Summary
Versatile and spacious spread over four substantial floors, this Victorian property has plenty to offer those looking to invest and live comfortably, close to the sea in Kemptown. It has been beautifully renovated throughout using a stylish heritage palette and modern fixtures and fittings, so you can move straight in. The current layout lends itself well to those looking to generate an extra income through long term or holiday lets as the lower ground floor can become self-contained, while the upper three floors have ample space for families with three double bedrooms and a generous living and dining room.
Externally, the house bears the classic architectural features of the era with canted bay windows, decorative plasterwork corbels and glossy black railings leading down to the lower level. Stepping first through the main front door to the ground floor, it is immediately clear this is a beautifully maintained home. Spanning the depth of the building, the living and dining room has been opened to create a large social space with clearly defined areas for formal dining and relaxation alongside two beautiful period fireplaces. Classic cornicing, deep skirtings and picture rails have been retained and natural light streams in through dual aspect sashes to the front and back of the house. The decoration is immaculate in soft calico neutrals – a scheme which can be found throughout the home.
Conveniently along the hall, the kitchen is streamlined and well-appointed with a vast amount of storage alongside integrated dual ovens with gas hob, allowing space for other freestanding appliances to include a washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and a tall fridge freezer – all of which may be negotiable with the sale.
Downstairs, a second reception room opens up to a bar area/kitchenette offering a second social space leading out to the courtyard garden. Out here, tall walls climbing with greenery give the feel of an Italian sunken garden with space for summer suppers in the last of the sunshine. It is a classic ‘Brighton’ city garden in size, yet this house also benefits from a large roof terrace for sunworshippers and sundowners in high season. Both are wonderfully low-maintenance spaces, so you can add a pop of colour with potted plants and furniture if desired.
Completing the lower ground floor are a large double bedroom and a chic shower room – so this level can be used as a single dwelling when needed.
Returning upstairs to the first floor there are two beautiful double bedrooms with sanded and varnished wood floors and restful tones on the walls to complement. The principal room sits to the front of the house boasting a wide bay window, a grand marble fireplace and built-in wardrobes to maximise the floor space. These rooms share use of the family bathroom which has a modern take on a period style with a freestanding claw foot bath and traditional style sanitaryware.
Up on the top floor, the loft has been converted to become another elegant double bedroom with large Velux windows allowing stargazing as you drift off to sleep.
Agent’s thoughts:
This is a hugely desirable area with the city with Kemptown’s café culture, excellent schools and the beach on your doorstep. The versatile nature of this large Victorian house will also appeal to those looking to live and invest here.
Owner’s thoughts:
“This has been an amazing home and rental investment for us over the years. The house has evolved with us, and we have really enjoyed renovating the space. Kemptown has a unique energy of its own within Brighton. It is diverse and welcoming with a real sense of community, so having the beach on your doorstep is the icing on the cake.”
Where it is:
Shops: Local 2 min walk, city centre 15-20 min walk
Train Station: Brighton Station 30 min walk, 10 min drive
Seafront or Park: Queens Park 7 min walk, Seafront opposite
Closest Schools:
Primary: Queens Park Primary School
Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College and Prep, Montessori School
