Jersey Street, Brighton

Elevated on Brighton’s most famous city centre hill, this sunny and deceptively spacious home forms part of the colourful, family friendly community in Hanover. It is incredibly quiet for somewhere so central, with the city, the sea and the rolling hills of the South Downs all within walking distance. For families, the local schools within catchment are among the best in the city, making this a fantastic home for anyone looking to live close to all the best elements this vibrant coastal city has to offer.

Jersey Street is tucked away at the lower, southerly end of Hanover, giving residents easy access to the city centre and station on foot, while avoiding the steepest part of the hill when walking home! The road is particularly pretty with Victorian terraced homes painted in a rainbow of bright, complementary colours; a scheme which has become synonymous with the Hanover area. This house stands out in turquoise blue, paired perfectly with a powder pink front door, offering an insight to the clever use of colour found inside this stylish home.

Original wood flooring flows along the hall where natural light streams in from the west via a tall window on the stairwell. The first versatile room sits to the left and is currently used as a generous home office, although it would house a double bed or comfortable sofas should you wish to use it as a second reception room. It is carpeted for warmth and comfort, while the window is dressed in white shutters to give complete privacy from the street.

Next door, the bathroom is particularly spacious with a modern take on a period scheme. A roll top freestanding bath allows for complete relaxation with space to sit at either end, or for bathing little ones. A separate shower with rainfall head is in place for waking up in the morning before work and a traditional column radiator warms the space during winter.

Downstairs is completely open plan with clearly defined areas for formal dining, relaxed seating and cooking in the open plan kitchen. While it is technically a lower ground space from the front of the building, it opens completely to the garden at the rear, allowing plenty of natural light to stream through. It is clear the current owners have a refined eye for colour, using the perfect balance of bold with monochrome tones to define the seating area which feels cosy and homely during the cooler seasons when the wood burning stove is lit. During summer, the party or family meal can spill outside to the garden which becomes a perfect extension of the space, bathed in sunshine from the south and west due to the open aspect on the hill. It is decked ensuring it is perfectly low maintenance, allowing new owners to add their own colour and scent with potted plants and furnishings.

Returning inside, the kitchen, while open to the room, is recessed in a galley style so it does not dominate the space. Black cabinetry paired with oak worktops compliments the style of the main room, offering plenty of storage and food preparation space. While the oven, microwave and induction hob are integrated, space and plumbing have been left for a washing machine, dishwasher and a tall fridge freezer – all of which may be available by separate negotiation.

Upstairs on the first floor are two attractive double bedrooms with space for double beds and freestanding furnishings within the alcoves. While the far-reaching views begin from the stairwell, they come into their own from the rear bedroom, now taking your line of sight across the rooftops of Hanover to the grand structures of St Bartholomew’s Church with its vast stained-glass window, and the Victorian viaduct, then to the rolling hills of the South Downs in the far distance. These views sit below open skies which light up at sunset and sparkle with stars at night creating a wonderful backdrop to the room.

Elevated higher on the top floor, the principal bedroom suite is particularly light and airy with a full width dormer ensuring headroom is not compromised. A full height window allows the views to be enjoyed from the bed, and a wall of built-in wardrobes maximises the floor space. A retro palette has been used in the en suite shower room to great effect, where an oversized showerhead ensures complete rejuvenation after a long day.

Vendor's Comments: - “Hanover has a great reputation for both families and professionals for good reason. There is a palpable sense of community here and there is so much to enjoy nearby on foot for families with children of all ages. The schools are great, and you can walk into the city, to the beach or to the park with ease. Queens Park is at the top of the hill and there are some fantastic foodie pubs dotted all over Hanover too – ideal for a Sunday Roast! We have also loved spending time at home with friends and family as it’s perfectly spacious and the garden is a fantastic space for eating outside as the weather warms.”

Education: - Primary: Carlton Hill Primary, Elm Grove Primary
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College, Lancing College Prep, Montessori

Good To Know: - Hanover continues to be one of the most popular locations for families and professionals to live when moving to the city. It ticks so many boxes with its vibrant and welcoming community; colourful terraced houses; foodie pubs; incredible hilltop views and its close proximity to excellent schools, Brighton Station and the city centre. Both Brighton and Sussex Universities are nearby and transport links are excellent with buses stopping nearby taking you throughout the city and beyond, plus the trainline from Brighton Station (walking distance) gets you into London in under an hour. Further up the hill you find The South Downs Way and Queens Park, or Brighton Seafront is just 10-15-minutes on foot – downhill all the way. The city centre shops, North Laine District and Lewes Road amenities are also nearby, so this stylish home sits on some of the most prime land in the country.