Norfolk Square, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

Spanning the upper three floors of a substantial Regency townhouse, this exceptional four-bedroom maisonette is brimming with character, style and charm. Ideal for both families and professionals looking for space to work from home, this beautiful house offers flexible, light-filled living spaces which lend themselves well to the creative arts due to a wealth of natural light from the south.

Beautifully maintained by the current owners who have a keen eye for colour and contemporary interior design, this property feels naturally light and airy with many stylish features, so it is ready to move straight into. It also benefits from its own street entrance and sole access to both a south facing roof terrace and a flint walled garden for drinks and dinner alfresco in the summer sunshine.

You cannot beat the location for the quintessential Brighton & Hove lifestyle as this family home is positioned on the border between the two, amidst their cultural and social centres, and just a few minutes from the beach and several popular parks and schools. Brighton Station is an easy stroll, so it is sure to attract the attentions of families, investors, and professionals alike.


In brief:
Style: Upper maisonette within a Regency townhouse (1825)

Type: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 through living/dining room, 1 kitchen

Location: Clifton Hill Conservation Area

Floor Area: Please see floor plan

Outside: south facing sun terrace and walled garden

Parking: Residents’ Permit Zone Z


Why you’ll like it:
Unique within the square, this house forms the upper three floors of a substantial Regency townhouse witha fresh white façade. It also bears classic architectural features of the era to include multi-pane bow windows and glossy black railings picking up the tones of the original tiled path paving the way to the door.

Stepping inside, you are greeted by high ceilings, so the scale of the building becomes apparent. Shades of white adorn the wall, floors and woodwork features, brightening each room further. It is immediately clear the current owners have a respect for period properties while also bringing their home into the 21st Century without losing the original character. It feels warm and welcoming, just as a family home should.
Moving through to the dual aspect living and dining room, natural light streams through from the south. A tall casement window looks out over the garden while the bow to the front frames the peaceful street which is nicely tucked away from the main thoroughfare of the square. There are clearly defined areas for formal dining, relaxation and working from home, if need be, and the lounge area is warmed by a wood burning stove during the cooler months, bringing both heat and atmosphere to the room.

Along the hall, the kitchen is beautifully appointed with white cabinetry paired with dark wood worktops. The appliances are integrated, and a glazed door opens to the garden which becomes a wonderful extension of the home during spring and summer. Out here, the original walls have been retained, fringed with four gracious palm trees on the westerly edge which allow privacy in this city garden space. It is a fine size for a Regency home so close to the centre, and facing south, it receives plenty of sunshine. The circular paving ensures it is perfectly low maintenance, ready for the busy modern lifestyle. From here, steps lead up to the sun terrace which catches the majority of the sunlight, making it ideal for sunbathing and sundowners as the sun sets behind the trees.

Returning inside, painted stairs rise to the first floor where bedroom four sits to the rear of the building, looking down over the garden. While it is being used as a peaceful home office with built-in shelving and a desk, it would also be ideal as a child’s room as it is incredibly quiet. Next door, the first bathroom uses a modern take on a period style with patterned floor tiles and a spacious walk in shower with a traditional rainfall showerhead.

Bedrooms two and three are charming double rooms with whitewashed floors and built-in wardrobes. The smaller room has a characterful wall mural which would appeal to all children in its dreamscape nature, but would be easy to remove for age appropriate occupants. Bedroom two spans the front of the house with another bow window to echo the one below. Traditional built-in wardrobes maximise the floor space and timber shutters bring blackout tranquillity to weekend lie-ins.

A further flight rises to the second-floor principal bedroom suite which spans the upper floor with incredible views over the local historic landscape to the sea – reminding you just how close to the coast you are here. The en suite is a great size with a full bath and shower attachment and there is a vast amount of storage in the eaves.

Agent’s thoughts:
Light, stylish and wonderfully spacious, this is a property which needs to be seen to be admired. Spread over three storeys with its own entrance and private garden, it feels like a full house than a maisonette. The location will hugely appeal to families who will appreciate the schools in catchment – ideal for all ages.

Owners’ thoughts:
“We have adored every second of living here, raising our family in one of the best locations in the city. There is a unique energy to both Regency Square and Brunswick Town, and a tangible sense of community. You can walk everywhere, and there are some beautiful parks and gardens to enjoy. For sea swimming you are in the perfect spot and the schools are amazing. The house itself is great for entertaining and we have loved breathing new life into a period property – we will miss it here.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 7 min walk
Train Station: Brighton Station 12-15 min walk
Seafront or Park: St Ann’s Well Gardens 8 min walk, Seafront 4 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, Newman College, MET, Varndean College
Private: Brighton College, Brighton & Hove School for Girls, Lancing Prep.

This beautiful home is perfectly situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this property also offers easy access to Brighton Station which has direct and fast links to the universities, airports and London.

This beautiful home is perfectly situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this property also offers easy access to Brighton Station which has direct and fast links to the universities, airports and London.