Ayesha de Kretser/Shanghai Daily news

The spacious living area features old wood-framed windows.— Ayesha de Kretser

This week we look at a newly renovated apartment in what used to be an old school. Located on Zhenning Road in the former British Concession, this property features original tiled floors in some rooms.
The open living area which leads on to the kitchen is light and spacious. The old wood-framed windows fully open onto a private garden area where a deck is soon to be completed. The high ceilings add to the charm of the room and there are radiators throughout to ensure it remains heated in the cold winter months.
The master bedroom with a full ensuite bathroom is likewise well lit, also looking out over the private garden area. The bathroom has a separate shower recess and bath tub, and while it is not decorated in a particularly modern or interesting way, is very big.
Two more bedrooms are located to the other side of the living area, each with built-in wardrobes and ample light. Another bathroom separates the two. Behind the kitchen is the dining area which adjoins a room which could either be a fourth bedroom or recreation room. It has floor-to-ceiling cupboard space along one wall and another walk-in storage room adjacent to this room.
The best feature of this property is the 70-square-meter garden space. The property is set back from the busy street in a public garden and there is also a rooftop terrace area for barbecuing or entertaining that is shared by the residents in the building.

Address: 405 Zhenning Rd (near Yuyuan Rd)
Cost: US$5,200 per month
Four bedrooms plus study
Three full bathrooms
70-square-meter private garden
Contact Ark International for more details on 6445-2651 or visit their Website at www.Ark-Shanghai.com