Ailsa Avenue, St Margaret's, TW1 1NF

Occupying a desirable setting on Ailsa Avenue, St Margarets, this handsome period property has been thoughtfully updated to combine its original character with a refined contemporary aesthetic. The result is a beautifully balanced family home, offering both flexibility and comfort for modern living.

Accessed via the newly landscaped front garden, the welcoming entrance hall benefits from under stair storage and the conveniently located WC . The inviting reception room, with attractive proportions, warm wooden flooring and a fireplace complete with log burner. To the rear, the impressive kitchen/dining room provides a bright and sociable space, with sleek contemporary cabinetry, integrated appliances and ample room for dining and entertaining. From here, the house opens seamlessly onto a truly exceptional west-facing garden, extending to over 100 feet and offering a rare sense of space and tranquillity as it gently stretches down towards the River Crane. The elevated terrace is perfectly positioned to capture the afternoon and evening sun, while the generous lawn provides plenty of room for children to play. A superb garden room offers a stylish and versatile space for working, exercising or relaxing, perfectly positioned to take advantage of the leafy surroundings. At the far end, a secluded timber deck creates an idyllic setting for entertaining family and friends over a chilled glass of wine, with the River Crane meandering beyond - a magical and utterly unique outdoor space, rarely found in St Margarets.

The first floor provides two good sized double bedrooms and a versatile single bedroom / study. A modern shower room completes the accommodation. The second floor is dedicated to the principal bedroom complete with dressing area, en-suite with freestanding bath and air-conditioning.

This is a very special period house, set within a wonderful community just a few minutes' walk from St Margarets village, with its independent shops, restaurants and mainline station. Ailsa Avenue is also located close to the Thames path and a most pleasant stroll into Richmond. With Marble Hill and Moormead Parks (the latter home to the annual St. Margaret's Fair), riverside walks into Richmond and its outstanding local schools and thriving independent amenities, 'St. Mags' really is every inch the urban village.

Council Tax Band: E (Richmond-upon-Thames) Tenure: Freehold