2 bed Flat For Sale £300,000
Elevated on the fourth floor of a Deco seafront development, this generous two bedroom apartment enjoys striking views over the city and the sea to the South Downs. Spanning the depth of the building, these views stretch from east to west, framed by wide picture windows which fill the flat with natural light. It is in need of modernisation and redecoration throughout, but the rooms are generous and well-proportioned, and brimming with potential. There is a private balcony on the eastern side, and a large, manicured communal garden facing west, plus the beach and Hove Lawns are literally a stone's throw away. You are well located for Hove Station and the cosmopolitan shops, bars and restaurants of Church Road too, so it would be perfect for commuters, first time buyers and investors looking to buy into the quintessential Hove lifestyle by the sea.
Style: 4th floor purpose-built apartment
Bedrooms: 2 double
Living rooms: 1 spacious with balcony access
Area: 712 sq.ft.
Outside: East facing balcony and large communal garden
Location: Old Hove Conservation Area
Parking: Residents Permit Zone N
Why you'll like it:
You can hear the rush of the waves and the calling of the gulls as you approach Viceroy Lodge which holds a corner position overlooking the promenade and sea. As with many seafront Deco buildings, it has the appearance of an ocean liner with clean, horizontal lines and ample glazing. You access this apartment from the side entrance on Hove Street where wide stone steps lead into an elegant entrance hall where a lift awaits to take you to your floor.
You enter first into a gloriously wide entrance hall with space for a desk and furnishings, and two deep cupboards for coats and household items. It is apparent that the apartment needs modernising and redecorating throughout, but the space available is immediately evident, and will certainly be an exciting prospect for developers or those with an eye for interiors, looking to put their own stamp on a place.
Natural light streams into the hall from either side due to a sunny east to west aspect, and the kitchen is first to the left. This is a fine size with space for wall and base level units on both sides, and while the oven and hob have been integrated, space has been left for other appliances. From the window you look down to the beautiful communal garden, with the seascape to the south, and a ribbon of the South Downs can be seen over the rooftops in the distance.
Sharing this westerly aspect, the bedrooms are both double, although the master is larger with two built in wardrobes, and both have easy access to the bathroom. This is an internal room, but it is a very good size with space for a bath and a shower over it.
With balcony access and ample space for formal dining and relaxation, the living room also has a lovely outlook with oblique sea views. Facing east you sit outside to enjoy a morning coffee, and watch the world go by below you. During the winter, the apartment is wonderfully warm as the heating is managed centrally, and the cost of both the heating and hot water is included in the annual maintenance.
Set to lawn with beautiful borders, the communal garden is a treat for the senses, and is large enough for several residents to enjoy at once. There are areas to dine alfresco or to have gatherings, and you can sit out here in the last of the summer sunshine where the beach feels too busy during high-season.
Agent's thoughts:
With so much potential to add value, this apartment is sure to attract developers and first-time buyers alike.
Owner's secret
"My brother and I loved living here during the last eleven-years – particularly due to the lovely views and the convenience of the location. I'm now looking to move, but I am hoping to stay local."
Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 10 min bus ride
Train Station: Hove Stations 8 min walk
Seafront or Park: Hove Lawns 1 min walk, Seafront is opposite
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman rc
Private: Brighton College
This generous apartment is beautifully situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. Hove's social and commercial centre and parks are also within easy reach, and this home also offers easy access to Hove Station which has direct and fast links to the airports and London.
Style: 4th floor purpose-built apartment
Bedrooms: 2 double
Living rooms: 1 spacious with balcony access
Area: 712 sq.ft.
Outside: East facing balcony and large communal garden
Location: Old Hove Conservation Area
Parking: Residents Permit Zone N
Why you'll like it:
You can hear the rush of the waves and the calling of the gulls as you approach Viceroy Lodge which holds a corner position overlooking the promenade and sea. As with many seafront Deco buildings, it has the appearance of an ocean liner with clean, horizontal lines and ample glazing. You access this apartment from the side entrance on Hove Street where wide stone steps lead into an elegant entrance hall where a lift awaits to take you to your floor.
You enter first into a gloriously wide entrance hall with space for a desk and furnishings, and two deep cupboards for coats and household items. It is apparent that the apartment needs modernising and redecorating throughout, but the space available is immediately evident, and will certainly be an exciting prospect for developers or those with an eye for interiors, looking to put their own stamp on a place.
Natural light streams into the hall from either side due to a sunny east to west aspect, and the kitchen is first to the left. This is a fine size with space for wall and base level units on both sides, and while the oven and hob have been integrated, space has been left for other appliances. From the window you look down to the beautiful communal garden, with the seascape to the south, and a ribbon of the South Downs can be seen over the rooftops in the distance.
Sharing this westerly aspect, the bedrooms are both double, although the master is larger with two built in wardrobes, and both have easy access to the bathroom. This is an internal room, but it is a very good size with space for a bath and a shower over it.
With balcony access and ample space for formal dining and relaxation, the living room also has a lovely outlook with oblique sea views. Facing east you sit outside to enjoy a morning coffee, and watch the world go by below you. During the winter, the apartment is wonderfully warm as the heating is managed centrally, and the cost of both the heating and hot water is included in the annual maintenance.
Set to lawn with beautiful borders, the communal garden is a treat for the senses, and is large enough for several residents to enjoy at once. There are areas to dine alfresco or to have gatherings, and you can sit out here in the last of the summer sunshine where the beach feels too busy during high-season.
Agent's thoughts:
With so much potential to add value, this apartment is sure to attract developers and first-time buyers alike.
Owner's secret
"My brother and I loved living here during the last eleven-years – particularly due to the lovely views and the convenience of the location. I'm now looking to move, but I am hoping to stay local."
Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 10 min bus ride
Train Station: Hove Stations 8 min walk
Seafront or Park: Hove Lawns 1 min walk, Seafront is opposite
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman rc
Private: Brighton College
This generous apartment is beautifully situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. Hove's social and commercial centre and parks are also within easy reach, and this home also offers easy access to Hove Station which has direct and fast links to the airports and London.
