Shepherdess Place, London, N1

A sensational double height, two bedroom, two bathroom, triple aspect, south-east facing loft apartment, set within this former chocolate factory nestled just behind Old Street.

With lift access, this spacious loft apartment set on the fourth floor measures approximately 1,456 square feet, retaining many of the original features including exposed brickwork, concrete floors and Crittall windows. In 2017 the property underwent extensive architect-led refurbishment by the current owners to create this remarkable and unique space, with a wow factor.

Upon entering the apartment’s hallway, on the right there is a huge door into an amazing living space with an approximate 4.4 metre ceiling height, flooded by natural light from triple height double aspect windows. The living space seamlessly connects to the dining space, with windows on one side and an imposing custom-made bookcase/display unit featuring a sliding ladder on the other, where the current owners have an oversized dining table, perfect for entertaining and dinner parties. The dining area leads to an extended, well-equipped kitchen with porcelain work surfaces, units with reclaimed beech wood doors, built-in water softener and a further window to the rear.

From the main living space, a stunning bespoke staircase with sensor lighting leads to an enclosed mezzanine level, with shutters overlooking the living space below. This space features an expansive bedroom with hardwood floors, dressing area, free-standing bath with marble tiling above and separate marble-effect shower room with demister mirror.

To the left of the main entrance is a second bedroom with floor-to-ceiling scaffolding shelving and a separate stylish monochrome bathroom/guest cloakroom. The apartment also benefits from generous storage throughout, including an enclosed laundry area off the main hall.

The apartment is ideally located between Islington, Clerkenwell, Shoreditch and the City. A magnet for artists and the creative and digital industries, the area is now home to the rapidly developing Tech City, attracting major investment and some of the best companies in the world.