Croft Road, Brighton, BN1

GUIDE PRICE: £850,000--£900,000.

QUIET LOCATION.

GOOD SIZE REAR GARDEN.

CHAIN FREE.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

A private retreat set in extensive grounds this luxury 5 bed detached house with an integrated garage and off street parking is on an exclusive no through road just 10 minutes from central Brighton, 5 from Preston Park Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London and 3 from one of the best primary schools in the county. Architect designed, it makes the most of the uninterrupted light and expansive open views which stream in from the back and all 234.8m2 (2527 sq. ft.) deliver quiet, spacious rooms to enjoy with a contemporary, easy flow for entertaining and large comfortable rooms for the family.

An impressive split level living dining room frames fabulous valley views and opens to a spacious sun deck which steps down to the garden for entertaining, whilst the sociable kitchen breakfast room is good to go with a high spec finish. Quiet and comfortable, the study/consulting room is private within the home, and by the front door, visitors won’t disturb the main house. Upstairs, all of the bedrooms are peaceful doubles with a fabulous finish and none are directly overlooked. The private principal enjoys the stunning valley view and a chic en-suite, whilst at the top, the guest room, also en-suite, is also not overlooked.

Between Gatton and Preston Parks with swift access to the sea, water sports, countryside of the National Park by cycle, bus or car with the gym and sports facilities (and restaurant) of Withdean Stadium a 5 min walk, there is something for everyone of any age to experience. Well connected with bus routes, for professionals London Road at the bottom of the hill, a 7 min walk, will take you into or out of the city in minutes.


Style: Detached contemporary house
Type: 5 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en-suite) + GF W.C., living room, dining room, study, kitchen, extra utility area in the garage
Location: Withdean
Area: 2097 sq.ft
Outside: Landscaped wrap around gardens with sun deck, paved seating area and lawns
Parking: Integrated garage, off street parking for several cars
Council Tax Band: G

Why you’ll like it:
Tucked away on an exclusive cul de sac in one of our city’s most prestigious areas, this fabulous house has a stylish interior blending sophisticated living with subtle home comforts which include double glazing.

The Approach and Hallway:
At the front, skilled landscaping by the garage and smart off street parking delivers an impressive approach. Through the front door, a wide, welcoming hallway has oak underfoot to put visitors at ease and there’s an immediate feeling of space as there’s an intriguing view through the house to the open view whilst at the foot of the stairs there’s a cupboard for coats and a guest w.c discreetly tucked away.

The Living Room and Dining Room:
Glazed doors at the end of the hallway sweep open to a glamorous, sun-lit retreat, lined with full height windows to flood the space with light and French doors which open to a sun deck which becomes a natural extension of the rooms. Running across the back of the house, the galleried dining area offers versatile areas where guests can relax and enjoy the stunning view in rare seclusion. Broad, central steps lead down to the impressive living room, where friends and family can enjoy the leafy vista even whilst seated whilst the engineered oak underfoot (real oak would buckle and crack beneath the high summer sun) allows an easy flow through to the sun deck and garden.

The Sun Deck, Garden and Garage:
Level with the house, the glamorous, lit sun deck is ideal for al fresco dining, looking over the sweeping valley and the lawns below. Stepping down to a large, paved seating terrace for parties, the garden is full of birdsong - and with those breathtaking views it is easy to forget that you are 10 minutes from central Brighton! A blank canvas for you to make your own, the garden wraps around the house with nooks and crannies to explore, and surrounded by fencing it is child and pet secure.

At the front, the smart hard standing is large enough for several cars and has a power point for charging cars, and the house and driveway is mostly screened from the quiet cul de sac by evergreen planting. The garage, with a remote controlled door is a good size with direct access to the house, so no more getting wet whilst unpacking the car, and is large enough to accommodate an extra storage and utility area.

The Kitchen Breakfast Room:
Perfect for time together – but also for catering for large numbers- the kitchen breakfast room is skilfully designed with so much storage that the streamlined stone surfaces remain clutter free. There is plenty of space for a big family table in the front bay and good to go, high- spec appliances include a gas hob beneath a hood, a Neff micro combi oven plus a fan oven in a tower, a fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.

Three First Floor Double Bedrooms and Bathroom:
On the first floor, at the front of the house two bedroom are quiet, comfortable doubles with tasteful decoration, so you won’t need to change a thing. At the back of the house, the third double room has inspiring open views, space for study and fitted wardrobes to fill.

Central to the hallway and designed with practicality in mind, the stylish family bathroom has a shower above the bath, a vanity unit beneath the hand basin, natural light and warming rails for towels.

The Principal Suite, 4th Bed:
All about relaxing in a stunning setting, the principal bedroom is a soothing refuge where the open leafy views change with the seasons and offer a distant, glittering cityscape at night. Completely private with calm decoration and ample floorspace even with a large bed in situ it’s a delight to return to, and the commitment to comfort continues in the fabulous, en-suite shower room.

The Guest Suite, 5th Bed:
Gleaming in designer paper, guests will love the secret bedroom at the top where Velux frame the night sky, carpet muffles footfall and there’s access to under eave storage as well as to a deep storeroom.

Agent Says:
“With an elegant interior, stunning views and spacious sunny garden, this immaculate home offers schools, parks, shops and a station to London within a 5 min radius and it’s the perfect setting for those who want to enjoy the sociable lifestyle of our vibrant and inclusive coastal city, but return to peace, privacy and parking.”

Owner’s Secret:
“Light streams through the house, which is always welcoming even in winter. The easy, flow to the sociable sun deck is perfect for entertaining as well as for personal time for us when guests/children are in bed! The area is safe and quiet with friendly and considerate neighbours, you can walk to the train station and we are also close to bus routes, so you can be free from the car. Convenient for nights out locally, in Brighton, Hove - or the West End as Preston Park Station has direct trains to Gatwick and London- it is also ideal if you have children as there’s a choice of good schools and parks nearby so it would be easy to meet people either at the school gate or in the local parks.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 2 mins
Station: Preston Park 5 mins, Brighton or Hove Stations about 10
Seafront or Park: Withdean, Gatton and Preston Park all under 5 mins, Seafront 15

Closest schools:
Primary: Westdene, Bilingual, Lancing Prep
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, Varndean, MET, BIM
Private: Brighton College, Brighton & Hove High, Lancing, Roedean

Known as Brighton’s very own Hollywood Hills, Withdean is an exclusive area of the city between the sea and the South Downs National Park. Although the thriving city centre’s just minutes away, this prestigious no through road is quiet with plenty of amenities nearby, local schools are good and there’s access to some of the best private schools in the county, including Brighton College. Withdean Sports Stadium has a range of leisure facilities including a gym, tennis courts and athletic track, and by it, Withdean Woods Nature Reserve has its own community of joggers and dog walkers. Hove & Preston Parks are all a short drive each with sports facilities, fun runs and cafés, and their playgrounds are full of local parents - and Gatton Park, which is a 10 minute walk, is a well-kept neighbourhood secret! For those who need swift access to Gatwick or London, Brighton, Preston Park and Hove Stations are all easy to reach by foot, bus or cab and access to the A23/ A27 is quick.