The combination of historic significance and a prime maritime location – on the seafront in Brighton – will make this property irresistible to some. Add in glorious internal fixtures, fittings and furnishings and there are few reasons to not consider this outstanding grade-I listed town house.
Angel House was built in the 1820s and it’s one of the first properties designed by Regency architect, Charles Busby. It still retains many of the unique Regency decorative features that encapsulate the fashions of the era, albeit upgraded with all the modern conveniences we hope to find.
Purchasing this house gives the new owner access to the upper ground floor and all of that comes above, with the lower ground level on a separate lease (with its own access), renovated to hold four flats.
That being said, the new owner won’t feel shortchanged on space and rooms. There is a run of glorious reception rooms, from an opulent lounge and separate sitting area, to the impressive dining room, all of which are furnished in a regal style to retain the Regency style of its era.
The kitchen may look historical, but is equipped with all the modern convenience to make preparing meals for householders or guests a breeze. The area has room for others to sit and chat as the chef works away, with large windows washing the whole space with light.
It’s a welcome addition to the house to have cosy sitting areas in addition to the grander reception rooms (a snug is a comfortable place to be a bit more informal) and there is a simple but impressive study that provides the ideal space for the home-worker.
Climb the stairs to find the bedrooms, starting with the impressive principal bedroom suite, where high ceilings and vast window imbue the room with a luxurious sense of space. The view is, as you would expect, utterly divine – the sea will tempt you out of bed each morning! There are four further double bedrooms, all of which are elegant in their furnishings and providing similar, magnificent views.
In addition to the en-suite attached to the main bedroom there are two shower rooms and a bathroom for the household, all of which are surprisingly spacious compared to modern builds. Indeed one bathroom contains a chaise longue and a statement roll-top bath tub from where, of course, the sea can be admired.
While garden space is minimal (the beach is mere moments away, which is some consolation), there is access to a courtyard from the kitchen where a small party could gather for an al-fresco dining experience with the sounds of the sea.
Angel House sits on Brunswick Terrace, within the Brunswick Town Conservation Area, and right on the seafront of Brighton beach. A few minutes from the property are various cafes, while within half a mile the bustle starts more fervently and there are more options for spending your money: coffee shops, supermarkets, restaurants and boutiques.
Brighton Station is just 2 km away and provides services to London Victoria and London Bridge (journey time of around an hour). The train line goes via Gatwick airport for flying up and away.
Brighton brims with culture, art and history, with a reputation for being a quirky, contemporary space as well as retaining its classic British-seaside vibe. There is also an excellent choice of highly regarded state and independent schools, including Cardinal Newman, St Christopher’s prep school, Brighton College, Kings Brighton and Brighton and Hove High School (GDST) and Roedean.
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5 bedroom terraced house for sale in Brunswick Terrace, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 (rightmove.co.uk)
