Parkway, Gidea Park RM2 5NT

An imposing c.1930’s detached family residence occupying a private setting with the remarkable backdrop of its own private Lake.  An unusually generous plot on one of Gidea Park’s most prestigious and historic roads within the Exhibition Estate. The substantial plot and extensive mature gardens with, most notably, the private lake makes it one of the most notable properties in the area. With its character, four bedroom accommodation, garaging and lake-facing principal bedroom suite, adds further layers of distinction to this Parkway address  What makes this property truly exceptional is the ownership of its own Lake, known locally as Lower Lake, immediately adjoining the property. A feature of extraordinary rarity so close to local amenities and transport links to London, the Lake provides an incomparable outlook and an atmosphere of tranquillity that is difficult to replicate. The property has remained in the same family’s ownership for more than thirty years, reflected in the maturity of the gardens, the established planting and the evident care and affection with which the house and grounds have been maintained. The grounds are a particular highlight of the property, thoughtfully arranged into a series of distinct areas, each offering its own character and purpose. Mature trees, established planting, a Koi pond and carefully considered landscaping provide an exceptional degree of privacy, ensuring the property feels wonderfully secluded from almost every aspect. To the front, the property offers an unusually high level of parking and garaging. There are three garages, including one of particularly generous length, together with a carport providing space for two further vehicles. This exceptional provision will appeal to families with multiple vehicles, collectors and those requiring substantial storage or workshop space. The elegant family accommodation offers generously proportioned rooms including four reception rooms and four bedrooms with a stunning principal bedroom suite comprising en-suite bathroom with separate shower and access to a private balcony offering views across the gardens to the Lake beyond. The kitchen/breakfast room with its brick fireplace and breakfast area enjoys an exceptional outlook across the lake, leading through to the family room with oak framed glazed windows and vaulted roof, creating an idyllic setting in which to begin the day. A dual aspect main living room offers a feature brick fireplace, an attractive focal point and a warm, comfortable setting during the cooler months. There is a separate pantry, cloakroom and dedicated study/home office adding practicality to the ground floor. An additional loft room, accessed via a pull-down ladder, provides useful additional space. With good head height together with power and lighting already installed, it offers considerable flexibility for storage, hobbies or other occasional uses. Character is retained throughout the property, contributing to its architectural appeal and sense of history, with its Crittall casement windows and Arts & Crafts styling. A remarkable piece of Gidea Park history, the setting is every bit as important as the house itself. Parkway forms part of the celebrated Gidea Park Exhibition Estate, developed between 1910 and 1911 as part of the Romford Garden Suburb. The development represented an important early exercise in town planning, with approximately one hundred architects of considerable reputation invited to design houses and cottages throughout the new suburb. The wider estate remains a designated conservation area, renowned for its Arts and Crafts-influenced architecture, generous plots and leafy streetscape. Parkway is within walking distance Gidea Park Tennis Club and Romford Golf Club and just 0.5 mile from Gidea Park station (Elizabeth Line which runs to central London and Heathrow Airport), together with nearby renowned schools making this home a stunning location for families and commuters.