Occupying the upper floors of a former Victorian water pumphouse is a striking duplex penthouse apartment that is the perfect blend of contemporary finishes and original industrial features, such as bare brick walls, dramatic cast iron beams and a vaulted ceiling. On the market through prime London agents Anderson Rose for £895,000 the 1,289 sq. ft. home is a real masterpiece and perfect for those looking for a statement London residence with genuine history and character.
The Pump House was built in 1902 by the London Hydraulic Power Company, which was established to manage a network of hydraulic water power that was exclusively for the homes and businesses of London. At its peak, it managed 180 miles of pipes supplying power for the majority of the city.
One of the first to be operational in Victorian London the Pump House flaunted state-of-the art engineering, with immense iron beams, a majestic engine room with lofty arched windows right along the roof and oculi in the ends, plus a glorious octagonal chimney. All of which are still present and preserved today. The LHP Company operated until 1977 when the pipe network was sold to Mercury Communications to be used for telecoms.
At the turn of the century the iconic building and its immediate surroundings were transformed into a private, secure residential development with off-street parking.
Crowning the building, the impressive two-bedroom penthouse is filled with natural light through large skylights, features an impressive large reception room, as well as two spacious double bedrooms and two stylish bathrooms.
Set over two floors one of the standout spaces within the penthouse is the reception room, which occupies the entire top level with the original steel beams of the Pump House roof creating an eye-catching feature. The room can be configured and adapted to the purchaser’s needs, with space for two large sofas, a dining area and a work from home space, whilst a stylish contemporary kitchen with integrated appliances completes the space.
A staircase leads down to two large bedrooms, with both benefitting from excellent built-in wardrobes, whilst the retained original warehouse features such as the bare brick walls create the perfect contrast.
Both bedrooms face onto the internal courtyard so are blissfully quiet. The master bedroom has a brilliant ensuite bathroom with free-standing bath and rain shower, whilst the guest bathroom has a large walk-in shower area.
The penthouse also benefits from off-street parking within the secure gated development.
Robin Chalk, Sales Manager at Anderson Rose, commented: “This is an exceptional home that is truly one-of-a-kind. Full of original structures and features, that were once a crucial part of the original pump house, the home has a genuine industrial style that makes it so unique and attractive. There is also the opportunity to put your own stamp on the interiors and work with the shape and style of a building that once played an important role in powering one of the world’s greatest cities.
“Due to the excellent location and transport links from the nearby Canada Water station, this is the ideal home for those looking to be within easy reach of central London, whilst securing a cool and notable place to live.”
The former pumphouse is a minute’s walk to Canada Water station (Jubilee Line & Overground services), whilst also on the doorstep of a number of popular parks and green spaces.
For further sales information, contact Anderson Rose on 020 3324 0188 or visit the website here.