Lewes Crescent, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

With use of 7.5 acres of manicured gardens with a tunnel to the sea, this beautiful 3 bed maisonette is in Kemp’s Grade I Regency masterpiece, Lewes Crescent, one of the UK’s most important seafront treasures. Inside enjoys glorious period features include a marble fireplace in the living room and stained glass windows in the dining hall and principal bedroom whilst majestic Regency proportions deliver a sophisticated lifestyle with a spectacular coastal backdrop. Just 10 mins drive from Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London and about 7 by cab (or a scenic 25 min seafront stroll) from the picturesque cultural heart of the city, this property spans a sun-lit 108.38m2 (1166.59 sq. ft.) with restful rooms in which to spread your wings – and has plentiful permit parking with no waiting list.

Embracing picture perfect views over the grand buildings of Kemp’s vision of Belgravia by the Sea, there’s a beautiful, easy flow within this apartment. The impressive hallway is used as a spacious dining hall with original stain glass windows whilst the modern kitchen is separate and spacious. Ideal for friends or family, the first of the double bedrooms is quiet with a shower room next door and there is a separate w.c. tucked away. Upstairs, both the elegant reception and the second bedroom have glorious views over the famous enclosed gardens to the sea, whilst private at the back of the building, the principal bedroom is a luxury refuge.

Ideal for professionals, investors or a family, there are friendly local shops, cafés and bistro bars close by, and both the County Hospital and Brighton College are about an 8 min walk. Historic Kemptown has an al fresco lifestyle and plenty of amenities including a weekly farmer’s market, local beaches have café bars, volleyball courts, a Lido and yoga centre and the area is well served for green spaces which hold events during our legendary festivals.


In brief:
Style 2nd floor apartment in Grade I Regency garden crescent 1823-27
Type 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms + guest w.c., living room, kitchen
Area Kemptown
Floor Area Please see floor plan
Outside Space Grade II garden enclosures with tunnel to beach
Parking Permit zone H no waiting list
Council Tax Band: C

Why You’ll Like It:
Conceived by Thomas Kemp and built by Thomas Cubitt between 1823-1827, Grade I listed Lewes Crescent is recognised as one of the of the UK’s most important Regency treasures and is one of only a few in our coastal city which have private gardens for the residents, and is possibly the only listed Regency, garden development on a south facing seafront.

The impressive entrance has been sympathetically made secure and inside mahogany doors open to a grand communal hall with a marble floor and the original staircase which rises to this apartment on the second floor.

Inside, the dining hall is inviting with coloured, leaded windows and beautiful parquet flooring. There is plenty of space for a large dining table, a guest w.c. is tucked away, and there’s a cupboard for coats and bags. Close by but out of sight of the seated dining guests, the kitchen is bright and cheerful with a well-planned layout, sensible working surfaces and integrated appliances which include an electric hob and oven.

At the far end of the apartment, the guest bedroom is a comfortable double with a fitted wardrobe to one side of a classic fireplace, and looking across a quiet street at the back, it’s not directly overlooked. Next door, a spacious shower room also has plumbing for a utility machine.
Broad steps rise from the dining hall to the second floor, where the inspiring view from the two windows of the majestic living room frame expansive, ever changing views over manicured gardens and the English Channel. Inside has restful Regency proportions and classic wood floor, and there is an original marble fireplace.
Next door, the second double bedroom plenty of floorspace even with a double bed in situ and the magnificent view to the sea is instantly restful. Peaceful at the back, the principal bedroom is a calm and comfortable refuge with a leaded window and discreet hand basin.

Agent says:
“This prime maisonette is unusually large with beautiful period features, use of the famous, gated enclosures which lead to the beach and offers a rare chance to increase value.”

Owner’s secret:
“Surrounded by beautiful, Regency buildings you can be sociable in the gardens or entertain privately inside – where guests can enjoy glorious sea views. The rooms are unusually spacious and have an easy flow with plenty of space for people to mill around in. This is a special setting set around leafy, gated enclosures with a friendly, inclusive community and direct access to the beach – and we have plenty of permit parking with no waiting list! There is always something to enjoy here whatever you’re into and whatever age you are. Local amenities within walking distance include a High Street as well as popular café Marmalade and bistro bar Busby & Wilds around the corner, the nearby park leads to the open countryside of the Downs and there are new beach bars/cafés, a Lido, and a yoga centre to explore on the Kemptown seafront.”

What’s around you:
Shops: Local 3 minutes, Georgian Lanes a 20-25 minute walk, 7-10 by cab
Train Station: Brighton about 15 minutes by bus
Seafront or Park: The beach is reached through the tunnel in the gated gardens

Closest schools:
Primary: St Mark’s, Queen’s Park
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer
Private: Brighton College, Roedean, Brighton & Hove High

In one of Brighton’s most glamorous locations within walking distance of the Marina with its cosmopolitan waterfront restaurants, health club, shops and cinemas, this beautiful apartment has use of 7.5 acres of Grade II listed gardens and a tunnel to the sea for a reasonable annual fee. For the exclusive use of the residents of the Kemptown Estate they are not only private and secure, but also a social focal point of a vibrant and inclusive community. Past the County Hospital and award winning Brighton College, a 15 min walk takes you to the heart of Kemptown with its fashionable al fresco lifestyle, patisseries, bars and restaurants and hosts Pride, whilst a scenic 20-25 minute seafront stroll – or 7 minute cab ride- takes you to the picturesque cultural heart of our coastal resort.