* Guide Price £400,000 - £425,000 *

A luxury, light filled retreat, this exceptional two bedroom apartment is within the grand, corner piece of Busby’s Regency masterpiece Portland Place, built to frame the sea at the end of the terrace. Grade II listed to acknowledge its beauty, Corinthian columns adorn this architectural jewel and inside, this serene sanctuary has restful proportions and discreet elegance to soothe the spirit. Sensitively transformed into a design led refuge with an immaculate finish, tasteful decoration and ingenious use of space, this high end refurbishment has been thorough, so you can move straight in. Less than 200 yards from the beach its location is exclusive within the fashionable Kemptown Village, famous for its laid back, al fresco lifestyle and it hosts the County Hospital as well as the highly regarded Brighton College - and a weekly farmers market. Beach bars and the waterfront restaurants of the Marina are easy to reach via the seasonal Dolphin lift, a scenic 15 minute stroll along the promenade takes you to the picturesque cultural heart of the city, the station serving the airports and London is easy to reach and now is the time to buy with major improvements underway on the seafront.

EPC: C
Council Tax: C

One of Brighton’s finest addresses at the heart of the Village with independent shops, cafés and bars on your doorstep but out of hearing, this light and airy apartment has a flawless finish. Bought as a home, the refurbishment was completed to an exacting standard from the over boarding of the high ceiling and fresh plaster on the walls to installation of oak herringbone flooring with sound deadening underlay beneath your feet, but the vendors circumstances have changed. This elegant apartment has been re-wired, there is a new kitchen, bathroom and cloakroom, (all brand new and unused) and this extensive new plumbing includes the pipe work for the designer radiators throughout this home. A full list of works is available from the vendor upon request.

Chic and convenient but tucked away from the tourist trail, the majestic entrance to this Regency beauty is now secured by answer phone, beyond which an inviting communal hall has a broad staircase to sweep you to this apartment.

Setting the private tone within the apartment, a lobby for coats steps up to a bright hallway which spreads its wings from east to west with a great sense of space, and skilled planning incorporates discreet yet spacious storage.

The open plan reception:
A perfect fusion of open views, listed buildings stepping down to the sea at the end of the terrace and classic interior design which will stand the test of time, the open plan reception is absolutely stunning. Spanning the whole of the front of the building with triple windows to bring in the Sussex sunshine it is a room to enjoy come rain or shine with a ceiling which soars, three levels of lighting, ample, L shaped floorspace in which to work, rest or play – and a fabulous Mirostone island with waterfall edges and inset self-venting induction hob is ideal for sophisticated entertaining. Party perfect with high end streamlined units, Mirostone working surfaces and both a micro grill combi oven and a fan oven to cater for large numbers, all of the fitted appliances at the time of writing are unused and include a fridge and freezer, a dishwasher and a washer drier, so you can literally unpack the crystal whilst chilling the champagne.

The luxury shower room and cloakroom:
Designed with luxury in mind, the attention to style continues in the spa-like shower room, lined in Italian porcelain where the high end fittings include a black dual head shower with a wand and drench head, statuesque black ladder towel rail and a black tap on the hand basin which has a lit mirror above it. Across the hallway, the separate cloakroom (ideal for sharers) has a subtle Regency influence in the wood panelling which is painted in a heritage colour.

Two double bedrooms:
All about relaxing, the peaceful guest room has space, grace and views over to the leafy gardens and neo classical façade of St George’s Church, so visitors can relax in rare seclusion.

With glorious, restful proportions and custom made fitted wardrobes, the principal bedroom is a serene retreat ready for your move with calm decoration, and it is also surprisingly not overlooked either – a rarity in this historic location.

Agent says:
“Within a listed terrace leading to the sea, this spacious apartment is a stunning reimagining of the Regency dream which delivers a fabulous coastal home in an exclusive area where homes just a few minutes’ walk from the city sell fast! Close to the hospital, Amex (and its new pedestrian plaza), legal quarter and National Park it is also convenient for professionals, and a solid investment.”

Owner’s secret:
“Grade II listed, Portland Place is beautiful, and it has been an absolute pleasure to design our perfect home where we have oblique views of the sea –a daily reminder for us to go out and enjoy the coast. We have had great fun spending time in the village and in Brighton where there is so much to do, whatever you are into. We were looking forward to moving in, but an exciting opportunity has come up which we couldn’t refuse – we would keep this apartment if we could!”

What’s around you:
Shops: Local 1 minute, The Lanes 15 to walk, 5ish by cab
Train Station: Brighton 15 by bus
Seafront or Park: Seafront 2 minutes on foot, park 3 minutes by car

Closest schools:
Primary: St Luke’s, Queen’s Park, St Mark’s
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer
Private: Brighton College, Brighton Steiner, Brighton and Hove High

Kemptown Village is one of the most sought after locations within our international coastal resort bordered by beaches with a seasonal lift to deliver you to the sea – and beach bars and volleyball courts. Famous for its al fresco lifestyle, independent, specialist shops and a farmer’s market as well as a co-op, post office and chemist, Kemptown hosts the hospitals, good schools including Brighton College, law centres and Amex – as well as the glamorous horse racing course and waterfront restaurants of the Marina. Don’t forget that the theatres and Lanes of central Brighton are all within a 15-25 minute scenic stroll along the seafront or past the lively bars and restaurants of St James’ Street too! Buses serve the whole of the city of Brighton & Hove, and the proximity to Brighton train station with its fast link to Gatwick and London makes commuting possible. For those who need a car, both the A23/27 and coast road are easy to reach.