5 Bedroom House in Bela-Bela (Warmbaths)
BUILT TO LAST | TIMELESS THATCHED MASTERPIECE with 5-Bedroom, Bela-Bela, Limpopo
AIR BNB POSSIBILITY BUILT TO LAST | TIMELESS THATCHED MASTERPIECE | POOL | FLATLET | CENTRAL BELA-BELA
Character-Filled Thatch Home on Expansive Corner Stand
Step into a rare architectural gem in the heart of Bela-Bela. This partially double-storey thatched residence, set on an extra-large consolidated corner stand, offers over 50 years of exceptional upkeep, craftsmanship, and enduring quality.
With rich Rhodesian teak sleeper-wood finishes, quarry and terracotta tiles, and a dramatic high-pitch thatched roof, this home radiates warmth and timeless charm. Whether you envision a spacious family residence, boutique guesthouse, or Airbnb-style investment this property delivers versatility in abundance.
MAIN HOUSE
Designed for generous living and effortless entertaining:
3 spacious bedrooms within the main house
Large main suite with dressing room and full en-suite bathroom, opening onto the veranda and swimming pool area
Second shared bathroom with terracotta walls and patterned feature tiles
Entrance hall leading to an expansive lounge with fireplace
Study near the entrance ideal for a private office, consultation room, or spa setup
Well-appointed kitchen with serving hatch to the lounge
Separate scullery and generous laundry area
Secure secret service entrance with solid concrete slab roofing
Loft area with sleeper-wood staircase perfect for additional bedrooms, offices, co-working space, or a conference room with outside access from the garage area
A true highlight is the exceptional 30-metre covered patio once home to long-table dinners and live music evenings seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living.
FLATLET COTTAGE Income-Generating Potential
Adding flexibility and immediate value:
2 bedrooms
1 shared bathroom
Private lounge
Own entrance to backyard and garage
Access to the main kitchen
Ideal for extended family, guests, staff accommodation, or rental income. The flatlet can easily integrate into the main house to create a larger multi-bedroom layout if desired.
OUTDOOR LIVING
Recently renovated 100,000-litre swimming pool
Lapa with built-in gas braai overlooking the pool
Beautifully established, low-maintenance, waterwise garden
Excellent privacy in the back garden
Domestic accommodation available
PARKING & PRACTICAL FEATURES
Double garage
Double carports
Additional secure driveway parking
Borehole with backup water system
Irrigation system
Secure perimeter fencing
Pet-friendly
INVESTMENT & LIFESTYLE OPPORTUNITY
This property offers remarkable adaptability:
Boutique guesthouse conversion
Airbnb investment
Multi-generational living
Retreats, workshops, or conferencing from the loft space
Immediate rental income via 2-bedroom flatlet
Centrally positioned in thriving Bela-Bela, a well-known tourism hub, this full-title property combines history, character, and solid construction rarely found today.
Solid. Spacious. Soulful. A home truly built to last.
Property details
- Listing number T5388879
- Property type House
- Listing date 13 Feb 2026
- Land size 2 780 m²
- Floor size 450 m²
- Rates and taxes R 1 500
Property features
- Bedrooms 5
- Bathrooms 3
- Lounges 3
- Dining areas 2
- Garage parking 2
- Covered parking 4
- Flatlets
- Pet friendly
- Laundry
- Pool
- Security post
- Staff quarters
- Study
- Garden