Stanford, Western Cape

Set in the heritage village of Stanford, this characterful Cape Vernacular home enjoys fabulous north-facing views of the Klein River mountains and a wonderful sense of space, light and connection to the outdoors.

A flagstone path leads to charming double doors with blue stained-glass inserts, opening onto a full-length tiled verandah overlooking a generous garden with mature shrubs and olive trees.

Inside, the light-filled double-volume living area combines an open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining space, with bagged walls creating a relaxed country-cottage feel. New solid pine flooring adds warmth, while the wood-burning fireplace and feature spiral staircase enhance the character of the space.

The well-appointed kitchen has three-year-old cabinetry, granite worktops, a four-plate gas hob, electric oven and central island with built-in wine rack. A discreet scullery provides ample storage and space for appliances, while a separate cloakroom adds convenience.

The home offers two spacious bedrooms, both bright and airy with pine ceilings and access to the verandah. The north-facing main bedroom opens onto the rear verandah and has an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom also opens directly to the verandah and pool area and has its own ensuite bathroom.

The L-shaped undercover verandah is made for relaxed outdoor living, with a bistro area for morning coffee, an eight-seater dining area for summer entertaining, and views across the chlorinated pool and garden. The large, fully fenced garden offers plenty of room for children and pets, with an irrigation system, gardeners’ shed and a beautifully designed new herb garden centred around an olive tree.

Upstairs, a fabulous open-plan loft with pine flooring and custom-designed windows captures the magnificent mountain views and northern light. Currently used as an art and study space, it could readily become a third bedroom. A suspended walkway crosses above the kitchen to an additional area suitable for storage or potentially a bathroom.

Additional features include a latte-covered carport for one vehicle, parking for approximately two more cars, an alarm linked to local security, full fencing and Polybar security on vulnerable windows.

To arrange a private viewing of this lovely, characterful Stanford home, offering generous living spaces, wonderful indoor-outdoor flow and truly glorious mountain views, please contact Debbie Braunlich. This is an Exclusive Sole Mandate.