29 Chestnut Rise, Plumstead, London, SE18 1RJ

Описание: Guide Price £675,000 – £700,000 | Exceptional Victorian Family Home on Chestnut Rise, Plumstead, SE18

Nestled on the highly desirable Chestnut Rise in Plumstead, this truly impressive five‑bedroom Victorian family home offers over 1,533 sq ft of beautifully proportioned living space, blending timeless character with versatile accommodation and outstanding potential. With its striking red‑brick façade, classic bay windows, and elegant period features throughout, this residence presents a rare opportunity to create a magnificent family home in one of South East London’s most established residential neighbourhoods.

From the moment you arrive, the property’s classic charm is clear. A generous reception room greets you with soaring ceilings, ornate cornicing, and an original fireplace — perfect for formal entertaining or relaxed family living. This flows seamlessly into an expansive lounge/diner bathed in natural light from large windows, creating a warm and welcoming space for everyday life.

The well‑proportioned kitchen/breakfast room at the rear offers an excellent layout for family meals, complete with a range of wall and base units, an integrated oven and hob, and a traditional tiled floor. Practical living is enhanced by a handy pantry, a separate utility room with WC, and a versatile extra room on the ground floor that could serve as a guest bedroom, home office, or additional reception space.

Upstairs, the accommodation continues to impress with four generous double bedrooms including a spacious master suite, a large family bathroom, and a separate WC. There is also a substantial loft space providing excellent scope for further extension or conversion, subject to the usual planning permissions, adding considerable future value.

Externally, the property benefits from a substantial rear garden, approximately 110 x 50 ft, predominantly laid to lawn and offering enormous potential for landscaping, children’s play, or outdoor entertaining. A garden shed adds useful storage.

Location Highlights – Plumstead & Woolwich SE18

Chestnut Rise is perfectly placed for a lifestyle of convenience and community. Plumstead itself is a vibrant residential area within the Royal Borough of Greenwich, known for its charming Victorian architecture, leafy streets, and strong sense of community spirit. The area combines suburban tranquillity with easy access to urban amenities and major transport connections. 

Families will appreciate a wide selection of well‑regarded schools nearby, including Plumstead Manor School — a thriving local secondary school with a strong academic reputation, and a variety of primary schools in the surrounding area. 

For leisure and outdoor enjoyment, residents are spoiled for choice with Plumstead Common — a 41.7ha green space perfect for picnics, sporting activities, walking, and relaxation — and Winn’s Common, which offers playgrounds, ball courts and open grassland. Both spaces are part of the Green Chain Walk and provide much‑loved local recreation. 

The property is also within easy reach of the extensive amenities of Woolwich town centre, including Powis Street — a pedestrianised shopping hub with high street brands and independent retailers — and the historic Beresford Square, known for its market stalls and community spirit. 

Transport & Connectivity

Plumstead benefits from excellent transport links. Both Plumstead Station and Woolwich Arsenal Station are easily accessible, providing Thameslink, Southeastern, Overground, and DLR services — with fast connections into Central London and beyond. The nearby Elizabeth Line (Crossrail) at Woolwich and Abbey Wood offers rapid journeys to Canary Wharf, Liverpool Street, and Heathrow Airport, enhancing the area’s appeal for commuters. 

This grand Victorian home represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a substantial family residence in a sought‑after location, with enormous potential to tailor and extend to suit contemporary living. Properties of this calibre are rare in SE18, so early internal viewing is highly recommended.