Hamilton Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

GUIDE PRICE: £650,000--£700,000.

ANOTHER SALE AGREED BY BRAND VAUGHAN PRESTON PARK OFFICE.

VENDOR SUITED.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

Picture perfect behind a lush front garden with space for a bike store, this end of terrace five bedroom house with a sociable patio is a Tardis - there’s an astonishing 1670 sq.ft. (155.2m2) of unusually private rooms to explore! With an Ofsted ‘good’ infant school, shops and cafes a two minute stroll and Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London a few minutes by cab (10-12 on foot), it’s ideal for commuters with a growing family, if you would like access to an extra income or want a solid investment. Inside skilfully blends precious period detail with an easy contemporary flow, where guests can enjoy Victorian proportions and a roaring fire in a double depth reception whilst the spacious kitchen/breakfast room opens to an L shaped patio which looks over lower gardens. Upstairs, there’s a big, bright bathroom with a separate w.c. ideal for sharers, all of the bedrooms are comfortable doubles, and the principal bedroom is secluded at the top with an en-suite shower room. Prestonville is a great place to be between the sea and the National Park, and it comes with an easy lifestyle as there is a choice of good primary, secondary schools and sixth form colleges both state and private within a 10 minute radius, and the playground, café, tennis courts and open air theatre of Dyke Road Park is an easy walk, as is the vibrant café culture of the 7 Dials.

Style: Victorian end of terraced house
Type 5 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite) separate w.c., living dining room, kitchen/breakfast room
Area Prestonville
Floor Area 1670 sq.ft.
Outside Space East patio with covered store/dining area
Parking Permit zone Q, no waiting list
Council Tax Band D

Why you’ll like it:
With plentiful permit parking with no list and bus routes giving independence to older children or those who prefer a greener form of transport, this convenient spot is one of the most popular conservation areas in our legendary coastal city, particularly with those need regular, rapid access to Gatwick or London and want swift access to the city centre, the sea and to open countryside. Radiating charm with immediate appeal from the kerb behind an abundant front garden with space for a discreet bike store, this stately bay fronted end of terrace property is set well back from the road with unusually open views at the front and leafy ones at the back.

Inside, the hallway allows guests free reign with stripped floorboards underfoot which continue through to an elegant living dining room with 25’9 x 12’6 (7.84m x 3.80m) to share. The handsome marble fireplace is open with shelving to one side and in the dining area, which has garden views (so some neighbouring houses have put French doors here), custom made cabinets deliver ample storage.

Along the hall past an under stair cupboard, the bright kitchen/ breakfast room is lined with windows and has glazed doors by the space for a big informal table which slide across to the garden. Well planned, the kitchen is tucked away from the in/out flow behind a breakfast bar and it has a practical layout, good storage and user-friendly surfaces. Good to go the touch induction hob, grill and oven are beneath a hood, there is plumbing for a dishwasher, washing machine and dryer, and designated space for an American style fridge freezer – and the vendors are willing to discuss the appliances in situ to get you started.

Outside, the lit patio is a leafy oasis, running along the whole of the east side of the house and turning a corner where there is a covered store – large enough actually for a table and chairs if you don’t need a second store (remember there’s one at the front) and don’t want to depend on the British summer….. Raised beds are planted with shrubs and trees of delicate foliage to provide dappled shade and looking over lower, verdant gardens it is a private paradise, full of birdsong with an occasional comforting rumble of a distant train.

Returning inside, on the landing the first of the large double bedrooms is quiet with leafy views and stretches a generous 14’8 x 8’1 (4.46m x 2.46m). Ideal for guests, next door a stylish bathroom has a Triton T80 shower above the bath, twin warming rails for towels, ample storage and natural light, and there is a separate w.c. just by it – also with natural light.

A few steps up, the second spacious bedroom is completely private with alcoves for wardrobes and a built in dressing table/workstation. At the front of the house, the third double bedroom spans the whole of the front of this substantial building (16’2 x 13’3 or 4.94m x 4.03m) with restful ceiling height and surprisingly open views for this central spot. Up beneath a skylight on the second landing the fourth double bedroom of 12’6 x 7’3 (3.80m x 2.22m) has an east window to bring in the morning sunshine and frame a glittering cityscape. Peacefully alone at the top, the principal bedroom is a serene sanctuary which is not overlooked either, with ample floorspace to play with and a chic en-suite shower room.

Agent Says:
“Convenient for commuters, for schools, parks and the city, this is a very popular area where homes within walking distance of Brighton Station and vibrant, al fresco lifestyle of 7 Dials sell fast! This Victorian house is a rare, spacious find and its location between Dyke Road and London Road, which both take you into or out of the city, makes it a solid investment.”

Owner’s secret:
“We loved the convenience of the location, particularly the swift access to the station for work and nights out in the West End, but immediately fell for the surprisingly leafy surrounds and open views which makes it very private as well as quiet. We have kept the character of the house and the decoration simpl,e but put in lots of storage as we have shared – and it has provided a good income when I have been away as London Road at the bottom of the hill has buses to the universities or to the city centre employers. All of the rooms are big and bright, and the flow of the house to the peaceful patio is perfect for entertaining. Although the terrace is friendly and safe it is really convenient with buses into or out of Brighton, and life is easy with parks, good schools and local shops and cafés all within easy reach.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 3 mins walk, 7 Dials 7 mins
Train Station: Brighton 4 minutes by car, 10-15 to walk
Seafront or Park: Park 2 mins drive, sea 5 by car
Closest schools:
Primary: Stanford Infants, Stanford Junior, Cardinal Newman
Secondary: Varndean, Dorothy Stringer, Blatchington Mill
Sixth Form: BHASVIC, MET, Varndean
Private: Windlesham, Lancing Prep, Brighton College, Brighton & Hove High, Lancing

Ideal for commuters as the station serving Gatwick and London is about a 12 minute walk – or 4 by cab – Prestonville is one of Brighton’s favourite locations with its own friendly shops, cafés and bistro pub, and it’s close to the 7 Dials, known for its al fresco lifestyle and small Co-Op. Nearby Dyke Road’s tennis courts, open air theatre and playground are easy to reach as are both Preston and Hove Park, all with their own communities of families, dog walkers and joggers, and they host events during festivals. Local schools are good – both the infant and junior schools are around the corner- and both the beach and the countryside are just a short drive. The vibrant arts venues, international restaurants and cosmopolitan shopping of the city are all quick to get to by bus or on foot and for those who need a car, there’s swift access to the A23/A27 and Zone Q has no waiting list.