Rock Street, Kemp Town

Rock Street | Brighton | East Sussex

In Brief Stylish 4 Storey Period Townhouse with Contemporary Courtyard Garden and Decked Terrace.

Set in Brighton's highly sought after East Cliff Conservation Area, Rock Street dates back to the mid-1800s and today is only moments away from the bustling cafes and shops of Kemp Town Village.

Just a short walk from the seafront, an expansive interior provides a wonderful example of contemporary living in a period property, effortlessly blending modern design with a wealth of beautiful Victorian features.

Situated on a peaceful road full of similar period properties, an elegant heritage colour scheme adds a subtle backdrop to each room, combining with column radiators, wood floors and sash windows to create a consistent and sympathetic design theme. EPC Rating D. IN THE LOCAL AREA - Located in the East Cliff conservation area, only a short walk away from the beach, Rock Street offers a peaceful setting within easy walking distance of the vibrant shops, bars and cafes of St George's Road, Eastern Road and Brighton Marina. Ideally situated at the end of the road, the ever popular Busby and Wilds gastro pub offers a family and dog friendly atmosphere and when it comes to local amenities there's plenty to choose from, while central Brighton is within easy reach.

Brighton train station with its convenient mainline links for commuters is approximately just under a mile and a half away, and there are regular bus services into the centre of Brighton and Hove and out to Devil's Dyke, the marina and Rottingdean.

Local schools include Brighton College, St John the Baptist Catholic School, Queens Park Primary School and Royal Spa Nursery School. Roedean School is short drive along the coast road.

While you're out and about, Brighton & Hove City Council and BT have joined forces to make free Wi-Fi available from their network of 40 hotspots at a range of locations across the city centre. This section of Rock Street benefits from Superfast Broadband access with average speeds up to 200Mbps, ideal for those who work from home.

At the moment there is no waiting list for a Residents Parking permit in this area which is situated in Parking Zone H and operates between 9am to 8pm Monday to Sunday. Currently the property is in Council Tax band E which was charged at ÂŁ2,082.43 for 2017/18.

Step Inside GROUND FLOOR - The warm tones of the hallways original wood floor stretch out throughout the spacious ground floor blending effortlessly with the heritage palette. Natural light from a tall sash window beautifully lights a distinguished main reception room where a magnificent period fireplaces instantly reminds you of the charm & character of this family home, while its exposed brick chimney breast continues the integrity of the original design.

Currently configured as a large work from home space, the adjacent sitting room offers plenty of potential to become a fourth bedroom.

Effortlessly combining contemporary and period features, French doors open onto a Juliet balcony offering views of the peaceful and private courtyard garden, while the original archway allows you the opportunity to re-open this room onto the main reception.

GARDEN LEVEL - Highly versatile and sociable, the dual aspect open plan living/kitchen space, with its engineered wood floor and feature LED pin lighting, adds a contemporary twist to this beautifully presented period property.

Sleek white cabinets and countertops in the stylish kitchen area nestle beneath richly toned stone splashbacks and provide ample room for freestanding appliances. Effortlessly delineating this impressive space, solid wood countertops wrap around a deep kitchen island featuring an integrated gas range hob and ovens, while the original coal hole has been cleverly converted into a convenient walk-in pantry.

The sense of style continues in the large dining/ living area where an additional exposed brick chimney breast adds a warm and welcoming feel. Offering ample room for a family dining table, this open plan floor provides a fantastic space for entertaining, with French doors opening onto a decked terrace, perfectly extending this sociable space still further.

FIRST FLOOR - The graceful aesthetics of this family home continue in each of the double bedrooms on this floor. Natural light from tall sash windows tumbles into a spacious double bedroom whose generous proportions create an instant wow factor. Echoing the versatile feel that this expansive interior has to offer, the elegant room creates ample potential to become an additional sitting/drawing room.

Pastel blue walls add a subtle splash of colour providing a calm and peaceful feel, while deep chimney breast alcoves house contemporary cabinets.

The heritage colour scheme continues in the adjacent double bedroom whose picture perfect sash window looks out onto the tall trees of the courtyard garden below. Sitting on the half landing, a stripped wooden door opens onto the family bathroom with its stone mosaic floor and contemporary white suite.

SECOND FLOOR - Upstairs on the top floor, south-facing sash windows allow plenty of natural light to flow into the impressive master suite engendering a calm and peaceful feel.

Cleverly positioned alcove cabinets provide a wealth of storage without encroaching on the ample floor space, while an opaque glazed door opens onto an en suite shower room that offers a touch of luxury.

Sitting behind contemporary glass screens, dark and sultry slate tiles combine with feature heritage sage walls in separate basin and walk-in shower areas, where a rectangular countertop basin and a ceiling mounted rain shower head add a spa-like feel to this sympathetically presented home. Benefiting from plenty of height and space, this stylish en suite includes a discreet dressing area complete with an abundance of open wardrobes, along with a utility area conveniently sized for a washing machine and tumble dryer.

Step Outside A charming potted bay tree graphic painted onto the tall facade creates a quirky introduction to this expansive mid-1800s four storey home.

A demi-glazed door open onto a highly private and contemporary styled courtyard garden that instantly engenders an easy flowing extension of the ground floor.

Encompassed by tall bungaroosh walls, the clean lines of pale stone tiles and modern raised flowerbeds easily match the attention to detail of the impressive interior and offer plenty of space for outdoor meals and evening drinks. Three established lime trees continue the sense of symmetry, while modern outdoor storage cupboards offer the perfect space for bikes and furniture.

The French doors of the open plan kitchen/living area allow you to enjoy after dinner drinks or a morning cup of coffee on the timber benches of the decked terrace.

SELLER INSIGHT - "When I first saw this house it was the combination of being in exactly the right Kemp Town position, the availability of parking and having a lovely pub on the corner that ticked all the boxes.

I love the mix of contemporary design features with the exposed brick chimney breasts, sash windows and wood floors. It's a very flexible house, we've moved rooms around while we've lived here to suit our needs.

I'll really miss the friendly atmosphere of Rock Street and being so near to the beach and Kemp Towns shops. I love going to Bramptons and Proto, they're just perfect. You can make the most amazing meal solely from the ingredients you've bought from them."

EPC Exempt or Pending

We wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings.

Room sizes are approximate and rounded: they are taken between internal wall surfaces and therefore include cupboards/shelves etc. Accordingly, they should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. Formal notice is also given that all fixtures and fittings, carpeting, curtains/blinds and kitchen equipment, whether fitted or not, are deemed removable by the vendor unless specifically itemised within these particulars.

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