Aurora, Western Cape

Historic Estate in the Sandveld for sale in Aurora close to Piketberg and Velddrif.

Aurora, meaning "Daybreak" is a peaceful and tranquil village set against the slopes of the imposing Piketberg mountain range in the middle of the Sandveld. This heritage house, home to the Bell Ringer of the town in 1905, sets the scene for a residence draped in history, where nature is your next door neighbour. An escape, with every room telling its own story.

It offers a fireplace entrance, with the lounge and 2 bedrooms, dressing room and bathroom on the side, each leading onto the back porch overlooking the colourful yard. The kitchen and dining rooms are on the opposite side. There is an extra bathroom, a double garage and a carport.

There is also a second house with 2 bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen. The spacious lounge opens to the braai area on the side and to the Victorian swimming pool from the veranda. The fire boma at the back is private and cosy.

The 2 houses lie on a third of an acre and is covered with trees, bushes, plants and flowers. There are 2 water thanks, an inverter system, air-conditioners, a 60sqm loft and a vista deck to experience first-hand the magical sunsets unique to the Sandveld.

It's a retreat, an escape to gather your senses and recharge ones batteries. A wealth of possibilities exist with owning the property, be it subdivision into multiple properties, rental income, multi-generational living or accommodating guests.

Come explore for yourself. Words cannot capture the essence of this estate.