House For Sale £650,000
With stunning interiors by the owner who works in design, this beautiful two/three bedroom house has four light-filled storeys in which to spread your wings and a picturesque walled garden to enjoy. Glorious Victorian proportions blend with a muted palette to create a restful retreat where the kitchen opens to the garden and precious period detail includes magnificent, open fireplaces in the stylish living room and private dining room/guest room. Upstairs, two comfortable double bedrooms are ideal for visitors or family as they do not share a wall, and views sweep over a glittering cityscape from the countryside to the sea from the principal at the top. Tucked quietly away in one of the most sought after terraces in our international coastal city ten minutes from the sea and just five minutes from the station and legendary al fresco lifestyle of the North Laine, it will attract professionals and investors, and those with children will appreciate the outstanding primary school and a playground at the end of the one way lane.
A prime address even in the exclusive West Hill conservation area, this quiet one way street is away from the station’s traffic, and it is a well-kept secret where homes do not come to the market often as once discovered, people tend to stay. This classic beauty rises above the one way lane with ample charm even from the kerb and inside, a sensitive refurbishment has also been thorough with the rebuilding of the front dormer, new bathroom, new brass power points and light switches with dimmers in the main rooms, a new combi boiler and a muted palette in the heritage hues of Farrow and Ball throughout to allow its graceful period features to shine.
The front door opens to an inner lobby to keep the house private and leads straight into an inviting living room of pared back elegance where floorboards have been stripped to their original blonde and a ceiling soars to a magnificent 2.8m (approx.) above your head. A broad east bay has discreet storage beneath it, there is generous floorspace in which to relax or to entertain and a room for all seasons a handsome, open fireplace has handmade shelving and cupboards on each side.
On this level – so convenient for guests as well as all of the bedrooms- an airy bathroom with frosted windows is vaulted so you can bathe in glorious seclusion beneath the sky, and although there is a Victorian influence to the high grade fittings, including the traditional style shower attachment on the bath and cabinet beneath the hand basin, there is nothing old fashioned about the Harvey Maria non-slip flooring and clever use of space to create a utility area.
Down wide stairs which are central on the ground and lower levels because of the extra space the wedge shape allows, a hallway has an amazing amount of space for storage – and has power – and opening to the garden, the kitchen is bright and cheerful with a fitted, fold down table and user friendly slate floor as well as solid wood units and surfaces. A study of perfect planning, everything is to hand from the electric hob and Rangemaster oven, and the dishwasher is also integrated for you.
Outside, the walled garden is a peaceful retreat open to the south where a tiled terrace by the house is level with the house for al fresco dining – a feature hard to find in a city built on the South Downs – and also has a water tap. With tiers rising to catch the sun and backing onto higher gardens it is an oasis of calm in the heart of the city, the brick and flint walls ensuring it is child and dog secure.
Inside, across the hall the dining room is currently used as a family room and home office/study area, but has also served as a private third bedroom. Featuring one of the most beautiful fireplaces we have seen, which is also open, a dimmer switch provides ambient lighting, a window in the east wall almost reaches the ceiling to bring in the Sussex sunshine and a deep ‘attic’ cupboard which stretches beneath the steps to the entrance, has been fully waterproofed.
Sweeping up the staircase which turns to run along the back of the house, a double bedroom has space and grace with a slender fireplace, restful proportions, calm decoration and a view where the Downs peep over the striking architecture of Brighton Station’s roof to one side and the ancient church tower and windvane of St Nicholas Church at the other. Peaceful on the second floor, the principal bedroom is a serene sanctuary with painted floorboards, cast iron radiator from Castrads, fitted wardrobe and access to a small attic space, and you’ll feel on top of the world as you can follow the sun from its rise over Downland in the east to its setting over a glimmer of sea in the west through the high dormer window.
Council Tax Band: D
EPC Rating: E
Tenure: Freehold
Where it is:
Shops: North Laine 5 minute walk
Train Station: Brighton Station 5 to walk
Seafront or Park: Park at the end of the terrace, Seafront about a 10-15 minute walk
Closest schools:
Primary: St Paul’s C of E
Secondary: Dorothy Stringer, Varndean
Private: Brighton College, Brighton and Hove High
Agent's thoughts...
“Quiet but convenient this exclusive area has something for everyone and it has an intercontinental, al fresco lifestyle you don’t need to travel for. Our famous coastal city has hidden gems to discover from coastal views to beautiful cityscapes, and the diverse landscapes of the nature reserves, forests and countryside of the surrounding National Park are amazing – and all are easily accessed from this location by bus, train or cycle, so you won’t need a car.”
Owner's secret...
“We fell in love with beautiful proportions of the house, which is unique in shape and has wonderful period features. With the open views at the front and quirky garden where you can chat over the walls -when you want to- you don’t feel hemmed in, and the layout inside flows well and makes sense once you get used to all of the extra space the wedge shape adds! We have enjoyed creating a relaxing home to return to, and only after we moved we discovered the great primary school and playground at the end of the street – both a 60 second walk (and the children can lead the way to the park as they don’t need to cross a road.) If you are new to the city, this inclusive street has a wide age range and a great community so it is easy to meet people, and everything you could possibly want or need as a single person, professional couple or a family of any age is all within walking distance.”<br /><br />In the exclusive West Hill Conservation Area, the station serving Gatwick and London is a 5 minute walk and a popular primary and a park are at the end of the terrace. The North Laine, Queen’s Road and Churchill Square with world famous boutiques, restaurants, clubs, cinemas and theatres to explore are on the doorstep and the beach is easy to reach. Close to green spaces which host arts events during festivals, for those who love the outdoors, the South Downs National Park as well as the international amenities of the Marina are easy to reach by bus, cab or car. For those who need a car, there is permit parking or a car club and its well connected for the A23/A27.
