Marine Gate, Marine Drive, Brighton, BN2

This elegant three-bedroom apartment in Brighton’s iconic Marine Gate embraces the glory of the sea and comes with a quiet study and a rare, double garage which has a private snug attached. Designed in 1939, you can follow the sun from its rise to its setting in this light-filled, 4th floor home accessed by lift, where both an east and west facing balcony are each enclosed by glass so you can enjoy the magnificent coastal setting, communal gardens and views to rolling downland at any time of year. Inside a sensitive eye has created an understated, luxury home opposite the Marina which has waterfront restaurants, cinemas and a health club, where there’s also a local high street to serve your every need. The al fresco lifestyle of Kemptown (on the Pride route) is on the doorstep with the cultural heart of the city a scenic 25 minute seafront stroll - or 7 minutes by cab.

The spacious living and dining room has a picture perfect vista sweeping over the grounds to the Marina to open water and there is a classic fireplace to enjoy during our dramatic electric storms over the sea. The bright and stylish kitchen also looks over the English Channel, and although there is a glamorous contemporary shower room, the main central bathroom has the fabulous statement 1930’s ‘porthole’ window. Both generous bedrooms are comfortable doubles and do not share a wall, and their open views ensure privacy. A host of services include a lift, manicured communal grounds, seasonal heating, hot water and a concierge, and ideal for professionals, those who travel and investors, an onsite team can usually deal with any emergency repairs. Ideal as a home or for holidays, this sought after, landmark building has an active community with a wide age range so you won’t feel isolated, bus routes take you into or out of the city, the hospital and Brighton College are a 4 minute drive – or 20 on foot- and the direct trains to Gatwick and London are about 15-20 minutes by bus.

EPC: C
Council Tax: D

Built for a sophisticated lifestyle on the Sussex coast, the famous façade of Marine Gate has roared into the 21st century with energy efficient windows, secure entrances around a formal central garden at the front and glorious, wrap around, landscaped gardens for the residents. Looking over the protective harbour and waterfront restaurants of the Marina to the English Channel it is one of the most sought after destinations in the city. Known for its discreet security and concierge to meet and greet, Marine Gate’s friendly, inclusive community stocks a swap library, holds monthly coffee mornings and seasonal celebrations as well as hosting various clubs, and if you are looking for a lock up and leave, a security patrol will check your apartment upon request.

Reached through an impressive entrance, a lift awaits to sweep you to the 4th floor. Inside, the central hallway is light and inviting with cupboards for coats and ahead, the elegant reception celebrates its exclusive coastal location with an east wall of glass framing inspiring views of the gardens, our international marina and the sparkling sea at one end, and the sunsets at the other. Ideal for entertaining you can enjoy the Sussex sunshine and soak up the inter-continental atmosphere either by a fireplace in winter or on the covered balconies during summer where windows bring the outside in.

Sunny and streamlined, along the hall, the contemporary kitchen is well planned with everything to hand from an integrated hob, and the micro/combi and electric oven are at eye level to avoid awkward lifting when catering for larger numbers, and there is access to the ‘back’ door where rubbish is collected every day.

An inner lobby separates the two bedrooms from the living areas and with open views, both double bedrooms are private, quiet and comfortable. Ready for visitors, the guest room has fitted wardrobes already in place, and between the two rooms, so they don’t share a wall, you can bathe in glory in a bathroom with one of the famous porthole windows. There is a shower above the tub and sculptural steel will warm your towels. A restful retreat which spreads its wings across 14’1 x 12’11 (4.3m x 4.25m), the serene principal bedroom has custom made wardrobes with organised storage, and just across the hall is a fabulous shower room.

Outside, beautiful formal gardens welcome guests. Sunny and well maintained, manicured gardens wrap around three sides of the building with ample space to explore. To one side, the secure double garage of 9.97m x 6.5m (32’8 x 21’4) gives peace of mind whilst you are on holiday, there is a w.c. tucked away and with 10.45m x 4.6m (34’4 x 15’1) the snug behind has a lot to offer!

Agent says:
“With substantial improvements underway on the neighbouring Black Rock seafront and discussions taking place about developing a disused plot nearby, now is the time to buy this spacious apartment with glorious sea views”

Owner’s secret:
“The perfect place to party this has also been a private and quiet home for many happy years. The sea views from the balcony and front rooms are beautiful beneath sunny or stormy skies and are different every day. There is a relaxed community with a wide range of ages who host events like coffee mornings or wine tastings if you want to meet people, and the only personal bill you need to consider is the electricity as the monthly charge deals with everything else. With easy access to the theatres, picturesque restaurants and shopping of the historic heart of the city – about 7 minutes by cab- there are also plenty of friendly local shops and amenities you can walk to like Marmalade Café and bistro pub Daddy Long Legs, and the garage gives peace of mind while you away.”

What’s around you
Shops: Local 2 minutes, Georgian Lanes a 7- minute cab ride.
Train Station: Mainline about 15 minutes by bus.
Seafront or Park: Seafront opposite, golf club and park 5- minute walk.

Closest schools:
Primary: St Mark’s St Luke’s.
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer.
Private: Brighton College, Brighton Waldorf, Roedean.

Brighton is known for its beaches, arts festivals and international shopping – but also for its unique history, picturesque cultural centre and warm, inclusive community. Surrounded by the South Downs National Park we attract professionals and families seeking fresh air, good schools and a vibrant lifestyle. Tucked away from tourists but close to the beach, park and golf course, there are plenty of local shops, bars and cafés serving your every need including Marmalade Café, Deli & Restaurant, Busby & Wilds wine bar with locally sourced food, and Daddy Long Legs Bistro Bar. The waterfront restaurants, health club and cinemas of the Marina are just a short walk if you don’t want to drive and a regular bus service runs past the hospital and Brighton College to the station or along the coast. For those who need to commute by car, a garage comes with the property and access to the A23/A27 is swift.