Iconic Victorian Terrace in a Special Enclave

Offers from R3 500 000.

Set in a quaint, picturesque streetscape of well-preserved Victorian terraces, unique for their charm, character, and aesthetic appeal. Lovingly maintained and restored, these terraces are part of a close-knit community with a village-like atmosphere and shared appreciation of these beautiful homes.

The house has been meticulously cared for and restored by the same family for two generations and is now in excellent condition.

It's spacious -166sqm of living space on two levels with room to work from home. It has a verandah and two balconies - one facing north towards the harbour and the other overlooking a lovely private courtyard and garden with citrus and other mature trees, accessible from the living rooms and kitchen at the back of the property.

Original features that enhance its charm, including wooden floors, high ceilings, sash and bay windows, a beautiful archway, facades with detailed intricate plasterwork, fireplace, staircase, and original cast iron details, restored to maintain their original charm while incorporating modern amenities.

Accommodation includes four double bedrooms / home office, two bathrooms, a lounge, dining room, an open-plan kitchen, and a separate storeroom/studio.

Located in Mowbray Village, just off Main Road above the railway line, the property is close to UCT and other academic institutions, Groote Schuur, excellent schools, with convenient access to the city, hospitals, the airport, and the N2. It is ideally situated at a midpoint between the city and the start of the Southern Suburbs.

Downstairs:
- Entrance hall with a feature arch leading to the staircase.
- The first reception room to the left is bright and north-facing, with a bay window -perfect for a home office or a fourth bedroom. Currently, it's used as a dining room with a connecting door to the lounge.
- Lounge with an original Victorian wood-burning fireplace, a door connecting to the dining room, and French doors that open onto the private garden and courtyard.
- Renovated kitchen with fitted cupboards, a six-plate Smeg gas stove, with extractor fan, and a butcher block on castors stays.
- Additional storage under the stairs.
- TV lounge/home office/fourth bedroom is located behind the kitchen, with a step to a bathroom with a classic Victorian tub, basin, and toilet.

Upstairs:
- Three large bedrooms with sash windows overlooking the garden. Two bedrooms have wooden flooring under fitted carpets. The main bedroom, equipped with an air conditioner, has an enclosed balcony/home office facing the harbour, the third bedroom a Juliette balcony overlooking the garden and courtyard.
- The upstairs bathroom has a walk-in corner shower, basin, and toilet.

Security features include an alarm system, beams, and security gates.

Please contact the agent for more information or for an appointment to view it.

Video tour is available on request.