House sold in Claremont, Cape Town

Built in the 1870's, with well-preserved original features (complete with alluring turret) and generously proportioned high ceilinged

rooms, this home has been treasured for some 150 years while the garden has matured and attracts a rich bird life to its

magnificent trees, shrubs and lawns. The house relates well to the totally private and expansive garden with the wrap around

covered verandah overlooking the treed garden as well as extending to the sunny pool area with its surrounding entertainment

patio. Three very spacious reception rooms with beautiful original fireplaces, including a formal dining room opening to the side

stoep and outside passage. Large old fashioned country style kitchen with pantry and laundry that opens to the back garden and

side passage. Three generous bedrooms and two bathrooms in the main house. Outside “pool suite” overlooking the pool/patio

that comprises two rooms and shower/whb/loo – suitable for guests or entertainment. Double garage plus double carport plus

off-street parking for 2 vehicles. Well located in a desirable part of Claremont, in the catchment area of a range of excellent

schools, in walking distance to Newlands Cricket and Kelvin Grove, close to Palmyra Junction and the Claremont CBD and with

great access to the wider metro area. This property has wide appeal for a variety of options and is ripe for upgrading or developing,

while retaining its lovely heritage aspects. Do not hesitate to explore this opportunity!