More like a holiday home

The former owners, Evi and Jochem Elsner of Home Concept, designed and built the spacious house with its high ceilings and lived there for six years before relocating to Yzerfontein. They’re friends with the Wandel sisters and have been back to the property several times – an experience Evi describes as “familiar and strange at the same time”.

The design was focused on easy living, Evi explains. That’s probably why people often say that the house feels more like a holiday home. “For us, it was just a very easy-to-live-in home with a relaxed atmosphere where we could accommodate lots of friends – and our pets loved it too! We love that it’s still a cosy, light-filled home with beautiful views.”

The sisters, who took ownership in 2016, were taken with the big open spaces that somehow never compromise on privacy. “We also fell in love with the wooden front door and the wooden frame around the window in the living room. We love every detail!”

The house is north-facing with mountain views to the north and the sea visible on the horizon. “You can see it from every window,” Andrea says. “In summer, we love to use the terrace as much as possible.”

Another spot you’ll find the sisters in during summer is on the upstairs balcony. “The big couch helps us relax and this is where we spend many lovely evenings with friends.” Thanks to its position, the balcony is protected from the summer wind. >>

The old wood of the dining table really speaks to us. When we fall in love with old furniture, we have to find a place for it! –Marion

Kitchen counters made by Stucco Italiano The big mirror in the dining area was made by Jochem. Andrea says: “I just love to see the reflections from everywhere and it creates the illusion of even more space. The fabric I've put over it is see-through which creates a kind of three-dimensional effect.” The dining table and chairs were also 'inherited' from the previous owners.