2 bed flat for sale

Highcroft Villas, Brighton, East Sussex BN1

Guide price: £300,000--£320,000.

Chain free.

Internal viewings available on request.

As the crowning glory of a substantial Victorian villa in fashionable Port Hall, this smart and sunny two-bedroom apartment enjoys green and open views across the city to the southeast. It has been sensitively converted within the roof space of the original house designed by architects Holford & Clayton during the late 19th Century, giving it the incredible proportions of the era. Internally, the flat has been renovated by those with an eye for interiors, giving it a streamlined and contemporary aesthetic, alongside original period character and detail.

While it is incredibly peaceful here, you are just a short walk from both Brighton Mainline and Preston Park Stations, plus Seven Dials is equally close. There are several local amenities, three beautiful parks, and the beach is easily accessible, so this would be a fantastic first or second home or a worthy investment. With the added bonus of a Share of the Freehold, it is sure to attract the attentions of many.

Style: Top floor Victorian apartment
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 open plan living/dining room & kitchen
Location: Port Hall/Dyke Road
Floor Area: 925 sq.ft.
Outside: N/A
Parking: Permit zone Q
Council Tax Band: A

Why you’ll like it:
Just a few minutes on foot from Seven Dials and Dyke Road, Highcroft Villas sweeps up the western embankment from Brighton Station, giving it an incredible viewpoint over the city in the southeast. This property enjoys the best of these views on the top floor of an attractive Victorian villa with external stairs rising to the communal entrance shared by just one other. This is well-presented with communal storage, offering a welcoming space to return home to each day.

The door to this apartment then opens to an internal flight of stairs rising directly into the impressive open plan kitchen and living room. This is a hugely attractive space which invites entertaining or simply relaxing back on comfortable furnishings in the evening. It is naturally light due to both dormer and Velux windows which frame stunning views across the local landscape. Feature walls in luxury paper and an exposed brick chimney feature, adds to the character of the room, while the kitchen is streamlined in white. Well designed for the space, this offers plenty of storage space and integrated appliances, and there is ample space to dine alongside the peninsula island.

Moving through the flat, the bathroom is easy to access from all rooms and is bright and airy with a shower over the bath. Both bedrooms are double with vaulted ceilings adding to the feeling of space. The principal bedroom also benefits from built-in storage, and both rooms have fresh white walls offering a blank canvas to new owners.
While the flat is built into the loft space, the size of the building means there is a further loft accessible from this flat via a pull down ladder, offering a wealth of storage – a huge bonus in apartment living.

Agent’s thoughts:
This is a superb flat in a fantastic location for the city and the station. Both bedrooms are double offering versatility for families, sharers, or professionals looking for a tranquil home office and the decoration is immaculate throughout.

Owners’ thoughts:
“i’ve loved living here, making the space my own and enjoying both the flat and the location. It’s a great space for entertaining and it is incredibly peaceful when working from home, being elevated above the city. You can walk into the city in minutes and Seven Dials in on your doorstep too, so there’s so much to enjoy nearby. I could stay here for many more years, but i’m leaving the country for work. It will be a wrench to leave.”

Where it is
Shops: Seven Dials 5 min walk, City Centre 15 min walk
Station: Preston Park Station 10 min walk, Brighton 10 min walk
Seafront or Park: Preston Park 10 min walk, Hove or Brighton Seafronts 20 min walk
Closest Schools:
Primary: Stanford Infant and Junior Schools
Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman rc
Private: Brighton College, Lancing Prep<br /><br />This is a great flat in a popular location which is well served for shops, parks and stations. There are plenty of local green spaces, and great transport links, but you are also only a short walk from everything this vibrant coastal city has to offer. The A23/A27 and both Brighton and Preston Park Stations are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.