Constantia, Cape Town

EXCLUSIVE MANDATE This magnificent ranch-style home, set on a level 2679m² erf, enjoys breathtaking north-facing mountain views and an exceptional country lifestyle in the heart of Upper Constantia. Ideally positioned close to three renowned wine estates and their vineyard walks, Groot Constantia, with its wine tasting and dining experiences, is right at your doorstep. Thoughtfully designed for relaxed family living and effortless entertaining, the property offers exceptional versatility for extended family and guests and is successfully operated as a B&B, featuring a luxurious two-bedroom, self-contained outside cottage. The main house features integrated reception areas with concealed ceiling and cornice lighting, a study, games or reading area with built-in seating, and an open-plan lounge with two-way fireplace and built-in bar. Sliding doors open to the undercover verandah. The dining area flows to a breakfast room with reading nook and wood-burning fireplace, leading to an enclosed all-season patio with stacking doors opening completely to the garden and pool. The well-appointed kitchen features white duco cabinetry, granite worktops, prep sink, bar fridge and Smeg stove with two ovens, six-plate gas hob and griddle. A separate scullery, second kitchenette and laundry add convenience. Accommodation comprises six en-suite bedrooms and a guest cloakroom. The spacious main suite opens to the patio and garden and includes a walk-in dressing room and full en-suite bathroom. Bedrooms two and three have built-in cupboards and en-suite facilities, while bedrooms four, five and six feature luxurious en-suite shower rooms, coffee stations, prep basins, air conditioning and covered patios or balconies with garden and mountain views. One suite includes a TV lounge and feature spiral staircase leading to the upstairs bedroom. Two beautifully appointed outside suites in the cottage offer privacy for B&B guests. Automated gates, intercom access and a substantial forecourt provide secure parking for five cars, plus a double garage. A separate gate provides parking for the outside suites. Staff accommodation comprises a bedroom, shower suite, kitchenette and TV lounge. The lush private garden centres around a swimming pool with generous lounging areas and dedicated deck. A long, undercover north-facing verandah with retractable awning provides an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining. Additional features include solar power, state-of-the-art security with CCTV, electric fencing linked to the alarm, four JoJo tanks, a borehole, and automated irrigation and filtration systems for domestic and garden use.