Upton Lane Forest Gate , E7 9PR

"We've been extraordinarily lucky to call this place our home for the past five years. It's a special flat with a garden that really comes alive in Spring and Summer, and high ceilings inside giving the place a very spacious feel. We've hosted some unforgettable summer BBQs for friends and family, and spent many happy mornings having coffee and pastries from local bakeries on the deck. The walk-in wardrobe in the bedroom and the wine fridge in the kitchen were some of the highlights that made us so excited to buy the property and even after all this time, the novelty of those things still hasn't worn off. The flat being on basement level means it's naturally cool during heatwaves, and retains heat well in the cosy winters. It's perfectly situated for afternoon strolls through beautiful West Ham Park, and just a 10/15 minute jaunt up to Forest Gate's buzzy high street, where Gio's and Joyau keep the wine ridge well stocked. The jazz evenings on Wednesday round the corner at The Red House are always great fun and a good excuse to have a drink with our neighbours. We've absolutely loved living here, and we wish the next owners of this wonderful home as many happy memories as we have made here."