artists retreat montpelier place, bn1 OIEO 900,000
artists retreat montpelier place An exceptionally artistic eye has transformed this substantial five bedroom property into a soothing, light filled retreat where beauty and function merge whilst keeping the character of the building. With wonderful sea views at the back, the layout is social and flexible and the high quality of finish extends even into the private south facing patio. In the exclusive Montpelier and Clifton CA, this quiet home is within walking distance of the station, the beach, popular schools as well as fashionable shopping districts and the Lanes, so is ideal as a home or an investment.
why you ll like it... Style: Victorian terraced house Bedrooms: 4/5 Living rooms: 2/3 Area: Outside: Location: Parking: 1807 sq ft South facing patio Montpelier CA Z zone parking
why you ll like it... This imposing Victorian house with a gentle atmosphere is in a prime location within the Clifton Hill conservation area known as the "golden triangle" as you can walk to the sea, the shops and the station. Also close to schools and parks with playgrounds and which host events in the Arts Festival and not far from the Downs, this spacious home gives you easy access to all the this coastal city has to offer. The Ground Floor An airy hallway introduces you to the generous proportions, big windows and subtle use of colour which feature throughout this charming house. On the right a grand reception room has a broad bay which reaches almost the full length of the front wall, now energy efficient and which brings in plenty of light as well as the striking neo classical, windowless facade of the Chapel opposite, making this room unusually private for this central location. There are discreet cupboards and shelves painted in the soft tones of Farrow and Ball to each side of the magnificent marble fireplace, evocative of the Age of Empire and which now houses a gas fire for cosy winter evenings. The door in the central wall keeps you options open and leads through to a peaceful room looking over the garden now being used as a study but could also be a peaceful fifth bedroom as it has retained its own door to the hall. The Lower Floor and Patio Opening into the scented patio with painted walls and beautiful cobbled floor, the delightful double bedroom with French doors to the patio is light enough to be used as an art studio and it is exceptionally quiet as it is sheltered from any traffic noise from the front whilst the courtyard backs onto gardens. There is a separate door out to the garden as well, which is big enough for al fresco dining and the brick lined passageway has an enormous storage/boiler cupboard at one end with a second large cupboard to the right as you walk into the fabulous, almost sculptural kitchen diner. With a line of glass at pavement level along almost the whole width of the room at the far end, soft light filters through ingenious part partitions into the kitchen which adds an interesting dimension as well as extra seating to the space, and works with the dimmer switches and two levels of lighting in place so you can choose your mood. With plenty of units painted in muted tones providing ample wood surfaces, the layout is well planned with a magnificent Baumatic multi fuel range which could stay and there is plumbing already in place for an ice dispensing fridge and a dishwasher. Stepping beneath the roof lights into the passage running along the far end of the room, ahead is a guest cloakroom with what could possibly be an original w.c. and next door, the cavernous utility room is arched with a bright, pebbled floor conjuring images of the beach.
The First Floor The staircase and landings in the house are nice and bright as the west wall has broad windows on each turn of the stair. Up on the first floor at the back of the house, with characterful views over roofs and chimney pots to a glittering ribbon of sea, the luxury bathroom has a contemporary double ended bath with a shower above it. The panelling is wood and the twin hand basins rest on matching storage, so with the natural wooden floor, the room has a relaxing feel. Next door, spanning the full width of the house, the master bedroom has restful proportions and a handsome fireplace, the gas flame effect inset adding character as well as warmth. Ahead, the dreamy bay stretches the full height of the room and opens to an intricately wrought balcony from which to enjoy the leafy environs which include views over the single storey side building of the chapel opposite to trees and gardens beyond. The Second Floor Sun soaked and with mesmerising views over the city to the sea, the fourth bedroom is decorated to compliment the fiery colours of the sunsets. With a high ceiling and big window the room is light and airy and it has a delicate original fireplace. At the front of the house, a door frame leads to an inner lobby so the front bedroom, which is also a good size with a lovely fireplace of its own, feels very private and conveniently between the two rooms, a spacious, modern shower room is cleverly tucked away. owner s secret We can walk in any direction and be at shops or restaurants in minutes, but we love returning to our peaceful home which our friends call The Tardis as it is far bigger than it looks bear in mind This beautiful house is in a sought after area which is also popular for its sense of community and even has its own sociable Clifton Montpelier Powis Community Alliance which plans events locally. It is also worth noting that next door has parking in front of the house, and this house is wide enough and the pavement deep enough to provide for two spaces, subject to the usual consents.
where it is Style: Shops: Train Station: Western Road 2 minute walk, 7 Dials under 10 minutes Brighton 15 minute walk Seafront or Park: Seafront about a 5 minute walk, St Anne s Wells 9 minutes Closest Schools: Primary: Somerhill, Brunswick, St Pauls C of E Secondary: Cardinal Newman, BHASVIC Private: Brighton College, Brighton and Hove High Within minutes of the seafront and the fashionable Western Road, this unique central home has easy access to all that this vibrant coastal city has to offer. This sophisticated house is also conveniently located for schools and recreation facilities including parks, and its proximity to Brighton Station with its excellent links to Gatwick and London make this a viable possibility for those who need to travel, and increases the potential for an income. call: 01273 683111 110 St Georges Road, Brighton, BN2 1EA