6 bedroom terraced house

GUIDE PRICE: £900,000--£950,000.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

Just a few minutes from fashionable Seven Dials and Brighton Station stands this elegant and beautifully refurbished six-bedroom Victorian townhouse. Spread over four generous floors it bears the architectural features and proportions of the period and it is filled with natural light from the south through graciously tall sash windows. From the first floor upwards, the views become ever more enchanting taking you over the roof tops of the city to the rolling hills of the Downs in the north to the sea in the south. It is clear the current owners have a refined eye for interiors and a respect for period properties as only the finest craftsmanship has been used to ensure the original character of the property was retained during renovation. With space and light in abundance, the house lends itself perfectly to both entertaining and family time which can spill out into the recently landscaped and private rear garden – which is far larger than many in the area.

This location has been hugely popular for years as you are just a few minutes on foot from the city, the station or the beach, and the local schools are excellent. For families, commuters and professionals alike, this could be the perfect forever home.

In brief:
Style: Victorian townhouse

Bedrooms: 6 double

Bathrooms: 2

Living rooms: 2 very spacious

Area: 2106 sq.ft

Outside: south facing rear garden

Location: Seven Dials/Porthall

Parking: Resident permit zone Q

Why you’ll like it:
For many a year, Port Hall has been one of the most desirable areas to live in the city, and the reasons for this are clear. Quiet streets of Victorian terraces sit peacefully tucked away yet are perfectly located to access the city and all its delights on foot. It is also the primary schools which attract people here as they are Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ and there are several high-achieving secondary schools and sixth form colleges within catchment too.

This Victorian townhouse sits mid-terrace with a recently renovated façade painted with German Keim mineral paint for plastic free damp proofing and breathability. Internally, the entire property was refurbished to include renewing much of the wiring, new heating, most re-plastering most of the walls, brand new bespoke timber-framed double-glazed sashes on every window. Many of the original features were also restored or reinstated to include cast iron fireplaces - two of which were taken from Brighton’s most famous department store Hanningtons. These improvements ensure that even below the stylish aesthetic, the very workings of the house have been improved, so it is set to last for many years to come.

Holding a commanding position on the street, this property faces up up a residential street, making the views open and the house private. Once inside, the true scale and beauty of the house become apparent as period features are abundant and the ceilings soar.

Living and dining room:

From the hallway, two doors open into the spacious living room, which would have been two rooms originally, but which has been knocked through to create a lovely, light room with a large bay at the front, and French doors at the rear leading through to the kitchen. There are two handsome marble fireplaces, the one at the front of the room being useable with both having bespoke, traditional style cupboards and shelving on either side. While these rooms are currently used for relaxation and as a play space, there is ample room for comfortable furnishings on either side to include a formal dining table is desired. Deep skirting boards, picture rails and classic cornicing adds character to this elegant room and linking through to the kitchen breakfast room gives the entire ground floor a lovely sense of flow.

Kitchen breakfast room:

The kitchen runs the entire width of the house with three large skylights and a wall of glass on the south facing wall to fill it with natural light. Timber Shaker units on soft cream have been paired with glistening granite worktops for timeless appeal, and within these the Neff oven, five-ring gas hob, extractor fan and dishwasher have been integrated, leaving space for a freestanding fridge, washing machine and a tumble dryer. Having been extended into the side return, this room provides a second entertaining space with room for informal and formal dining which can spill outside to the garden for alfresco moments during the warmer seasons.

Garden:

Recently landscaped to be level with the house, the garden is wonderfully low maintenance with sandstone floor slabs and raised sleeper planters running around its perimeter. The original brick walls have been extended by contemporary timber fencing which adds both privacy and streamlined style to the space and will allow climbing plants to grow along them to soften the look. This is a blank canvas which will appeal to keen gardeners, but also for those who simply want a secure space for children to play and for summer soirees. You are not overlooked in the slightest and being south facing, the garden receives a huge amount of sunlight.

First floor bathroom and bedrooms:

Walking past deep under stair storage, a grey stair runner leads the way to the first-floor landing where the family bathroom is directly ahead. This has both a double ended bath with mixer taps and a separate shower for when time is of the essence, and there is a toilet in here, but also a WC next door, which is vital in a busy home! This room is classic in white with storage cupboards for linen and the powerful combination boiler which allows for water pressure right through the house.

The first floor has two double bedrooms, the peaceful room at the rear having a pretty fireplace reclaimed from Hanningtons, while the front bedroom spans the front of the house and is of generous, restful proportions. Two bespoke double wardrobes have been built into the alcoves around the fire, yet this room would also be idea as another reception room – as was always intended for these elegant first floor rooms.

Second floor bedrooms:

The second floor also has three double bedrooms, each with extensive views across the roof tops of Brighton. The smaller room sits at the rear with the other two directly above the rooms below them, so they echo their size, shape and orientation, plus a second shower room sits to the rear with another WC which is easily accessible from all. As expected, the decoration and fittings are immaculate and in keeping with the style of the property, and with double glazed sashes, these rooms are perfectly peaceful.

Third floor rooms:

The best views are found on the top floor, however, which consists of two rooms connected through an archway to create two open generous home office spaces – so necessary in the current climate. Plans have been drawn up to extend the rear room out to the back and sides, opening the space to include an en suite to create a stunning master bedroom with panoramic views across the city. Large dormer windows at both the front and rear of the space provide stunning, almost 360-degree views across the Downs, Varndean School grounds, and the leafy environs of Preston Park with the clocktower peeking through the trees, while to the rear you look out across the rooftops of Brighton & Hove with the sea as the horizon at the rear - Bliss.

This attractive Victorian home is beautifully situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and green spaces. The city centre shopping districts and the beach are within easy reach, and this spacious house also offers easy access to both Brighton Station and the A23/A27 with their regular, fast links to the airports and London.