Set behind a romantic gateway of tall cast-iron gates, the home is reached via an ornamental pathway planted with roses. An impressive sunny yellow sandstone doorway is set within the ornate Flemish bond brickwork, enhanced by Doric engaged columns and an impressive arched pediment with a blocked architrave beneath. Inside, a bright and well-maintained communal hall leads to the apartment.

Recently renovated to an exacting standard, the home is equipped with smart built-in storage solutions. There is a floor-to-ceiling, smoked glass-fronted cupboard in the hallway that provides a place to tidy away shoes and coats. Bleached oak flooring has been laid in a herringbone pattern, extending towards the open-plan living space that sits to the rear. Here and throughout, underfloor heating warms from below.

A large, double-aspect room containing the sitting, dining and kitchen areas lies at the far end of the building, with idyllic views across the lush communal gardens. Light dances in from the original semi-octagonal bay window, where French doors open directly to the gardens beyond. A sleek row of kitchen cabinets disguising integrated appliances by Siemens, including a steam oven, gas hob and full-size fridge-freezer, run along one wall. Additional cabinets and open shelving are positioned above the stone countertop.

One side of this lateral room has been thoughtfully configured as a cosy sitting area with a warming log burner. Currently arranged for dining, the space in front of the French doors comfortably accommodates an eight-person table and presents itself as a marvellous spot for entertaining, particularly in the summer months.

Both bedrooms are a good size, with substantial built-in wardrobes and original sash windows. The bathroom is an enlivening room fitted with a luxurious walk-in shower and separate bathtub. Lighting has been cleverly integrated and highlights the colour and texture added by deep red glazed tiles and extensive Calacatta marble.

The Great OutdoorsAn expansive communal garden wraps around the building, with a large lawn accessible directly from this apartment’s reception space. Mature planting shelters the garden from view and fosters a quiet ambience that belies its proximity to central London.

A small area of bricked terrace sits directly outside the apartment, an ideal spot for some outdoor seating and cultivating potted plants. The front of the home is also sheltered by foliage, protecting the entryway from direct view of the street.Out and About A tranquil and leafy residential street, Maresfield Gardens is located close to the shops and cafés of Hampstead Village and Belsize Park. Local favourites include Gail’s Bakery, Roni’s, and The Wet Fish Café, alongside numerous independent pubs and restaurants. Expansive green spaces abound, with Primrose Hill and Regent’s Park to the south and Hampstead Heath to the north, all within easy walking distance. The Heath provides sprawling woodland paths for walking, elevated views across the capital and its very own fabled freshwater swimming ponds.

There is also Kenwood House, a 17th-century country residence on the Heath’s northern border. It is now an English Heritage property home to a gallery, landscaped gardens and café. As for other cultural offerings, the National Trust-managed Two Willow Road, Keats House and Grade I-listed Burgh House are also nearby.

There are a number of fantastic schools in the area, both state and independent. The Hall, South Hampstead High School, Trevor Roberts and Northbridge House are all especially well-regarded.

Transport links are also excellent, with Finchley Road (Jubilee and Metropolitan lines) and Swiss Cottage (Jubilee Line) underground close by, providing swift access to central London and beyond.

Tenure: Leasehold

Lease Length: Approx. 83 years (please enquire for further information on lease extension)

Service Charge: Approx. £2,400 per annum

Ground Rent: Approx. £10 per annum

Council Tax Band: F

Please note that all areas, measurements and distances given in these particulars are approximate and rounded. The text, photographs and floor plans are for general guidance only. Inigo has not tested any services, appliances or specific fittings — prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the property themselves. All fixtures, fittings and furniture not specifically itemised within these particulars are deemed removable by the vendor.

Maresfield Gardens — London NW3
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