Withdean Rise, Brighton

* Guide Price £950,000 - £975,000 *

Tucked away from London Road within a smart and leafy close, this four-bedroom house is both peaceful and incredibly well-connected to the city and beyond. Neo-Georgian in style, this 1970s build has bright and spacious rooms ideal for both entertaining and family time, and the generous garden wraps right around the house to include a sweet wooded copse.

As you step into this beautifully designed home, you are greeted by a spacious and welcoming entrance hall, offering ample space to hang coats and store shoes. Conveniently positioned alongside is a deep storage cupboard, providing plenty of room to keep everything organised. Additionally, there is a ground-floor WC, which is an essential feature in any family home, ensuring practicality and ease of use. From here, two doors open into different sections of the expansive reception room and kitchen. Once separate spaces, they have since been combined to create an extraordinary, sociable area perfect for modern living. The floor plan forms a large L-shape, maximising space while offering distinct areas for relaxing, formal dining, and cooking. Each zone is beautifully defined by varying floor finishes: sleek porcelain tiles in the kitchen complementing the fine-quality, timber laminate flooring that extends throughout the rest of the living areas.

Natural light pours in from the floor-to-ceiling windows that span the south, east, and west-facing walls, ensuring the space is flooded with sunlight throughout the day. This abundance of light transforms the space into a delightful extension of the home during the warmer months, with glazed doors leading seamlessly from the living area to the rear patio. In the colder months, this large, open-plan space becomes a cosy haven where the whole family can gather around the warmth of the fireplace and enjoy time together on plush sofas.

The high-spec kitchen is a true highlight, designed with both style and functionality in mind. Glossy white units at both base and wall levels are complemented by light-grey stone worktops that beautifully match the porcelain tiles beneath. The kitchen features an integrated range of top-of-the-line appliances, including a dishwasher, washing machine, dual ovens, gas hob, and sink with designer taps. There's also space for an American-style fridge-freezer, ensuring that you have plenty of storage for all your culinary needs. With views from every angle looking out to the lush garden or the peaceful close, you’ll feel connected to nature even while preparing meals. Adjacent to the kitchen is a dedicated baking room, equipped with everything you could need for baking bread, cakes, and more. Alternatively, this room can be used as a larder or additional storage space, offering flexibility to suit your needs.

The property is set within a slight hill, giving the garden a unique tiered layout with four flat terraces. Two of these terraces are beautifully landscaped with lush lawns and bordered by vibrant flower beds, adding colour and life to the space. Between the lawns are two patio areas, ideal for dining alfresco and enjoying the outdoors. Thanks to the property's position within the close, these spaces are not overlooked, ensuring privacy and a peaceful atmosphere. The garden also includes two sheds for storing garden tools, furniture, and play equipment, as well as a charming summer house. This outdoor retreat has been thoughtfully fitted with power points and lighting, making it perfect for use as an outdoor office or a quiet sanctuary for reading and relaxation. One of the unique features of this property is the wooded area that runs along the north/east side of the house, providing a magical and private play area for children or a serene spot to unwind amidst nature.

Upstairs, the home boasts four well-appointed bedrooms. There are three generous double bedrooms and a roomy single bedroom, all featuring plush carpeting for added warmth and comfort. The master bedroom is particularly impressive, with stylish, distressed-painted floorboards adding a touch of rustic charm. A large built-in wardrobe provides ample storage space, and the en suite bathroom is nothing short of luxurious. The en suite features a contemporary freestanding bathtub, elegantly positioned beneath a vaulted ceiling, creating a spa-like atmosphere perfect for relaxing after a long day. The second bedroom offers direct access to a sunny east-facing balcony, where you can enjoy stunning views of the treetops in Preston Valley. The main bathroom is equally stylish, with striking geometric floor tiles, cream brick wall tiles, and a modern white bath suite that includes a separate rainfall shower, offering a contemporary and functional design.

The property also benefits from off-road parking for up to four vehicles, with space both on the driveway and in the garage. Its location offers excellent transport links, with Preston Park Station just minutes away, providing regular, fast services to the city center, universities, airports, and even London. The A23/A27 is also within easy reach, making travel simple and convenient. Families with children will appreciate the proximity to some of the city's best schools, as well as the two beautiful parks and the Withdean Sports Complex, all within walking distance. These local amenities provide endless options for outdoor activities and entertainment.

The house has been meticulously modernized throughout, blending contemporary finishes with its characterful features to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Situated in a highly sought-after area, this property is surrounded by local shops, green spaces, and recreational facilities. With the city center and beach just a short drive away, and excellent transport connections to major routes and stations, this home offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful retreat with easy access to everything Brighton has to offer. Whether you're drawn to the vibrant city life or the tranquil green spaces nearby, this home is perfectly positioned to suit all your lifestyle needs.