Norfolk Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1

Picture perfect this beautiful 5 bed historic house with a party patio and a sunny roof terrace is in an exclusive location just a 1 minute stroll from the fashionable al fresco lifestyle of Western Road and sociable Norfolk Square, 5 minutes on foot from the sea and Hove Lawns and 5 minutes by cab (20 to walk) from Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London. Adorned by Juliette balconies, inside precious period details include a fireplace in the sitting room and far bigger than it looks, four storeys deliver 150.85m2 (1623.73 sq. ft.) of inviting rooms offering versatile options for work, rest or play. Ideal for professionals, investors and small families, Clifton Hill CA is one of the most desirable areas of the city as it bridges Brighton and Hove, bus routes along Western Road take you into every part of the city – or out of it- and local schools are good.

In brief:

Style Period terrace house

Type 5 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sitting room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room

Area Clifton Hill CA

Floor Area Please see floorplan

Outside Space Front garden, patio, east roof terrace

Parking Permit Zone Z

Council Tax Band F

Set back from the surprisingly quiet, one way street behind a paved, gated garden this house with historic architectural detail around its generous bays and above the front door radiates charm. Inside there’s a sensitive blend of character with a modern social flow, and a working home, the lobby has practical rush matting underfoot.

Ahead, the sitting room and dining room have been opened to provide an inviting space with a cheerful, east west orientation. Ideal for contemporary living stretching approx. 7.67m (25’1) from front to back, there’s ample space to share where friends and family can relax in comfort in the living area by a beautiful fireplace, or enjoy secluded dining with patio views at the far end.

Along the hall, the cheerful kitchen breakfast room is lined with big windows and opens to the patio which becomes another ‘room’ during summer. With 5.56m x 2.3m (18’2 x 7’6 to play with, it is an area which you may want to make your own but it is thoughtfully planned around a central spot for a bistro table with plenty of storage, including a large cupboard, user friendly working surfaces and the gas hob and electric oven are integrated for you.

Upstairs, the first of the double bedrooms is simply decorated and at 3.94m x 2.41m (12’11 x 7’10) it is ideal for visiting family or for sharers on the first landing as occupants can come and go without disturbing the main bedrooms - and the bonus is that it is by the cloakroom which has a w.c. and a handbasin.

Up a few steps, a broad landing has an airing cupboard by the airy, modern shower room. Opposite, at the front of the property with the restful proportions only a period home can deliver, the second bedroom is a classic beauty, currently used as a formal reception. Bathing in the Sussex sunshine streaming through the iconic, west facing bay which opens to a Juliette balcony there is 4.35m x 4.30m (14’3 x 14’1) and a wonderful fireplace to enjoy.

On the second floor, two more double bedrooms have plenty of character and space of their own, and it is on this level that you find access to the roof terrace – a rare find in this historic quarter – and it’s large enough for al fresco entertaining. Private and peaceful at the top, the 5th bedroom is a generous double with 4.62m x 4.40m (15’1 x 14’5). Big and bright with a window and a skylight, it is worth noting that the large storage space next door (2.49m x 2.45m – 8’2 x 8’0) was once a bathroom….