House for sale in St Georges Park

A Masterpiece of Character and Contemporary Living This exquisite property perfectly balances the soulful character of a Port Elizabeth "Grand Dame" with a suite of high-end, modern upgrades designed for the discerning 21st-century homeowner.

Nestled behind electrified walls in the heart of historic St George's Park, the journey into the home begins from the street. The architecture is a study in Victorian-era grandeur and the garden manicured and water-wise.

Characterised by a traditional corrugated roof, bullnose veranda, and original timber sash windows that speaks to its historic pedigree, its timeless appeal extends to the hand-crafted stained glass front door. A bespoke piece by David Manning, it serves as a both a luminous centrepiece and an invitation to step inside.

The sophisticated interior aesthetic is offset by traditional high ceilings and burnished wooden floors along with glass bi-fold doors that dissolve the boundary between the rooms and the timber-deck. Left open, the result is a seamless indoor / outdoor entertainment flow for all-season entertaining and al fresco dining under the stars.

The home's heart is an open-plan sanctuary comprising a connoisseur's kitchen, dining room, and sunlounge with a wall of stacker doors that fold right back to reveal the deck. A vision of sleek quartz countertops and all-white handle-less cabinetry, the kitchen boasts a gas hob, oven and microwave as well as a lengthy breakfast bar with seating, and a laundry section.

For more formal gatherings, the elegant formal lounge is centred around an efficient fireplace – with a year's supply of wood waiting at the bottom of the garden.

Tucked away in the back garden with separate access, the guest studio consists of a bedroom and en suite bathroom. Ideal for guest accommodation, it will also work well as a teenager's pad, or a quiet, professional workspace.

As functional as it is beautiful, the home boasts a top-notch off-the-grid infrastructure:

Solar power: A 5KW solar and inverter system connected to all lighting and plugs for uninterrupted power.

Water: Three rainwater tanks (approx. 4,500L) feed an automatic reticulation system that keeps the landscaped garden with its proteas and lemon trees in great condition year-round.

Top-tier security: Peace of mind is provided by an eight-strand electric fence, automated access and an interleading garage.

This is so much more than just a superb home; it's a lifestyle in a prestigious heritage suburb that's close to legal, medical, and business hubs, the Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, the beach, and top schools and restaurants. Viewing is by appointment only.