Portland Place, Brighton

Simplicity of life is part of what makes this address so appealing.

Set within an elegant Grade II listed Regency building on Portland Place, this ground floor apartment offers a rare sense of calm in one of Brighton's most vibrant neighbourhoods. Just moments from the sea and Kemp Town Village, it's a home that quietly encourages a slower way of living.

The current owners have approached the apartment with an artist's eye, stripping everything back to what matters. Original floorboards have been painted white, reclaimed ceiling roses reinstated, and period fireplaces retained, allowing light, proportion and texture to become the defining features. Every detail has been designed to remove visual noise, creating a home that feels instinctively calm from the moment you walk through the door.

Everyday living has been thoughtfully considered. Bespoke storage has been seamlessly integrated throughout, including a generous hallway cupboard that keeps coats, shoes and the practicalities of daily life completely out of sight. The reception room follows the same philosophy, with custom cabinetry concealing the television, leaving the room free to feel like a gallery, a reading room or simply somewhere to sit with the changing light from the sash windows and oblique views towards the sea.

The bedroom is equally serene, with bespoke wardrobes and an opened chimney breast creating a restful retreat. At the rear, the bespoke kitchen pairs handcrafted simplicity with everyday function, centred around a custom cast concrete sink and clean-lined cabinetry, while the vaulted shower room provides a surprisingly generous, spa-like finish to the apartment. 

Perhaps the greatest luxury here is how effortlessly life flows. Everything has its place, allowing the apartment to remain open, peaceful and uncluttered. Step outside and you're moments from a morning swim, coffee in one of Kemp Town's independent cafés or an evening stroll along the promenade before returning home to a space that feels a world away from the city beyond.

Additional Property Information

Property type: Ground floor apartment
Tenure: Share of Freehold
Lease length: Approximately 997 years remaining
Service charge: £1,200 per annum (£100 per month)
Water: Unlimited water usage included within the service charge
Council Tax: Band B
EPC Rating: C
Parking: Permit Parking Zone H

The Area 
 
Portland Place sits just moments from Marine Parade, one of Brighton's grand Regency seafront avenues, placing the beach quite literally at the end of the road. Despite its wonderfully central position, the street retains a distinctly residential feel, making it one of Kemp Town's most sought-after addresses.

Kemp Town is experiencing something of a renaissance. Long celebrated for its independent spirit, the neighbourhood has seen a wave of beautifully restored period homes, thoughtfully curated independent businesses and acclaimed restaurants breathing fresh energy into the area. Long-established local favourites now sit alongside stylish wine bars, artisan bakeries, speciality coffee shops and destination restaurants, creating a vibrant village atmosphere that continues to attract creatives, professionals and those looking for an authentic Brighton lifestyle.

Just a short walk away, Kemp Town Village offers everything needed for day-to-day life, from independent greengrocers, butchers and delis to yoga studios, galleries and boutique shops. Continue west along the seafront and you'll reach Brighton Palace Pier, the Royal Pavilion, The Lanes and the city's cultural quarter.

To the east, Brighton Marina provides supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, a cinema, David Lloyd Health Club and a range of leisure facilities. The seafront itself has evolved significantly in recent years, with the addition of the outdoor Olympic-sized Sea Lanes swimming pool, beach sauna and new hospitality venues, while long-established attractions including Volk's Electric Railway, the children's playground and adventure golf continue to make this one of Brighton's most enjoyable stretches of coastline.

For those seeking a quieter escape, the scenic Undercliff Walk follows the coastline east towards the picturesque village of Rottingdean, renowned for its historic pubs, independent galleries and charming village green.

Transport Links

Regular bus services stop directly outside the property, providing easy connections to Brighton city centre, Brighton Station, the Marina and Rottingdean.

Brighton Station is approximately a 10-minute journey by bus or around a 25-minute walk, offering regular direct services to London Victoria, London Bridge and Gatwick Airport. By road, the A27 is approximately fifteen minutes away, connecting to the A23 for London and the national motorway network. Gatwick Airport can be reached in around forty-five minutes by car, while Heathrow Airport is approximately one hour and twenty minutes away.

Permit holder parking is available immediately outside the property within Parking Zone H.

Parking - Permit

Permit Parking Zone H

Disclaimer

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