Fantasy House Hunt: Flats with Outdoor Space Across England
In a picturesque showcase of residential opportunities, a collection of flats for sale in England highlights properties with coveted outdoor spaces. From Victorian conversions in London to Georgian townhouses near beaches, these homes offer a blend of historic character and modern amenities, catering to those seeking greenery and private terraces.
York, North Yorkshire
Located on The Mount, a street running from the city centre, this property is close to open spaces such as the racecourse, Knavesmire, and Hob Moor. It is a short walk to the historic Shambles and River Ouse. The flat is part of Ambassador Court, a Grade II-listed building converted into apartments in 2004. A one-bedroom ground-floor apartment features patio doors in the bedroom that open onto a private terrace, along with a private entrance to shared gardens. The annual service charge is £3,000, and the EPC rating is C. The train journey to London King's Cross takes approximately two hours. The price is set at £290,000.
Southwark, London
In a quiet, leafy corner just off the Cut and within minutes of Southwark and Waterloo stations, this modern development blends old and new architecture around communal gardens. Behind the facade of an old Victorian bakery and mill, a ground-floor apartment offers two bedrooms at the front. A corridor leads to an open-plan living room, dining area, and kitchen, which open onto a private terrace facing the gardens. The living space is illuminated by aluminium-framed windows. The property is listed at £995,000.
Southport, Merseyside
Positioned between the town centre and suburban Birkdale Village, this Grade II-listed Georgian end-of-terrace townhouse has been converted into flats. A ground-floor three-bedroom apartment has undergone recent refurbishment. The entrance hall includes a sitting room to the right and leads into an open-plan living area, dining space, and kitchen equipped with a purple Aga range cooker. The main and second bedrooms are on the ground floor, with a garage and off-street parking provided. Southport and Ainsdale beaches are conveniently nearby. The asking price is £599,995.
Burton Joyce, Nottinghamshire
This large commuter village is located a few miles north-east of Nottingham city centre, featuring amenities such as a doctors' surgery, dentist, post office, library, primary school, railway station, and several pubs. On the edge of the village, a crescent separated from the River Trent by a railway line hosts a purpose-built group of flats. A two-bedroom ground-floor apartment includes its own back garden and a garage, with recently renovated shower room and kitchen. A bridge over the railway line provides access to riverside walks. The property is priced at £175,000.
Bath, Somerset
To the north of the city, near where urban landscape transitions into green belt, a Grade I-listed property has been converted into apartments. A ground- and lower ground-floor flat offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Off the grand entrance, a sitting room features period cornicing and sash windows, while a dining room includes a period fireplace. The dining room flows into the kitchen, which has a partially glass extension leading to shared grounds. The listing price is £945,000.
