House For Sale £450,000
Princes Crescent, Brighton, East Sussex BN2
previous price £475,000

Guide price: £475,000 - £500,000.

Internal viewings available on request.

With an immaculate and stylish interior, generous sun filled rooms and far reaching views over the city from the first floor, this two/three-bedroom house is immediately impressive. It sits on one of Brighton's famous hills; within the Roundhill Conservation Area, so it is within easy walking distance of the North Laine and both Brighton and London Road Stations. Unique within the street it is double fronted to the front with two generous reception rooms on the ground floor offering an ideal amount of space for professionals and families alike. A huge amount of renovation work has taken place below the surface too, so you can ensure this house will stand the test of time, and the contemporary walled garden is both private and sunny being elevated with both a southerly and westerly aspect. The local schools are exemplary, as are the nearby amenities, so this house is sure to attract many.

Style: Victorian end-terrace house

Bedrooms: 2-3 double

Living Rooms: 1-2 spacious

Area: 850 sq.ft.

Outside: West facing rear garden

Location: Roundhill Conservation Area

Parking: Residents permit zone J

Why you'll like it

With a palpable sense of community and a striking topography of Victorian terraces, it's no wonder that Roundhill Conservation Area has retained its popularity over the years. Along with a highly-favoured school catchment and excellent transport links, it has become the go-to place to live; particularly for Londoners moving to the coast, looking for an improved work-life balance.
Perfectly positioned on the street, this house holds a corner position with a south facing façade with wide bay windows framing far reaching views while filling the house with natural light. The exterior is adorned with the architectural features of the Victorian period and has been painted a delicate dove-grey. It sits raised above the street with a neat lawn and a border wall, and the entrance is tucked away to the side on Crescent Road.

Once inside, it is clear this home has been beautifully maintained, and the current owner has a refined eye for interiors. Its original character and features have been retained, yet blended with contemporary design, so it is in perfect condition to move straight in.

Wood floors have been sanded and varnished in honeyed tones and Farrow & Ball's Strong White has been used throughout the hallways and reception rooms which brightens the space further. There are two reception rooms to the right; both with high ceilings and newly opened fireplaces. The bay windows have lower-half Venetian blinds for extra privacy, and they are double glazed, so it is both warm and peaceful from within. These rooms are ideal for formal dining and relaxation, but you could equally use one as bedroom three or as a generous home office should you work from home.

Across the hall, the kitchen provides a sense of drama with Little Green's Black on the walls which has been paired with chic black-wood cabinetry. Even the gas boiler has been camouflaged within this enchanting space which speaks sophistication and sleekness at the same time. Within the handle-free units the three-ring gas hob, fan oven and dishwasher have been integrated while space has been left for a freestanding fridge, and a door leads out to the walled garden.

Contemporary styling with an Eastern feel can be found out here with black flint walls topped with linear fencing; off-set by vibrant green plants and a shingle floor. The patio area sits elevated, so it receives the sunshine well into the afternoon, and has space for dining alfresco during the warmer seasons.

From the first-floor landing, steps butterfly up to the utility room on the left which has space for two machines atop one another. To the right, steps take you to the main landing where both bedrooms mirror the reception rooms below, so they are equally bright and spacious. They have ample space for king size beds and the alcoves around the chimney breasts offer the perfect space for freestanding wardrobes. From here you can look out over the city to the sea, and again, double glazing ensures you will have a truly restful night's sleep.

Across the hall, the bathroom has been fitted within the last few years and is fresh in white with a shower over the bath.

Agent's thoughts:

The quality of finish is impressive both inside and out. The unique layout will appeal to professionals looking for space to work from home, but equally to families who will appreciate the excellent school catchment.
Owner's secret:
"I have lived here for five years and have completely renovated the property in this time. It has been a fantastic space for entertaining, but also in the recent lockdown, I have had plenty of space to work from home, and I cannot fault Roundhill as a place to live. It is so convenient as you can walk everywhere from here, yet it feels peacefully tucked away from the hubbub of the city. Brighton Station in just 10-15 minutes on foot and there are plenty of eateries and pubs nearby should you not want to venture further into town."

Where it is

Shops: Local 1 min walk, North Laines 10 min walk

Station: London Road 4 min walk Brighton 10-15 min walk

Seafront or Park: The Level 4 min walk, seafront 15-20 min walk

Closest Schools:

Primary: Downs Infant and Junior Schools

Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman rc

Private: Brighton College

This is a wonderful family home in a popular location which is well served for shops, parks and schools. There are plenty of local green spaces, and great transport links, but you are also only a short walk from everything this vibrant coastal city has to offer. The A23 and stations are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.