Holland Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3

** Guide Price £200,000 - £220,000**

Spacious and well-presented; this two-bedroom flat resides in Amber Court; a high-quality development of sheltered apartments, designed for the over 60s who want to live independently, but with the peace of mind a secure and social environment brings. This smart building is located just north of Palmeira Square where you’ll find shops, cafes and transport links, and you are also just a stroll away from the beaches at Hove. There’s a residents’ lounge where weekly social events are held, plus 24-hour alarm systems in every flat, so you can ensure complete peace of mind.


Style: 1st floor flat in a retirement development
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 1 shower room, 1living/dining room, 1 kitchen
Location: Palmeira/Central Hove
Floor Area: Please see floor plan
Outside: Communal gardens
Parking: Communal car park
Council Tax Band: D

Why you’ll like it:
Amber Court is a sizable development with a smart exterior in red brick, located close to St Ann’s Well Gardens and the clean beaches of Hove. There is wheelchair access throughout and lifts taking you up through the floors, plus there are often events held in the communal lounge including fish and chip evenings, and daily coffee mornings, yoga and bingo; as well as being a place for general socialising between the residents and staff.

This flat is on the first floor and while it is simple in design, it is also very accessible, with spacious rooms, and 24 hour alarm cords for safety. Stepping inside, the entrance hall is welcoming with soft carpet underfoot and deep storage cupboards to ensure the flat remains clutter free.

First to the right, the sitting room and dining room is bright and airy with ample space for relaxing on homely furnishings and for formal dining alongside the adjoining kitchen. During the cooler seasons, an electric fire adds warmth and atmosphere, while in summer, plenty of natural light and a cool coastal breeze flows through the windows from the east. While bijou, the kitchen is incredibly well designed with plenty of useful storage alongside an integrated hob and fan oven which has been placed in a tower for easy access when cooking and cleaning. Space has been left for a tall fridge freezer and a dishwasher or washing machine – although there are laundry facilities within the building too.

Uniquely, the flat has two double bedrooms, allowing couples to have separate bedrooms, or for guests to stay. It may be ideal to have a second room for hobbies or storage too, so it is a huge bonus for this apartment. Each room has built-in storage, yet the principal room has extra deep wardrobes with full height mirrors to bounce the light around. These rooms share use of the shower room across the hall which has a roomy shower with easy access and plenty of storage for toiletries and towels.

Agent’s thoughts:
These are excellent retirement homes due to their size and location. There is so much to enjoy within walking distance and the transport links are excellent, allowing complete independence. Cats and dogs are generally allowed but you will need permission from the warden/landlord first.

Owner’s thoughts:
“This is a wonderfully friendly building to live in, and you feel so well looked after - it’s more like being in a hotel than just at home, and there’s so much to do so close by.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 3 min walk, city centre 10 min bus ride
Train Station: Hove Station 10 min walk
Seafront or Park: St Ann’s Well Gardens 5 min walk and Seafront 8 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College

This homely flat is 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 house also offers easy access to Hove Station which has direct and fast links to the airports and London.