Marine Parade, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

A prime 1st buy or fabulous rental this stylish, 1 bed apartment within a seafront, Grade II listed Regency building is a dream coastal retreat. Set well back from the coast road where local beaches have waterfront art galleries, a Lido, Yoga centre and bistro bars it’s good to go with a generous 61.19m2 (658.64 sq. ft.) of well -proportioned rooms to deliver a sociable lifestyle- and there’s a bonus of a spacious loft room and a workstation in the generous hallway. Just a 10 min scenic stroll along the promenade from the legendary Lanes, local employers including the County Hospital are within walking distance and Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London are about 7-10 minutes by cab.

On the quiet, west side of a building attributed to Busby & Wilds, this private eyrie on the 3rd floor soars above a quiet one way street and has a dual aspect entrance hall large enough for a workstation. The inviting living dining room has large windows in the graceful bow to bring in plenty of sunlight and balances fuss free comfort with a stylish finish for entertaining. Streamlined, the central kitchen is good to go with a designer finish, the double bedroom is generous with organised storage in place and the luxury bathroom is light and airy. With the fashionable shops, cafés and restaurants of Kemptown which hosts Pride around the corner, now is the time to buy with substantial improvements taking place along the seafront.


In brief:
Style 3rd floor apartment in Grade II listed building
Type 1 double bedroom, 1 bathroom, living dining room, kitchen, loft room
Area Kemptown seafront
Floor Area Please see floor plan
Outside Space N/A
Parking Permit Zone C
Council Tax Band: A

Why you’ll like it:
On our famous, Regency seafront in a convenient spot with independent shops, cafés and bars (and So-Ho House) on your doorstep but out of hearing, this fabulous find is within an impressive end of terrace listed building. On a quiet one way street where the permit parking has no list, the grand entrance to the west wing of the property is secure, and this apartment is found on the 3rd floor.

Inside, the hushed entrance hall of dual aspect is bright and cheerful with built in shelving, wooden floor and a workstation, and ahead an elegant living dining room invites company as a generous 6.95 x 3.98m (22’9 x 13’0), delivers ample space to create defined areas for seating and eating. With ceiling high windows following the curve of the building it’s always an inviting space to relax in – and it’s the ideal place for friends to gather before a day on the beach or exploring the exciting night life of the city.

Across a broad central lobby with good storage, the streamlined kitchen is skilfully planned with plenty of units and stylish working surfaces. Designed for every day, but also big enough to cater for parties, it’s good to go. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, an electric hob and brand new oven beneath a hood, and there is plumbing for a washing machine. The sink also has a filtered water tap.

Next door, a spacious bathroom has a classic finish with a shower above the bath, natural light and a vanity unit beneath the hand basin for lotions and potions. Close by, the double bedroom is a quiet and comfortable refuge ready for your move with carpet underfoot, double glazed windows and a whole wall of organised storage to fill.

Agent Says:
“Just a few steps from the seafront, although this spot is fashionable and only a short walk into the historic heart of the city, it is tucked away from the crowds of tourists.”

Owner’s secret:
“Grade II listed, the building is beautiful and you step out of the main entrance to amazing sea views! All of the rooms are big, bright and inviting and the extra space in the hallway and the loft room is a great bonus. There is a lovely community on St James’s Street and there’s something for everyone of any age here: You can spend time on the beach, enjoy the fresh local produce on offer, explore the local cafés and restaurants or walk into Brighton’s lanes which cluster around the Royal Pavilion – about a 10 min walk. If you love the sea, the Marina is also within walking distance and buses will take you into the city, along the coast or to the National Park.”

What’s around you:
Shops: Local 1 minute, The Lanes 10 to walk, 7ish by cab
Train Station: Brighton 10-15 by bus
Seafront or Park: Seafront opposite, Queen’s Park 8 on foot, 3 minutes by car

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

In a great location opposite beaches with cafés, volleyball courts, zip wire and our new Lido, the Royal Pavilion, arts venues and Lanes of central Brighton are all within a 10 minute scenic stroll along the seafront or past the lively bars and restaurants of St James’ Street (which hosts Pride) too! Kemptown has plenty of small supermarkets, pharmacies and post offices as well as an al fresco lifestyle and it hosts the hospitals, Amex and good schools including Brighton College. Buses serve the whole of the city of Brighton & Hove, and the proximity to Brighton train station with its fast link to Gatwick and London makes commuting possible. For those who need a car, the coast road takes you into or out of the city or to the National Park and the A23/27 are easy to reach.