3 Bed Terraced House, Single Let, Brighton, BN2 1EJ £825,000

Built during the 1850s, the Grade II Listed mansion house in which this apartment resides bears the archetypal features of the era with a cream façade decorated with wrought iron balconies, glossy black railings and plasterwork detailing. Tiled steps rise to the main door with entry phone access and a lift up to the third floor where the door to this apartment is clearly numbered. Stepping inside, you pass through a vestibule with space to hang coats and organise shoes. An internal staircase rises to the apartment’s lower floor where its striking interior design features become apparent. Natural light streams onto the landing from the south via two large windows while a steel and glass staircase rises to the top floor reception room.

Bedrooms 2, 3 & Main Bathroom:
Peacefully positioned to the rear and side of the building are two comfortable double bedrooms with soft carpet underfoot and ample built-in storage. While bedroom three is dressed as an office and guest bedroom, it is perfectly roomy with space for a double bed if need be.

Ultimately private and tranquil, a double-glazed sash window in bedroom two looks out over the historic buildings of Kemp Town Village, taking in rooftops and neighbouring gardens below. Up here, in either room, you can guarantee a warm and restful night’s sleep.

These rooms share easy access to the main bathroom where a marble topped vanity unit sits inlaid with a marble hand basin in earthy tones to complement the contemporary wall and floor tiles around the shower cubicle. A deep cupboard cleverly houses the washing machine.

Principal Bedroom Suite:
Spanning the front of the building, the principal bedroom suite enjoys sea and skyscapes from every angle due to a full wall of glazing on the southerly elevation. With the windows open during summer you can be lulled to sleep by the gentle wash of the waves and be woken by the beautiful colours of sunrise.

A full wall of frosted glass slides open to reveal a deceptively spacious wardrobe with ample clothes storage for two, alongside a deeper cupboard in which the boiler and water heating systems are concealed, also providing additional storage. To the left, doors slide across revealing a generous en suite bathroom with a full bath suite with shower above, and glorious views from the basin which mirrors the stone in the first bathroom. Even with a king size bed, the floor space is not compromised, with further bespoke storage and shelving built-in across the easterly wall ensuring the entire space remains streamlined and clutter free..

Open Plan Reception Room:
Glass balustrades lead the way up to the penthouse floor where the sitting room, dining room and kitchen are completely open plan with triple aspect windows to bathe the space in natural light throughout the day. Glazed sliding doors open to the sun terrace spanning the front of the building to become a fantastic extension of the home during summer for dining alfresco below the stars. The skies light up at night, then during the day, you can see far and wide, taking in the city’s iconic landmarks, from Brighton Marina to the Palace Pier.

Inside, there are clearly defined areas for relaxation, entertaining, formal dining and cooking in the kitchen where a central island provides an informal seating area at the breakfast bar. Engineered walnut wood flooring runs across the split-level space, pairing beautifully with the neutral caramel and cream tones within the kitchen cabinetry and worktops. Within these, the dishwasher, oven, five ring gas hob, fridge with freezer box and a ceiling mounted extractor fan are integrated, so you can move straight in with relative ease.

Alongside the dining area, another full-height gabled window now frames views across the local historic landscape of Kemptown to the north which holds its own unique beauty at night when the city’s lights sparkle below the colours of sunset in the evening.

Agents Thoughts
"Uniquely beautiful, modern and spacious, this well-maintained home holds a prime position in the city. It is both peaceful and brilliantly located with everything this vibrant coastal city has to offer within walking distance. It is a luxurious home in a building steeped in history which has been expertly maintained by the residents who each have a share of the freehold, ensuring it will hold its value and its heritage remains intact."

Owners’ thoughts:
“We originally bought the apartment as a second home 12-years ago, but since retiring we have been here on a more permanent basis as it is such a lovely space to inhabit. The views on both sides never tire and as regular sea swimmers it is a real joy to be able to step out of our front door, down the seafront steps and onto the beach. We take the bus regularly to the station as it is so quick and efficient, but the walk is equally pleasant through the North Laine. During summer, it is blissful sitting out on the terrace listening to the sea – it really is hard to believe we are so close to the city centre here. The neighbours are lovely, and we all appreciate the need to look after this beautiful building, so it has been well-maintained over the years – we will miss many things about living here, but it is time to move on.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 2 min walk, city centre 10-15 min walk
Train Station: Brighton Station 20-30 min walk, 15 min cycle/bus ride
Seafront or Park: Seafront Beach and Park opposite

Closest Schools:
Primary: Queen’s Park Primary, Middle Street Primary
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College, Brighton Prep., Montessori, Roedean, Lancing College Prep.

The relaxed culture of Kemp Town Village is just moments around the corner from this unique home. Here you’ll find delicatessens, restaurants, foodie pubs and cafes, alongside boutique and vintage shops. The beach is on your doorstep and is quieter this side east of the pier with the newly restored Reading Room Community Hub & Café looking out over the beach. Sea Lanes outdoor swimming pool is open all year round and Soho House’s Brighton Beach House has opened within walking distance of this property. It also sits within minutes of Brighton College, The Amex Business Centre, Law Courts and the RSC Hospital as well as the historic heart of the city where you’ll find theatres, museums and the bohemian North Laine Shopping District.