Historical architecturally designed and renovated home

This iconic architect-renovated historic home is calling. Add your name to the title list dating back to 1806 in the sought-after heritage destination of Bo Kaap. The striking style and colour of this house as well as the design of its open-plan living space and deck were influenced by the Mexican architect Luis Barragán. The property is a double dwelling and has the potential to be utilised either as a large single home or separated into two. Those looking to work from home have the option of open-plan Mediterranean-style living above an expansive studio work-space below. There is also the possibility of renting out a self-contained downstairs apartment, with each section having its own separate entrance. The upstairs flows from a central solarium to a large open-plan living room, a bedroom with en suite bathroom, a guest loo and storage space. The main living space with built-in day bed has corcoleum flooring which blends in with the soft feel of the room. There is a seamless flow between lounge, dining room and kitchen (the kitchen has granite counter tops and a Smeg oven and induction hob with extractor and double sink). The space is brightly lit and cool in summer and cosy in winter with double glazing and a free-standing wood-burning fireplace. The private, wind-free deck opens into the living space with fold-back concertina sliding doors, bringing a sense of calm and tranquillity throughout the home. A stairway leads to the roof with a 360 degree panoramic viewing area with power and plumbed water (planning permission is in place for a large unconstructed deck). The downstairs entrance opens into a passage hallway feeding into the kitchen (with Bosch under-counter oven and induction hob and extractor), bathroom and main bedroom. An original archway leads to the living space, second bedroom and second bathroom plus laundry. The downstairs living room boasts an original 1806 niche altar built into the stone wall and a cast-iron fireplace. Wooden sash windows with security gates face the street front. This peaceful home is a stone’s throw from the trendy urban hub and coffee shops. Colourful Wale Street and the city centre with all its restaurants and city life are only one block away and the Waterfront and City Bowl schools just up the street. Make history and be a part of the heritage of the Cape of Good Hope. Call us today.