*6 Month Rental* Welcome to 8A Wakefield Road, a two-bedroom apartment in an elevated position within the popular Brighton suburb of Round Hill. Built over two floors, the ground floor is dedicated to a large living and kitchen space, with the first floor providing two double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property is ideal for single occupants who are looking for more space, smaller families or couples.

Ground floor:

The french doors open straight into the open-plan living and kitchen area. There’s space for seating in here, along with a fitted kitchen with plenty of units for storage. The kitchen features a sink with mixer tap, integrated oven, ceramic four-ring hob, plus plumbed space for a dishwasher and washing machine. The large french doors facing out to the back of the property keeps the room well-lit year-round, and a wide radiator keeps it heated through the winter.

Second floor:

Up the staircase leading from the living area, you’ll find yourself on a long landing space which leads to the property’s two bedrooms and bathrooms. The master bedroom features a large pivot horizontal window, facing out to unspoiled views of Brighton city centre. The second bedroom also benefits from views over the city, and would be ideally suited for use as another comfortable double bedroom. If a second bedroom isn’t required, it would make a great space for a home office, or even a large dressing room.

In the family bathroom, there is an alcove bathtub with overhead electric shower, a WC, wash basin and storage space for towels and toiletries.

Outdoor space:

The property has the added benefit of a long sloped lawn area to the rear, with raised beds for growing vegetables and a small patio area for enjoying breakfast - or drinks - in the sun. Given its elevation, views across the city centre can be appreciated from the garden, lending the space well as a spot for entertaining in warmer months.

Things to do and amenities:

Living in Round Hill means you’re completely spoilt for choice when it comes to places to socialise, eat out, keep the kids entertained or walk your dog. The property is just minutes away from Preston Park, the largest urban park in the city. It’s the perfect spot for a stroll around the rose gardens in summer, wearing the children out on the adventure playground, or enjoying a coffee at the cafe after a long dog walk. If you’re a sports fan, the park is also home to the UK’s oldest velodrome, dating back to the late 1800s. You can cycle here, or book the middle lawn for a game of cricket. History buffs will also love the nearby Booth Museum of Natural History, filled with interactive displays and regular events.

For your weekly food shop, there are multiple supermarkets including Aldi, Sainsbury’s and Co-op, all within a ten-minute walk from your front door. The apartment is also surrounded by bars, cafes and restaurants at every turn, plus the locally-renowned Brighton Open Market. You’re only a ten-minute walk away into the city centre, so the possibilities for places to shop, eat, and enjoy arts and entertainment are endless.

The Royal Sussex County Hospital is approximately 8 minutes away from the property by car, and you could be lounging on the beachfront in sunny weather within 15 minutes.

Transport:

London Road Railway Station is a 10-minute walk from the property, with trains every 30 minutes running to Seaford, Sussex on the Southern line. If you're commuting or visiting family and friends further afield, Brighton Railway Station runs half-hourly trains to London Victoria and London St Pancras, which is just over an hour away. Gatwick Airport can be reached via train in under an hour, and there are regular direct lines to Cambridge, Portsmouth and Bedford, too.

There are lots of bus routes running through the city, and the property sits just two minutes away from stops on Ditchling Road and Lewes Road. You can be on the A3 within five minutes of stepping out of the door and into your car. For those all-important breaks away, the closest major airport to the property is Gatwick Airport, which can be reached in just under an hour by direct train or around 30 minutes by car.

Schools:

For younger children, the property falls into the catchment area for a good selection of primary schools. Both Downs Infant School and Downs Junior School are under a 10-minute walk away from Wakefield Road and are both rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Other primary choices include Fairlight Primary School, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, St Bartholomew's C of E Primary School and St Martin's C of E Primary School, all of which are rated Good by Ofsted and are accessible within 15 minutes on foot.

The closest state secondary school to the property is Cardinal Newman Catholic School, rated Good by Ofsted and less than 10 minutes away by car. There are also various independent schools nearby, including Brighton College, Brighton Girls and Kings Brighton.