Wilbury Villas, Hove, East Sussex, BN3

GUIDE PRICE £350,000 - £375,000

With high ceilings and a wealth of period features, this two-bedroom apartment offers plenty of living space in a highly sought-after location. Formed from the ground floor of a substantial Victorian villa in Central Hove, it is naturally spacious, and it enjoys a sunny east to west aspect ensuring it is filled with natural light throughout the day. There is potential to add value with some modernisation inside, yet it has a nicely neutral decoration at present which will be a blank canvas for the next occupants to put their own stamp on the place. Hove Station is within easy walking distance for the London commute, while the vibrant shops, restaurants, cafes and bars of both Church Road and Western Road are also nearby, as are some of the cleanest beaches along the coast. The schools within catchment are excellent as are transport links throughout the city by bus or car, yet there is so much to entertain you nearby, you will rarely venture further into or out of the city. With so many favourable attributes and the quintessential Hove lifestyle on your doorstep, this apartment would suit professionals, commuters, investors and small families alike, so it is sure to attract many.

Style: ground floor apartment in a semi-detached Victorian villa
Type: 2 bedrooms (1 double, 1 single), 1 bathroom, 1 living room, 1 kitchen
Location: Willett Estate Conservation Area
Floor Area: Please see floor plan
Parking: Parking Zone N
Tenure: Leasehold
Length of Lease: 982 years
Maintenance Fees: £528 P/A
Council Tax Band: B

Wilbury Villas runs north as a continuation of Wilbury Road which leads from the main thoroughfare of Church Road, so it is perfectly positioned to access Hove’s clean beaches and the cultural and social centres of both halves of this vibrant coastal city. It is tree-lined and characterised by substantial Edwardian homes bearing the architectural features of the era.
This house has been divided into two apartments with this one enjoying easy access on the ground floor. Stepping inside you are greeted into a wide and welcoming entrance hall with the living room and master bedroom spanning the front of the building.
Within the living room, the window spans the westerly wall bringing in a lovely afternoon light. Set well back from the road behind a leafy front garden, the room feels private from the street and there is ample space for relaxation and a small table and chairs within the bay if required.
Next door, the master bedroom shares the same private outlook and is a similar size allowing for a king size bed and several pieces of freestanding furnishings without compromising on floor space. Bedroom two sits to the side of the building and is a large single room ideal for a child or as a tranquil home office for those working from home.
Across the hall, the kitchen is well equipped with storage and has an integrated oven and gas hob, leaving space for a freestanding washing machine and an under counter fridge. It is here where value could be added with modernisation – although everything is in fine working order as it stands. Likewise, the bathroom is traditional with a shower over the bath, but it would be possible to create real impact in here with a little redesign.
Agent’s thoughts:
This flat not only has potential to add value in a highly prestigious location, it is also incredibly convenient for amenities and entertainment.
Owner’s secret:
“This area of Hove has such a great energy to it, and you cannot beat living so close to the beach and Hove Lawns in the summer. For somewhere so central, this apartment is incredibly peaceful, so you get the best of both worlds.”
Where it is:
Shops: Local 2 min walk, city centre 12-15 min walk
Train Station: Hove Station 6 min walk
Seafront or Park: Palmeira Gardens 1 min walk, Seafront 3 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College

This generous apartment 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 it also offers easy access to Hove Station and the A27/A23 which have direct and fast links to the airports and London