Fitzclapham

From art to zen, this large Clapham home has something for everyone. It’s big enough for families, with a back garden, single bedroom and farmhouse dining table – not to mention that beckoning swing. Yet the cool design chairs and funky four-poster bed feel distinctly adult, as does a well-equipped kitchen ready to thrill foodies. There’s office space for anyone needing to work, and a bathtub for post-sightseeing soaks. Clapham Common is nearby, as is its Underground station and surrounding high street.

Home truths:
* This is a tall townhouse and so there is a fair amount of up and down to be done stair-wise
* There is a bit of inconsistency with the bedroom sizes - the master bedroom is huge but the others are much smaller
* Clapham is not exactly central London but there's plenty going on - it has more of a friendly residential neighbourhood vibe