| GUIDE PRICE £900,000 - £950,000 |

Abundant with original period features, this substantial four-bedroom Early-Victorian townhouse is brimming with character; offering a vast amount of space over four floors. Ideal for both families and professionals looking for space to work from home, this beautiful house offers flexible, light-filled living spaces which lend themselves well to the creative arts due to a wealth of natural light on all sides.

Having been well-maintained by the current owners who have celebrated the property’s many period features, there also remains scope to add considerable value with further modernisation as this house sits on some of the most sought-after land in the country.

You cannot beat the location for the quintessential Brighton & Hove lifestyle as this house is positioned on the border between the two, amidst their cultural and social centres, and just a few minutes from the beach and several popular parks and schools. Brighton Station is an easy stroll, so it is sure to attract the attentions of families, investors, developers and professionals alike.

Style: Early-Victorian townhouse (1840s)
Type: 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, 1 kitchen, 1 LGF workshop
Location: Clifton Hill Conservation Area
Floor Area: 159 sq. m. 1730 sq. ft.
Outside: east/south facing roof terrace
Parking: Residents Permit Zone Z
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D

Why you’ll like it:
Brighton’s popularity soared during the early years of the 19th Century, bringing with it, vast expansion, house building and tourism. This house was built during the 1840s, and like the neighbouring streets would have been a lodging house for visitors to the (then) town, being so perfectly positioned for both entertainment and the beach. From the front door you have a direct line of sight down the hill to the sparkling sea at the bottom, flanked by the curved facades of the Regency terraces lining the way, creating a hugely attractive cityscape.

Bringing a pop of colour to the street, the façade lifts even the greyest of days in azure-blue. Its wide box bay windows ensure plenty of natural light streams into each floor from the west and a traditionally tiled path paves the way to the door.
Stepping inside, it is clear the current owners have a keen eye for colour and a respect for period interiors. Every original feature has been retained and celebrated, with wide varnished floorboards below your feet and the original cornicing and corbels high above your head. The ceilings are high on every floor which adds to the feeling of space throughout.

Dual aspect, the main reception receives light from east to west and has clearly defined areas for relaxation, work and play. There are two period fireplaces, one of which is active, restored for warmth and atmosphere during the colder months. There is ample space for formal dining in here too, although a separate dining area has been created in the extension running alongside the kitchen.

Wood flooring makes way for chequerboard floor tiles which run through the kitchen and dining room for continuity. Timber framed bi-fold doors separate the spaces allowing the rooms to flow when entertaining.

The kitchen has a modern take on a country style with Shaker cabinetry, tiled splashbacks and open shelves for spices alongside hooks for pans and utensils. Natural light filters in via glass panelling to the dining room roof which has an easterly aspect ensuring it is cooler during the afternoon and evening. The ground floor WC is also accessible from here – an essential in any shared space.

The first-floor houses two bedrooms and two bathrooms with the larger room spanning the front of the house with a wide box bay to echo the living room below it. The original features continue up here to include cornicing, timber window shutters and a traditional fireplace which has bespoke bookshelves built-in to the alcoves either side. Bedroom two is smaller; ideal as a home office or for a child.

The main bathroom enjoys plenty of space for bathing little ones and has a jacuzzi bath for complete relaxation after a long day. The wet room next door is ideal for when time is of the essence – although both rooms have showers.
Up on the second floor there are two further generous double bedrooms, both with fine features, high ceilings and tranquil views over the historic landscape; both east and west.

The roof terrace is accessible from the upper half-landing, so it is elevated to receive the sunshine all day. From here, the rooftop views are charming below open skies, so you can sit out and stargaze on summer evenings. There is space for dining alfresco and growing plants which thrive in the all-day sunshine from the south, and it is perfectly low-maintenance, ready for the modern lifestyle.

The lower ground floor has been used as a workshop in recent years, with a sink for running water and plenty of storage. It would be ideal as any form of work space as it has natural light from a skylight, or potentially as a gym, games room, guest bedroom or teenage den if need be.

Agent’s thoughts:
This house is full of character and feels immediately warm and welcoming. The highly-favoured school catchment and commuter links will attract families who will also find the close proximity of St Ann’s Well Gardens and the beach ideal.

Owners’ thoughts:
“This has been a fantastic home for us as it offers the perfect work/life balance and the location is incredible. It is particularly peaceful for such a central location, and you cannot beat the location for amenities, eateries, and of course the beach. We have particularly enjoyed summer evenings on the roof terrace, sea-swims and days on Hove Lawns or the beach– which is equally lovely during the winter for blustery walks. We no longer need the space, but we will miss our time here.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 7 min walk
Train Station: Brighton Station 12-15 min walk
Seafront or Park: St Ann’s Well Gardens 7 min walk, Seafront 4 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, Newman College, MET, Varndean College
Private: Brighton College, Brighton & Hove School for Girls, Lancing Prep.

This beautiful house is perfectly 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 house also offers easy access to Brighton Station which has direct and fast links to the universities, airports and London.