4 bedroom for sale, Belle Vue Gardens, Brighton, BN2

Beautifully presented and rich in period charm, this elegant Edwardian home offers an impressive 1,669 sq ft of accommodation arranged over three floors, with generous living space, four bedrooms and a delightful south-facing garden with glimpses of the sea. Perfectly positioned on one of Kemp Town’s pretty tree-lined streets, it is a home that combines character, space and an enviable coastal lifestyle.

Set back from the street behind a leafy hedge, the house makes a lovely first impression. A traditional tiled pathway leads to the front door, opening into a wonderfully wide entrance hallway, with plenty of room for coats, shoes and the everyday essentials.

To your right, the impressive open-plan sitting and dining room is a particularly inviting space. Painted in a beautiful seaside blue, the colour provides a lovely contrast to the twin grey marble fireplaces, with bespoke-style cabinetry either side adding both practicality and symmetry. High ceilings, decorative picture rails and ornate cornicing bring a wonderful sense of period elegance, while the proportions allow plenty of room for both relaxing and entertaining.

Steps lead down from the hallway into the kitchen, a bright and sociable room designed for everyday living. Dark grey cabinetry is complemented by generous worktop space, a large pan drawer and integrated appliances including a dishwasher and fridge freezer. Dual-aspect windows fill the room with natural light, while the south-facing patio doors draw you straight out into the garden, with the sea glistening in the background.

Outside, the south-facing garden is a real treat. Immediately outside the kitchen doors, a raised seating terrace provides the perfect spot for morning coffee or a leisurely lunch in the sunshine. Raised beds and established shrubs bring colour and greenery, while a further seating area at the lower level offers another lovely setting for alfresco dining and summer entertaining. With the sea as your backdrop, it is easy to imagine spending much of the warmer months out here.

Back inside, a door from the kitchen leads down to the cellar. A useful and practical space, it provides excellent additional storage and houses the washing machine and tumble dryer.

On the first floor, the family bathroom is well appointed, with a bath for a long, relaxing soak alongside a separate shower cubicle for convenience.

Bedroom four sits quietly to the rear. Currently arranged as a single bedroom, it would make an equally lovely child's room or home office, with the double-glazed sash window framing attractive sea views.

Further along the landing, bedroom two is a particularly generous double. A beautiful period-style built-in wardrobe and feature fireplace provide lovely focal points, while the double glazing ensures modern-day comfort without compromising the character of the house.

Positioned to the front, the principal bedroom is a wonderfully elegant room. Generous in size, with wooden floorboards, a large double-glazed bay window and another handsome period fireplace, it is a lovely space to retreat to at the end of the day.

The second floor reveals a further double bedroom, originally believed to have been the servant's room. This is perhaps one of the home's best-kept secrets, enjoying the most spectacular views across the rooftops of Kemp Town and out towards the sea through its double-glazed sash window. An added bonus is its own WC, with the potential to incorporate a shower into the space currently occupied by the built-in wardrobe, subject to the necessary works and consents.

With 1,669 sq ft of accommodation already on offer, this is a substantial home, yet there is further potential to explore. The front loft space remains unconverted and could provide an opportunity to create additional accommodation, subject to the necessary planning and building regulation consents.

The location

Belle Vue Gardens is a particularly pretty Edwardian street, lined with attractive red-brick houses, many enjoying their own front gardens, offering a welcome sense of privacy. Just 200 metres from Kemp Town's much-loved high street, you are perfectly placed to enjoy its wonderful mix of independent boutiques, cafés and welcoming pubs. There is a genuine community feel here, with plenty of opportunity to enjoy the sociable side of village life, while the seafront is never far away.