2 bedroom flat for sale

“Factory windows, steel frames, and lofty proportions reflect the building’s industrial heritage” A former 19th-century leather tannery, Tanners Yard is positioned within the vibrant Bermondsey conservation area, close to Bermondsey Street, Borough Market, and the open greenery of Tanner Street Park and Long Lane Park. This bright two-bedroom apartment sits on the third floor and has been thoroughly yet sensitively reimagined. It spans almost 1,000 sq ft of bright, open-plan living spaces, where original arched Crittall windows and exposed London-brick walls hint at its Victorian heritage. A raised walk-way provides access to the apartment and acts as a form of balcony; the current owner has created a small garden in this space with an array of plants and mature shrubs.The Tour Tanners Yard is a classical-style gated development, accessed from the tree-lined Long Lane. There is subterranean parking for residents, and this apartment has its own allocated space. Entry is via a communal entrance, with a concierge and a newly updated security system. The apartment is on the third floor, accessed via lift or stairs. The front door sits on a balcony-style walkway, with space for seating and potted plants, and opens to the hallway. Straight ahead lies the open-plan kitchen and living room, subtly delineated by a breakfast bar. The kitchen is a modern space, where handleless white cabinets and hardwood countertops sit with stone-style tiles underfoot. Appliances are integrated, and a dining table has been arranged opposite. The apartment retains the voluminous proportions and material palette of its previous iteration, with exposed steel joists and a pair of arresting crescent-shaped windows that usher in southerly light. A living room sits on one side, creating a restful space with views over the park. There are two bedrooms off the hallway, each with built-in storage and wide factory windows. The main bedroom has an en suite bathroom, immaculately finished with a walk-in shower, white tiles, and dusty pink walls. The second bedroom is served by an adjacent shared bathroom with a shower over the bath and white-tiled surfaces. The Area Tanner’s Yard has direct access to Bermondsey Street, renowned for its thriving creative community, independent shops, and acclaimed dining spots. Local highlights include the White Cube Gallery, Comptoir Gourmand, The Giddy Grocer, and Pizarro. Tanner Street Park features free public tennis courts right around the corner. Just a short walk away, Maltby Street Market provides an exceptional weekend food market alongside 40 Maltby Street and natural wine importer Gergovie Wines. Borough Market is approximately ten minutes away on foot, housing world-class food traders. Major cultural landmarks, including Tate Modern, the Southbank Centre, and Shakespeare’s Globe, are also within easy walking distance. Transport links are excellent, with London Bridge station a ten-minute walk away for Northern and Jubilee line tube services as well as National Rail trains. The City of London is accessible via a fifteen-minute walk across London Bridge. Tenure: Share of freehold | Lease Length: Approx. 95 years remaining | Service Charge: 7,681 | Ground Rent: 0 | Council Tax Band: E