Tucked away in a pretty mews in Central Hove stands this attractive and substantial, two-bedroom townhouse. Immaculate throughout it has been recently renovated by the current owner who has been careful to retain the property’s original 19th Century character while adding contemporary touches. Originally the stables and hayloft for the grand homes of Lansdowne Place, it has generous proportions with high ceilings throughout, and the exterior is beautiful in red brick and decorative stone. There is space to sit outside within the mews courtyard, and tall windows ensure the house is naturally light. Steeped in history, and so favourably located for the station, the beach and the social centres of both Brighton and Hove, this unique property is sure to attract the attention of second homers, professional sharers and commuters alike.

Style: 19th Century mews stable house (1830)
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 1 exceptional reception room, 1 kitchen, 1 bathroom
Location: Central Hove
Parking: Permit zone M

Why you’ll like it:
You would be forgiven for not knowing that this historic mews even exists as it is securely tucked away behind iron gates which adds to its sense of privacy and security. It is a real haven with just six residential properties; all leading out to a central brick laid courtyard. This house is neatly tucked away on the southern corner and has the original oversized door and a stunning, double fronted façade adorned with local stones and decorative brickwork.
You enter directly into the main reception room where the ceilings soar over 3-meters high and solid, dark wood flooring has been paired with crisp white walls giving the feel of a gallery space. A fireplace adds character – although it is for decoration only, while vintage style radiators warm the room perfectly during the cooler seasons. There is ample space for relaxation, formal dining and entertaining in here, and while the kitchen is open to the room, it is tucked away in an alcove area of its own. The kitchen has everything you would need with plenty of storage in modern units at both wall and base levels, and the fan oven and gas hob have been integrated leaving space for a washing machine, dishwasher and free-standing fridge freezer – all of which are negotiable with the sale.
To the right of the staircase is a deep storage cupboard for shoes and household items to ensure the house remains clutter free, while above the kitchen and accessible from the living room via a hatch is a huge storage space with approximately 4ft headroom. This could be converted into a work space or occasional mezzanine sleeping area if desired – certainly food for thought.
A turning staircase leads up to the first floor where both double bedrooms and the bathroom reside. Again, these rooms have been beautifully maintained and modernised by the current owner, but they have retained plenty of character. The master is gloriously spacious; even with a super king bed and larger pieces of bedroom furniture there is plenty of floor space. The original floorboards have been sanded and varnished back to their former glory and the fire surround has been created from reclaimed sea groynes from Brighton Beach with an original Victorian tiled hearth. From the multi-pane windows, you look out to the historic, urban landscape which is perfectly private and peaceful so you can always ensure a restful night’s sleep.
Bedroom two is another lovely double bedroom with space for generous pieces of bedroom furniture. Both bedrooms enjoy high ceilings with a lovely afternoon light filtering in through their windows, and both have easy access to the bathroom across the hall. Newly fitted in recent weeks, this contemporary room has hand crafted birch-ply cabinetry painted in Farrow and Ball ‘Green Smoke’ which also forms the panel around the bath. The rainfall shower, metro brick tiling and heated towel rail all offer a nod to the traditional bathroom styles of the Victorian era, while the oblong, matt-white basin and LED lit mirror bring the room shining into the 21st Century.
There is also access from the hallway to a decent size loft space creating further storage abilities.

Agent’s thoughts:
Immaculate throughout and brilliantly located within the city, this property is ready to move straight into. It is entirely unique, so it could be a superb home for anyone looking to live in comfort close to the city and the sea.

Owner’s secret
“You cannot beat the location as it is so convenient for the beach which is much quieter at this end where you can always find a quiet spot just south of Palmeira or Brunswick Square. It’s lovely to come back in the evening and enjoy a glass of wine on the mews chatting to our wonderful neighbours or watching the sun go down on Brunswick Square Gardens. The house itself is so peaceful for somewhere so central, yet you can be socialising in the many fantastic restaurants and wine bars of Western Road and Church Road in minutes too.”

Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min walk, city centre 8 min walk
Train Station: Hove Station 5 min walk
Seafront or Park: St Ann’s Well Gardens 3 min walk, Seafront 3 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Brunswick Primary, Hove Primary School
Secondary: Hove Park, Blatchington Mill, Cardinal Newman RC
Private: Brighton College

This unique home is 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 this house also offers easy access to Hove Station and the A23/A27 which have direct and fast links to the universities, the airports and London.

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2 bedroom terraced house for sale