With an air of grandeur and an undoubtable architectural beauty, the townhouses of Lansdowne Place sit in one of the most highly favoured conservation areas in the city; sweeping down the hill towards the sea. Soaring ceilings, ornate plasterwork and incredible proportions are plentiful in this beautiful, Grade II listed, one-bedroom apartment which is formed within the first floor of a grand Regency townhouse facing west. It has been beautifully renovated and styled by those with a clear eye for interior design; sympathetically blending the original Regency features with contemporary fixtures and fittings. It also benefits from a full width, west-facing balcony with oblique sea views, and natural light is able to stream right through the property from east to west.
Sitting in such a favoured central location; with the beach, two commuter stations, and the city centre so close by, it would suit commuters, investors and professionals looking to live the quintessential Brighton & Hove lifestyle by the sea.

Style: 1st floor flat in a Grade II listed Regency townhouse
Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 spacious open plan living room, 1 bathroom
Location: Brunswick Town Conservation Area
Floor Area: 498 sq ft
Outside: west facing balcony
Parking: Residents Permit Parking Zone M
Council Tax Band: B
Maintenance: 1440 per annum
Tenure: Share of freehold

Why you’ll like it:

Effortlessly elegant, the Regency homes of Brunswick Town have become integral to Brighton & Hove’s unique identity as a cosmopolitan city of style and taste. They were the ‘brain-child’ of eminent architect, Charles Busby, who hoped to replicate the distinguished Nash developments in London. The magnolia curved facades with ornate balconies and columns are certainly impressive, and while most have since been converted into luxury apartments; they continue to attract people to the area.

Residing half way up the eastern side of the terrace, this apartment is approached up some wide stone steps, and through a secure communal hallway where sweeping stairs take you to your floor. Once inside, the scale of the flat is immediately apparent as you eye is drawn to the living room where three full height windows follow the curve of the building leading out to the balcony. The ceiling is incredibly high with the original cornicing and mouldings wending their way around its perimeter. Deep skirting boards and picture rails have been retained, and the floorboards have been replaced with like-for-like engineered dark wood which runs right through the property. These have been paired with white walls for a fresh and complementary finish while the woodwork features around the sashes have been picked out in taupe. Taking centre stage, a grand marble mantelpiece with inset tiles flanking the open fire warms the space perfectly during the cooler seasons, adding warmth and atmosphere to wintery suppers and evenings.
There is ample space in here for formal dining by the bay and for comfortable seating when entertaining friends. The kitchen is also sociably open plan to the room and does not dominate the space. Hand-built and bespoke, it is Mid-Century Modern in style with solid oak cabinetry and worktops. Within these, the oven, induction hob, fridge and washing machine have been integrated and there is plenty of storage at both base and eye levels.

Opening the windows, a cool coastal breeze can flow through the flat, and there is plenty of space to sit out in the balcony watching the world go by during the warmer seasons. From here you can see the sea and the hustle and bustle of Western Road down the hill where there are a plethora of fashionable cafes and restaurants to enjoy.
Peacefully positioned to the rear of the building, the double bedroom shares the same elegant proportions and period features as the living room and has a beautiful outlook over the well-maintained and green neighbouring gardens. It doesn’t feel overlooked by neighbours though as there are no properties directly behind this one, and a lovely morning light streams in from the east to gently wake you. Even with a king size bed and several pieces of bedroom furniture, the floor space is not compromised, and there is a deceptively spacious wall of built-in wardrobes.
Between these rooms, the stylish shower room sits centrally with classic, travertine wall tiles and a roomy rainfall shower to revive you each morning before work. The generous hand basin is inlaid to a wash stand with shelves for toiletries and towels which can also be warmed on the heated towel rail.

Agent’s thoughts:

Brunswick Town has long been heralded as one of the property hotspots in the city. This apartment is a particularly fine example for how these beautiful Regency buildings can be brought shining into the 21st Century, so it needs to be seen to be admired.

Owner’s thoughts:

“It was the incredible features and proportions of the flat which impressed me when I first stepped foot in this flat. While this has been a successful rental property for me, I have also adored living here in Brunswick Town as it has an electric energy, and it is such a pleasure to be able to walk everywhere. The beach is a joy during the summer, and you have some lovely restaurants, bars and cafes at the bottom of the road tempting you to eat out every night.”

Where it is:

Shops: Local 30 sec walk, city centre 12 min walk
Train Station: Brighton and Hove Stations 12-15 min walk each
Seafront or Park: St Ann’s Well Gardens 5 min walk, Seafront 3 min walk

Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College

This generous flat is situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach at the bottom of the road. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this house also offers easy access to both Brighton and Hove Stations which have direct and fast links to the airports and London.

This generous flat is situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach at the bottom of the road. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this house also offers easy access to both Brighton and Hove Stations which have direct and fast links to the airports and London.