1 bedroom apartment for sale

* Guide Price £200,000 - £220,000 *

A private eyrie between the sea and the fashionable, al fresco lifestyle of Kemptown which hosts Pride, this spacious 1 bed apartment in a Regency terrace has holiday views of the sea at the end of it. Spanning the whole of the second floor of a handsome, historic building it’s a great home or investment within 10 mins walk of the famous Lanes, the local beaches have a Soho House, a Lido and bars, and Brighton’s direct trains to London are just a few mins by cab. Inside, the layout is perfect for a sophisticated coastal lifestyle with an elegant living room dining room and separate, streamlined kitchen at the front, both with sparkling, oblique views, a spacious, airy bathroom and private double bedroom which is not directly overlooked.

Kemptown is a sought after location with fresh local produce, cafés, bistro bars and independent shops as well as supermarkets and pharmacies. Hosting some of the city’s largest employers, this coastal property is within a 10 minute walk of Amex and its new pedestrian plaza as well as the County Hospital. The local park will take you onto the Downs and the seafront is bordered by beaches with volleyball courts, a yoga centre, beach bars, art galleries and a Lido to enjoy.

On an historic, one way lane between the cafes and restaurants of Upper James’s Street and the sea, this beautiful bay fronted building has an impressive frontage and its grand entrance is secured by answer phone entry. Inside, the communal hall has beautiful original plasterwork high above your head and the integrity of the building has been kept with only one apartment on each storey.

Inside, ceilings soar and sunlight streams through the living dining room through the broad west bay which frames picture perfect views over the historic terrace to the sea – the perfect spot for a dining table and there’s generous floorspace for sofas so you can entertain in style. Tucked into its own space, the stylish kitchen is light and airy with its own window to bring in the obliquely sparkling sea. Although sociable it does not dominate the whole space and it has a practical layout, plenty of working surfaces and the vendor is happy to discuss the freestanding appliances.

Central to the apartment the airy bathroom has a shower above the bath. Private and peaceful at the back, the double bedroom is a relaxed refuge to unwind in. With handsome proportions, there’s a period fireplace to enjoy and a whole wall available for wardrobes.

Vendor’S Comments: - “You can enjoy a beach lifestyle to the full from this fashionable location which is quieter than its central position may suggest. Ideal as a home, if you are looking for an investment the apartment currently provides a great annual income which is set to increase with details available upon request. There is also an opportunity to buy all 5 apartments of the building.”

Good To Know: - 1 min walk to beach, shops & cafés
Queen’s Park tennis courts, cafés, 5-10 mins walk
East Brighton Park leads to the Downs
Golf course nearby

Location Guide: - Kemptown is one of the most fashionable locations in the city, bordered by beaches with beach bars, volleyball courts, yoga centre, Soho House and fantastic Lido. Famous for its al fresco lifestyle, specialist shops and a farmer’s market it also has supermarkets, a post office and chemists. Between the pier, the racecourse and waterfront restaurants of the Marina, the theatres and Lanes of central Brighton are all within a 10-15 minute walk by the sea or past the vibrant bars and restaurants of St James’ Street (which also host Pride). Bus routes cover the whole of Brighton & Hove, and the proximity to Brighton train station with its fast link to Gatwick and London makes commuting feasible. For those who need a car, both the A23/27 and coast road are nearby.