Diana Road Walthamstow , E17 5LF

IF YOU LIVED HERE…

You’ll get a sense of pride from knowing that your home was the brainchild of Walthamstow's first mayor, Sir Thomas Courtenay Warner. These properties have a rich history and are often referenced in local literature, profiled for their generous proportions and large rear gardens. The handsome brick frontage will draw many admiring glances, and you enter the property through your own private front door with a characteristic brick arch.

As you head up your bright staircase into your spacious hallway you’ll find lovely parquet flooring that extends into your reception room, the continuation here adding to the sense of proportion. The bright reception room is awash with light thanks to two large windows and you’ve also got original features such as a beautiful fireplace. Both bedrooms are doubles with soft carpeting and stylish columns radiators. The bathroom and kitchen each strike a fantastic balance between being sleek and contemporary but retaining some gorgeous traditional features to bring an elegant timeless style.

Outside, you’ll find your own private section of the large rear garden, but for even more greenery, don’t forget that you’re just a short hop and a skip from Lloyd Park, bursting with perks including two cafes (one of which is currently operated by the ever-popular Deeney’s), the charming William Morris Gallery, a skatepark, playground, tennis courts and dog enclosure.

Beyond, the Hoe Street area is thriving with a creative energy that continuously draws visitors. Fancy a bite to eat? Choose between Time Out regulars Sodo, Yard Sale Pizza, Shri Lakshmi, as well as many more. If exercise is on the agenda as well as food, you’ll be pleased to hear that there are some excellent facilities, including yoga studio East of Eden and modern leisure centre the Feel Good Centre.

As for entertainment, the 950-seat Soho Theatre Walthamstow is set to open in 2025, while the wonderfully eclectic Trades Hall is a favoured spot for renowned artists to perform low—key sets (Fatboy Slim and Stewart Lee are just two of the names from last year’s bill)

WHAT ELSE?

-You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to local pubs, but Ye Olde Rose and Crown is much-loved by the community and can be reached within around ten minutes on foot.
- If you want a change of scene from the park, head to Fellowship Square which has a fantastic event calendar organised by the local authority, including a pop up cinema lounge.
- Need essentials? Walthamstow Central is home to Europe’s longest market which runs along Walthamstow High Street, as well as the 17&Central shopping centre, which has a fantastic food court operated by CRATE, and mini golf.