Property description

Rising six storeys and looking out over Hove Lawns to the promenade and sea; the substantial townhouses of Kings Gardens sit in a prime position within the city. This two-bedroom lower ground floor apartment is double fronted and has well-proportioned rooms and period features throughout. Due to the scale of the building, the ceilings are high, and each of the generous rooms has a window to the outside allowing for plenty of natural light. With a unique layout due to its corner position, there are bay windows to the south and east which look out over the front patio garden which is a fine size for sitting out in the sunshine or growing potted plants – although the beach is also on your doorstep should you need to stretch your legs. While it is in fine shape to move straight in to, there is some scope for modernisation which would add value in such a prestigious location. With the city, beach and several popular schools also close by, it would be ideal for professionals, investors, developers and families alike, and is sure to be coveted by many.

Style: Lower ground floor apartment in a Regency townhouse
Bedrooms: 2 double
Bathrooms: 1
Living rooms: 1 spacious
Outside: Communal front patio
Area: 840 sq.ft
Location: The Avenues Conservation Area
Parking: Residents Permit Parking Zone N

Why you’ll like it:
The scale and beauty of these seafront homes never ceases to impress visitors to the city, and while many have been converted into luxury apartments, they still command the same air of grandeur as was intended during their inception in the latter half of the 19th Century. With Hove Lawns and Beach on your doorstep, and the vibrant bars, restaurants and café culture of Church Road just minutes away, you cannot beat the location for the quintessential Brighton and Hove vibe.

This apartment is attractive on the approach as it holds a corner position with steps leading down to your own street entrance. The front courtyard has been laid with faux grass making it safe for children to play, and there is access to deep under-street vaulted areas which would be ideal for secure bike storage.

Your door opens to the kitchen which sits to the side with an easterly aspect and has been well-designed for the space offering plenty of storage at both base and wall levels. While the oven and gas hob have been integrated, space has been left for a dishwasher, washing machine and a tall fridge freezer, and the gas combination boiler has been wall-mounted.

Next door, the living room is a very generous space with dual aspect windows to the east and south bringing in a huge amount of natural light as the apartment is set well back from the street by the patio. This does allow for privacy, however, and there is ample space inside for relaxation, formal dining and entertaining. There is a period mantelpiece and fireplace which may be opened with some professional investigation, and the wood flooring has been sanded and varnished in light honeyed tones.

The living room then links through to an entrance hallway with access to the internal communal ways. From here, the principal bedroom sits to the right and is a generous double with built-in wardrobes and a very private outlook to the front patio below the main steps to the house. Bedroom two is also double, and while it is dressed as a child’s room at present, it has space for a double bed which will appeal to sharers. It also has two tall sash windows on the southerly wall, so it is beautifully bright.

These rooms share use of the bathroom which is a good size with a shower over the bath. While this room is in need of a little tlc, it would be very easy to modernise which would create a huge impact.

Agent’s thoughts:
This is a fantastic property which is brimming with potential to add value. It is filled with natural light, so it does not feel lower ground floor at all, and the rooms are very well proportioned.

Owner’s secret
“This has been a wonderful home as a successful rental property as it is so brilliantly located for Central Hove and the beach.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 3 min walk, city centre 10 min walk
Train Station: Hove Station 10 min walk
Seafront or Park: Hove Lawns and Beach are on the doorstep
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, West Hove Primary
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman rc
Private: Brighton College<br /><br />This generous apartment is beautifully situated in a popular area with lots of local shops and the beach on your doorstep. The city centre shopping districts and parks are also within easy reach, and it also offers easy access to Hove Station which has direct and fast links to the airports and London.
Amenities

Lower ground floor apartment in a Regency townhouse

2 double bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 spacious living room

Outside: Communal front patio

Area: 840sq.ft

Location: The Avenues Conservation Area

Parking: Residents Permit Parking Zone N