Spanning the entire second floor of a Victorian mansion house in Central Hove, this beautifully renovated three-bedroom apartment is an exceptional example for how period homes can be brought shining into the 21st Century.

Generous proportions and a wealth of period features can be found throughout, alongside a contemporary colour palette and fine quality fixtures and fittings. There is unallocated off-street parking and a regularly serviced lift, plus the flat comes with a Share of the Freehold which will certainly appeal to many.

All three bedrooms are double sharing two beautiful bathrooms; one of which is en suite to the master. The kitchen has space for dining while the living room is large and west facing to fill it with natural light.

Hove Station is a few minutes away on foot, as is Hove’s beaches and lawns, plus Church Road restaurants, bars and boutique shops are just a stroll down the road. With so many outstanding features and a prestigious location, this mansion flat is ideal for those looking to live in luxury with the quintessential Hove lifestyle on their doorstep.

Style: Mansion flat in a Grade II listed Victorian villa
Type: 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), 1 reception room, 1 kitchen dining room
Location: The Drive Conservation Area
Floor Area: Please see floor plan
Parking: Unallocated parking on the forecourt or permit zone N
Tenure: Share of the Freehold
Length of Lease: 106 years remaining
Maintenance Fees: £4000 P/A
Council Tax Band: D

Why you’ll like it:

Introduction:

Lined with mature trees and substantial period properties, The Drive has an air of grandeur as it leads down from Hove’s green parks to its promenade and beach. Midway, it passes through its social and culture centre, so this apartment could not be in a better position to enjoy everything this cosmopolitan city has to offer.
There is a beautiful variety of architectural styles on The Drive. This apartment sits within a striking detached mansion house built during the late Victorian era by famed British property developer William Willett, well-known for his decorative style in pale gault brick. It would have been one grand dwelling at its inception but has since been converted into seven luxury apartments such as this one.

Entrance Hall & Communal Ways:

Imposing yet beautiful on approach, these buildings are immediately impressive in their scale. The house is set back from the road behind a parking forecourt with sweeping stairs leading up to the door. Stepping inside, you are greeted into a communal hallway where the ceilings soar, and the original pattered tiles line the floor. The staircase rises up to the second floor, or there is a lift for ease, to where your door is clearly numbered. From the moment you enter, it is clear this is a stylish, spacious and naturally light home. Fawn carpet and fresh white walls offer a smart and neutral entrance space which is adorned with period features to include leaded internal windows, picture rails, cornicing and deep skirting boards which continue throughout the apartment.

Living room:

As a double fronted property, there are two main rooms formed within each bay to the front of the house. The southern wing houses the incredible living room which has a wide bay window almost covering the westerly wall. Three tall sashes allow a warm light to filter in during the afternoon while framing views of the treetops and skyscapes over the local historic landscape. In a room of this size there is ample space for relaxed seating, formal dining and a work space if required, and it is ideal for entertaining in style.

Kitchen:

With space to dine and for even the keenest cook to whip up a delicious meal, the generous kitchen is streamlined with dark gloss cabinetry sitting below deep Corian, waterfall worktops in white. Within these, the fridge freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, dual ovens and induction hob are seamlessly integrated, so you can move straight in with relative ease. Sandstone porcelain floor tiles and a mirrored splashback complete the contemporary scheme.

Bedrooms 1, 2 & Bathroom:

Peacefully positioned to the rear of the building, bedroom two is a restful space with dreamy treetop and sky views to the east, so the morning light streams in to gently wake you. Even with a king size bed and freestanding furnishings, the floor space is not compromised, and the bathroom is easily accessible. A darker, monochrome scheme has been used in here with Farrow & Ball’s railings on the ceiling and down to the picture rails. Dark floor tiles are paired with white brick wall tiles around the roomy rainfall shower and modern white sanitaryware.

Bedroom three sits between the master bedroom and the living room, so it is also west facing. While it is a slightly smaller double room, it enjoys a high ceiling and an airy décor which adds to the feeling of space.

Master Bedroom Suite:

Sharing the same incredible proportions as the living room, the master bedroom suite is the epitome of luxury with space for relaxed seating, large freestanding wardrobes and a dressing table. Being elevated above the street on the second floor, it is peaceful, and the skyscapes are a joy to wake up to. The en suite is equally chic with a deep corner bath and a separate rainfall shower to revive you before work each day.

Agent’s thoughts:
Beautifully presented with both period charm and modern luxuries, this is a stand-out apartment offering a huge amount of space, in a fantastic location in the city.

Owner’s secret
“This has been our second home for the last seven-years, so we have spent many happy weekends and summers here with the beach and Hove’s wonderful restaurants on our doorstep. Parking has never been an issue as there is always space, and the neighbours are lovely. The convenience of the location and the incredible proportions of the flat were what sold it to us. We will be sad to see it go.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 15 min walk
Train Station: Hove Station 10 min walk
Seafront or Park: Hove Lawns and Seafront 2 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College

This bright and spacious apartment is situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this home also offers easy access to Hove Station and the A27/A23 which have direct and fast links to the airports and London.