Suez Way, Saltdean, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

Set in the heart of leafy Saltdean, just minutes from the beach and the South Downs National Park, Atlantic Heights is a contemporary development of apartments enjoying sea views, access to an in-house gym and landscaped communal gardens, plenty of local amenities and secure underground parking. This modern one-bedroom apartment enjoys easy access on the ground floor, but it is elevated slightly on the hill giving it direct sea views from a private east facing balcony. It has been beautifully maintained throughout and is ready to move straight into, making it ideal for first time buyers or buy-to-let landlords looking in invest in this vibrant coastal city.

In brief:
Style: Contemporary ground floor apartment

Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 reception room, 1 bathroom, 1 kitchen

Location: Saltdean
Floor Area: Please see floorplan
Outside: Private east facing balcony and communal roof terrace
Parking: Secure underground parking
Council Tax Band: B

Why you’ll like it:

Saltdean is a leafy coastal suburb on the outskirts of the city; built around the stunning, Grade II listed, Deco lido which has recently been fully refurbished, opening its doors once more for year-round swimming in its newly heated pools.

The Suez Way developments sit just moments away from the lido, perched on the hill overlooking the English Channel below open skies. Atlantic Heights is particularly attractive and conveniently located close to the parade of local shops which include smaller supermarkets, cafes, eateries and more.

Stepping through the video secured entrance to the communal hallways, you pass well-tended plants and shrubs which soften the linear form of the building and create a lovely scene to come home to each day. This apartment has easy access on the ground floor and is immediately warm and welcoming when you step foot through the door. With underfloor heating, you can be sure to stay toasty in the cooler seasons, then in summer, you can allow the cool coastal breeze to flow through the space.

The entrance hall is particularly wide and welcoming with soft carpet underfoot. Natural light streams in via full height glazing to the bedroom and living room ahead and there are deep cupboards for storage to ensure the flat remains clutter free.

Within the open plan living room, there are clearly defined areas for relaxed seating and formal dining alongside the kitchen. This can spill outside to the balcony where you can watch the world go by while enjoying drinks and meals alfresco, growing your own potted plants and looking out to the blue of the sea in the morning sunshine. Inside, it feels homely with dark wood flooring flowing through to the open plan kitchen which is well-designed for the space to include integrated appliances, so you can move straight in with ease.

Next door, the bedroom is a charming double room with mirrored built-in wardrobes adding to the feeling of space and light. Large floor to ceiling windows flood the space with natural sunshine. Nearby, the bathroom is elegant and modern with pale stone tiling around the white bath suite. This has a shower over it and the water is warmed by solar panels on the roof, adding to the property’s eco credentials.

There are also communal garden areas to enjoy that sit within the development. The building also houses a communal gym and there is a doctors’ surgery close by which is hugely handy for residents.

Agent’s thoughts:
This apartment offers excellent value for somewhere so close to the city and with so many amazing on-site qualities. The local shops offer all the conveniences you should need and the views are simply charming from the balcony.

Owner’s thoughts:
“It is wonderfully peaceful here with a great community feel. You can still be in the hustle and bustle of the city within minutes, if need be, but I like it just as much here. The undercliff walk is a delight in the summer, and the Lido is great for getting the benefits of cool water swimming without worrying about tides and large waves and the views from the balcony are what really attracted me to the apartment.”

Where it is:
Shops: Co-op opposite, Brighton City Centre 10 min bus ride
Train Station: Brighton Station 25-30 min bus ride
Parks and Seafront: Lido 5 in walk, beach at the bottom of the hill

Local Schools:
Primary: Saltdean Primary School
Secondary: Longhill High School, Peacehaven High, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Roedean, Brighton College

Quietly located in a thriving community, with its local schools, shops, cafes and restaurants, this bright and spacious apartment allows you to enjoy the coast and the countryside in equal measure. On the doorstep of Brighton & Hove’s City Centres, with easy access to Gatwick and London over Falmer Road to the A27/A23, this is also a great location for those needing to travel further afield.