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Tenure: Freehold
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Council tax: Band C
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Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
With the beach at one end of the street and the leafy Norfolk Square and vibrant al fresco lifestyle of Western Road at the other, this is a unique opportunity to buy your own slice of Brighton’s history with this graceful Regency building, once a shop built in 1821 to service the construction of Brunswick Town.
Tucked away from the madding crowd it is now an inviting three- four bedroom house which enjoys the glory of its seaside location from an iconic west facing balcony, whilst a secret patio off a sunny kitchen/dining room provides a secluded sanctuary in which to relax or to enjoy with company.
With five spacious floors over 134.7m2 (1450 square feet) in which to spread your wings, inside blends subtle sophistication with precious period character in the beautiful drawing room which opens to the balcony, and a study with inspiring views (which could also be a bedroom) is lined with handmade shelving.
On the lower level a private guest suite has a sheltered courtyard of its own, a stylish wet room and plumbing in place for a kitchenette if you want inter-generational living or a quiet place in which to work from home. All of the upper bedrooms are comfortable doubles, and the whole of the second floor forms a romantic principal suite dreams are made of.
On the open market for the first time in 30 years, properties in this chic, central location do not appear often. Ideal for professionals or families it is within a good school catchment area with everything you need on the doorstep, including a choice of popular primary schools, St Anne’s Wells Gardens and arts venues.
Hove Lawns by the beach have a community of dog walkers, runners and host events like keep fit classes and a foodie festival, bus routes cover the whole of the city so you have some independence from a car, and Brighton Station serving London is an interesting 20ish minute walk past shops and restaurants – or 6 minutes by cab.
Style: Late Regency terraced house 1821
Type: 3/4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms + wc, 2 reception rooms, 1 kitchen dining room
Location: Regency Square CA
Area: 1450 sq ft
Outside: West balcony, east patio, east covered courtyard
Parking: Permit parking Zone Z
Council Tax Band: C
Why you’ll like it:
Introduction:
This bay fronted beauty is in one of the most sought after areas of the city a two minute walk to the sea over Hove Lawns as well as to the fabulous shops, cafes, restaurants and bars of Western Road through a leafy square tended to by volunteers – some of whom will be neighbours. Radiating charm from the delicately wrought first floor balcony to the twin doors on each side of the original shop front which evoke the history of the building, inside all of the improvements over the years have been unfailingly sympathetic, retaining the integrity of the proportions and sweeping staircases - and all of the shelving within the property has been made by its craftsman owner.
The Kitchen Diner and Patio:
One of the twin doors from the street opens to an inner hallway, so guests can make their way down to their suite without disturbing the main house, and the other opens into an inviting kitchen dining room with a cheerful east/west orientation and rubber flooring to give guests, children and pets free reign. Updated just four years ago it is still full of character with French doors at the far end to bring the outside in whilst at the front, a window seat beneath the large, quadruple glazed bay allows for privacy and a glimpse of the sea. Appliances include an electric Rayburn Royal Range and integrated Bosch touch induction hob with an oven beneath it, solid wood working surfaces gleam beneath two levels of lighting and opposite, the Hopton Wood Stone surfaces (used by Henry Moore in his sculpting) has been carved by the owner with a quote from Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night.
Outside, the patio is unusually spacious for this historic location so close to the shopping and the sea with 4.2m x 2.73m (13’9 x 8’11) for company to share, and facing east it is a sunny spot to enjoy in rare and complete seclusion.
The Guest Suite, LGF:
Surprisingly light and airy with light wells at both the front and back, the large guest suite is ideal for visitors, an au pair or inter-generational living with plumbing and space for a kitchenette, and its own access to a sheltered courtyard at the back – where the grill overhead rises for furniture etc. The bedroom reaches a generous 6.25m (20’6) from front to back, and built in storage beneath the stairs and a large under pavement cavern keeps the space uncluttered. A timeless classic, the shower room is wet room in style with a dual head shower system and warming rail for towels.
