New Urban Cottages Launched At South East London Development

Located in the sought-after area between Blackheath Village and Lewisham, Alms Gate from Vfund is an impressive development which has had a lot of interest from professionals due to its location and excellent nearby transportation connections.

The unique collection of Grade II Listed former almshouses which have been sensitively restored into one-bedroom urban cottages not only retain their value but pose as the perfect opportunity for first-time buyers looking to own their own home in London. 

Alms Gate provides 39 one-, two- and three-bedroom homes, including a collection of newly launched one-bedroom cottages, wrapped around almost 1.63 acres of private landscaped central communal gardens, and set within a secure gated community. The initial release of homes was successfully sold off-plan with the scheme now build complete. The new collection of one-bedroom cottages have recently been released to the market available for immediate occupation, for sale via joint agents Hamptons and Kingsbury Stone.

Alms Gate is conveniently located within a short walk from Lewisham Station. The station provides direct overground connections to London Bridge in less than 8 minutes, making the daily commute effortless. The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) connections from Lewisham Station offer swift access to the heart of Canary Wharf in just over 15 minutes, ideal for professionals working in the financial district.

Graeme Grossman, director at Kingsbury Stone, says: "Alms Gate's transformation into a bustling commuter hotspot is truly remarkable, with of the majority of buyers at the development being professionals who have selected Alms Gate as their home due to its convenient location and good transport connections. With its proximity to Lewisham Station and its swift overground connections to London Bridge, the development provides residents with seamless access to the city. The additional DLR connections to Canary Wharf make Alms Gate an irresistible choice for professionals seeking a serene living environment without compromising on convenience."

Joe Bickerton, associate director at Hamptons, adds: "For first-time buyers seeking affordable properties that offer an enhanced quality of living, the newly launched one-bedroom urban cottages at Alms Gate present an exceptional opportunity. These cottages surpass the typical one-bedroom flats in the area by providing a superior living experience in terms of space, character, and outdoor amenities. With their unique design, preserved historic features and access to outdoor space, these cottages offer a distinct sense of charm and individuality that has proven popular with young professionals and other first-time buyers. Alms Gate is the perfect choice for those who value affordability without compromising on comfort and style, offering a truly elevated living experience."

The interiors of the urban cottages have been designed by F3 Architects who worked to create beautiful homes fit for contemporary living that also retain the historic charm of the original almshouses, with features such as the carefully preserved Victorian fireplaces, original timber panelled walls, and cast-iron windows. Set over two floors, each newly available cottage features an open-plan living area, and fully equipped kitchen on ground floor, with a modern bathroom, and one bedroom on the first floor. Because of its historic design, Alms Gate provides an exceptionally generous abundance of outside space with the expansive green central gardens and woodland areas providing residents with a serene and ecologically rich outdoor space to socialise, relax and engage in active outdoor pursuits. Each cottage also has its own individual private courtyard. 

Located on Brandram Road, Alms Gate sits conveniently between Lewisham High Street and Blackheath Village. Also nearby are Manor House Gardens and The Heath. 

Adam Shafron, director at Vfund says: “We are thrilled with the overwhelming success of Alms Gate and the significant interest it has generated among buyers, mainly professionals and first-time buyers. The restoration of this remarkable development has created a new hotspot for young professionals working in the city, benefiting from the ease of commute and we are delighted to see people already moved in and enjoying the superb development.”

Prices for the newly launched one-bedroom urban cottages at Alms Gate start from £420,000.

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