Tivoli Crescent, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

GUIDE PRICE: £500,000--£550,000.

STUNNING OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM AREA WITH BI FOLD DOORS GIVING ACCESS OUT ONTO THE REAR TERRACE AND REAR GARDEN AREA.

SHARE OF FREEHOLD.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

Spread over three storeys, this spacious and beautifully presented two-bedroom maisonette resides in one of the city’s most prestigious areas to the east of Dyke Road. It is formed from the lower and ground floors of a substantial semi-detached, Edwardian home giving it the elegant proportions of the era. Inside, it is perfectly spacious and naturally bright due an open aspect to the rear where the garden and kitchen dining room enjoy delightful views across the trees, parks and rooftops of the city to the rolling hills of the South Downs. The local schools are exceptional, and Preston Park Station is quite literally on the doorstep, so this flat will appeal to commuters, families, professionals and investors alike.



Style: Ground and lower floor Edwardian garden apartment

Type: 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 living room, 1 kitchen dining room

Location: Tivoli/Dyke Road

Floor Area: 1064 sq.ft.

Outside: East facing rear garden.

Parking: Resident Parking Zone A

Council Tax Band: B

Why you’ll like it:
The attractive terraces of Tivoli lie on the border between Brighton and Hove, equidistant from the city and the South Downs National Park. The family friendly community, commuter links and the proximity to several popular parks and schools have drawn people to live her for many years now, making it one of the most sought-after areas in the city.

Residing within a substantial Edwardian house, this lower maisonette enjoys the generous room proportions that the period affords, and it has been modernised and further extended to create a cool and stylish home. Along with the interior styling, it is also the views which give this apartment the ‘wow’ factor creating a sense of openness to the rear while bringing in a wealth of natural light.

With its own street entrance to the front of the property, the door opens to a welcoming entrance hall with crisp white walls and original sanded floorboards flowing into the living room to the right. From here, you have a line of sight to both the upper and lower level, where glass doors frame the first views of the garden. It is immediately clear the property has been expertly maintained by those with an eye for interiors, so it is ready to move straight into.

Within the living room, there is ample space for comfortable furnishings for families to cosy up on in front of the wood burning stove. This sits below a solid oak mantel, while useful shelving has been built-in to the alcoves for books and ornaments. A workspace sits below the shelving for those working from home, and a useful cabinet conceals the entertainment systems. A wide bay window almost covers the westerly wall looking out to the front courtyard which has space for potted plants. Being lower level it is completely private from the street while also allowing the afternoon light to filter through.

Next door, the first bedroom is a lovely sunny double room painted in soothing tones to complement soft carpet underfoot. The views are glorious from here and are a joy to wake up to, yet energy efficient double glazing ensures it is wonderfully warm and quiet. Even with a king size bed and freestanding furnishings, the floor space is not compromised.

Stepping down to the level of the garden, the incredible kitchen dining room spans the rear of the house having been built-into the side return. A wall of glazing opens first to the sun terrace then steps down to the garden allowing uninterrupted views, while a vast skylight brings in light from above to the cooking area.
Streamlined cabinets run along the side wall at base level providing a wealth of storage and several appliances are integrated, including a concealed utility cupboard below the stairs. There is space for eight to comfortably dine in here – ideal for families or dinner party entertaining, which can spill outside to the terrace during summer.

Bi-fold doors open to the decking, from which the panoramic views are breath taking. From here you can see into the city along the curve of the Brighton trainline, across Preston Park to the Racecourse and South Downs hillside beyond. The skies and vista are ever-changing with the seasons and never tire as a backdrop to this property. A few steps lead down to the lawn garden with sleeper flower beds and contemporary slatted fencing for privacy. It is perfectly safe for young children to play and there is a huge, dry and secure storage area below the decking for garden furniture, tools and children’s games. There is even a built in climbing wall up to the decking.

Returning inside, steps lead up to bedroom two and the family bathroom. This is another delightful double room where the views only improve the further up the house you go. The bathroom has a modern take on a Victorian style with metro brick tiling and a traditional rainfall shower above the panelled bath.

Agent’s thoughts:
This maisonette has been beautifully renovated and maintained by the current owners and it feels exceptionally spacious for a two-bedroom home. The addition of storage, a garden and a sun terrace looking out over the city, means this property will attract the attentions of many.

Owners’ thoughts:
‘We have loved living here so much - initially as a couple and then as a family of four. We have an incredible community on Tivoli Crescent, with an annual street party and the best neighbours. One of our summer highlights is sitting on the terrace in the evening and sharing a drink with our neighbours. The location is brilliant, when we need to get to London we can be at the station in a couple of minutes. We have an “outstanding” nursery that the kids love, which is a five-minute walk away. We have loved being equidistant from Preston Park, Hove Park and Dyke Road Park and the beach is an easy 10-minute drive away. This home really does tick every box and we have been very happy here.’

Where it is
Shops: Local 30 sec walk, North Laine 20 min walk
Station: Preston Park Station 4 min walk
Seafront or Park: Preston / Hove Park 5 min walk, seafront 10 min drive
Closest Schools:
Primary: Stanford Infant and Junior Schools, Cottesmore RC, Hove Bilingual
Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College, Lancing Prep.

This is a great property in a popular location which is well served for shops, parks and schools. There are plenty of local green spaces, and great transport links, but you are also only a short walk or drive from everything this vibrant coastal city has to offer. The A23/A27 and Preston Park Station are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to the universities, Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.