Coleridge Street, Hove, BN3

Entirely unique, this one-bedroom freehold house sits in one of the most sought-after locations in the City. Poets Corner is renowned for its pretty terraces of period homes dotted with gastropubs and amenities, but it is also within easy walking distance of Hove’s clean beaches and lawns, and just minutes from Hove Station for the London commute.

Style: Contemporary freehold house (converted 2016) Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 en suite bathroom + WC, 1 open plan living room
Location: Poets Corner Hove
Outside: Shared patio (sole use outside the house)
Parking: Residents Permit Parking Zone R

Why you’ll like it:

Converted five-years ago from an industrial space, this contemporary house has high ceilings and generous proportions, plus it is filled with natural light from the west. It sits within a secure gated mews which has a shared, walled patio which receives the sunshine throughout the day. It is immaculate throughout, so you can move straight in with ease to start living the quintessential Hove lifestyle close to the sea.

In brief:
Style: Contemporary freehold house (converted 2016) Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 en suite bathroom + WC, 1 open plan living room Location: Poets Corner Hove Outside: Shared patio (sole use outside the house) Parking: Residents Permit Parking Zone R

Why you’ll like it:
Poets Corner has been famed for many years as a vibrant and cosmopolitan area within Central Hove. Here, you are far enough from the city to feel peaceful, yet the beach, shops and commuter stations are within easy reach. There is plenty to entertain you nearby too, with several fashionable gastropubs within easy walking distance, so there is a real energy to the area which attracts families and professionals alike. Converted 6 years ago, the homes of Foundry Mews feel contemporary, but this one has been particularly well-maintained by the current owner who has a clear eye for modern interiors.

You approach from Coleridge Street where glossy black gates with security coded access lead through to a long, walled patio area which is shared by the three properties on the mews. This house is first and is sparkling in white with a glossy black front door and a pebbled stoop – the perfect reminder for how close to the beach we are here. Once inside, you are greeted into an entrance hall with space for hanging coats and a spacious ground floor cloakroom/WC – ideal for guests. Within the cloakroom there is access to a vast storage cupboard for household items, so you can ensure the house remains clutter free. The entire ground floor is then made up from the generous open plan living room and kitchen which has ample space for formal dining and relaxation and plenty of space for entertaining.

There are two tall, double glazed sash windows on the westerly wall which fill the space with light, and they have been dressed in Shutterly Fabulous timber shutters in white which add both style and privacy to the space. The flooring is grey wood effect Karndean, so it is both hardwearing and stylish, and white walls add to the overall, clean and modern finish. Within the kitchen, white matte handle-free cabinetry has been paired with dark marbled granite worktops, and the appliances have been integrated to include a fan oven, microwave, induction hob, washing machine and slimline dishwasher, leaving space for a separate fridge freezer.

There is a second door from the kitchen with access to the patio, so the entire floor flows nicely during the summer and you can allow the cool, coastal breeze in. The stairs to the first floor rise up though a double height stairwell with vaulted ceiling which adds to the feeling of space. The landing offers the perfect spot for a desk for those working from home and has two windows to bring in the natural afternoon light. It would also be possible to add a mezzanine level due to the ceiling height or create an occasional sleeping area in place of a desk – all food for thought. The bedroom is another fine size room with a high ceiling and shuttered sash windows.

The decoration is fresh and modern to suit all styles of furnishing and has soft carpet underfoot for added warmth and comfort. Even with a king size bed and several pieces of freestanding bedroom furniture, the floor space is not compromised, and the potential is there to add fitted wardrobes if desired with access to a large loft space above. Next door, the bathroom is en suite with urban-grey tiling around a white bath suite. There is a shower over the bath, a contemporary hand basin and WC, plus a heated chrome rail for your towels.

Agent’s thoughts:
Uniquely spacious and brilliantly located for access to Central Hove, the beach and the station, this secure house is a real gem, so it needs to be seen to be admired.

Owner’s secret:
“I absolutely love the location being able to walk to the sea in just over 10 minutes and the neighbours have been so welcoming and everyone is really friendly. It’s amazing to be able to sit out in the sun with a glass of wine as the outdoor space gets an amazing amount of sun throughout the day.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 2 min walk, city centre 10 min bus ride
Train Station: Hove Station 10 min walk
Seafront or Park: Hove Lawns and Seafront 8 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: West Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College

Additional Information:

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This attractive and modern house is situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach nearby. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and this house also offers easy access to Hove Station and the A27/A23 which have direct and fast links to the universities, airports and London.