High ceilings, impeccable interior design and uninterrupted sea views come together in this beautifully restored Regency apartment, set on the second floor of a landmark Grade I Listed townhouse on Kemp Town’s prestigious seafront. Forming part of Arundel Terrace, these iconic homes were designed and built between 1824 and 1827 by Charles Busby and Amon Wilds to rival the great Nash developments of London, and they remain among the most sought-after addresses on the south coast.

You enter through a well-presented communal hallway where period elegance takes centre stage, from soaring ceilings to original stained-glass windows that catch the light as you pass. Soft lighting guides you up to the second floor, where a clearly numbered door opens into a bright and welcoming home that is ready to move straight into. The current owner’s refined eye for colour and detail is evident throughout, with a carefully chosen Farrow & Ball palette used to highlight original sash windows, deep window sills and architectural features. Every addition feels entirely in keeping with the building’s heritage, while direct sea views and ever-changing skyscapes fill the principal rooms with natural light.

The living room is a wonderfully uplifting space, where mornings begin with coffee on the window seat, watching the world go by as the light shifts across the sea beyond. Two large shuttered sash windows frame uninterrupted coastal views and the grand Corinthian column tops that define the terrace’s striking façade. A Louis XVI–style fireplace provides an elegant focal point, and there is ample room for both formal dining and relaxed seating, making it equally suited to entertaining friends or settling in for a quiet evening as the sun dips below the horizon. Double timber doors lead through to the kitchen, offering separation when desired while remaining conveniently connected.

The kitchen has been cleverly designed to make the most of the generous ceiling height, with open shelving for crockery and glassware, freestanding appliances and oak-topped units running along one side. A practical breakfast bar creates a natural spot for casual meals or a glass of wine, while a rear door allows gentle sea breezes to drift through the apartment on warm summer days and opens onto the fire escape overlooking the surrounding urban landscape.

Sharing the same sunny aspect and ever-changing views as the living room, the principal bedroom is another generous space, with a full wall of built-in wardrobes and the soothing presence of the sea beyond the windows. Bedroom two is only slightly smaller and peacefully positioned to the rear of the building, making it ideal as a guest room, home office or second double. Both bedrooms are served by the bathroom across the hall, where a classic white suite pairs beautifully with deep Blue Black walls and window frames, and shuttered windows ensure complete privacy.

The lifestyle extends well beyond the front door. Residents enjoy exclusive use of the beautifully maintained garden enclosures nearby - a rare and much-loved feature of Kemp Town living, perfect for sunny picnics, a quiet read or an evening glass of something chilled. 

Additional property information

Tenure: Share of Freehold
Length of lease: 986 years remaining
Service charge: £1945.42 annually
Ground rent: £25 annually
Council tax band: D
Parking zone: H

The area

Arundel Terrace sits just off Marine Parade, running along the coast to the east of the city centre, with uninterrupted views across the pebbled beaches and out to sea. Positioned just west of Brighton Marina, the apartment enjoys easy access to its harbourside restaurants and cafés, cinema, supermarket and David Lloyd health club. Recent additions along the seafront include an outdoor Olympic-sized swimming pool, beach sauna, food outlets, shops and a bar, complementing the existing mini golf course and children’s playpark. The historic Volk’s Electric Railway, built in 1883, continues to run along the seafront, adding to the area’s unique coastal character.

The beach is directly opposite the apartment, while Kemp Town Village is just a short stroll away, offering boutique shops, artisan cafés and a friendly village atmosphere, alongside the Royal Sussex County Hospital. Queen’s Park, the South Downs and the nearby golf course are all within a ten to fifteen-minute walk. Brighton city centre can be reached on foot in around thirty minutes, while to the east, the picturesque village of Rottingdean, with its charming pond and welcoming pubs, is easily accessed via the scenic Undercliff Walk.

Transport links

Arundel Terrace is well-connected with the centre of Brighton, Brighton Station, and Rottingdean by a regular bus service that stops directly outside the property. The A27, with its links to Lewes in the east and onwards to the A23 and Crawley and London to the North, is a fifteen-minute drive away. Gatwick Airport is a forty-five-minute drive away and Heathrow Airport is an hour and twenty-minutes drive away. Outside the property, there is permit-holder parking. 

Parking - Permit

On street permit-holder parking in zone H

Disclaimer

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