The reception, west balcony and study:
Regency romance roars into life in this beautiful reception of glorious proportion and understated elegance where sunshine streams through a triple bay which almost fills the west wall, soaring from floorboards painted in a heritage tone to the swan neck coving of a lofty ceiling. Friends and family can enjoy the oblique sea views inside or out, and designed for entertaining in all seasons, during summer the room opens to the wrought iron balcony whilst in winter, guests can relax in front of a wood burning style gas stove within a handsome marble surround.
Behind you, central doors fold back to reveal a sunlit study, lined with bookshelves. Quiet and comfortable with inspiring views across rooftops, it could also be used as a double bedroom as there is an original door to the hall and a useful cloakroom on the half landing.
The second floor principal suite:
Up past an historic ‘glory hole’, the principal bedroom is a dream come true with calm decoration and 4.2m x 4.0m (13’9 x 13’1) to enjoy and two cabinets on each side of a fireplace which is carved with a romantic quote from Ovid. The south window of the broad bay frames a glittering slice of the English Channel and the glamorous en-suite has a talon footed, roll top bath with an Imperial shower attachment where you can bathe in glory.
The Top Floor Bedroom, En-Suite:
Used as a home office which at 4.53m x 4.20m (14’10 x 13’9) is big enough to share and has a hand basin if you wanted to use it as an artist’s studio, this peaceful bedroom has an en-suite shower room. The views from this private eyrie are panoramic, sweeping from the Parisienne rooftops and glinting pod of the new i360 at the back to the bell tower of Sir Charles Barry’s Italian Renaissance 1827 Church and sculptural Modernist landmark of Embassy Court, so you can enjoy the sun and the evolving city all day - as well as the sunsets and glittering cityscape by night.
Agent says:
“Sensitively brought into the 21st century, this elegant home is a rare find with a sunny balcony from which to enjoy its seaside location whilst inside has kept its historic proportions and character, but delivers a more modern, sociable lifestyle.”
Owner’s secret:
“We fell in love with the romantic character of our house which has been a very happy, welcoming and comfortable home for many years – complete with a little added romance of our own in the quotes…Although we made careful improvements for our family and to entertain our friends, we wanted to keep the integrity of this special Regency building which gave us light, inviting rooms (and also some privacy from each other as we and the children – now grown up -can each claim a floor!). Outside, there is something special about enjoying the sea views from the balcony with a Sunday paper, and the patio is a quiet, secluded refuge. We go to the beach every day with the dog, and as a swimmer, I love that I can sit on the window seat with my morning coffee and see if I need to take a coat or just my towelling cover! We love the Brighton lifestyle and enjoy the fact that we can be car free as we are so close to Western Road, and the walk home from the station is great – we often spot a new restaurant to stop at, and if we’re tired, a stroll along the seafront on the way back soon wakes us up.”
Where it is:
Shops: Western Road 2 minute walk
Train Station: Hove 6 minutes by cab or a 20 minute walk past shops and bars
Seafront or Park: Seafront and Hove Lawns 30 seconds
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick
Secondary: Hove Park, Cardinal Newman
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, City College
Private: Brighton College, Brighton & Hove High
In one of Brighton’s finest Regency streets with almost instant access to the beach and fashionable Western Road, both Norfolk Square and Hove Lawns at each end of it have a friendly community and hold events during festivals so you won’t feel isolated if you are new to the city. Tucked up and away from the coast road it is quiet and in a good school catchment area, and this sought- after location is within minutes of fashionable shopping, restaurants, clubs, cinemas and theatres. Close to the commercial districts and cultural heart of the city, the whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach on foot, by bus or by car and Brighton Station with its fast links to Gatwick and London is a 20ish minute walk, or 6 minutes by cab.
In one of Brighton’s finest Regency streets with almost instant access to the beach and fashionable Western Road, both Norfolk Square and Hove Lawns at each end of it have a friendly community and hold events during festivals so you won’t feel isolated if you are new to the city. Tucked up and away from the coast road it is quiet and in a good school catchment area, and this sought- after location is within minutes of fashionable shopping, restaurants, clubs, cinemas and theatres. Close to the commercial districts and cultural heart of the city, the whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach on foot, by bus or by car and Brighton Station with its fast links to Gatwick and London is a 20ish minute walk, or 6 minutes by cab.
