5 Bed House in Rondebosch

Steeped in history, this absolutely stunning Victorian-style residence, constructed in the early 1900s, is now for sale. Its comprehensive historical record traces back to its origins, revealing a diverse list of owners and occupants, the Union Castle Company, Politicians as well as Queen Frederica and her family in the 1940s.

The main house boasts four generously sized bedrooms, each equipped with its own en-suite bathroom. Additionally, there''s a fifth bedroom, a self-contained cottage.

Spanning three stories, the ground floor features a charming wrap-around veranda that hosts an outdoor dining space and seating area. Upon entering the house, you''ll find the office and lounge situated on the eastern side. Both spaces open out onto the wrap-around veranda, creating a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. The lounge has a built in slow burning wood fireplace.

On the western side of the hallway, you will discover a semi-open plan kitchen and dining room. The kitchen exudes a classic and elegant style adorned with a checkerboard floor tile pattern that is both eye-catching and versatile. The dining room exudes grandeur, offering ample space for a 12-seater dining table. It features an open wood-burning fireplace, warm wooden floors and abundant light streaming through its bay windows.

On the second floor, you''ll find three generously sized king-size bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom. The master bedroom boasts a spacious walk-through closet that leads into its bathroom. Additionally, the bedroom features three bay windows, mirroring the elegant design seen in the dining room below. Bedroom 2 offers direct access to the wrap around balcony, complete with both a dining and seating area, enjoying picturesque views overlooking the garden and pool. Bedroom 3 exudes a sense of spacious modernity, featuring an open wood-burning fireplace that adds both warmth and contemporary charm. Moving up the second wooden staircase to the third floor, you will find the loft-style 4th bedroom. This very spacious retreat comes complete with its own bathroom, and yet another wrap around balcony, offering spectacular views of Table Mountain, as well as separate self-contained storage area.

The fifth bedroom takes the form of a self-contained cottage located to the side of the house. It includes a kitchenette, a spacious en-suite bathroom, and a separate entrance, providing an added layer of privacy if required.

The garden is mature and well-established, featuring a pool and a beautiful London Plane tree (Plantanus) off to the side of the house, offering ample shade when needed. Additional amenities include a double lock-up garage, electric fencing, and an electric gate.

Rondebosch is centrally located and in close proximity to a multiutde of reputable schools, with Forres Preparatory School, a dynamic and co-educational school, just a few hundred metres away, hospitals and the University of Cape Town. Cape Town International airport is just a 15-minute drive, as is the CBD and the Waterfront. Table Mountain nature reserve is a short drive away.