Mersham Road, Thornton Heath, CR7

Vendor comments‘‘‘ My family has been so lucky to call this beautiful Victorian maisonette my home for the past 26 years, and its a place that holds so many wonderful memories for me and my family. Its a home Ive taken great pride in, and one of the things Ive always loved most is having my own private front door. It gives the property a lovely sense of independence, privacy and that feeling of having a home entirely your own.

As you step inside, youll immediately appreciate the generous space and natural light throughout. The two bedrooms Ive always used are exceptionally spacious, with plenty of room and lovely natural light. The living room is equally impressive. In fact, its so large that I was able to create a third double bedroom for my second son while still keeping a lovely living and dining area with plenty of room for my table and chairs.

Another thing Ive always appreciated is the layout. The kitchen and bathroom are completely separate, which makes such a difference. Theres no bathroom off the kitchen here, and Ive never had to walk through the kitchen to get to the bathroom! The kitchen itself is a really good size, with built-in appliances and everything Ive needed to make it a practical and enjoyable space.

Ive always enjoyed making this property feel like home and have decorated throughout in lovely neutral colours. More recently, Ive had shutters fitted and new double glazing installed in the front bedroom. Its a lovely warm and cosy home during the winter months, and the boiler is approximately 78 years old.

For me, though, its not just the maisonette that has made living here so special; its the surroundings and the people too. The road is wonderfully quiet and feels safe, and in all my 26 years here Ive never experienced any trouble, disagreements with neighbours or unpleasantness of any kind. The neighbours are genuinely lovely friendly, helpful and always happy to stop for a chat, whether we bump into each other in the garden or outside at the front. That sense of community is something Ive always valued.

The location is another real bonus. Im only a short distance from Crystal Palace, with its lovely independent shops, caf©s, restaurants and amenities, while Grangewood Park is close by when I fancy a walk, some fresh air or a little time surrounded by greenery.

There are also some wonderful practical benefits to owning this home, including no service charges and no ground rent to pay, which is a real advantage.

After 26 happy years, saying goodbye is genuinely bittersweet. Im only moving because I need to upsize, and if my circumstances were different, I wouldnt hesitate to stay. This maisonette has been a wonderful home for me and my family, and I sincerely hope whoever moves in next will enjoy it, cherish it and make just as many happy memories here as we have.