This immaculate five-bedroom end-of-terrace house in Putney has been extensively renovated in recent years. The current owners have carefully extended the building at the rear of the plan to create a vast open-plan kitchen and living space framed by rolled steel joists and floor-to-ceiling glazing with views across the east-facing garden. The home is characterised by a warm material palette of brass, oak and exposed brick, which seamlessly interplay with bold paint colours used throughout. Above the garage lies a separate secret annexe with a kitchenette and bathroom.

The Tour

The house is set back from the road behind a smart paved driveway with a designated off-street parking spot for one car and an electrical charging point. Its striking graphic façade complements the aluminium-framed double-glazed windows, which have been painstakingly replaced throughout.

The front door opens onto a spacious cloakroom area, currently configured as an office and snug, with plenty of built-in storage for coats and shoes. This seamlessly leads to the open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, punctuated with multiple skylights and a palpable sense of volume care of a double-height section of the ceiling. The shaker-style kitchen, with bold midnight blue cabinetry, sits to the left. A large island with brass worktops and fixtures cleverly divides this area from the rest of the room. There is a six-burner cooker by Smeg and an integrated wine fridge.

At the rear, large glazed doors illuminate the space and slide open to reveal a luscious garden. This area of the house is orientated to the east, receiving the best of the morning light. White-washed walls, some of which are exposed brick, chime harmoniously with the oak herringbone floorboards warmed by underfloor heating.

A staircase ascends to the first floor, where three well-proportioned bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom lie. The largest of the three, which sits at the front of the plan, has been painted a moss green in contrast to the graphite used on the interior woodwork. There is also a smart en suite with a walk-in shower, matt black fixtures and polished plaster walls. Original floorboards painted white flow throughout this level.

The second floor is given over entirely to the primary suite; the bedroom is finished with polished plaster walls and turquoise cabinetry. A smart walk-in wardrobe offers plenty of storage, and a separate en suite is replete with marble tiles.

Off the snug, at the front of the plan, is a neat WC. Cleverly hidden within here is a secret door, opening onto a striking spiral staircase, which ascends to an annexe positioned over the garage. Beams overhead have been exposed and white-washed, and the space’s dual aspect configuration allows for an excellent quality of natural light. A kitchenette lies in the corner, and there is an en-suite shower room where small terracotta tiles lie underfoot. Currently configured as a bedroom, this room could easily be transformed to a private home-office.

From the ground floor of the plan, a staircase leads to the cellar with a useful utility room.

Outdoor Space

At the rear of the house is a wonderful east-facing paved garden, which catches the morning sunlight. Leading from glazed doors lies a neat decked area with ample space for a table and chairs. Swathes of green foliage hang over the brick rear wall and fence, which enclose the space creating a private, peaceful enclave. There is a useful shed tucked into the corner for storage.

The Area

Burstock Road is a few minutes walk from the shops, restaurants and transport facilities of Putney High Street. There are a number of great pubs, bars and cafes in the area, including craft beer shop Ghost Whale and The Duke’s Head by Putney’s idyllic riverside. Wandsworth Park and Putney Heath are  within walking distance, with Richmond and Wimbledon parks slightly further afield.

Also in proximity is the Southside Wandsworth shopping centre and the newly introduced Ram Quarter, along the River Wandle, which hosts events with Backyard Cinema and is home to speciality coffee shop Story Coffee. Barnes ‘village’ is also nearby for a further selection of restaurants, cafes and shops.

Putney station (Overground services to London Waterloo and towards the south-east) and East Putney station (District Line) are a six and 10-minute journey on foot, respectively. There are also a number of good bus routes and easy driving access to the A3.

Council Tax Band: F

Please note that all areas, measurements and distances given in these particulars are approximate and rounded. The text, photographs and floor plans are for general guidance only. The Modern House has not tested any services, appliances or specific fittings — prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the property themselves. All fixtures, fittings and furniture not specifically itemised within these particulars are deemed removable by the vendor.