Tucked away from the madding crowd it is now an inviting three- four bedroom house which enjoys the glory of its seaside location from an iconic west facing balcony, whilst a secret patio off a sunny kitchen/dining room provides a secluded sanctuary in which to relax or to enjoy with company.
With five spacious floors over 134.7m2 (1450 square feet) in which to spread your wings, inside blends subtle sophistication with precious period character in the beautiful drawing room which opens to the balcony, and a study with inspiring views (which could also be a bedroom) is lined with handmade shelving.
On the lower level a private guest suite has a sheltered courtyard of its own, a stylish wet room and plumbing in place for a kitchenette if you want inter-generational living or a quiet place in which to work from home. All of the upper bedrooms are comfortable doubles, and the whole of the second floor forms a romantic principal suite dreams are made of.
On the open market for the first time in 30 years, properties in this chic, central location do not appear often. Ideal for professionals or families it is within a good school catchment area with everything you need on the doorstep, including a choice of popular primary schools, St Anne’s Wells Gardens and arts venues.
Hove Lawns by the beach have a community of dog walkers, runners and host events like keep fit classes and a foodie festival, bus routes cover the whole of the city so you have some independence from a car, and Brighton Station serving London is an interesting 20ish minute walk past shops and restaurants – or 6 minutes by cab.
Style: Late Regency terraced house 1821
Type: 3/4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms + wc, 2 reception rooms, 1 kitchen dining room
Location: Regency Square CA
Area: 1450 sq ft
Outside: West balcony, east patio, east covered courtyard
Parking: Permit parking Zone Z
Council Tax Band: C
Why you’ll like it:
Introduction:
This bay fronted beauty is in one of the most sought after areas of the city a two minute walk to the sea over Hove Lawns as well as to the fabulous shops, cafes, restaurants and bars of Western Road through a leafy square tended to by volunteers – some of whom will be neighbours. Radiating charm from the delicately wrought first floor balcony to the twin doors on each side of the original shop front which evoke the history of the building, inside all of the improvements over the years have been unfailingly sympathetic, retaining the integrity of the proportions and sweeping staircases - and all of the shelving within the property has been made by its craftsman owner.
The Kitchen Diner and Patio:
One of the twin doors from the street opens to an inner hallway, so guests can make their way down to their suite without disturbing the main house, and the other opens into an inviting kitchen dining room with a cheerful east/west orientation and rubber flooring to give guests, children and pets free reign. Updated just four years ago it is still full of character with French doors at the far end to bring the outside in whilst at the front, a window seat beneath the large, quadruple glazed bay allows for privacy and a glimpse of the sea. Appliances include an electric Rayburn Royal Range and integrated Bosch touch induction hob with an oven beneath it, solid wood working surfaces gleam beneath two levels of lighting and opposite, the Hopton Wood Stone surfaces (used by Henry Moore in his sculpting) has been carved by the owner with a quote from Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night.
Outside, the patio is unusually spacious for this historic location so close to the shopping and the sea with 4.2m x 2.73m (13’9 x 8’11) for company to share, and facing east it is a sunny spot to enjoy in rare and complete seclusion.
The Guest Suite, LGF:
Surprisingly light and airy with light wells at both the front and back, the large guest suite is ideal for visitors, an au pair or inter-generational living with plumbing and space for a kitchenette, and its own access to a sheltered courtyard at the back – where the grill overhead rises for furniture etc. The bedroom reaches a generous 6.25m (20’6) from front to back, and built in storage beneath the stairs and a large under pavement cavern keeps the space uncluttered. A timeless classic, the shower room is wet room in style with a dual head shower system and warming rail for towels.
The reception, west balcony and study:
Regency romance roars into life in this beautiful reception of glorious proportion and understated elegance where sunshine streams through a triple bay which almost fills the west wall, soaring from floorboards painted in a heritage tone to the swan neck coving of a lofty ceiling. Friends and family can enjoy the oblique sea views inside or out, and designed for entertaining in all seasons, during summer the room opens to the wrought iron balcony whilst in winter, guests can relax in front of a wood burning style gas stove within a handsome marble surround.
