Sussex Square, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

Soaring above 7.5 acres of listed gardens for the residents with views which sweep to the sea, this elegant, 2 bed maisonette discreetly blends Regency grace with a contemporary lifestyle. Uniquely private on the top floor, this property feels more like a house with 123m2 (1328 sq ft) of sun-lit rooms. Grade I listed to acknowledge its classic beauty, there are friendly local shops, cafés and bistro bars close by and the County Hospital is an 8 min walk. Historic Kemptown has an al fresco lifestyle and plenty of amenities including a weekly farmer’s market, and the area is well served for green spaces which hold events during our popular festivals.

Conceived by Thomas Kemp, designed by Busby and Wilds and built by Thomas Cubitt between 1823-1827, Grade I listed Sussex Square is recognised as one of the of the UK’s most important Regency treasures and is one of only a few in our coastal city which have private gardens for the residents, and is one of the only listed Regency, garden developments on a south facing seafront.

Adorned by giant Corinthian columns an impressive secure entrance opens to the communal hall. Precious period detail includes delicate plaster work and a fine example of a Regency staircase although there is now a lift discreetly tucked away on the first landing which rises to the landing below the apartment.
Through the front door, an inviting hall decorated in a calm, heritage colour has a deep under stair cupboard to provide great storage. Ahead, a beautifully proportioned living room has 7.29m x 5.46m (23’11 x 17’10) of space, a gas fire within a period style fireplace and mesmerizing views over the gardens to the sea.

There’s an easy flow along the level hall to the fabulous kitchen dining room (which is by the front door - perfect for supermarket deliveries). A welcoming social space, it is bright and cheerful with wonderful views which roll to open countryside and expertly designed, there is ample space for a large central table and ambient lighting levels. With ingenious storage solutions and practical working surfaces, high end appliances include a Rangemaster gas hob beneath a hood, a Neff grill/combi and a fan oven at eye level. There is plumbing in place for both a dishwasher and washing machine, and designated space for a fridge freezer.

Up broad stairs beneath a skylight, the guest bedroom faces east for the morning sunshine. With a sweeping vista to countryside by day and a glittering distant cityscape at night there is 4.86m x 2.53m (15’11 x 8’3) in which to relax in total privacy, and custom-built wardrobes to fill. Across the hallway, the chic shower room has space, grace and an electric shower so water pressure shouldn’t be an issue. A large airing cupboard has power for a dryer and a hidden under eave attic delivers an unusual amount of storage space.

Private and peaceful at the back, sunlight streams through a principal bedroom of dual aspect. Soothing decoration keeps the focus firmly on the magnificent coastal view. Fitted wardrobes are ready for your move, and the en-suite is large enough for a contemporary bath with a Mira Escape shower above it, a lit cabinet and heated towel rail.

where it is...

Shops: Local 3 minutes, Georgian Lanes a 20-25 minute walk, 7-10 by cab
Train Station: Brighton about 15 minutes by bus
Seafront or Park: The beach is reached through the tunnel in the gated gardens

Closest schools:

Primary: St Mark’s, Queen’s Park
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer
Private: Brighton College, Brighton Waldorf School, Roedean, Brighton & Hove High

Within walking distance of the Marina with its waterfront restaurants, health club, shops and cinemas, this beautiful apartment has use of 7.5 acres of Grade II listed gardens which have a tunnel to the beach. For the exclusive use of the residents of the Kemptown Estate they are not only private and secure, but also a social focal point of a vibrant and inclusive community. There’s a local al fresco lifestyle and a fifteen minute walk (or local bus routes) takes you past the County Hospital and award winning Brighton College into the heart of Kemptown with its fashionable patisseries, bars and restaurants, whilst a scenic 20-25 minute stroll along the seafront or St James’s Street (on the Pride route) – or a 7 minute cab ride- takes you to the picturesque cultural heart of Brighton.

Owner's secret...

“This is a beautiful place to live and we have loved the views of both the sea and gardens. The lift is great, not just for guests but for bringing in shopping or furniture, and workmen love it too as they can bring their tools and materials up easily! We love the area and our favourite café Marmalade is just round the corner.”

Within walking distance of the Marina with its waterfront restaurants, health club, shops and cinemas, this beautiful apartment has use of 7.5 acres of Grade II listed gardens which have a tunnel to the beach. For the exclusive use of the residents of the Kemptown Estate they are not only private and secure, but also a social focal point of a vibrant and inclusive community. There’s a local al fresco lifestyle and a fifteen minute walk (or local bus routes) takes you past the County Hospital and award winning Brighton College into the heart of Kemptown with its fashionable patisseries, bars and restaurants, whilst a scenic 20-25 minute stroll along the seafront or St James’s Street (on the Pride route) – or a 7 minute cab ride- takes you to the picturesque cultural heart of Brighton.