Flat for sale in Sussex Square, Brighton BN2

Sussex Square embraces 7.5 acres of listed gardens for the residents with a tunnel to the sea. The building itself is being restored under the guidance of English Heritage and this beautiful 2 bed maisonette within the prime south terrace has been lovingly restored to its former glory to become a magnificent, design-led home. Uniquely private and very quiet with 2 spacious storeys and no-one above it feels like a house and period features include a glorious oval roof light and an original fireplace in the reception. This skilled refurbishment includes steel radiators in keeping with the age of the building, high grade flooring with extra sound insulation and a glamorous, high spec kitchen and chic bathroom. Grade I listed to acknowledge its classic beauty, there are friendly local shops, cafés and bistro bars and the County Hospital is an 8 min walk.

Built between 1823-1827, Sussex Square is one of only a few in Brighton which have private gardens for the residents. The building’s restoration includes repairing the Corinthian columns and portico mouldings and through the impressive entrance, a communal hall with the original flagstone floor and sweeping stone staircase will be painted in historic hues.
Inside the apartment, period detail has been restored or carefully sourced, and the best features the 21st century has to offer have been subtly integrated- from the designer radiators to the energy efficient boiler. In the hallway a beautiful Regency staircase ascends beneath the oval skylight bringing light into the heart of the home.

A graceful arch frames unusually broad steps down to the bedrooms. With a high ceiling and large window, the guest room of 2.96m x 2.6m (9’6 x 8’6) is quiet and comfortable. A fitted wardrobe extends beneath the staircase, and there is extra storage above the fireplace. Completely private as well as peaceful, the principal bedroom spans 3.90m x 3.30m (12’9 x10’9). With the restful proportions only Grade I listed homes can deliver, it’s decorated in the calm tones of Farrow & Ball, the high grade wool carpet has sound insulation and the shutters on the ceiling- high window were handmade by a local craftsman. The nearby shower room has a Regency influence in the Burlington fittings and style of the wand and overhead shower, as well as modern designer tiling, heated towel rail and shaving point.

At the top of the stunning staircase where the roof light frames the sky, the spacious kitchen flows into the living dining room. Shaker units deliver well planned storage, both the working surfaces and fitted shelves are marble and the stylish tiles have a European flavour. A Zanussi gas hob and electric oven are beneath a lit hood, the Butler’s sink discreetly acknowledges the period of the building and both a dishwasher and washing machine are integrated.

With views which sweep across a distant cityscape which glitters at night to a glimpse of rolling countryside, guests can relax in a living dining room of understated elegance. With 4.10m x 3.9m (13’5 x 12’9) in which to unwind and ceilings soaring to approximately 3m, solid oak is laid in a classic herringbone pattern and the vendors believe that the original marble fireplace is open, so something worth investigating perhaps.

What’s around you:
Shops: Local 3 minutes, Georgian Lanes a 20-25 minute walk, 7-10 by cab
Train Station: Brighton about 15 minutes by bus
Seafront or Park: The beach is reached through the tunnel in the gated gardens

Closest schools:

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

Within walking distance of Kemptown village and the Marina, this beautiful maisonette has use of 7.5 acres of Grade II listed gardens which have a tunnel to the beach. For the exclusive use of the residents of the Kemptown Estate they are not only private and secure, but also a social focal point of a vibrant and inclusive community. There’s a local al fresco lifestyle and a fifteen minute walk (or local bus routes) takes you past the County Hospital and award winning Brighton College into the heart of Kemptown with its fashionable patisseries, bars and restaurants, whilst a scenic 20-25 minute stroll along the seafront or St James’s Street (on the Pride route) – or a 7 minute cab ride- takes you to the picturesque cultural heart of Brighton.

Owner's secret:

“Keeping the integrity of this unique portion of a beautiful Regency building was very important to us and we hope that you enjoy the easy flow and high quality finish of our home, which we have loved. The building only has 5 flats- and we all love the house and get on well, which is why extensive restoration’s underway. Unusually pets are allowed, so long as the freeholder is consulted, although holiday lets are not, which is why it stays nice and quiet here. As we are relocating, we are happy to discuss the chandeliers as we’re not sure we’ll find such high ceilings ever again!”<br /><br />Within walking distance of Kemptown village and the Marina, this beautiful maisonette has use of 7.5 acres of Grade II listed gardens which have a tunnel to the beach. For the exclusive use of the residents of the Kemptown Estate they are not only private and secure, but also a social focal point of a vibrant and inclusive community. There’s a local al fresco lifestyle and a fifteen minute walk (or local bus routes) takes you past the County Hospital and award winning Brighton College into the heart of Kemptown with its fashionable patisseries, bars and restaurants, whilst a scenic 20-25 minute stroll along the seafront or St James’s Street (on the Pride route) – or a 7 minute cab ride- takes you to the picturesque cultural heart of Brighton.