2 bedroom flat

International design meets iconic Victorian stable block in this chic two bedroom penthouse with a glamorous roof terrace in an unbeatable location. On a one way lane between the sea and world class shopping, bars and restaurants of both Western and Church Roads, this beautiful building has roared back to life, converted in 2011 into luxury apartments which enjoy a sophisticated contemporary lifestyle with both Hove and Brighton Stations easy to reach, its ideal as a home, weekend base or investment.

Style: Penthouse apartment (2nd floor) in period property
Bedrooms: 2
Living rooms: 1
Area: 842 sq.ft
Bathrooms: 2
Outside: Private roof terrace
Parking: Permit zone N
Location: Hove
Tenure: Leasehold

Why you’ll like it:

A stylish conversion has created just five luxury homes and this glamorous penthouse spans the full east to west depth of this attractive brick built building so it’s light all day. The smart entrance is secure and the good impression continues in the fresh communal hallway where a bike store proclaims the building’s green credentials – and in this fashionable area, you wouldn’t need to be shackled to a car!

Light and private at the top, a streamlined hallway has a practical cupboard and ahead, a glorious vaulted living area with a kitchen that spans a glorious 33’7’’ x 21’4’’– or 13.3.x 6.5m-and the east wall of glass lifts and slides open onto an inviting, lit terrace, large enough for friends to spill onto and enjoy the views. A designer’s eye has blended textured units with sturdy, wood working surfaces. All the appliances are integrated, including a gas hob, electric oven, hood, dishwasher and washer/dryer, they are all ready and in place for you!

Next door, the double bedroom is a generous size, making it versatile as the second bed, a spacious study or if you intend to share (or rent). It boasts tree top views of the gardens in First Avenue as this building is within a leafy conservation area. At the end of the hallway the attention to detail continues in a sophisticated contemporary bathroom with underfloor heating which has a shower above the bath.

Opening to the roof terrace, the master bedroom impresses with tasteful décor, oak flooring and triple wardrobes its ready for your move. The crowning glory is a stylish en suite shower/wet room, which is also warm underfoot and leads out to the decked terrace which isn’t directly overlooked.

Agent says:

“It’s unusual to find a contemporary home in this historic quarter and this apartment has a luxury finish with window cleaning included in the communal maintenance charge.”

Owner’s secret:

“We love being so central with the beach less than a minute away, plus the station and the city within walking distance. Once you are inside the apartment you appreciate the natural light with windows facing both east and west. It is also a great bonus to have the open roof terrace as your own tranquil space as it is so private. It is a unique home - we will miss it.”

What’s around you:

Shops: Local 1-minute walk, city central 5-minute walk
Station: Hove & Brighton both a 20-minute walk each
Seafront or park: Seafront 1-minute (bottom of the road) St Ann’s Well Park 7-minute walk

Closest schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary
Secondary: hove Park, Blatchington Mill
Private: Brighton College, Brighton & Hove High, Windlesham

Ideal for commuters and high-flyers this chic home is in a sought-after location within minutes of fashionable shopping, restaurants, bars and theatres- and the beach. Bright and spacious, it’s also conveniently located for parks and gardens which provide cool green spaces but also host events in the numerous city festivals. 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 both Hove and Brighton Stations with fast links to Gatwick and London are easy to reach.