* Guide Price £650,000 - £700,000 *

Deceptively spacious with four double bedrooms spread over four substantial floors, this Victorian semi-detached home is ideal for any growing family. It bears many original features which have been restored and renovated to bring it shining into the 21st Century. It sits in the hugely popular location of Hanover where colourful terraces sit side by side with artisan shops and gastropubs, all within easy walking distance of the city centre and Brighton Station. For families, the local schools are exemplary and there is a real sense of community within these streets. Queens Park and the beach are both just a few minutes away and there are excellent transport links from Queens Park Road taking you throughout the city. Perched on the hill, this property enjoys the most exquisite views from its upper floors; taking in the city, the sea and the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park which are a joy to wake up to each day. With so many winning qualities, this house will appeal to investors, families and professionals alike, so it is sure to be snapped up.

Council Tax Band - C
EPC - C

* Guide Price £650,000 - £700,000 *

Hanover continues to be one of the most popular locations for families and professionals to live when moving to the city. It ticks so many boxes with its diverse and welcoming community; colourful terraced houses; foodie pubs; incredible hilltop views and its close proximity to excellent schools, Brighton Station and the city centre. Finsbury Road is quietly tucked away at the top of the hill with this house sitting as one of a semi-detached pair at the southerly end. It is quintessentially Victorian with the architectural features of the era to include canted bay sash windows which have been replaced with energy efficient, timber-framed double-glazing picked out in sage.

Stepping inside, the ceilings are high, and the character of the house is evident. Wooden floors run through to the living room to the left and many original features remain, including plasterwork cornicing, dado rails and skirting boards.

Once two rooms, the ground floor receptions have been opened to create one large and versatile space. To the front, the living room area has ample space for comfortable furnishings around a contemporary wood burning stove which adds warmth and atmosphere to wintery evenings. The rear of the room is equally spacious and has been dressed as a work space with a solid oak built-in desk with storage – but it would work equally well as a play room for little ones.
Also on the ground floor, the main bathroom is a great size with a roomy corner shower, hooks for towels and a built-in unit to house the tumble dryer.

Downstairs, the lower ground floor is also open plan with a stylish and spacious kitchen and dining room. Engineered oak flooring runs through the space to a wall of sliding patio doors opening to the courtyard garden which becomes a welcome extension of the home during the summer. It is low maintenance with just a cherry tree providing pink blossom during spring which provides a lovely backdrop to the room. There is space for dining alfresco and tall white rendered walls ensure its privacy.

Inside, the kitchen is on-trend with charcoal handle-free cabinetry paired with solid oak worktops running along two walls. These offer a vast amount of storage and have dual ovens and a dishwasher integrated within them. Space has been left for a tall fridge freezer which will stay, but taking centre stage is a fantastic vintage table which has been repurposed as a kitchen island with the induction hob inlaid. The washing machine and ground floor WC are concealed below the stairs and there is plenty of space for comfortable seating and formal dining by the window. It is the ideal room for both family time and entertaining and is the heart of this home.
Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms on the first floor sitting either side of the butterfly landing. All three have soft grey carpet underfoot and space for double beds, plus double glazing ensures a restful night’s sleep. From bedrooms three and four, you gain the first of the stunning views which only improve the further up the house you go.

The principal bedroom suite spans the entire top floor which has a full width dormer to ensure the ceiling is high and a window runs the width of the rear wall to frame the panoramic vista. The elevated position on the hill and within the house allows your line of sight to run from the sea in the south, across the city’s landmarks; taking in the viaduct, church spiers, crescents and windmills, until you reach the patchwork hills of the South Downs. This stunning cityscape sits below big, open skies which are ever changing with the seasons and allow you to have your own personal view of firework displays on Bonfire Night.
Wonderfully spacious, the principal bedroom allows for a king size bed and freestanding furnishings while built-in wardrobes and eaves storage ensure the floor space is maximised. The en suite is also spacious with a corner bath and a separate shower. It is a real haven up here, so you can tuck yourself away from the hubbub of family life for a while.

Agent’s thoughts:
This house is far more spacious than expected from the exterior. Every room has generous proportions and lovely original features, plus the views are truly exceptional. The favoured location and excellent school catchment will ensure its popularity.

Owners’ secret:
“We bought the house as a rental investment while we were living abroad. It has been hugely successful as it has never sat empty due to its location and size, and it has been really well-maintained by our tenants. Since moving back to the UK, we are looking to move to a different location for work, but it is a fantastic house for families or anyone who likes to entertain as there is so much space. Hanover is also a wonderful place to live with so much to enjoy on your doorstep.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 2 mins, Churchill Square 10 mins on the bus
Train Station: Brighton Station is a 15-20 min walk
Seafront or Park: Queen’s Park 3 min walk, the Seafront 15 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: St Luke’s Primary, Elm Grove Primary
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College, Windlesham Prep

This stylish home is situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and green spaces on your doorstep. The city centre shopping districts, universities and the beach are within easy reach, and this house also offers easy access to the A23 and A27 as well Brighton Station with its regular, fast links to the airports and London.