2 bed flat for sale

Defoe House, Barbican, London. EC2Y

This superbly located Defoe House apartment is flooded with natural south facing light this perfectly positioned two bedroom apartment known as a type 21 on the third floor has gorgeous views overlooking the beautifully tended 2 acres of residents gardens below. Extended Lease of 173 years. It must be pointed out that this apartment is right in the centre of the block, so having amazing views at the front and not overlooked by Shakespeare Tower at the rear. The reception room has a double sliding door/window the full width of the flat leading to a south facing balcony/fire escape. Two double bedrooms are quietly located at the rear of the flat overlooking the podium level. Mostly original Brooke Marine Kitchen. New (2 years Old) Walk in Shower/wet room with sink & WC. Separate W/C. Underfloor heating throughout included in the service charge. Lift. Parking available by separate negotiation. Built in 1971, the Barbican Estate is the finest achievement of the architects Chamberlin, Powell & Bon. The architects drew inspiration from Le Corbusier, famous for being one of the pioneers of what now is called Modern architecture. Their vision has created a unique urban village community devoid of traffic with immediate amenities including the Barbican Arts Centre, a church, school, library and shops. The estate was Grade ii-listed in 2001 in recognition of its extraordinary contribution to London’s urban landscape.

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