Belle Vue Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

***CHAIN FREE***

Sunny and sociable, this glorious four/five-bedroom period house with a rare, south facing garden is in one of Kemptown’s most sought-after tree lined streets, quietly tucked away a 3-minute stroll from Brighton College Prep and senior school as well as the County Hospital! Just a few blocks from the sea which you can see from the peaceful top bedroom, you can enjoy entertaining friends and family in 1569 square feet (145.8m2) over three stately stories and a cellar, where deceptively simple design and crisp decoration deliver a sophisticated yet practical lifestyle. Full of character with precious period detail including fireplaces in the graceful reception and dining/guest room which has a Juliette balcony with leafy views, the stylish kitchen/diner invites company as a wall of glass folds open to the sunny landscaped garden. In a fashionable area close to the playground, tennis courts and café of Queen’s Park, it is a short walk to the relaxed cafés, restaurants, shops, beaches- and beach bars/volleyball courts- of Kemptown Village. Nearby bus routes take you to the whole of the city and the station serving Gatwick and London, and the picturesque cultural heart of the city or waterfront restaurants of Brighton Marina are a scenic 15 seafront stroll or easy to reach by cab

EPC: C
Council Tax: D

This sought-after spot, with sea views, has local amenities serving your every need and which, if you are a health professional, open early and close late. Fully refurbished by the current owner to a high standard including floors (porcelain and oak), insulation, roofs and structural steels. The EPC rating of C ensures it is warm as well as light, and energy efficient.

With a south facing garden – very hard to find in a city built mainly obliquely to the sea- this bay fronted beauty is full of light and with appeal even from the kerb, inside new life breathes through this family friendly home.

Through the impressive front entrance, the hallway introduces you to the deft balance of old and new with charming Victorian finials overhead, white painted stairs to bring the light into the heart of the home and Italian porcelain tiles to look like distressed seaside wood (but much easier to keep clean, and no splinters). At the front of the building the reception instantly soothes with beautiful coving, calm decoration and elegant proportions providing plenty of space in which to spread your wings and enjoy the stately original fireplace.

Next door, guests can dine in complete seclusion in a private room which has French doors opening to a Juliette balcony with garden views, and a majestic fireplace. Light and airy it is often used as a fifth bedroom or comfortable home office in these historic terraces.

Down a few steps at the end of the hallway, lined with windows a bright and stylish kitchen/diner is designed for sophisticated entertaining with a choice of lighting levels and a wall of glass which folds away to bring the outside in for an easy, open-air lifestyle. There is ample space for a table where homework can be discussed as you cook and informal suppers shared, and streamlined units deliver both great storage and plenty of working surfaces. Skilfully planned, everything flows well, and integrated appliances include a touch induction hob, electric oven, fridge and freezer, and there is no need for clutter as there is a large cellar delivering 24’10 x 5’8 (7.56m x 1.73) of storage heaven. In the kitchen leading through to the outside there are exceptional, highly durable porcelain tiles, a perfect choice for pets and active children.

Outside, the landscaped garden is an oasis of calm in the heart of the city. A secure, scented sun trap, it faces south for the Sussex sun which is a feature surprisingly difficult to find in a period house. A blank canvas with a broad side return beneath the Juliette balcony (think steps STC), and a terrace with both stairs and a slope to the second, walled tier, it is ideal for fun in the sun as well as for al fresco dining.

On the half landing, the first smallest of the 4 out of 5 bedrooms has a fitted wardrobe and still has 12’7 x 8’1 to play with as there is an unusual box bay at the back overlooking gardens and a glimpse of the sea. Next door, the stylish bathroom has a contemporary white suite and is good to go with a shower above the bath, porcelain tiled floor and CP heart classic radiator.

Looking, due south with a glimpse of the sea, the second double bedroom is simple but inviting with built in wardrobes and space for quiet study beneath the window.

At the front, the principal bedroom is a serene sanctuary to return to, spanning the full width of this substantial property with a handmade wardrobe and fitted shelving which have been careful not to disrupt the restful height and a magnificent, broad bay window as well as a wide double sash which almost fill the wall to flood the room with light.

Private at the top, with a big box bay window to frame views which sweep over the rooftops of historic Kemptown to the glory of the sea, the fifth double bedroom is a special retreat which has a chic shower room just next door to enjoy; the brand new shower room boasts top quality fired earth tiles, including gold backed glass tiles in the generous shower enclosure and is complemented with an aluminium framed Crittall style window and another CP Hard top of the range radiator o keep you warm on the coldest of days.

Agent says:
“This location is prime within a 3-minute radius of one of the best private schools in the country, and the hospital, with both the beach and Queen’s Park easy to reach – on foot – and large family homes with a south facing garden in this sought-after terrace do not appear for sale very often.”

Owner’s secret:
“Family life is effortless with parks and good schools nearby, and you will enjoy being able to stroll into the village for fresh local produce at the weekends or for supper out after work - and a walk along the seafront always lifts the spirit! The house has adapted easily to changing needs as each room is light and spacious, and you can relax in the sunny garden and forget about the world.”

What's around you:
Shops: Kemptown Village 4 minutes on foot, The Lanes and Pavilion 15 minute walk, 5 by bus
Train Station: Brighton mainline 15-20 minutes by bus
Seafront or Park: Seafront is less than 5 minutes, Queen’s Park is about a 10 minute walk

Closest Schools:
Primary: St Luke’s, Queen’s Park
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer
Private: Brighton College

Between the beach, beach bars and volleyball courts of Kemptown Village (reached by seasonal lift) and tennis courts of Queen’s Park which also hosts arts events, there are local shops serving your every need. On the doorstep, the al fresco café culture of the Village also includes a Boots, Post Office and a Co-op as well as a farmer’s market on Fridays. The cinemas, waterfront restaurants and health club of the glamorous Marina are within walking distance, and the picturesque heart of the city is a scenic 15-minute seafront stroll or easy to reach by bus or by cab. By Brighton College, woodland walks and access to the Downs are close by and for commuters, the station serving Gatwick and London is 15 minutes by bus and there is no waiting list for parking permit zone H.