About this location
This light-filled, double-fronted Victorian house just 500m from the sea, with sea and church views, is a character-rich period family home filming location in Hove, East Sussex. Original panelling, stained glass, ornate plasterwork and fireplaces, antique and bespoke furniture, marble and oak floors and a spectacular double-height kitchen with a soft-pink range cooker, statement chandeliers and a balcony above, styled in a classic Arts and Crafts palette, suit drama, commercials and interiors photoshoots.
Key features
- Double-fronted Victorian house, 500m from the sea
- Sea and church views
- Approx. 7,000 sq ft over three floors
- Original panelling, stained glass and ornate plasterwork
- Period fireplaces (decorative only)
- Antique and bespoke furniture with marble and oak floors
- Spectacular double-height kitchen with soft-pink range cooker and balcony over
- Statement chandeliers
- Classic Arts and Crafts-inspired palette
Room breakdown
- 2 reception rooms
- Double-height kitchen and living area
- Wide hallway
- Pantry, utility and boot room
- Bar
- Powder room
- Master suite with bathroom and two dressing rooms
- En-suite bedroom with dressing room
- Guest bedroom
- Office
- Top-floor kitchen / living area
- 2 double bedrooms with en-suites
- Large lawned garden
Parking and accessibility
- Driveway parking for 6 cars
- Free on-street parking except 10–11am and 7–8pm
- Wide side access on both sides to the rear garden
Amenities
- Standard domestic power
- Wi-Fi
- Five bathrooms
- Bar
Rules and restrictions
Use of Property• Property to be used solely for agreed filming / photography purposes
• No use of the property as a public venue
Protection of Fabric & Contents
• No drilling, screwing, nailing, stapling, pinning or fixing of any kind
• No adhesive tapes on walls, ceilings, floors, stained glass or joinery
• All high-traffic areas to be fully floor-protected
• Fireplaces are decorative only – no fires permitted
• Furniture, antiques, artwork and fixtures not to be moved without approval
Lighting & Power
• LED lighting preferred
• No high-heat lighting without written consent
• No rigging from ceilings, coving, staircases, balconies or period features
• Power use limited to domestic supply
• No generators without prior approval
Hours & Noise
• Standard filming day: up to 10 hours unless otherwise agreed
• Typical hours: 08:00–18:00
• Overtime subject to approval and additional charges
• No overnight filming
• Noise levels to remain residential-appropriate
Garden & Exterior
• No vehicle access on lawn
• No digging, pegging, staking or tenting
• Driveway use limited to agreed vehicles
• Garden to be returned to original condition
Safety & Prohibited Activities
• No pyrotechnics, naked flames, smoke, haze, fog or candles
• No stunts or action scenes
• No animals without written consent
• No smoking or vaping anywhere on site
Insurance & Liability
• Public Liability Insurance: minimum £5 million
• Employer’s Liability Insurance required
• Property owner to be named as additional insured
• Production responsible for all damage or loss
Fees
• Location fee payable in advance
• Fees based on a 10-hour day unless otherwise agreed
• Overtime charged per hour thereafter
Damage & Indemnity
• Production accepts full responsibility for the property and its contents
• Any damage to be reported immediately
• Production to indemnify the Owner against all claims, losses, or expenses arising from the shoot
Alterations & Set Dressing
• No alterations without written approval
• All set dressing to be removable and fully restored
Insurance
• Valid insurance certificates to be supplied prior to access being granted.
Termination
• Owner may terminate filming immediately if terms are breached or safety is compromised.