Pembroke Crescent, Hove, BN3

Homes in this exclusive conservation area are rare to the market and this glorious two bedroom house with a large front garden and a sunny, west facing patio is good to go as a home or high end investment. On a quiet, leafy street in a prime location 4 minutes on foot from the al fresco lifestyle of Church Road, 10 minutes’ walk from the beach and Hove Lawns (which hold events from keep fit classes to foodie festivals), Hove Station and its direct trains to London via Gatwick is also just a 14 minute stroll past shops and cafes – or 4 by cab. Inside the spacious reception has elegance and a streamlined electric fire, whilst a stylish, sun-lit kitchen diner invites company and opens to the patio which has a fabulous water feature. Upstairs, the meticulous attention to detail continues in the two peaceful double bedrooms, both of which enjoy high end shower rooms en suite.

A magnet for professionals, families and investors, Pembroke & Princes CA is surrounded by an al fresco lifestyle and plenty of amenities including a Tesco, the local primary school is outstanding and the area is well served for parks with sports facilities and playgrounds.

Style: Attached period building converted into luxury homes circa 21st century
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms en-suite, reception, kitchen diner
Area: Hove
Floor Area: 904 sq ft
Outside Space: West Patio, East Facing Garden
Parking: Permit zone R no list
Council: Tax Band C

Why you’ll like it:

In a sought after, prosperous area with a friendly community which has a What’s App group, enjoys street parties and has the vibrant Church Road around the corner, this property is pretty as a picture, tucked away behind an historic gate post and a large front garden, which some neighbours have made private by fencing. Radiating charm complete with a scented climber by the door it looks very traditional outside (although the custom made timber windows are energy efficient) and inside, a central hallway has wood underfoot and a deep storeroom, which was once a bathroom with concealed plumbing to prove it.
Bright and cheerful, the elegant reception is an inviting retreat to return to. Family and friend friendly, it has laminate flooring and plenty of space where guests can unwind in rare seclusion and enjoy the leafy view and a sleek, contemporary fire which ignites at the flick of a switch.

Across the hallway, the kitchen diner is ideal for entertaining, and with an engineered oak floor, practical work surfaces and ample storage in the attractive shaker units it is good to go. Well planned, integrated appliances include a touch induction hob, discreet hood and both a combi/grill and oven, and the careful design has acknowledged its unique west orientation with French Doors to the patio – so the room glows in the colours of the setting sun opposite. There is a fridge freezer and drier, a washing machine and dishwasher in place for your ease.

Child and pet secure, a lit, scented patio is a secret oasis ideal for entertaining in the afternoon and evening sunshine. With space for al fresco dining and a bike store, a flower bed at the south end is planted for all year interest with a bonus of a glamorous water feature, so it is easy to forget that you are just minutes away from the heart of a famous, international coastal resort!

Up beneath a window to bring light into the heart of the home, on each side of the first floor landing you are spoilt for choice as both peaceful rooms are beautiful with restful views. To the right, the generous double room is used for visitors. Simple but stylish with a deep closet and under eave storage, its chic en-suite has glitter panels in the walk in shower, a vanity unit beneath the hand basin and a lit mirror above it.

Across the hall, the principal suite is a dream come true with ample floorspace to play with and calm decoration. All about relaxing in a serene setting, it is not overlooked as lower buildings opposite the front garden and leafy avenue reveal a sea of gardens. Ramping up the glamour, the design-led en-suite shower room has a dual head shower system, a large lit mirror, a streamlined, curved vanity unit, a shaving point and lovely warm rails for towels. Perfect.

Agent’s Thoughts:

“With beaches, bars, cafés and restaurants, legendary festivals and international culture all on the doorstep you’ll return to peace, privacy and ample parking. Good to go as a home or for holidays with past rental yields available upon request it is ready to move into, and there are ways you could increase value, e.g. next door has moved the stairs and some neighbours have fenced the front gardens for privacy, or sacrificed a part of them for off street parking, stnc.”


Where it is:

Shops: Church Road & Blatchington Road 4 mins on foot, 1 by car, pedestrian George Street 5-10 mins walk
Train Station: Hove 14 mins walk (same parking zone)
Seafront or Park: Seafront & Hove Lagoon 2 mins by car 10 on foot, Wish Park 3 mins by car

Closest schools:

Primary: St Andrew’s C of E, West Hove
Secondary: Hove Park, Cardinal Newman,
Sixth Form: BHASVIC
Private: St Christopher’s Prep, Brighton College, Brighton & Hove High

Ideal if you require swift access to the airports, London or the coast, the vibrant al fresco lifestyle of the cafes and bars (and big Tesco) of Church Road are a stroll as are a wide range of amenities along Blatchington Road and the pedestrian George Street. Our famous pebble beaches are easy to get to and the water sports of Hove Lagoon and the sociable green spaces of Hove Lawns, which also host arts events during our legendary festivals, are easy to reach. Local schools are good with an outstanding primary within a 5 minute walk and Wish Park, which has a playground and café, is full of parents, so if you have a child, you will easily meet people if you are new to the city. An exceptionally convenient location, the whole of the city is easy to reach on foot, or by cab – and a regular bus service gives you and older children independence from a car.

Ideal if you require swift access to the airports, London or the coast, the vibrant al fresco lifestyle of the cafes and bars (and big Tesco) of Church Road are a stroll as are a wide range of amenities along Blatchington Road and the pedestrian George Street. Our famous pebble beaches are easy to get to and the water sports of Hove Lagoon and the sociable green spaces of Hove Lawns, which also host arts events during our legendary festivals, are easy to reach. Local schools are good with an outstanding primary within a 5 minute walk and Wish Park, which has a playground and café, is full of parents, so if you have a child, you will easily meet people if you are new to the city. An exceptionally convenient location, the whole of the city is easy to reach on foot, or by cab – and a regular bus service gives you and older children independence from a car.