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GUIDE PRICE: £275,000--£300,000. CHAIN FREE. COMMUNAL PARKING AREA. INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. With green and leafy garden or park views from every room and a stylish interior, this generous one-bedroom apartment impresses from the moment you enter. It is formed within the first floor of a grand Victorian villa looking out over Preston Park, so it has the stunning proportions of the period and there is ample space inside for both relaxation and sophisticated entertaining. Many period features have been retained, then blended with contemporary styling, alongside high-end appliances and fittings, ready for the modern lifestyle. Ideal for commuters, this property sits within easy walking distance of two stations with a direct London link, and London Road Station which has trains heading towards Lewes and both Brighton and Sussex Universities. There is on-site parking for residents and Brighton’s prettiest park is on the doorstep hosting festivals, sporting events and more, so this outstanding property should grab the attention of many. Style: First floor Victorian conversion flat Type: 1 double bedroom, 1 living room, 1 bathroom + WC, 1 kitchen Location: Preston Park Conservation Area Area: 598 sq.ft. Outside: N/A Parking: On-site parking, or permit zone J Council Tax Band: B Why you’ll like it: Lining the upper border of Brighton’s most beautiful park; Preston Park Avenue is tree-lined and characterised by substantial Victorian villas set back from the road on generous plots. All have been converted into luxury apartment buildings in more recent years, but they continue to command the same air of grandeur. This house offers a particularly fine example of Victorian architecture, using decorative hung tiles on its twin gabled façade, set back from the road behind a spacious parking forecourt. Stepping inside, the scale of the building becomes apparent, and these proportions continue into this apartment on the first floor. Upon entry, the ceilings soar in the living room where a wide bay window spans the westerly wall framing views over the Rotunda café and rose gardens. With this favoured aspect, the sun streams in, bringing warmth and light during summer afternoons. Decorative cornicing wends around the room which offers ample space for comfortable furnishings and a dining table and chairs in the deep bay. An original cast iron fireplace is for decoration and use as a mantel, bringing character and charm to the space. Adjoining the living room, the kitchen is easy to access from the dining area. White gloss handle-free units provide a wealth of storage alongside and integrated oven and an induction hob, leaving space for a tall fridge freezer and a washing machine. Peacefully positioned to the rear of the building, looking out over the green of neighbouring gardens and tree filled with wildlife, the bedroom is a charming double room and a real sanctuary during the evening where energy efficient double glazing ensures a restful night’s sleep. A wall of wardrobes maximises the floor space and the décor is soothing in sage with fawn carpet underfoot. Nearby, the bathroom is on trend with large scale brick tiling around bath which has an electric shower over it to ensure piping hot water whenever you need it. The WC is usefully separate. Agent’s thoughts: Naturally light, spacious and very well-presented, you can move straight in or let this property out immediately with ease. A sound investment indeed. Owner’s thoughts: ‘I have adored living here so close to the park and within walking distance of the city. It is a hugely comfortable flat to live in as it offers so much space and it feels light and airy all year round. The location is hugely convenient with Brighton Station just 10-minutes away and the shops, cinema and café culture of Preston Circus on your doorstep. I will miss it here.” Where it is: Shops: Local 1 min walk, North Laines 15 min walk Station: Brighton 10-15 min walk, Preston Park Station 15 min walk Seafront or Park: Preston Park opposite, seafront 30 min walk Closest Schools: Primary: Downs Infant and Junior Schools, Balfour Primary Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC Private: Brighton College This is a beautiful home in a popular location which is well served for shops, parks and schools. There are plenty of local green spaces, and great transport links, but you are also only a short walk from everything this vibrant coastal city has to offer. The A23/A27 and commuter stations are also within easy reach, for those requiring fast links to the universities, Gatwick or London on a daily or weekly basis.