Behind the elegant façade of this East London Victorian townhouse lies a beautifully layered family home, where original period details meet soft, contemporary interiors.
Located in Bow and arranged across four floors, spanning more than 1,900 sq ft, the four-bedroom property has a warm, cocooning palette throughout, with high ceilings, sash windows, original floor tiles, timber flooring and period fireplaces adding character at every turn.
The sense of charm begins in the welcoming hallway, where decorative floor tiles set the tone for the rest of the home. On the ground floor, the principal reception and dining room are flooded with natural light, creating an inviting space that feels both refined and relaxed.
To the rear, the kitchen and dining space has been reimagined as the sociable heart of the home. Skylights and glazed doors draw in natural light, while shaker-style cabinetry, quartz worktops, open shelving, a vertical radiator, and a generous wooden island add chic functionality. Templeton Pink by Farrow & Ball, Pooky light fittings, and natural timber finishes add warmth and texture. Beyond, glazed doors open directly onto a landscaped patio garden.
Head upstairs where the wonderfully bright principal bedroom occupies the front of the house – tall sash windows, fitted wardrobes, and a neutral palette add to the sense of space. Alongside this sits a generous family bathroom, complete with a freestanding roll-top bath, walk-in shower with black tiles and grid panels, and monochrome checkered flooring.
One of the home's standout features can be found in the rear first-floor bedroom, where a hidden ensuite shower room is discreetly tucked behind fitted wardrobes. It's a clever design detail that adds to the property's appeal. Two additional double bedrooms are located on the second floor.
The lower ground floor provides an additional layer of versatility and is currently arranged as two connected basement rooms. This offers excellent storage and the potential for a variety of future uses, from games rooms to gyms.
‘Medway Road is a beautifully restored Victorian townhouse where period character and contemporary family living sit comfortably alongside one another,’ says Alexander Elsey, agent at Story of Home. ‘A sense of warmth runs through every room, from the elegant reception spaces at the front of the house to the extended kitchen and dining room at the rear.’
The property is on the market with Story of Home for £1,575,000.
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