Kings Gardens, Hove

Occupying the entire second floor of one of Hove’s most distinctive seafront buildings, this exceptional four-bedroom apartment enjoys uninterrupted, direct views across Hove Lawns and out to sea, offering a rare sense of scale, light and coastal presence. 

The building forms part of an important and recognisable group – four detached mansion houses constructed from 1889 in red brick with terracotta dressings. Designed in a notably different architectural style to the surrounding terraces they stand apart along the seafront, both in scale and character. Today, they remain among the most architecturally distinctive addresses along the coastline. 

Now Grade II listed, many of the building’s original features have been carefully retained, including the striking communal hallways with their mosaic flooring, stained glass and decorative detailing, all of which create an immediate and lasting impression on arrival. 

A communal lift provides easy access and once inside the apartment, you’re immediate drawn to the sea views. The principal living spaces are positioned to the front, where high ceilings, six sash windows and original detailing create a sense of volume and refinement, while framing the ever-changing coastal outlook. A generous living room with open fireplace flows through to a southerly facing drawing room, providing a more intimate space to sit and take in the views. 

Set just behind, the kitchen is modern and sharply finished, with gloss cabinetry, a bold red splashback and integrated appliances, all thoughtfully arranged to offer both practicality and visual contrast to the period surroundings. A separate utility room sits down the hall. 

Wooden flooring runs through the principal living areas, enhancing the sense of continuity and warmth, while a neutral palette throughout allows the architecture and setting to take centre stage. 

The apartment offers four well-proportioned bedrooms; all arranged to the rear. The principal bedroom enjoys sea views, built-in storage and an en-suite shower room, with a further bedroom also benefitting from an en-suite. A separate family bathroom serves the remaining accommodation. 

Positioned directly opposite Hove Lawns and the seafront, the setting is both immediate and immersive – open sea air, expansive views and the rhythm of coastal living quite literally on the doorstep. 

Lift access, gas central heating and secondary glazing ensure the apartment meets the expectations of modern living, while its lateral layout and full-floor position provide a rare sense of space within such a central and iconic location. 

Additional property information 
 
Property type: Second Floor Apartment  
Tenure:  Share of Freehold
Lease length: 990 years remaining
Annual service charge: £10,000
Annual ground rent: £0
Parking: On street permit holder parking in zone N 
Council tax band: E
EPC rating: D

The area  

Kings Gardens is one of Hove’s most recognisable seafront terraces, defined by its grand period architecture and uninterrupted outlook across the lawns and shoreline. 

The cafés, restaurants and independent shops of Church Road are a short walk away, while the seafront promenade provides a direct and scenic route into central Brighton, easily reached on foot or by bicycle. The recently completed and ongoing regeneration along Kingsway has further enhanced the immediate area, introducing improved green spaces, leisure facilities and a more contemporary coastal setting, while still respecting the character of the seafront. 

This is a location that offers a rare balance – architectural elegance, open sea air and evolving surroundings, all within easy reach of the city centre and everyday amenities. 

Transport links 

Hove Railway Station is within easy walking distance, providing direct services to London, Gatwick and along the south coast. Regular bus routes run nearby, and both the A23 and A27 are easily accessible for travel further afield. 

Parking - Permit

On street permit holder parking in zone N

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