Sillwood Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

On a quiet, historic street which leads to the vibrant al fresco lifestyle of Western Road (a 2 min stroll), this luxury 5 bed, 3 bath house with a glamorous roof terrace, west balcony and a patio is just a 4 min walk from the beach and a 16 minute walk (or 6 mins cab ride) from Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London. This stylish retreat on a leafy one way street with permit parking has 234.87m2 (2528.12 sq. ft.) approx. of inviting rooms on four storeys, all with period grace and a flawless contemporary finish. The ground floor has been opened up to create an elegant living room ideal for family time or entertaining with a welcoming wood burning stove. Downstairs, the lower floor has become a sociable kitchen dining room which opens to the private patio, with a utility room and 2 big storerooms. Upstairs, all five bedrooms are light, spacious and ready to move into, the romantic principal room with a luxury en-suite and access to the balcony, and the peaceful guest room also en -suite.

Ideal for professionals, investors or families within a good school catchment area, properties in this chic central location do not appear often. One of the most desirable areas of the city with everything you need on the doorstep, including a Taj and a Waitrose, you can walk to local attractions like the i360 and arts venues and bridging Brighton and Hove, bus routes along Western Road take you into every part of the city – or out of it- and local schools are good.

Style Regency style terrace house2

Type 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en-suite) + w.c, living room, kitchen dining room, utility, sore rooms

Area Regency Square CA

Floor Area 2528 Sq Ft

Outside Space Patio, roof terrace

Parking Permit Zone Z

Council Tax Band TBC

Set back from the surprisingly quiet, one way street behind a smart, gated garden this house with generous bays and historic architectural detail around the front door radiates period charm. Inside there’s a sensitive blend of character with an easy, contemporary flow which begins in the sleek hallway with classic oak flooring underfoot and a cloakroom tucked away.

Ideal for entertaining, the living room has been opened up to create a welcoming, versatile space with a broad bay to the west and large window to the east. With discreetly zoned areas in which to work, rest or play – of 7.63 x 4.06m (25’0 x 13’3) by the wood burning stove and 3.01 x 2.54m (9’10 x 9’4) at the garden end, it’s a restful retreat with a stylish finish.

Built in an age reliant on natural light, the lower floor has plenty of it. Spanning a substantial 10.37 x 5.47m (34’0 x 17’11) there’s ample space to share with a place for adining table to share with friends by the broad front bay whilst at the far end, there’s space for an informal family table by the door to the private patio which becomes another ‘room’ to enjoy during summer.

The streamlined kitchen is perfect for parties as well as for every day, flowing around a sociable central island with an integrated gas hob between the two seating areas. Curved edges to the surrounding granite surfaces deliver practical working surfaces and prevent awkward bumps, and high spec micro/combi, grill and fan ovens are at eye level to avoid heavy lifting.

Upstairs, two family bedrooms are comfortable sizes, and with fresh decoration they are ready for your move, A the front, the restful principal bedroom spans a generous 5.49 x 4.09 (18’0 x 13’5) and twin windows sweep up to an iconic, wrought iron balcony at the front of the building. Behind you, a glass brick wall leads into a stylish bathroom which is large enough for both a bath and a walk in shower.

Up at the top, guests will love the beautiful bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom, and the 5th quiet bedroom is a quiet refuge with the third bathroom conveniently close by – and don’t forget there is a lit, secluded roof terrace with space for al fresco dining to explore.

A 16 min walk or 5-6 mins by cab from the station with buses covering the whole of Brighton and Hove from Western Road, this fabulous location has an al fresco lifestyle you don’t need to travel for with shops, bars and restaurants of our legendary coastal resort around the corner. The picturesque cultural heart of the city surrounding the Royal Pavilion are easy to reach, and it is also convenient for parks that provide open spaces, sports facilities and host events during our festivals. Local schools are good and major employers of the city like Amex and the County Hospital are all within a 12-15 minute radius. For those who love the outdoors, the beach, water sports at Hove Lagoon and Marina are easy to reach - and don't forget our swift access to the National Park! For those who commute by car there is quick access to the 7 Dials and its 7 routes into or out of the city, including to the A23 and A27.