Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

Stunning views over open water stream through this majestic, 2/3 bedroom apartment within a prime, Grade II listed seafront terrace. Set well back from the coast road opposite beaches with waterfront art galleries, a Lido, Yoga centre and bistro bars nearby it is a dream coastal home or a high end investment just a 15 minute scenic stroll along the promenade to the legendary Lanes or vibrant Marina, with Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London about 7-10 minutes by cab. A rare find with a lift to whisk you up to the 2nd floor, 130.44m2 (1404.04 sq. ft.) of beautiful rooms span an entire floor to deliver a unique, elegant lifestyle. The grand reception has glorious proportions, period friezes high overhead and triple windows so large you can enjoy the picture perfect vista even when seated, and the streamlined central kitchen has a designer finish. Completely private, the first of the bedrooms is ideal for guests as it is tucked away by the luxury wet room. Quiet at the back, both of the other bedrooms have garden views and the principal is exceptionally restful. With the fashionable, al fresco lifestyle of Kemptown which hosts both Pride and the County Hospital around the corner, now is the time to buy with substantial improvements taking place along the seafront.

Style 2nd floor apartment in seafront, Grade II Regency terrace
Type 3 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living dining room, home office/snug, kitchen
Area Kemptown
Floor Area 1404.04 sq.ft.
Outside Space N/A
Parking Permit Zone C, no list
Council Tax Band TBC

Why you’ll like it:
One of the finest south facing terraces on our famous, Regency seafront in a convenient spot with independent shops, cafés and bars on your doorstep but out of hearing, this beautiful home is within an impressive building built as apartments, with each one spanning one entire floor. The imposing entrance is secure and inside the communal hallway has gilded plasterwork and handsome tiled floor with a lift tucked into the centre of a statuesque original staircase to deliver you to this luxury home.

Inside, a stunning, sun-lit living dining room has triple windows which stretch almost from floor to ceiling across the substantial bay front of this magnificent building to frame the sea, the sky and mesmerising views by day or by night stretching from the Marina in the east to Brighton’s glittering pier. A perfect fusion of Regency grace and spectacular seascape you can enjoy even when seated, this is a unique space of 7.55 x 7.07m (24’9 x 23’2) to enjoy with stripped floorboards, wood shutters, a ceiling adorned by an original frieze, ambient lighting and a stately fireplace.

Along a hallway with deep storage, the luxury shower room is central to the apartment. Wet room in style it has a high end finish with underfloor heat, a dual headed shower system and a Catalano hand basin as well as a warming rail for towels. Next door, the guest room is absolutely private with restful height and simple but stylish decoration.

Easy to reach from both the living dining room and the bedrooms, the high spec kitchen is bright and inviting with high, leaded windows opposite a big sash window. With wood surfaces and sophisticated storage this timeless classic is good to go with a Smeg electric hob and oven, an integrated washing machine and dimmer switches for a choice of lighting levels, and usb charging points are within the plug sockets – a subtle contemporary feature you will find in other rooms, too.

With glorious open views across a large, manicured garden the second bedroom at the back has space, grace and a period frieze which follows the curved wall. Oak is underfoot and wooden shutters are at the window – although the room is not directly overlooked.
Next door, Regency romance springs to life in the spacious principal bedroom with a graceful, historic fireplace. Twin windows frame a manicured garden and sweeping rooftop views, but also have wooden shutters to close the world away. Blissfully quiet, there is a generous 5.24 x 6.0m (17’2 x 16’5) in which to relax and with fresh decoration and top grade, new Sisal carpet you won’t need to change a thing.

Agent Says:
“Opposite the beach, Lido and yoga centre, although this spot is chic and just a walk into the historic heart of the city, it is tucked away from tourists. The area is exclusive and homes in this beautiful terrace do not appear on the market often.”

Owner’s secret:
“Grade II listed, the building is beautiful and well-maintained. All of the rooms are light and inviting and the stunning views, both front and back also make it unusually private. There is something for everyone of any age here. You can spend time on the beach, enjoy the fresh local produce on offer, explore the local cafés and restaurants or walk into Brighton’s cultural heart which clusters around the Royal Pavilion – about a 10-15 min walk. If you love the sea, the Marina is also a short walk and the National Park is easy to reach.”

What’s around you:
Shops: Local 1 minute, The Lanes 15-20 to walk, 7ish by cab
Train Station: Brighton 15 by bus
Seafront or Park: Seafront opposite, park 3 minutes by car
Closest schools:
Primary: St Luke’s, Queen’s Park, St Mark’s
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer
Private: Brighton College, Brighton Steiner, Brighton and Hove High

In a great location opposite a beach with cafés, volleyball courts and our new Lido, the Royal Pavilion, arts venues and Lanes of central Brighton are all within a 15-20 minute scenic stroll along the seafront or past the lively bars and restaurants of St James’ Street (which hosts Pride) too! Kemptown has plenty of small supermarkets, pharmacies and post offices as well as an al fresco lifestyle and it hosts the hospitals, Amex and good schools including Brighton College. Buses serve the whole of the city of Brighton & Hove, and the proximity to Brighton train station with its fast link to Gatwick and London makes commuting possible. For those who need a car, both the A23/27 and coast road are easy to reach.