A prime address even in the exclusive West Hill conservation area, this quiet one way street is away from the station’s traffic, and it is a well-kept secret where homes do not come to the market often as once discovered, people tend to stay. This classic beauty rises above the one way lane with ample charm even from the kerb and inside, a sensitive refurbishment has also been thorough with the rebuilding of the front dormer, new bathroom, new brass power points and light switches with dimmers in the main rooms, a new combi boiler and a muted palette in the heritage hues of Farrow and Ball throughout to allow its graceful period features to shine.
The front door opens to an inner lobby to keep the house private and leads straight into an inviting living room of pared back elegance where floorboards have been stripped to their original blonde and a ceiling soars to a magnificent 2.8m (approx.) above your head. A broad east bay has discreet storage beneath it, there is generous floorspace in which to relax or to entertain and a room for all seasons a handsome, open fireplace has handmade shelving and cupboards on each side.
On this level – so convenient for guests as well as all of the bedrooms- an airy bathroom with frosted windows is vaulted so you can bathe in glorious seclusion beneath the sky, and although there is a Victorian influence to the high grade fittings, including the traditional style shower attachment on the bath and cabinet beneath the hand basin, there is nothing old fashioned about the Harvey Maria non-slip flooring and clever use of space to create a utility area.
Down wide stairs which are central on the ground and lower levels because of the extra space the wedge shape allows, a hallway has an amazing amount of space for storage – and has power – and opening to the garden, the kitchen is bright and cheerful with a fitted, fold down table and user friendly slate floor as well as solid wood units and surfaces. A study of perfect planning, everything is to hand from the electric hob and Rangemaster oven, and the dishwasher is also integrated for you.
Outside, the walled garden is a peaceful retreat open to the south where a tiled terrace by the house is level with the house for al fresco dining – a feature hard to find in a city built on the South Downs – and also has a water tap. With tiers rising to catch the sun and backing onto higher gardens it is an oasis of calm in the heart of the city, the brick and flint walls ensuring it is child and dog secure.
Inside, across the hall the dining room is currently used as a family room and home office/study area, but has also served as a private third bedroom. Featuring one of the most beautiful fireplaces we have seen, which is also open, a dimmer switch provides ambient lighting, a window in the east wall almost reaches the ceiling to bring in the Sussex sunshine and a deep ‘attic’ cupboard which stretches beneath the steps to the entrance, has been fully waterproofed.
Sweeping up the staircase which turns to run along the back of the house, a double bedroom has space and grace with a slender fireplace, restful proportions, calm decoration and a view where the Downs peep over the striking architecture of Brighton Station’s roof to one side and the ancient church tower and windvane of St Nicholas Church at the other. Peaceful on the second floor, the principal bedroom is a serene sanctuary with painted floorboards, cast iron radiator from Castrads, fitted wardrobe and access to a small attic space, and you’ll feel on top of the world as you can follow the sun from its rise over Downland in the east to its setting over a glimmer of sea in the west through the high dormer window.
Council Tax Band: D
EPC Rating: E
Tenure: Freehold
Where it is:
Shops: North Laine 5 minute walk
Train Station: Brighton Station 5 to walk
Seafront or Park: Park at the end of the terrace, Seafront about a 10-15 minute walk
Closest schools:
Primary: St Paul’s C of E
Secondary: Dorothy Stringer, Varndean
Private: Brighton College, Brighton and Hove High
Agent's thoughts...
“Quiet but convenient this exclusive area has something for everyone and it has an intercontinental, al fresco lifestyle you don’t need to travel for. Our famous coastal city has hidden gems to discover from coastal views to beautiful cityscapes, and the diverse landscapes of the nature reserves, forests and countryside of the surrounding National Park are amazing – and all are easily accessed from this location by bus, train or cycle, so you won’t need a car.”
Owner's secret...
“We fell in love with beautiful proportions of the house, which is unique in shape and has wonderful period features. With the open views at the front and quirky garden where you can chat over the walls -when you want to- you don’t feel hemmed in, and the layout inside flows well and makes sense once you get used to all of the extra space the wedge shape adds! We have enjoyed creating a relaxing home to return to, and only after we moved we discovered the great primary school and playground at the end of the street – both a 60 second walk (and the children can lead the way to the park as they don’t need to cross a road.) If you are new to the city, this inclusive street has a wide age range and a great community so it is easy to meet people, and everything you could possibly want or need as a single person, professional couple or a family of any age is all within walking distance.”<br /><br />In the exclusive West Hill Conservation Area, the station serving Gatwick and London is a 5 minute walk and a popular primary and a park are at the end of the terrace. The North Laine, Queen’s Road and Churchill Square with world famous boutiques, restaurants, clubs, cinemas and theatres to explore are on the doorstep and the beach is easy to reach. Close to green spaces which host arts events during festivals, for those who love the outdoors, the South Downs National Park as well as the international amenities of the Marina are easy to reach by bus, cab or car. For those who need a car, there is permit parking or a car club and its well connected for the A23/A27.
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