The Folio

The Folio in Sidcup

The Folio is a small-scale residential development located in Sidcup, South East London, consisting of 32 modern-style one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments. Located on the side of Sidcup High Street, the building has a compact four-storey design, but provides residents with modern interior finishes and their own private outdoor spaces. These homes have been built to suit various stages in life, including first-time buyers, those looking to downsize and families requiring more space. All homes feature large floor plans, underfloor heating and well-chosen finishes to provide residents with a functional residential setting that is close to shopping, dining and other amenities.

A prospective homebuyer has the option of selecting an appropriate floor plan from a variety of choices such as one-bedroom residences that may either feature a closed kitchen or an open-plan kitchen; two-bedroom units that may contain either a single bathroom or multiple bathrooms; and larger three-bedroom units. All ground floor residential units include some form of outdoor area, such as a terrace, and certain top floor residential units will provide buyers with the benefit of an outdoor area such as a balcony, or another type of outdoor space. In addition to providing buyers with an outdoor space, the development offers access to a lift to all floors, secure bicycle storage, secure parking and electric vehicle charging points. Buyers can purchase the residential units as a long-term lease of 999 years.

Interiors, Specification and Apartment Layouts

The projects have been developed based on their everyday uses, as opposed to being complex in appearance. Kitchens contain Silestone diamond-grey worktops, pebble-grey gloss cabinetry, and Bosch integrated appliances (oven, hob, extractor, washer/dryer, dishwasher, and fridge/freezer). Bathrooms contain white sanitary ware, chrome fittings, thermostatically controlled showers, full-width mirrors, and heated towel rails. Amtico flooring is used throughout hallways, living rooms, kitchens, and dining areas. Porcelanosa tiles are used in bathrooms and quality carpeting is used in bedrooms.

The property will be heated with a wet underfloor heating system powered by an energy-efficient heat pump. Additionally, there are other features such as high-speed fibre broadband, TV points in each living room and main bedroom, Sky Q capability, video/audio entry systems, and a ten-year Buildzone warranty. Photos of the finished interiors show bright, open-plan living areas, neutral colored kitchens and large windows; and a map locates The Folio between Sidcup High Street, Sidcup Station, Waring Park and Foots Cray Meadows.

Sidcup Transport, Parks and Schools

The nearest train station is Sidcup Railway Station, which is approximately a 14-minute walk. Trains from Sidcup Railway Station go directly to Lee (approximately nine minutes), Hither Green (approximately eleven minutes), Lewisham (approximately sixteen minutes), and London Bridge (approximately twenty-three minutes). Trains to Waterloo East take approximately twenty-nine minutes, while trains to Charing Cross take approximately thirty-three minutes. Access to the Superloop SL3 Bus is available via Carlton Road, approximately a six-minute walk. The SL3 bus provides service to Chislehurst, Bromley, Bexleyheath Station, and Abbey Wood, providing access to the Elizabeth Line. Individual home pricing has been omitted from this description due to changes in availability and/or business conditions.

Local green areas such as Foots Cray Meadows, Waring Park, and Old Farm Park offer many opportunities for outdoor activities; as do the leisure facilities provided by Sidcup Leisure Centre, Better Gym, David Lloyd, and Sidcup Golf Club. There are several primary, secondary, and private schools located close to The Folio, including Dulverton Primary School, Burnt Oak Junior School, Chislehurst and Sidcup Grammar School, and Merton Court Prep School. Rose Bruford College and Bird College offer specialized higher education near The Folio. The location of The Folio, with its proximity to public transportation, green space, schools, and its small number of residences (32), creates an ideal residential environment for those who wish to live in Sidcup.