Bergzicht, Malmesbury

Opulence. Rarity. Legacy. Built in 1875 at an estimated cost of £7,000—an extraordinary sum for its time—The Baron von Elgg Estate is home to the last remaining double-storey Victorian mansion in Malmesbury: a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to claim a living piece of South African history. Built by E.S. Ford for Baron Werdmüller von Elgg of Zurich, the residence was crafted from materials meticulously selected from English catalogues and shipped from England to South Africa. Every detail reflects the aristocratic precision, artistry and craftsmanship of a remarkable era. Pressed Victorian ceilings and ornate plasterwork – artistry from an era of true craftsmanship. Original marble fireplaces, stained glass and sash windows – timeless details filled with soulful light. Victorian floor tiles and decorative ironwork – rare features modern homes can only envy. This residence is not for the conventional buyer. It calls to the visionary collector, the aesthete, the dreamer who desires a home with a soul. With generous proportions and stately presence, it is both sanctuary and statement. Walk through its doors and time itself seems to pause—for this house does not merely stand, it performs. An additional subdivided erf, offering further garden space, is available separately. Prospective purchasers are invited to enquire with the agent for further details. A Victorian jewel. A story. A legacy. Waiting for the one bold enough to make it theirs. Private viewings by appointment only.