5 bed detached house for sale

Shirley Drive, Hove BN3

A substantial detached family home in one of Hove’s most desirable residential locations, offering over 2,444 sq ft of versatile accommodation, a large rear garden, generous off street parking and a superb self contained annexe.

Set back from the road behind a gated driveway, this impressive detached house occupies a prime position on Shirley Drive, moments from Hove Park and well placed for excellent local schools, transport links and everyday amenities. Beautifully presented throughout, the house offers bright and spacious accommodation across three floors, perfectly suited to modern family life.

The main house provides an excellent balance of reception and bedroom space, including a generous living room, a contemporary kitchen with adjoining dining area, a separate conservatory overlooking the garden, ground floor cloakroom, and four well proportioned bedrooms arranged over the upper floors. The principal bedroom enjoys an en suite, while the remaining bedrooms are served by stylish family bath and shower facilities.

A particularly attractive feature of the property is the self contained annexe space, which offers excellent flexibility for multi generational living, guest accommodation, independent teenage space or working from home. This area comprises a front facing bedroom, kitchen, shower room, and a conservatory which works beautifully as a sitting room, enjoying stunning views across the rear garden.

To the rear, the garden is a standout feature. Exceptionally mature and beautifully maintained, it offers a large lawn, established planting, several seating areas and a wonderful sense of privacy, making it ideal for families and entertaining alike. There is also a summer house, currently used as a gym, together with additional garden features including a greenhouse, while the spa hot tub can remain for the new owners. A substantial garage further enhances the practicality of the home.

Shirley Drive is regarded as one of Hove’s premier addresses, close to Hove Park, Hove Recreation Ground and within easy reach of both Hove and Preston Park mainline stations, providing direct links to London. The area is also well served by highly regarded local schools and is conveniently positioned for central Hove, the seafront and the city centre.

In short, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial detached house with highly flexible accommodation, a superb annexe, a stunning garden and excellent parking, all in a prime Hove Park setting.