Dorset Gardens, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2

Quietly positioned on a charming one way street overlooking a leafy garden square, this beautifully restored Grade II listed Regency townhouse is a rare and compelling find. Arranged over five elegant storeys and extending to approximately 2,070 sq ft (192.2 sq m), the house combines the grandeur and proportions of its 1790s origins with comprehensive modernisation, creating a refined yet highly practical family home.

Despite its prime central position between the seafront, St James’s Street and the new Edward Street Quarter/Amex office, the setting is remarkably peaceful. Full of natural light and rich period character, the property also boasts an exceptionally large, sunny garden, an increasingly rare luxury in this vibrant coastal quarter.

Why You’ll Love It
This elegant Regency home has been fully refurbished throughout, including rewiring, replumbing, replacement joists and windows, ensuring modern comfort and efficiency are seamlessly integrated with its historic charm including underfloor heating that runs throughout the lower ground floor

The handsome façade overlooks a tranquil garden square, with a classical pedimented entrance secured by an entry phone system. Inside, a tiled entrance lobby leads into a welcoming hallway with high ceilings and oak flooring, immediately setting the tone for the generous proportions and refined finish found throughout the house.

The Kitchen And Dining Room
Spanning the full depth of the property, the kitchen and dining room is both bright and beautifully proportioned, enjoying leafy views over the garden square to the front and the private garden to the rear. Arched recesses provide characterful shelving, while the kitchen itself is fitted with timeless white matt cabinetry, solid wood worktops and space for dishwasher.

A centrally positioned gas hob and electric oven make the space ideal for sociable cooking and entertaining. A useful boot room sits just off the hallway, with plumbing for washing machine and space for a dryer. The room provides direct access to the garden.

The Garden
A true highlight, the garden is exceptionally large for such a central location and cleverly zoned for modern family living. A tiled breakfast terrace sits immediately outside the house, leading to a family friendly astro turf lawn. Along the rear boundary runs a broad raised decked terrace, perfect for al fresco dining and evening entertaining.

Steps lead down to a further decked patio adjacent to the lower ground floor French doors, generous enough for table tennis, relaxed seating or play space, creating multiple areas to enjoy the garden throughout the day.

The Lower Ground Floor
Designed in an era that relied on natural light, the lower ground floor is surprisingly bright and retains its own independent street entrance, offering excellent flexibility. At the front is a generous double bedroom with fitted storage, while to the rear a high ceilinged living or play room opens directly onto the patio.

A contemporary galley kitchen sits alongside a stylish vaulted wet room with rainfall shower and WC. Cleverly arranged, the plumbing for a washing machine is integrated beside a hand basin. This level could easily be made self contained, making it ideal for guests, older children, home working or potential income use.

The First Floor Reception
Ascending the staircase, a discreet cloakroom serves guests before arriving at the impressive first floor reception room. Flooded with natural light and leafy views, this elegant space offers excellent flexibility for both relaxing and entertaining.

Original marble fireplaces, blending period grandeur with contemporary convenience. Light and airy in summer, it transforms into a warm and welcoming retreat during the cooler months.

Adjacent to the main living room, the study or bedroom is a wonderfully quiet and versatile space. Enjoying views over the rear garden, it features its own period fireplace and offers an ideal setting for home working, a guest bedroom or a peaceful snug, further enhancing the flexibility of this beautifully proportioned home.

The Principal Suite
The second floor is dedicated to relaxation. The principal bedroom spans the full width of the house, enjoying sweeping views across the garden square and rooftops to glimpses of the sea, visible even from bed thanks to the open outlook.

The luxurious en suite bathroom features a deep shaped bath with dual headed pumped shower, heated towel rail and extensive built in storage. A generous dressing area provides ample wardrobe space.

The Top Floor
The top floor hosts two further restful bedrooms. Both with fitted wardrobes, one benefits from open urban views, while the other bedroom enjoys remarkable panoramic vistas across the evolving city, stretching from the sea and i360, over Victorian church spires, to the domes of the Royal Pavilion and beyond. A stylish family bathroom completes this level.

Agent’s View
“Georgian houses of this calibre, condition and flexibility are exceptionally rare. The scale, light and garden are outstanding, and the location, moments from the sea yet wonderfully quiet, makes this a truly special home.”

Owners Secret
“What we have loved most is how peaceful Dorset Gardens feels despite being so central. Mornings looking out over the garden square are incredibly calm, and having such a large sunny garden in the heart of the city is a real rarity. Everything is within walking distance, yet the house always feels like a quiet retreat from the buzz of Brighton.”

Whats Around You
St James’s Street Shops And Cafés: Approx. 2 to 3 minutes on foot
• Brighton Seafront And Beach: Approx. 5 minutes on foot
• New Steine Gardens: Approx. 2 minutes on foot
• Queen’s Park: Approx. 10 minutes on foot
• Royal Pavilion And The Lanes: Approx. 10 to 12 minutes on foot
• Brighton Station: Approx. 20 minutes on foot or 10 minutes by bus
• Brighton Marina: Approx. 5 minutes by car or regular bus routes nearby
• Brighton College: Approx. 5 minutes on foot

Schools
Primary: St Luke’s Primary, Queen’s Park Primary, St Mark’s CofE, Carlton Hill primary
Secondary: Varndean School, Dorothy Stringer School, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College, Roedean School, Brighton Girls

Set just off St James’s Street, Dorset Gardens lies at the heart of Kemp Town, one of Brighton’s most vibrant and characterful neighbourhoods. Independent cafés, restaurants, theatres and boutiques are moments away, while the seafront, Royal Pavilion and historic Lanes are all within easy walking distance.

The leafy gardens opposite provide a peaceful outlook, while Brighton Station is accessible on foot or via frequent bus services, offering fast links to Gatwick and London. This location perfectly suits families, professionals and weekenders alike, combining coastal living with everyday convenience.