1 bedroom flat

With high ceilings, full height sash windows and a stylish interior, this one-bedroom flat is a sight to behold and is abundant with period features. It holds prime position on the first floor of a grand Victorian townhouse close to the city centre and sea, so all rooms are graciously proportioned and have been decorated by those with a refined eye for colour and interiors. It also boasts a full width, east-facing balcony to the front and a sweet timber clad roof terrace seating area to the rear, with a westerly aspect to catch the last of the sunshine.

Additional extras include a useful double-bed mezzanine, which is discretely tucked away above the study/utility area, and perfect for overnight guests. Fitted wardrobes in the bedroom have been bespoke hand-built by a local carpenter, along with a very large hidden loft space, large enough for surfboards, outdoor equipment and DIY materials.

Beautifully presented throughout, it is ready to move straight into, or let it out immediately with ease, plus the proximity of two commuter stations and the boutique shops and restaurants of Western Road will attract the attentions of many.

Style: 1st floor flat in a Victorian terrace
Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 living/dining room, 1 shower room, 1 kitchen
Location: Brunswick Town Conservation Area
Floor Area: 619 sq ft
Outside: East facing balcony, west facing roof terrace
Parking: Residents Permit Zone M
Council Tax Band: B

Why you’ll like it:

Since the early 19th Century, Brighton has been famous for its cosmopolitan vibe, striking architecture and seaside charm. Brunswick Town epitomises everything that is great about the city, and it remains one of the most prestigious locations to live in Brighton & Hove, almost 200 years later. This generous apartment in nestled in amongst it all, elevated on the first floor of a Victorian townhouse, enjoying the highest ceilings in the building while benefitting from private access to a full width balcony.
It resides on a tree-lined road with the vibrant shops, cafes and restaurants of Western Road just a stone’s throw away. This road remains peaceful, however, and the building has plenty of kerb appeal with a tall cream façade, adorned with architectural features of the period.
The communal ways are well-maintained, and from the moment you enter, you are aware that this is an impressive apartment. Your eye is immediately drawn to the grand living room, where light streams in through the wide bay windows stretching from floor to ceiling facing east. The scale of the building is evident in here where the ceilings soar, and the period details have been restored to include deep skirtings and ornate plasterwork cornicing which wend their way around the room. The floors have been restored in honeyed wooden tones and a marble fireplace takes centre stage. The windows open to the sea view balcony which is a delightful extension of the room during the summer. It is a room for all seasons, with space to cosy up on comfortable furnishings, and there is ample space for formal dining too.

A partition wall separates the kitchen from the living space. Streamlined cabinetry has been fitted with several integrated appliances and paired with wooden worktops for a beautifully styled finish. This room also has balcony access, and with the window open, you can allow the cool coastal breeze to flow through during the warmer seasons. The utility room is nicely separate, with space for storage of household items alongside space for a washing machine and dryer.
Moving through the apartment, you enter the bedroom through a dressing room area with three deep wardrobes offering plenty of clothes storage for two. The views through a shuttered, arched window are leafy and green during spring and summer and it is ultimately peaceful due to the position in the building. From here, you can access the roof terrace which has built in seating and is timber-clad for comfort. Facing west, you can sit outside during summer as the sun goes down.

The shower room is next door to the bedroom and has a contemporary finish with white sanitaryware, a roomy shower lined in porcelain stone tiles and a wooden shelf below the mirror completes the scheme.

Agent’s thoughts:

With an abundance of space, light and character in its favour – plus a prestigious location close to the sea, this apartment needs to be seen to be admired.

Owner’s thoughts:
“You cannot beat the location. There is such a great energy to Brunswick Town with so many lovely eateries and bars at the bottom of the road, and in an apartment of this size, it is ideal for entertaining at home too.”

Where it is:

Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 10 min walk
Train Station: Brighton or Hove Station 12-15 min walk each
Seafront or Park: St Ann’s Well Gardens 4 min walk, Seafront 5 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 nearby. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this home also offers easy access to both Brighton and Hove’s commuter stations which have direct and fast links to the airports, universities and London.