Maldon Road, Brighton

KNIGHT & KNOXLEY are delighted to present this beautifully renovated Victorian home on Maldon Road, one of Brighton's most attractive tree-lined residential streets, moments from Preston Park Station and within easy reach of Seven Dials, the city centre and the South Downs.

Behind its handsome red-brick frontage, the house has been thoughtfully restored and reworked by the current owners with the intention of staying long term. The result is a warm, beautifully detailed home where period character, natural materials and carefully chosen finishes sit alongside extensive practical improvements, including updated electrics and plumbing, roof works, new radiators, restored floors, bespoke storage, upgraded windows and a carefully considered decorative scheme throughout.

The house opens into an elegant entrance hall with wall panelling, herringbone flooring and a strong sense of arrival. The attention to detail is immediately clear, from the restored staircase and internal joinery to the soft neutral palette, brass fittings and period-style finishes.

To the front of the house is a wonderful living and dining room, opened up to create one generous, sociable space. Oak herringbone flooring runs throughout, while tall ceilings, decorative cornicing, a ceiling rose and deep skirting boards add a strong sense of period character. The front bay window brings in excellent natural light and is fitted with shutters, while a bioethanol stove set within the chimney breast gives the room a warm focal point. There is ample space for both relaxed seating and a dining area, making this a room that works just as well for quiet evenings as it does for entertaining.

To the rear, the kitchen is well planned and directly connected to the garden. Soft green cabinetry is paired with pale worktops, metro tiling, under-cabinet lighting and a practical layout that includes an oven, hob and good storage. A door opens out to the rear terrace and garden, making the transition between inside and outside feel easy and natural.

Also on the ground floor is a shower room and utility WC, finished with green metro tiling, black floor tiles, a walk-in shower and space for laundry appliances. This is a particularly useful addition for a family home, giving the ground floor an added level of practicality.

Upstairs, the first floor is arranged around a central landing with restored floorboards and painted balustrading. The principal bedroom sits to the front and is a calm, beautifully styled room with two sash windows, fitted shutters, a decorative fireplace, restored pine flooring and a full wall of bespoke fitted wardrobes. The proportions are generous, with space for a large bed, freestanding furniture and a reading chair.

There are two further double bedrooms on this floor. One has a fantastic outlook to the rear, and the other is a versatile double, making it ideal for home working, a nursery or bedroom. Both rooms continue the same considered feel, with natural light, warm tones and restored timber floorboards.

The loft is accessed via a recently installed hatch with telescopic ladder and provides useful additional storage. The current owners have also had plans drawn up exploring a potential loft conversion, subject to the necessary consents.

The family bathroom is finished in a soft, contemporary style with a bath and overhead shower, glass screen, neutral tiling and a modern basin. The layout is clean and practical, while remaining in keeping with the wider feel of the house.

Outside, the south-westerly facing rear garden has been arranged as a relaxed and private outdoor space, with a gravel seating area, raised planting, established greenery and an open outlook beyond. With the reservoir land behind, the garden has a rare sense of space and privacy for this part of the city, catching the sun into the evening and offering a lovely setting for summer drinks, outdoor dining and quiet moments at the end of the day.

Maldon Road is a particularly attractive residential street, lined with handsome period homes and mature trees. The road has a well-kept, neighbourly feel, with many long-term owner-occupiers and families nearby. Preston Park Station is around an eight-minute walk away, making it especially convenient for those commuting to London, while Preston Park itself is also close by.

Seven Dials, with its independent cafés, pubs, restaurants and useful local shops, is within easy reach, as are London Road, Preston Circus and Brighton city centre. The South Downs and Devil's Dyke are a short drive away, offering quick access to open countryside, walking routes and far-reaching views, while the beach and seafront are also easily accessible. The area is also well placed for popular local schools, including Varndean and Dorothy Stringer.

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Council Tax Band: D
Tenure: Freehold