Beaconsfield Villas, Brighton

The site is a substantial rectangular plot of 0.21 acres which comprises a large, attractive detached house currently split into 6 flats over ground, lower ground and 2 upper floors. The building has a central communal entrance to 5 flats with a side entrance to flat 6 at the rear and separate side access to the rear plot. This attractive property has bay windows to the front and rear and balcony detail to flat 3 at the front. The building and the flats have been subject to refurbishment in the last few years and present well. The refurbishment of 5 flats included high quality bathrooms with metal baths, good quality kitchens with quartz worktops & Bosch appliances. Where possible the original features have been restored and embellished. Four flats are let and income producing, 2 of the units are now vacant. Flat 6 on the lower ground / garden level has consented planning permission to split into 2 x 2 bed units and Flat 3 has a statutory tenant and has not been refurbished. The property has forecourt parking in the form of a carriage driveway and a terrace area to the rear. The rear garden area is subject to a pending planning application as described below.

The site has a pending planning application ref: BH2025/00323 relating to the rear development plot which has been separated from the existing building. Access is from the side passageway on the south side of the main house. The application provides for a modern 2 level detached house extending to approx. 1,400sqft with 3 bedrooms. In addition, under application ref: BH2024/02991 the existing large lower ground floor flat has consent to be split into 2 x2 bed units with independent access from the side of the main house. This utilises unused areas of the lower ground floor together with an element of new build space to the rear of the property. Each flat would be 807sqft/75sqm & 732sqft/68sqm respectively. Each would have an external recreation area.

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Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax Bands: All banded between A & B

EPC's: All C's but Flat 6 is D

The location is a real highlight, situated moments from Preston Park; residents can enjoy one of Brighton's largest and most picturesque green spaces, once forming part of the historic Preston Manor Estate. The park offers a beautiful rose garden, the renowned Rockery Garden, expansive open lawns, children's play areas, tennis courts and scenic walking routes, making it a wonderful place to relax and unwind.

Everyday amenities are within easy reach, with both Preston Village and the popular Fiveways neighbourhood offering an excellent selection of independent cafés, pubs, restaurants, a post office, supermarket and a variety of local shops. The area is also well served by several highly regarded schools, adding to its enduring appeal.

For commuters, the location is exceptionally convenient. Preston Park Station is approximately 0.7 miles away, with Brighton Mainline Station approximately 1.2 miles from the building, providing excellent rail connections to London and the South Coast. There are regular bus services into Brighton city centre and the seafront, where an extensive choice of shopping, restaurants, cafés and theatres can be enjoyed. The property also benefits from easy access to both the A23 and A27, making travel by road equally straightforward.