Behind you, central doors fold back to reveal a sunlit study, lined with bookshelves. Quiet and comfortable with inspiring views across rooftops, it could also be used as a double bedroom as there is an original door to the hall and a useful cloakroom on the half landing.
The second floor principal suite:
Up past an historic ‘glory hole’, the principal bedroom is a dream come true with calm decoration and 4.2m x 4.0m (13’9 x 13’1) to enjoy and two cabinets on each side of a fireplace which is carved with a romantic quote from Ovid. The south window of the broad bay frames a glittering slice of the English Channel and the glamorous en-suite has a talon footed, roll top bath with an Imperial shower attachment where you can bathe in glory.
The Top Floor Bedroom, En-Suite:
Used as a home office which at 4.53m x 4.20m (14’10 x 13’9) is big enough to share and has a hand basin if you wanted to use it as an artist’s studio, this peaceful bedroom has an en-suite shower room. The views from this private eyrie are panoramic, sweeping from the Parisienne rooftops and glinting pod of the new i360 at the back to the bell tower of Sir Charles Barry’s Italian Renaissance 1827 Church and sculptural Modernist landmark of Embassy Court, so you can enjoy the sun and the evolving city all day - as well as the sunsets and glittering cityscape by night.
Agent says:
“Sensitively brought into the 21st century, this elegant home is a rare find with a sunny balcony from which to enjoy its seaside location whilst inside has kept its historic proportions and character, but delivers a more modern, sociable lifestyle.”
Owner’s secret:
“We fell in love with the romantic character of our house which has been a very happy, welcoming and comfortable home for many years – complete with a little added romance of our own in the quotes…Although we made careful improvements for our family and to entertain our friends, we wanted to keep the integrity of this special Regency building which gave us light, inviting rooms (and also some privacy from each other as we and the children – now grown up -can each claim a floor!). Outside, there is something special about enjoying the sea views from the balcony with a Sunday paper, and the patio is a quiet, secluded refuge. We go to the beach every day with the dog, and as a swimmer, I love that I can sit on the window seat with my morning coffee and see if I need to take a coat or just my towelling cover! We love the Brighton lifestyle and enjoy the fact that we can be car free as we are so close to Western Road, and the walk home from the station is great – we often spot a new restaurant to stop at, and if we’re tired, a stroll along the seafront on the way back soon wakes us up.”
Where it is:
Shops: Western Road 2 minute walk
Train Station: Hove 6 minutes by cab or a 20 minute walk past shops and bars
Seafront or Park: Seafront and Hove Lawns 30 seconds
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick
Secondary: Hove Park, Cardinal Newman
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, City College
Private: Brighton College, Brighton & Hove High
In one of Brighton’s finest Regency streets with almost instant access to the beach and fashionable Western Road, both Norfolk Square and Hove Lawns at each end of it have a friendly community and hold events during festivals so you won’t feel isolated if you are new to the city. Tucked up and away from the coast road it is quiet and in a good school catchment area, and this sought- after location is within minutes of fashionable shopping, restaurants, clubs, cinemas and theatres. Close to the commercial districts and cultural heart of the city, the whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach on foot, by bus or by car and Brighton Station with its fast links to Gatwick and London is a 20ish minute walk, or 6 minutes by cab.
In one of Brighton’s finest Regency streets with almost instant access to the beach and fashionable Western Road, both Norfolk Square and Hove Lawns at each end of it have a friendly community and hold events during festivals so you won’t feel isolated if you are new to the city. Tucked up and away from the coast road it is quiet and in a good school catchment area, and this sought- after location is within minutes of fashionable shopping, restaurants, clubs, cinemas and theatres. Close to the commercial districts and cultural heart of the city, the whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach on foot, by bus or by car and Brighton Station with its fast links to Gatwick and London is a 20ish minute walk, or 6 minutes by cab.
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