The Garden House was built in 1964-65 for a Mr. G. A. Britton, about whom little is known, and designed by Howard N. Mitchell, an architect based in North London. Although not as adventurous in its design as some of the more well-known houses of the period, The Garden House is a fine example of mid-century Modern architecture. Making the most of its verdant setting, the house allows generous views and lets in much light.

The site of the house is the former apple orchard of Waterside, the neighboring property. The trees and hedges that have grown up over the last forty years make it a private plot.

Today the house still retains many of its original features. Chief among these is a beautiful fireplace and surround made from brick and maple panels. A 1950s teak shelving unit and new oak-plank flooring add to the sense of warmth that characterizes the living room. Generous glazing throughout makes this a light house that is spacious in feel. The unusual aluminium double-glazed windows that are used in all rooms slide open horizontally. Also of interest are the original door handles. The house is largely constructed from silver-grey reformite blocks.

The current owners have carefully respected the original design of the house, but have also done much impressive work to bring it to its current condition. All the electrics have been recently renewed, ceiling spotlights have been added, solid oak-plank flooring has been installed and the bathrooms have been enlarged.