2 bed maisonette for sale

Burlington Street, Brighton BN2

Spanning the upper floors of an elegant Victorian townhouse in Brighton’s fashionable Kemptown district, this generous two-bedroom flat feels more like a house than an apartment, giving you almost 900 sq. Ft. To play with. It is incredibly peaceful being elevated above the city, and it is filled with natural light from east to west through wide bay and sash windows looking out over the local cityscape. It has been well maintained by the current owners who have kept the decoration fresh and neutral with wood flooring and white walls to suit all styles of furnishing, allowing new occupants to move straight in with ease.

You can see the sea at the end of the road from the main front door which opens to a neat communal hallway and stairs rising to your entrance on the first floor. Stepping inside, an internal staircase leads to the second floor where light streams onto the landing from the living room, spanning the front of the house. This elegant space has a high ceiling, a wide sash bay window facing east and a grand marble fireplace taking centre stage. There is room for relaxed furnishings and a dining table and chairs for formal occasions, or a desk for working from home if required. Cabinetry and shelving have been built into the alcoves bringing both form and function to the room which sits conveniently next door to the kitchen.

Another comfortable space, the kitchen becomes a second sociable space when entertaining as it has room for a kitchen table and chairs. Parquet flooring has been retained while sage Shaker units provide a wealth of storage at two levels. Within these, the ovens and gas hob are integrated while space has been left for a washing machine, an under-counter freezer and a tall fridge.

A further flight of stairs rise to the upper half landing where double doors open to the sun terrace. Facing west, this catches the last of the summer sunshine providing the perfect spot for drinks and dinner as it sets over the rooftops of the historic local landscape.

Peacefully positioned on the top floor, both bedrooms are double making them ideal for professional sharers or families. Useful storage has been built into the alcoves for books, while the principal room also benefits from a wall of built-in wardrobes which maximise the floor space. The bathroom sits on the lower half landing and is classic in white with a shower over the bath. Should new owners wish to modernise or add value, it would be the kitchen and bathroom where this would have the greatest impact.

Vendor’s Comments:

“There is a vibrant energy within Kemptown and a real sense of community which is unique within the city. With the beach on your doorstep, you don’t miss having a garden, yet the terrace is a joy in summer for relaxation in the evening to watch the sun set.”

Education:

Primary: Queen’s Park Primary
Secondary: Varndean or Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman rc
Private: Brighton College and Prep, Roedean

Good to know:

Brighton is a cosmopolitan coastal resort famous for its history and flamboyant Royal Pavilion as well as its beaches, Pier and glamorous Marina. Known for its festivals celebrating the arts and relaxed, café culture there are countless shops, restaurants and bars to explore along the seafront, in the characterful Georgian Lanes or in the fashionable central shopping districts and all are easy to reach from this period property. The beach is opposite, and it is just a stroll from the fashionable Kemp Town Village which hosts the Hospital and good schools including the award-winning Brighton College. Brighton Sea Lanes open air swimming pool sits at the bottom of the road for those who don’t wish to brave the sea in winter, alongside Soho House’s Brighton Beach members’ club for social times and networking. The law courts and Amex are within reach as is the Marina with its health club, cinema, restaurants and supermarket and the Downs, Queen’s Park and a 72-par golf course are a ten-fifteen-minute walk. It is also close to several bus routes serving the city centre, coast and Brighton Station, with its fast links to Gatwick and London. For those who need to commute by car, the A23 and A27 are not far, and permit zone H has no waiting list.