With the grace of a Georgian original but flawless finish of a luxury 20th century home, this elegant three/four bedroom townhouse with a sunny garden, garage and hard standing is tucked away in an exclusive gated square 2 minutes stroll from the sea and 4 from the County Hospital. Three storeys provide flexible options and start with a charming room and spacious utility on the ground floor opening to the garden- ideal if you wanted to share, to work from home or are thinking of creating an integral annexe for family. The first floor has entertaining at its heart with both a sociable kitchen diner and formal living/dining room, and peaceful at the top, all of the bedrooms including the principal en suite, are beautiful doubles. A sunny east west orientation and uninterrupted views along the square makes it is more private than usual and it location is quiet and convenient in Kemptown Village, famous for its relaxed café culture and good schools including Brighton College. The theatres of our picturesque city centre, station to the airports and London, and Newhaven Port for the Brittany Ferries are all easy to reach, so this pristine property will appeal to professionals, international highfliers and investors.

EPC: C
Council Tax: F

Enjoy a champagne lifestyle in this immaculate home tucked privately away behind impressive gates in one of the most exclusive areas of our vibrant coastal city. With a blend of classic beauty and high spec features including energy efficient windows in place, it is a welcoming refuge to return to with a paved, west facing seating area beneath a waving palms on one side and hard standing and garage to the other. The lit entrance is secured by an alarm system, the tiled lobby and crisp lines of the inner hallway set the sophisticated tone of the interior design with oak flooring, high ceiling and stately staircase.

Ahead, the garden room is currently used as a snug/study, but is often used in these houses as a guest bedroom. Lined with bookshelves, the east wall of glass fills the room with sunlight and central French doors open to a scented oasis which becomes an extension of this level during summer: Paved and lit, it is ideal for entertaining with plenty of space for entertaining and a romantic gazebo draped with fruiting vines and an abundance of climbing roses provides shade on hot summer days on the Sussex coast. Child and pet secure it is open to the south, and with dense, mature planting and a quiet lane behind it feels very safe and secluded. There is also a door from the garden to the ground floor utility room, larger than some kitchens in the city, with extra storage, Ideal boiler and plumbing for two machines which raises interesting possibilities, and we understand that some of these houses have incorporated some or all of the garage into the home….

Upstairs, a spacious living room of understated elegance has magnificent uninterrupted views of the leafy square, and a room in which to enjoy the afternoon and evening sun, a deep oriel window adds character. L shaped it invites company where friends can relax without being overlooked and there is an easy flow to the kitchen which is big enough for a table for informal suppers, or where homework can be discussed over tea. Bright and cheerful as the far wall is lined with windows, the stylish kitchen is timeless with plenty of gleaming granite surfaces. Ready for use the electric hob, combi grill and oven are integrated as is the dishwasher, a hood delivers a choice of lighting levels and there is space for a tall fridge freezer (and an alcove in the garage for a chest freezer if you cater for large numbers). Discreet on this level, a guest cloakroom is tucked away.

Peaceful at the top, visitors will love the bedroom at the back which is awaiting their arrival with fitted wardrobes in place and has views over the garden to the pretty Georgian terrace behind. Next door, the contemporary bathroom is large enough for both a bath and corner shower, and touches of luxury include sleek storage beneath the handbasin with a lit mirror above and warming rails for towels. At the front of the house, the third double bedroom is comfortable with restful decoration and an open vista. Also looking over this prestigious square, the principal bedroom is not overlooked either, and a discreetly glamorous sanctuary with refined Laura Ashley wallpaper, there is all the storage you could dream of and a chic en suite shower room, so you won’t need to change a thing. From the third bedroom, there is ladder access to the fully boarded loft, with power and lights.

There is room to install a secure EV (Electric Vehicle) power point from the garage if required as per other houses in the square.

Agent says:
“Enjoy the luxury lifestyle this stylish home has to offer and bear in mind that modern homes with secure parking, a garage and both front and back gardens are a rare find in this sought after, historic neighbourhood by the sea.”

Owner’s secret:
“Quiet, private and close to the sea, the square has a friendly, inclusive community which does not intrude but we all enjoy our occasional get togethers, and it has suited our busy lifestyles as it is secure, with easy access to all that Brighton has to offer as well as almost 24hr transport links to the station, airports and Newhaven with its direct ferries to Dieppe. We have enjoyed the Village’s cafés and amenities including the organic farmer’s market and occasional arts events at St George’s Church, and a scenic walk along the seafront takes you to the picturesque Lanes or restaurants of the Marina so you don’t have to drive, although there are buses or cabs too if you’re out late.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 2 minute walk, The Old Steine 20 -25 minutes, 12 by bus.
Train Station: Brighton mainline about 10 by cab, 20 minutes by bus.
Seafront or Park: Seafront 2 minute walk, East Brighton Park 2 by car.

Closest Schools:
Primary: St Mark’s, Queen’s Park.
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer.
Private: Brighton College.

One of our cities most sought after areas, Kemptown is bordered by beaches with an unpretentious vibe and bohemian mix of cafés, shops, restaurants and amenities which includes our famous St George’s Church with its farmer’s market and occasional art events. Close to the hospital, Amex, law courts and Brighton College it is within minutes of the international shopping, restaurants, cinemas and theatres of the famous Lanes as well as the waterfront eateries, David Lloyd and casino of the Marina. The whole city is easy to reach on foot, by bus or by cab, the station with its fast links to Gatwick and London is easy to reach and if you need a car, there is swift access both into and out of the city.