The sound of summer - a ball hitting willow- drifts over the private south facing balcony into this beautiful two bedroom apartment where the grand reception and stunning open plan kitchen open to a unique view over Hove Cricket Ground across a large communal garden where the residents set up a summer stand to fully enjoy the matches – and occasional concerts.

Spanning the whole ground floor of an impressive semi-detached Victorian Villa, inside, decorative ceilings soar to a glorious 3.43 metres, statuesque doors are adorned by stained glass and both the elegant living room, with plenty of space in which to work, rest or play, and the principal bedroom have magnificent marble fireplaces.

An ideal buy for professionals who commute or work in Brighton & Hove, the station is a 10 minute walk whilst local bus routes reach every part of the city and this private home with stylish decoration is a natural place for friends to meet to walk to the international shopping, cafes and restaurants of Church Road, festival events at St Anne’s Wells Gardens or the beach.

Style: Ground floor apartment in semi-detached Victorian Villa
Type: 2 bedrooms, bathroom, living room, open plan kitchen
Area: Hove
Floor Area: 969 sq.ft.
Outside Space: South balcony, south communal gardens
Parking: Permit Zone 0

Why you’ll like it:

With an exclusive address this majestic building is not directly overlooked, so you can relax in complete seclusion and outside impresses with a grand entrance, now secured by answer phone set well back from the road.

Inside, the communal hallway has elegant period features including a broad staircase where the landing hides the boiler serving this home, and this ground floor apartment with irreplaceable Victorian detail has been sensitively updated with timber framed double glazing in the main rooms and an unspoilt layout which can still be seen on the original 1896 plans which hang on the wall of this unique beauty.

Opposite the front door, the inviting second bedroom has French doors leading to a sun baked balcony ideal for al fresco entertaining.

Next door, sunshine streams through an exquisite reception where a broad bay almost fills the south wall and which is so tall that hinged wooden panels beneath the left hand pane when both open, together create a doorway to the balcony ideal for friends to spill out to. A handsome marble fireplace has original stain glass windows to each side and there is ample floorspace to play with to create areas in which to enjoy life opening up again with friends and family. An open plan and contemporary in style is the open plan kitchen with plenty of storage, practical working surfaces and integrated appliances which include an electric hob, electric oven, integrated fridge and freezer.

For larger gatherings, you will have access to a big, communal, sun filled paradise, child and pet friendly behind brick walls where it is easy to forget you are at the heart of an international coastal resort and where residents erect a low level stand facing the pitch during matches.

Along a broad hallway, an under stair cupboard provides deep storage and opposite, a luxury bathroom with oak flooring and new double glazed windows is the perfect place to leave the stresses of the day behind in a whirlpool bath with a shower attachment.

Next door, the principal bedroom is the crowning glory of this restful retreat where gracious proportions, dainty stain glass window and stately fireplace combine to instantly soothe, and fitted wardrobes around the double bed provide sophisticated clothes storage.

Agent says:
“This beautiful apartment has a unique combination of historic architectural interest, the easy flow of a contemporary lifestyle and quite possibly the best view in Sussex.”

Owner’s secret:
“This beautifully proportioned apartment and its precious Victorian details is a delight and we have enjoyed entertaining here, especially when Sussex are playing – and friends enjoyed supper on the balcony whilst Elton John entertained us from the Ground - live! The location is ideal, within a 10 minute walk of the station, St Anne’s Wells Gardens which holds events during our inclusive festivals and the vibrant shops, bars and restaurants of Church Road – but you’ll return to privacy and considerate neighbours.”

What’s around you:
Shops: Local 2 minutes on foot, Church Road 10, 7 Dials 13
Train Station: 10 on foot, 3 by cab
Seafront or Park: Park 10 minutes’ walk, beach 15
Closest schools:
Primary: Brunswick, Cottesmore St Mary’s RC
Secondary: Cardinal Newman, Hove Park, BHASVIC
Private: Brighton & Hove High, Brighton College

With unique views over the First Central County Ground Hove and just a 10 minute stroll to the station serving London, this location has friendly local shops and bistro pubs and is within minutes of the legendary shopping, arts venues and al fresco restaurants of Church Road. A short walk from our world famous seafront and St Anne’s Wells Gardens (which provides cool green spaces, tennis courts and hosts events during our fabulous festivals), local bus routes cover the whole of the city including the picturesque cultural heart of the Lanes and international vibe of 7 Dials, and if you need a car, parking permit zone Q has no waiting list for permits.

With unique views over the First Central County Ground Hove and just a 10 minute stroll to the station serving London, this location has friendly local shops and bistro pubs and is within minutes of the legendary shopping, arts venues and al fresco restaurants of Church Road. A short walk from our world famous seafront and St Anne’s Wells Gardens (which provides cool green spaces, tennis courts and hosts events during our fabulous festivals), local bus routes cover the whole of the city including the picturesque