Park Crescent, Brighton, East Sussex

£1,650,000

Guide price

Extremely spacious and light family home

Large hallways and landings throughout

Impressive feature circular stairway

76m2 charming, very private, West facing garden

Three reception rooms

Large kitchen and dining room

Direct access to private, safe 3 acre communal gardens

Unbeatable location in central Brighton

Original period features throughout

Double garage with additional off-road parking

Grade II* listed

This large, beautiful, airy house has its own very private 76m2 garden - very large for central Brighton. A gate then leads into three acres of secluded communal garden, which can only be accessed through the houses, and is for the sole use of residents. It is very sociable and especially safe for children to play and explore in freedom, as the horseshoe shape of the crescent and the south wall encloses the gardens completely. There is plenty of space to relax or entertain in peace and quiet, and it is beautifully maintained by gardeners.

The location is like no other, with easy access to the mainline station and Gatwick airport. The situation works perfectly for the commuter or traveller. Brighton's amenities are close by - the quirky independent shops and cafes of the North Laine area, the centre of town and the seafront. Brighton's clubs, theatres and restaurants are only a short walk from the house.

Opposite the house is the Valley Gardens Conservation Area which provides a park walk and excellent cycle paths direct to the sea front. Access to beautiful downlands and the racecourse is a five minute drive away.

Upon entering the property there is a large entrance hallway with a grand circular staircase – unique in the crescent. There is a double length reception room that can be divided into two reception rooms by folding doors. The rooms are full of light from four large sash windows. The third reception room is a large, beautiful study.

Downstairs there is a large traditional kitchen diner with doors onto the garden – a perfect entertaining space. There is a separate utility room, laundry room, shower room, spacious larder and a further reception room – a perfect playroom or home office.

The garden leads off from the dining area of the kitchen. It is a lovely private sanctuary with an outside dining area. From here is the gate leading to the communal gardens. The double garage can also be accessed from the garden.

Moving to the first floor there are two very large double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The bathroom is traditionally styled with a freestanding roll top bath and a period fireplace. The main bedroom to the rear of the property has a stunning, uninterrupted vista across the trees and borders of the private park.

On the upper floor there are three further double bedrooms with original fireplaces, a WC, and ample storage space in the loft room.

Park Crescent is a large family home full of character and original features. The added bonus of a double garage in the centre of Brighton cannot be overlooked, and there is also parking in front of the garage for an additional vehicle. There is plenty of room for bikes, paddle boards, gardening equipment, a workbench and storage.

The current owners have lived here for many years and raised their family here. They have all truly enjoyed the house and gardens and made lifelong friends within the crescent, but it is time for a new family to benefit from the house and gardens.

Historic note:

Park Crescent is steeped in history, it was designed and constructed by Amon Henry Wilds – who was responsible for many of the splendid buildings of Brighton. There is a long history of cricket played on the land that is now the communal gardens, and Wisden (of Wisden Almanac fame) was a pot boy in the pub that formerly stood on the site of 48 Park Crescent.

The beauty and history of the terrace is recognised by English Heritage and Park Crescent is Grade II* listed.