Lower Rock Gardens, Brighton, BN2

**Guide price- £250k-£260k**

With the sea at one end of this Regency terrace and chic St James’ Street (on the Pride route) at the other, this luxury one bedroom apartment has a west facing balcony for friends to spill out to. In Kemptown, famous for its al fresco lifestyle, County Hospital, Brighton College – and new waterfront Lido-the location is ideal as a home, for holidays or a high end investment with the legendary Lanes a short walk and Brighton Station’s direct trains to Gatwick and London 5-8 minutes by cab. Inside blends glorious proportions with a timeless finish where an elegant living room sweeps open to a canopied balcony and oblique views to the sea, whilst the streamlined kitchen is separate but sociable. Tucked quietly away at the back, the double bedroom is a generous size and the apartment is uncluttered as there is a large store on the landing above with natural light, also raising interesting options should you work from home, stnc. The perfect place for friends to gather to stroll past the fountains of Old Steine to the vibrant theatres and festivals of our legendary party resort, this bohemian quarter of the city is a fashionable area close to the pier and Soho-House particularly popular with health, flight and teaching professionals as the hospital is a 10-15 minute stroll, local shops open at good hours, there’s a plethora of good schools all easy to reach and almost 24/7 access to the station.

EPC: D
Council Tax: B

Enjoy the Brighton lifestyle to the full in this fabulous, period beauty less than 300 feet from the promenade with a view of glittering, open water whilst the vibrant shops, bars and restaurants of St James’s Street are at the far end of the terrace.

Set well back from the road behind a paved front garden, inside the integrity of this graceful building has been kept with only one apartment on each floor, and the communal hallway with period detail and original staircase is clearly cared for. Up on the first floor, the front door to the apartment opens to a hushed lobby with space for coats and shoes which leads into a central hall with a sunny east west orientation.

Ahead the reception is a beautiful refuge which embraces its prime location with a triple bay which soars from floor to ceiling to bring in the Sussex sunshine and picture perfect views along the terrace to the sea. Light and inviting with ample floorspace to enjoy, the fireplace is in classic style, a carefully sourced frieze adorns the ceiling and outside, the balcony has space to entertain as it runs the full width of the building and has a canopy, so you can enjoy it at any time of year.

Perfect for parties but also for every day, the streamlined kitchen is bright and cheerful with a large window to frame the oblique sea view. Well planned with a practical layout and plenty of working surface the gas hob and electric oven are beneath a hood, plumbing is in place for a washing machine and there is designated space for a fridge freezer – and the good news is the vendor is willing to discuss the appliances in situ.

Private within the apartment and quiet at the back the bedroom is a serene refuge ready for your move with the restful proportions only Regency properties have, and fabulous custom made wardrobes. Simple but stylish with calm decoration, it looks along gardens at the back so it is also, surprisingly, not directly overlooked either – a rarity in this historic location.

And this property keeps on giving -don’t forget to have a look at the store on the landing above before you leave this fabulous flat, as it is big and bright!

Agent says:
"One of the most sought after destinations in our city, Kemptown bridges the picturesque cultural heart of the city (and pier and clubs!) to the waterfront restaurants of the Marina, and well served for green spaces which hold events during festivals, the seafront has beach bars, volleyball courts, a Yoga studio, So-Ho House and a new Lido."

Owner’s secret:
“It is the perfect blend of beautiful, Regency proportions and a great location moments from the beach and where you can be on a boat in the Marina, in Queen’s Park or exploring the famous Lanes within a 15 minute walk. You can reach the whole city easily either on foot or by bus, and there is something for everyone on the doorstep, whatever you’re into! The shops and cafes along St James’s Street are really friendly, so if you’re new to Brighton, you will soon meet people.”

What’s around you:
Shops: St James’s Street 1 minute walk.
Train Station: 10-15 minutes by bus.
Seafront or Park: Garden and seafront 1 minute.

Closest schools:
Primary: Queen’s Park.
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer.
Private: Brighton College, Brighton Waldorf School, Roedean, Brighton & Hove High.

One minute from the seafront, this sought after location offers an instant introduction to the glamorous Brighton lifestyle with access to shopping, restaurants, clubs and bars at the end of the terrace. Convenient for the art colleges, Amex and hospitals, Kemptown is also well served for parks which provide cool green spaces and also host events in our legendary city festivals. The international cultural heart of the city is a 10 minute scenic stroll along the seafront or enjoyable ramble down St James’s Street, the whole of Brighton and Hove is easy to reach on foot, by bus or by car and the station with its fast links to Gatwick Airport and London is about a 15 minute walk- or 5 by cab. If you need a car, parking permit zone C has no waiting list.