set back behind a landscaped front garden on one of the most coveted streets in the toast rack, this six bedroom house sits on a quiet no-through road with direct views across wandsworth common. the proportions, natural light and sense of calm make it a particularly special home, shaped by thoughtful refurbishment and a layout that works beautifully for family life.
the hallway opens with decorative tiled flooring and leads into a wide reception room with a handsome fireplace and tall shuttered windows. the rear of the house expands into a large kitchen and family space arranged around a feature island by harvey jones. integrated appliances include a britannia range, neff microwave and a wine fridge, complemented by a utility room, pantry cupboard and a guest cloakroom. maxlight sliding doors draw the eye straight out to the seventy nine foot south-facing garden, arranged with a broad terrace, mature planting and an open lawn. in the middle of the garden, a dedicated seating area creates a quiet spot for evening drinks or relaxed weekends, while a contemporary garden pod sits at the far end, perfect as a gym, home office, studio or teenagers’ retreat.
upstairs, the first floor holds a generous principal bedroom looking over the common, with fitted wardrobes and a marble en suite bathroom with twin basins. two further bedrooms also sit on this level, one with generous fitted wardrobes, along with a separate shower room.
the top floor offers three more double bedrooms and a family bathroom, creating a flexible arrangement for guests, older children or a live-in au pair. throughout the house, the finishes are calm and understated, with oak flooring on the ground level, underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathrooms, bespoke lighting by john cullen and a full wiring system prepared for multiroom audio, 4k video distribution, hd cctv with remote access and video entry.
dorlcote road sits in the heart of the toast rack, opening directly onto the green expanses of wandsworth common. bellevue road is close by for cafés, boutiques and restaurants, with northcote road also within easy reach. wandsworth common station offers quick routes into victoria.
the area is highly regarded for schooling, with broomwood hall, northcote lodge, finton house, thomas’s and the manor all nearby. it is a pocket of southwest london known for its village atmosphere, leafy outlooks and enduring appeal for families who want space, greenery and easy connections.
