4 bed detached house for sale

Westbourne Villas, Hove BN3

***guide price £2,500,000 - £2,750,000 ***

From its stately approach, this commanding white Victorian villa immediately impresses with its grand Italianate detailing. Stone balustrades frame the boundary wall and Juliette balcony, while floral mouldings above the arched doorway and the perfectly symmetrical double bay windows create an elegant, harmonious façade.

Inside, a welcoming hallway with rich dark wood flooring sets the tone, leading to a grand formal lounge on one side and a more intimate family snug on the other. This snug connects seamlessly to the rear kitchen-dining space and a practical cloakroom under the stairs. The layout balances modern open plan living with areas designed for quiet relaxation. The proportions of the double lounge are classically Victorian, with soaring ceilings, sash bay windows and French doors opening onto the garden, elegantly paired with sleek, modern finishes.

The beautifully extended kitchen-diner is ideal for both family life and entertaining. Striking floor-to-ceiling aluminium-framed corner windows and sliding doors create a seamless connection to the west-facing garden, flooding the space with natural light. Culinary enthusiasts will appreciate the high-end Gaggenau appliances and a substantial stainless-steel kitchen island, designed for both function and style. Along the rear wall, double-length dark wood cabinetry provides ample storage, leading up to a raised second reception room, another cosy family snug. Featuring an original iron fireplace, this space can be opened to the kitchen or enclosed via folding doors for added privacy.

A utility room located on the lower ground floor ensures daily chores remain tucked away and offers excellent additional long term storage.

Ascending the beautifully crafted staircase, with detailed wrought-iron spindles and a polished mahogany balustrade, you're led to a spacious first floor landing. Here, four generously sized double bedrooms are arranged, leading to a feature Juliette balcony between the front bay-windowed rooms.

The luxurious principal suite includes a large, elegant ensuite bathroom complete with freestanding bath, twin sinks and a walk in shower; All finished to a high contemporary standard. The remaining three double bedrooms each benefit from fitted wardrobes and are served by a stylish family bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower. An additional cloakroom is conveniently located near the rear bedroom.

Outside, in the west facing garden, accessed from both the lounge and kitchen diner a true retreat awaits. Bordered by lollipop Elaeagnus trees and thoughtfully landscaped with a mix of evergreens, perennials and a water feature surrounded by aquatic plants, it offers year-round tranquillity and interest.

To the front, twin silver birches stand proudly, while private parking for two vehicles is neatly arranged either side.

Perfectly situated between the beach and the bustling cafe culture of Church Road, this property offers access to outdoor activities including Hove Lagoon, and the King Alfred Leisure Centre. The popular Rockwater is just across the road for relaxed lunches or drinks with friends and the Hove Beach Park offers additional recreational amenities, including tennis courts, sand sports and gardens.

Only minutes away from a Tesco superstore, excellent shops, bars and restaurants of Church Road and George Street, while a Waitrose supermarket is only a short drive away. Nearby Hove train station offers convenient mainline links for commuters to London and Brighton, additionally regular bus services travel into the centre of Brighton and Hove and up onto The Dyke.

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