Dukes Lane, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

Get the party started! In a prime location at the vibrant heart of Duke’s Lane just a stroll from the sea, this fabulous 2 bed maisonette has a sunny, south facing terrace as well as a spacious balcony above the vibrant, pedestrian lane beneath – and comes with secure gated access with rare, allocated parking. In an expert development within historic picturesque lanes, it’s surrounded by restaurants, bars and shopping. Good to go and once a successful BnB, it’s a luxury coastal retreat or high end investment where Brighton Station’s direct trains to Brighton, Gatwick and London are a 10 min walk - past more shopping or through gardens with fountains.

The apartment is accessed via security doors located at the top and bottom ends of Dukes Lane, a south facing terrace is large enough for a table and chairs, and inside offers 76.36m2 (821.92 sq. ft.) for an easy, sociable lifestyle only great contemporary design delivers. The stylish, sun-lit living dining room has space to share and opens to the glamorous balcony looking over Duke’s Lane. A separate, contemporary kitchen has a streamlined finish and perfect for visitors or if you want to share, upstairs 2 generous double bedrooms each have fitted wardrobes and don’t share a wall, and a luxury bathroom has a high end finish.

Homes in this exclusive, private terrace do not appear on the market often as although quietly tucked away, the location is super- fashionable with everything this vibrant resort has to offer on the doorstep, buses to every part of the city and swift access along the A23/A27 to the countryside of the National Park, the M23 or County Town of Lewes.

In brief:
Style: 2 bed terraced maisonette in expert development in famous lanes
Type 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, living dining room, kitchen
Area South Lanes
Floor Area Please see floor plan
Outside Space South terrace, balcony above Duke’s Lane
Parking Gated allocated space
Council Tax Band D

Why you’ll like it:

Surrounded by chic shopping, international restaurants, fashionable bars and glamorous arts venues this is an electrifying part of our glittering party resort – but at the heart of the pedestrian Dukes Lane, set within the historic South Lane you can enjoy the graceful Regency architecture and unique atmosphere of the picturesque heart of the city too.

Tucked away with secure access from the gated car park or the lane itself, this secret retreat is on the first floor above commercial premises, reached via shared stairs. This small terrace of homes is set back from a common path by broad south facing terraces, each with their own character and with delineated space to enjoy the sunshine.

Inside, the inviting living dining room has crisp contemporary lines, oak flooring and spot lit ceiling. With plenty of space for work rest and play – and even a built in desk in the south bay, this room sweeps open to a spacious balcony ideal for friends to spill out to and soak up the unique atmosphere of this exciting, central location – unseen from below. On trend, the kitchen is separately tucked away from the social flow in its own space with streamlined units, practical layout and working surfaces. High spec appliances include a gas hob, fan oven and hood, and there’s plumbing for a washing machine, so you are good to go.

Upstairs, the light and airy bathroom has a luxury finish with a dual head shower above the bath, a vanity unit beneath the hand basin and warming rails for towels. Two, double bedrooms are generous sizes – important if you are sharing or inviting guests for a weekend- and are comfortable with simple but stylish decoration and fitted wardrobes to fill.

Agent says:

“Brighton has beautiful beaches, a busy nightlife and lively inclusive community. This fantasy retreat is within a gated terrace in an exclusive location with everything you could possibly want within walking distance whatever your mood. Please contact our sales team ASAP if you’d like to view.”

Owner’s secret:

“I have owned this property for almost 30 years, despite being in the heart of it all, the property is wonderfully calm and peaceful – a perfect little oasis! Close to the beach and fabulous shopping the apartment is easy to live in with a free flow from the quiet sun terrace at the front to the balcony over the lane, both perfect for meeting to decide how we will spend our weekends – and which events to enjoy. Warm in the winter but light and airy during summer, the terrace is friendly and is secure, and the location suits a busy lifestyle with instant access to everything this coastal resort has to offer – and we also have almost 24hr transport links to the stations and airports, although once through the gates and up to the terrace, you would never know!”

What’s around you:
Shops: On the doorstep
Train Station: Brighton10 on foot, 6 by cab
Seafront or Park: Seafront 4mins walk, Old Steine Gardens 6 mins walk

Closest schools:
Primary: Carden Hill Primary
Secondary: Dorothy Stringer, Varndean
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, MET, BIM, Varndean
Private: Brighton College, Brighton and Hove High

In a very fashionable location with an unpretentious vibe, friendly local amenities and surrounded by great shopping, restaurants, bars, theatres and music venues, this luxury maisonette offers easy access to the Brighton lifestyle with something to fit every mood. Convenient for the art colleges, universities and major employers it is well served for parks and gardens which provide cool green spaces and host events in our famous city festivals. Close to the commercial districts and international cultural heart of the city, the whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach on foot, by bus, rental bike or by car as the A23 and A27 are just minutes away, and Brighton Station serves Lewes, Gatwick and London.