Marine Court, St. Leonards-on-Sea, TN38

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British Modernism meets the Amalfi coast!

This is a masterclass in the renovation of a beautifully proportioned 1930s seaside apartment to sensitively incorporate the features and details of the original build through careful contemporary design and décor decisions.

Interior and Architecture:

Sitting on the 5th floor of Grade II listed Marine Court with sensational seaside views along the coast and right across to Beachy Head, this spacious flat has high ceilings throughout and is filled with natural light. The flat retains many of the original features from the 1930s such as the wall tiles in the kitchen and the bathroom, original bath and panel which have been restored, doors, door handles and even the original copper thermostats in the bedroom and living room. The bedroom cupboards, doors and handles are all refurbished from the 1930s as are the pelmets in the bedroom and kitchen, towel rail in the bathroom that runs constantly using the hot water which is included in the service charge. The kitchen cupboards were installed in the 1950s. The original parquet floor is stained in ebony. The current owner has refurbished the flat to the highest standards while keeping a sensitive awareness of the aesthetic of the building.

All windows to the living room, kitchen and bedroom are new with planning permissions and warranties. The flat has been re-plastered throughout.

The living room is immense at over 7m and is unique amongst the whole of one-bedroom flats in Marine Court for having such a spacious living room with space enough for relaxation and for dining. To the rear of the flat is a beautifully considered kitchen with free standing fittings and an uplifting outlook of the pretty run of houses on East Ascent at the back of Marine Court. The bathroom has been finished to the very highest standards with much of the original 1930s bathroom tiling and bath preserved in excellent condition. New basin, beautifully accented by Verona red marble, and loo supplied by Fired Earth.

Bedroom wall and ceiling lights are by celebrated Italian architect Michele de Lucchi whilst the hall wall light is by Charlotte Perriand. The lights in the kitchen and bathroom are Bauhaus style globe lights, in keeping with the 1930s style, with a track of 5 adjustable spotlights to the reception room ceiling to focus on artworks.

All wall switches are of the toggle style and in polished chrome, as are the USB wall sockets, all by Soho Lighting Company. All paint finishes throughout the apartment are from the curated collection by fashion icon Christopher John Rogers for Farrow & Ball.

Marine Court continues to enjoy within the cost of the service charge a 24-hour concierge service, security cameras, lift to all floors, daily rubbish removal from all flats from outside their front doors, buildings insurance and all hot water. The running costs of the flat are incredibly low because of the insulation and the excellent design of the radiators which genuinely “radiate” heat. The flat has double glazing throughout and is south facing at the front. The current owner achieves electricity bills of around £35 per month.

At present the service charge to this flat is £9,118 p.a. with approximately half of this service charge contributing to the schedule of works which is in place to renovate the infrastructure of the building as well as the internal facilities.

In the Neighbourhood:

Live above some of the best coffee shops and eateries in St Leonards, with the beach as your front garden. Life at Marine Court is lived both in the clouds and on the promenade. The building’s ground floor is a vibrant tapestry of modern coastal life: the specialty brews and eats of Botanica, Ritual and Dark Circles, the spice of Colombo 16, and the health-conscious rhythm of the Reformer Pilates Studio.

The St Leonards Lifestyle: A Coastal Renaissance

St Leonards-on-Sea is far more than a seaside resort, it is a thriving cultural enclave where late 1820s elegance meets a high-energy, independent spirit. Described by The Times as one of the UK’s most desirable coastal destinations, the town offers a 'glamorous grit' that has become a magnet for the London creative exodus. From your doorstep at Marine Court, the promenade serves as a scenic artery leading to the 'Independent Quarter' of Norman Road and Kings Road. Here, an enviable lifestyle awaits: mornings spent at specialty coffee bars or the Goat Ledge on the seafront, afternoons browsing mid-century galleries and artisan antique dealers, and evenings watching a movie at the Kino-Teatr or dining at acclaimed eateries. With its vast horizons, salt-air light, and a community that prizes original thinking.

Transport & connections:

St Leonards Warrior Square Station is within an eight-minute walk from Marine Court which connects to London Victoria, London Charing Cross, London Bridge and Waterloo East as well as, via a change at Ashford the high-speed connection, to Kings Cross St Pancras International. Brighton and Gatwick Airport are both easy to access by direct train. Hastings Old Town can be reached in around 20 minutes by foot. There is currently free parking on a first come-first-served basis in the streets lining Marine court.

Material Information:

Tenure: Share of Freehold

Lease Length Remaining: 945 Years (Lease running from 21 January 1972 to 24 March 2971)

Current Service Charge: £9,118 per annum (Includes 24-hour concierge, lift, daily rubbish removal, buildings insurance, and all hot water. Approx. 50% of the service charge is contributions to ongoing infrastructure renovation works).

Council Tax Band: A

EPC Rating: C