Multi-storey house for sale in Rondebosch

“ Rose House ” built-in circa 1905 has been lovingly and fully restored and architecturally extended to adapt to a modern open-plan lifestyle with easy indoor-outdoor flow to the multi-faceted garden spaces - giving this home an ambience of comfortable sophistication with many fanciful touches.

It boasts truly impressive original features – a charming front portico with water feature, four further balconies, a grand main staircase that graces the large entrance foyer, a second staircase, three feature fireplaces plus a huge AGA cooker/fireplace, lovely pressed ceilings, teak woodwork throughout and a third attic floor.

The formal lounge and drawing room/family room (with circular bay window) lead off from the splendid foyer. A newly built family /dining room/open plan farmhouse style kitchen opens out to the west-facing entertainment deck and pool as well as to the south-facing balcony- forming the very generous informal heart of the home. The bespoke kitchen includes a central island and separate scullery/laundry area – marble tops and solid wood units.

There is a downstairs guest bedroom and bathroom - that opens to the north patio and treed secluded garden. On the second floor, there is a spacious landing, three sizable bedrooms and two Victorian-styled bathrooms.

The main bedroom has two walk-in closets (one could be a study that opens to a balcony) and a fireplace. One of the bedrooms is currently used as a study with built-in units and has its own private balcony.

The attic floor comprises a bedroom with divine mountain views, bathroom and a lot of storage space. Double garage and ample visitor parking behind the auto wooden gate. 2 beautifully styled and spacious, self contained outside guest suites currently achieving exceptional rentals through booking.com., are set away from the house in the landscaped and well-treed garden. Situated in sought after Silwood, close to the local schools in the area, the Rondebosch Common and an easy commute to the city and general metro access.

A unique and very special home that has to be seen to be appreciated!!