In one of the most sought after conservation areas in our city this rare find is one of only a few apartments within the period terraces radiating out from the park which has a pond, tennis courts and café, and it’s within easy walking distance of the sea and the Royal Pavilion… Although there are local bus routes if you don’t want to walk.
With immense charm and impressive entrance, this stately house is set back from the road behind a front garden large enough for a bike store (stc) and inside, the integrity of the building has been kept with a gracious Victorian staircase ready to sweep you to the first floor and this split level apartment.
Opening straight into the kitchen – perfect if you’ve been to the farmers market at the park’s famous Pepperpot – this bright and cheerful space has 2 windows and streamlined units delivering plenty of storage and working surfaces. A classic black and white which won’t date, it is ready for use as integrated appliances include an electric hob and oven, there’s designated space for an undercounter fridge freezer and there’s also plumbing for a washing machine. At the far end of the room, the airy bathroom has natural light and is large enough for a bath with a shower attachment over it.
Central to the apartment, the versatile living room looks over gardens at the back, so it offers rare privacy. With a high ceiling, 3.82 x 3.21m (12’6 x 10’6) delivers space to entertain, you could put a feature fireplace in the chimney breast, stnc, there’s an alcove for a discreet workstation and a big cupboard to keep the space uncluttered.
At the front of the house, the principal bedroom spans a generous 5.12 x 4.61m (16’9 x 15’1). Light and airy with a large bay to ensure it is always inviting, it is comfortable as it is with fitted wardrobes to fill, but those wonderful period proportions, deep set bay and elegant coving will inspire ideas to create your own dream space in which to unwind.
Vendor’s Comments
“This spacious apartment is easy to live in as all the rooms are light with an easy flow between them. This is a wonderful place to live with local shops and cafes to explore and a farmer’s market at the Pepper Pot every week, and if you are new to Brighton, it is easy to meet people as the park has an inclusive community whether you’re a jogger, tennis player or just like feeding the ducks, and it hosts interesting arts events during festivals. There’s lots of permit parking, although the proximity to the sea, employers and cultural heart of the city means you’re not tied to a car – and there are local buses if you don’t want to walk.”
Education:
Primary: St Luke’s, Queen’s Park
Secondary: Varndean, Dorothy Stringer
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, Varndean, MET, BIM
Private: Brighton College Prep, Brighton College, Brighton
Good to Know:
Local organic store & cafe 2 mins walk
Brighton College 15 min walk, 4 by car
Major employers 10-20 mins walk, 1-5 by car
Beach 10-15 mins walk, 3 by car (some same C zone)
Station 25-30 mins walk, 7-9 by cab
Location Summary:
Queen’s Park is known for its friendly atmosphere and community of dog walkers, joggers and families exploring the open green spaces, tennis courts, pond, playground and cafés as well as its surrounding organic shops, bistro pubs and beaches of neighbouring Kemptown. Within walking distance of a choice of good primary schools which includes outstanding St Luke’s, it is ideal for professionals as Kemptown is on the doorstep and hosts the law courts, Amex and hospitals. The cultural heart of the city and Marina are easy to reach on foot, by bus or cab. For those who need to travel, the mainline station with its fast links to Gatwick and London is about 15 minutes by bus or a 20- 25 minute scenic stroll past the famous boutiques, bars and restaurants of North Laine.
