New Steine, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

Enjoy the best of Brighton from this fabulous, 2 bed apartment on an historic, seafront garden square where guests can spill out to a sunny balcony to enjoy holiday views over the gardens to the glittering pier and the sea. Good to go, this glamorous apartment offers classical beauty, a design-led open plan finish, a luxury bathroom and private double bedrooms on split levels. Between beaches with café bars and the legendary shops, bars and restaurants of St James’s Street (on the pride route!) the location’s prime just 5 mins walk from the pier, famous arts venues and the historic South Lanes which lead from the beach to the Royal Pavilion, with Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London 7 minutes by cab, 10 by bus or 15 on foot.

A great opportunity to snap up a fabulous retreat within walking distance of major employers as well as the city’s major attractions, this bohemian quarter of Kemptown has a relaxed, al fresco lifestyle. Particularly popular with health, flight and artistic professionals as the theatres of Brighton and Opera house at Glyndbourne are easy to reach, the County Hospital is a 15 minute stroll, there’s a coach to the airport from the Old Steine and the Gatwick Express from the station also stops at Victoria for the West End.


In brief:
Style 1st floor apartment in historic garden square between St James’s Street & the sea
Type 2 double bedrooms, bathroom, open plan living dining room kitchen
Area Kemptown
Floor Area Please see floorplan
Outside Space West balcony, garden square
Parking Permit Zone C
Council Tax Band: A

Why You’ll Like It:
Chic and central, now is the time to buy this fabulous apartment in an exclusive location above an historic garden square with beautiful architecture, tucked away between Kemptown’s famous seafront and vibrant St James’s Street. Once home to actor/producer Stanley Drewitt, the grand entrance is secure and inside new life breathes through this sensitively converted building which retains the integrity of the property with the original staircase unspoilt and only one apartment on each floor.

Inside, the L shaped hallway gives an instant feeling of space and ahead, with the wow factor from the moment you step in, sunlight streams through the impressive reception which celebrates Brighton’s heritage. A bay of triple windows rise from the oak floor to over 2.73m and open to a beautiful balcony, perfect for friends to spill out to and bathe in the unique atmosphere of this fashionable seafront square, watch the open water, enjoy the pier coming to life at night -and enjoy the changing of the seasons in the gardens which have a famous statue by Romany Mark Bruce.

The broad sash window of the kitchen area brings extra light into the space which has ample space in which to entertain, and this sophisticated room flows around a sociable central island with hygienic, marbled surfaces. Good to go the kitchen is high end with a Zanussi touch induction hob, hood and oven as well as a washing machine, dishwasher and fridge and freezer.
Quiet and comfortable at the back of the building, the first of the double rooms has the restful proportions only historic properties deliver and custom made wardrobes to fill, and with lower buildings behind, it is very private.

Downstairs, the bathroom is a luxury haven lined in Travertine marble where the inset shelf above the hand basin is downlit, the floor is non-slip and there’s a shower above the bath as well as warming rails for towels. Looking south for the sun, the second double room is a generous size, light airy and stylish which is also not overlooked. Perfect.

Agent says:
“Good to go as a luxury buy or high end rental, this stylish apartment offers the best of the Brighton lifestyle in a great, central position close to the beach but with plentiful permit parking with no waiting list- and it would also be a fabulous lock up and leave.”

Owner’s secret:
“You can dive into – or out of- Brighton’s famous lifestyle in this light and spacious apartment in a great position with the sea, world famous shops, restaurants and bars on the doorstep and the Dome, Corn Exchange and Theatre Royal all a scenic stroll through by the fountains of the Steine Gardens to the gardens of the Royal Pavilion, which are also popular for lunch. Inside, light pours through the whole apartment – the bedrooms enjoy the morning sun and every day, there’s no place better to be than sitting in the front bay, enjoying the warmth of the afternoon sunshine, the colours of the sunsets and planning our weekend together.”

Where it is:
Shops: St James’s Street 1 min walk, Pavilion, Georgian Lanes and North Laine 3
Train Station: 10 minutes by bus 15-20 on foot
Seafront or Park: Seafront 1 min, public garden square outside, Queen’s Park 7 mins walk

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

Between the seafront with beach bars, cafes and restaurants to explore and the famous shops, restaurants, bars and cafés of St James’s Street (which hosts a Pride party) this fantastic central location with a holiday feel is also within a short stroll of the picturesque heart of the city with international shopping, restaurants, clubs, cinemas and theatres. Conveniently located for major employers - the Law Courts, Police Station, Amex and the hospitals- it is surrounded by parks and gardens which provide inviting green spaces and host events in our numerous festivals. Close to the Lanes at and the city centre, the whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach and the station with its fast trains to the airports and London is a 15-20 minute walk-past more cafes, shops and restaurants- or 7 mins by cab.