Riverside homestead offers privacy, tranquillity

AN EXCEPTIONAL property, described as “a thatched Out of Africa country retreat” on the banks of the Lourens River in Somerset West, will be brought to auction by Re-Am Auctioneers on March 31.

Set in a 2 905m² landscaped garden, encompassing rolling lawns and oak trees that are more than 100 years old, the property has river water rights.

In addition to the land that goes with the house, there is an additional 2 642m² which is leased from the municipality, says auctioneer Pieter du Toit.

“Privacy, tranquillity and peace abound in this location, and the property provides an exclusive lifestyle,” he adds.

“The stylish home includes six bedrooms, five bathrooms, and open-plan reception rooms featuring double-volume ceilings and fireplaces.”

Du Toit says the temperature-controlled wine cellar, bar/braai room with pizza oven, outdoor covered terrace, balconies and solarheated swimming pool with automated cover make the property ideal for those who love entertaining.

The property also offers a double garage with remotecontrolled doors and direct access to the house, as well as parking for at least eight vehicles, spacious staff accommodation and ample storerooms.

In addition, a quaint wooden one-bedroomed cottage is set in a corner of the garden.

Excellent security measures have been provided, including 12 CCTV cameras positioned around the property.

The home will be auctioned at 11.45am on site at 26 Meadow Lane, Somerset West.

For more details or to arrange a viewing, call Pieter du Toit on 082 450 2800.

This stylish Somerset West home includes open-plan reception rooms with double-volume ceilings and fireplaces.