A home that evokes the slower pace of the 1800s, when hallways stretched wide, rooms and land were generous, and door frames stood broader and sturdier. Built with quality over quantity, it remains better, bigger, and truly worthy.
This excellently maintained residence exemplifies Oudtshoorn’s eclectic architectural heritage, blending the regional style proportions with Klein Karoo rural adaptations and Victorian esque detailing, intact as a testament to its layered stylistic history.
Established and well-known as a boutique guesthouse in operation for an extended period, it has now come on the market as a going concern including the furniture, furnishings, implements, so to speak lock-stock-and-barrel.
This exceptional property is set on an erf of 1 963 m² (pending final subdivision from the original 2 770 m² mother erf.
Accredited with a 4 Star grading by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa.
The main house has 6 guest suites, furnished with authentic antique Africana pieces, each chosen to evoke the warmth and character of a bygone era. The interiors balance a rich heritage with boutique refinement: ornate plaster ceilings, vintage light fittings, and carefully layered textiles lend a sense of understated luxury. Each room has an ensuite bathroom.
The warmly traditional kitchen, with timber cabinetry and heritage inspired Spaanse reed ceiling extends to the covered stoep where shaded patio tables and seating around potted greenery create a perfect pause between the comfort of the interior and the charm of the garden.
Separate from the main house, the ground floor of this building offers a one bedroom suite with ensuite bathroom and an adjoining office/bedroom — ideal for owner or manager accommodation. The upper floor is currently being renovated into a self contained bachelor flatlet with one bedroom and ensuite bathroom. With its own kitchen and a total of three bedrooms and two bathrooms, this building can function comfortably as a family residence. Alternatively, the upper floor may serve as additional guest accommodation, making the property adaptable to both private and hospitality needs.
Set within mature trees and landscaped greenery, the garden offers a cool retreat from Oudtshoorn’s summer heat. A well kept swimming pool with timber decking and shaded loungers provides comfort, while the surrounding trees and established plantings lend a sense of permanence and natural calm. It is a space designed for respite, balancing leisure with the enduring character of its heritage setting.
Practical amenities include a spacious workshop, seven off street parking bays, and ample additional parking.
While currently operating as a guesthouse, the property is equally suited as a large main residential home. Alternatively, it can be repurposed as a commercial property, a small conference or intimate wedding venue, or other uses subject to local authority approval.
Offered at a price substantially below it's current builld value, this property represents a rare opportunity to secure a distinguished asset in Oudtshoorn’s sought after market.
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