Nestled amidst lush greenery on a 3,231 m2 erf, this lovely 492m2, 1914 built character-filled home exudes a charming and tranquil ambiance - a truly captivating retreat.
As you approach the home, a parking area under majestic old oak trees and the sheer beauty of the architecture, creates a sense of anticipation to explore this haven of tranquility.
Rough-hewn granite steps, finished with granite handrails and flowerbeds lead to an impressive portico with its three domed granite arches supported by two smooth granite columns emphasizes the value proposition of the house you are about to enter.
At the entrance door, you’ll enter a wonderful medieval architectural built house with neo-classical elements, on two floors. The moment you step inside, you'll be greeted by a sense of grandeur and sophistication.
On the ground floor of the house we find an entrance hall, a very spacious living / dining room, a formal lounge, a study, a breakfast room, a large kitchen, guest toilets and as a bonus a granny flat. On the upper floor of the house there are 4 large bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a pajama lounge area that leads to the covered balcony overlooking a lush garden and captivating mountain and Paarl Valley views, creating a constant connection with nature.
Three pairs of impressive front doors, decorated with leadlight windows, invite visitors to enter the spacious entrance hall with its red brick fireplace that offers the welcoming warmth to the old world interior. Neo-classical characteristics can be seen in the three arches of the entrance doors.
To the left of the entrance hall is the formal lounge with custom made hand-crafted built-in cupboards. Adjacent is a large oblong study. To the right of the entrance hall you’ll find the large open plan living/dining area where a touch of the English medieval era is seen in the Tudor-style ceiling beams supported on decorated plinth blocks. The 18th century Cape influence is also obvious in the built-in cupboards in the dining room with their stinkwood gable tops. Passing through the lounge/dining area, you will find the breakfast room, before you get to the large kitchen further down the hallway. Adjoining the lounge/dining area is a conservatory. An added allure is the granny flat that have a separate entrance or it can be accessed from the house.
Stepping outside, the enchanting garden, characterized by the generous use of granite and surrounded by towering trees beckons. On the side of the house, is a vine covered open pergola entertainment terrace with clay tiles and supported on rough-textured granite blocks overlooking the pool and a sunken crazy slate paved braai area with dry-packed granite walls. The main perimeter wall is also of dry-packed granite blocks whilst the outdoor benches are of rough granite slabs. An old wrought iron gate in Art Nouveau style compliments the garden setting.
Besides the bonus of a proper granny flat, the other big positive is that the property was rezoned
from Conventional Housing Zone to Neighbourhood Business Zone. Copy of the zoning certificate, specifying how the land/property can be used, available on request.
Viewing by appointment only.
