3 bed flat for sale

The Drive, Hove, East Sussex BN3

*** offers over £1,000,000 ***

Perfectly positioned on The Drive in central Hove, moments from the Seafront, Hove Station and a wealth of amenities on Church Road; an exceptionally well-presented and generously-sized ground floor mansion apartment with three bedrooms, a substantial, beautifully landscaped rear garden with a summerhouse

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Set on the ground floor of a gorgeous yellow brick villa in central Hove, this substantial period home is filled with character and measures just shy of 1,550sqft/ 143.2sqm. Ornamented by an impressive arrangement of historic features, the apartment presents with a generous reception room, a separate statement kitchen, three well-proportioned double bedrooms, a bathroom and an en-suite shower room Each room is sympathetically decorated to a high standard in keeping with the grandeur of the building.

Tremendous ceiling heights, a striking bay window, detailed cornicing and an intricate fireplace feature in the living room and produce the most wonderfully refined aesthetic which continues throughout this expansive home. The kitchen follows classic linear design, offering ample storage with a range of wall and base mounted shaker style. Bold black cupboards and countertops are complemented by brass hardware and contemporary metro tiling. There are three bedrooms, each is a good-sized double with the two largest having the added benefit of bespoke fitted wardrobes. The principal suite enjoys the further advantage of a sophisticated en-suite shower room.

The garden is without doubt the jewel in the crown for this wonderful Hove home. Measuring in excess of 70ft/21m, a charming pathway meanders between expertly tended flowerbeds and a perfectly established lawn. At the far end of this classic English garden sits a picturesque summer house, a practical addition great for storing outdoor items as well as sheltering from the occasional downpour. There are a number of relaxed sitting and al fresco dining spots pleasingly unperturbed by the centrality of its location.

Ideally located for all that Brighton and Hove has to offer; when it comes to shops, bars and restaurants the hubbub of Church Road, George Street and Blatchington Road all offer plenty of choice surrounded by iconic period architecture.

Hove Lawns, Palmeira Square and Adelaide Crescent offer plenty of green open spaces to relax in, while the beach and seafront is never far away. For cricket fans the County ground is found on Eaton Road.

Down on the seafront, a parade of local independent amenities on Kingsway includes the ever-popular Franco’s Osteria, the Sugardough Bakery and the Kernel of Hove health food store. The renowned Marrocco’s is close at hand on King’s Esplanade with handmade Italian ice-cream, perfect for hot summer days.

Hove mainline station provides convenient commuter links to London and Gatwick, and regular bus services travel all across the city and up to Devil’s Dyke.

The Drive is situated in parking zone N and is currently in council tax band E which is charged at £3,001.52 for 2025/26.

EPC rating - tbc
Council Tax – E
Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage – Prospective buyers should check the Ofcom Checker website
Planning Permissions – Please check the local authority website for any planning permissions that may affect this property or properties close by.
Parking – N
Tenure & outgoings


Tenure: Leasehold
Unexpired term on lease - 105 years remaining
Service Charge - £4,320 pa
Ground Rent - £100 pa

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