*GUIDE PRICE £825,000-£850,000*

Immediately impressive, this Grade II listed Regency townhouse in Central Brighton has been expertly renovated, bringing it shining into the 21st Century. With four double bedrooms spread over three generous floors it offers spacious and versatile living accommodation for families and professionals alike who will appreciate the open living space for both family time and entertaining. Originally built during the 1830s, it bears many period features which have been beautifully blended with modern design to offer the perfect balance between home comforts and sophistication. Deceptively spacious, each room feels light and airy due to a sunny east to west aspect, and there is a sweet courtyard garden for alfresco dining.
You cannot beat the location for the quintessential Brighton & Hove lifestyle as this house is positioned on the border between the two, amidst their cultural and social centres, and just a few minutes from the beach and several popular parks and schools. The street itself is incredibly quiet, however, as there is no through traffic, so you get the best of both worlds. Brighton Station is an easy stroll too, so it is sure to attract the attentions of families, investors and professional sharers alike. Either way, it needs to be seen to be admired.

Style: Regency, Grade II listed townhouse
Bedrooms: 4 double
Living rooms: spacious living/dining room
Area: 1443 sq.ft
Outside: east facing decked patio garden, west facing balcony
Location: Clifton Hill Conservation Area

Why you’ll like it:

Brighton’s popularity soared during the early years of the 19th Century, bringing with it vast expansion, house building and tourism. This house was built during the 1830s, and like the neighbouring streets would have been a lodging house for visitors to the (then) town, being so perfectly positioned for both entertainment and the beach.

From the front door you have a direct line of sight down the hill to the sparkling sea at the bottom, flanked by the curved facades of the Regency terraces lining the way, creating a hugely attractive cityscape. Immaculate in charcoal grey, this house stands out with its Regency bow windows picked out in white and its door in citrus yellow – all an indication for the quality finish you can expect inside.

Stepping in, you are welcomed into a vestibule for hanging coats, then into the main reception which feels far more spacious than expected. Italian marble floor tiles with underfloor heating flow through the ground floor to the kitchen beyond and there is ample space for a large corner suite and a dining table and chairs which have been perfectly positioned within the bow window bay. A period style fire place creates a decorative feature, and stylish Crittall French doors open up to the garden on the easterly wall. This aspect allows the sun to stream into this room right through the day, and it is both cosy during winter and cool during summer as the coastal breeze can flow through.

Outside, the courtyard garden has brick paving and tall white walls close to the house, while to the rear, original flint walls add character while being a useful material for climbing plants, and there is plenty of space for dining al fresco as the weather hots up. Being open to the south, it is a real suntrap and it is more spacious than many city gardens in the area.

Easily accessible from the main reception, the kitchen has a professional feel with stainless steel cabinets providing plenty of storage while leaving space for a tall fridge freezer and a washing machine. The oven, gas hob and dishwasher have been integrated, and there is space for a kitchen table in the breakfast room below a sweet, stained-glass arched window.

Taking the open staircase to the first floor, the bathroom is first from the landing and is uniquely spacious with a double width rainfall shower and a deep corner bath for luxuriating after a long day. Patterned wall tiles and racing green rubber flooring add a pop of colour and style to the space, and there is both a toilet in here with a separate WC and basin next door – ideal in any shared space.

Bedroom three sits centrally to the first floor with peaceful garden views. The original wide floorboards have been sanded and varnished back to their original grandeur, and clothes storage has been built-in to the alcoves. Along the hall, the principal bedroom spans the front of the house with a full height Regency bow window opening to a wrought iron balcony facing west, so a lovely afternoon light and sea views filter in. This generous room has been carpeted and has built-in wardrobes to maximise the floor space further.

Upstairs, there are two further double bedrooms which mirror the ones on the first floor in both size and shape. Both have varnished floorboards - and being positioned at the quiet end of the road then elevated above it, you can always ensure a restful night’s sleep.

Agent’s thoughts:
Stylish and spacious with stunning features, a pretty garden and a brilliant location – this property will appeal to many.

Owner’s secret
“It has been a joy to renovate this house and breathe new life into such a beautiful building. It was a real labour of love, and every detail was considered to ensure I stayed faithful to the original character of the building, while also creating a homely and comfortable living space as the house is of historic and architectural importance. It is incredibly light and particularly peaceful for such a central location which you cannot beat for amenities, eateries, and of course the beach. will definitely miss it here.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 5min walk
Train Station: Brighton Station 10 min walk
Seafront or Park: St Ann’s Well Gardens 7 min walk, Seafront 4 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College, Brighton and Hove School for Girls

This striking house is beautifully situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this house also offers easy access to Brighton Station which has direct and fast links to the airports and London.