Description

Complete magnificence in the historic and picturesque Paarl Valley This splendid homestead and farm, originally awarded to French Huguenot Jean du Bois, dates back to 1694. Lovingly restored by its current owners, and offering magnificent guest accommodation in addition to spacious main residence, the farm is a tranquil oasis, just minutes away from Paarl and a short drive to Stellenbosch and the cosmopolitan mother city of Cape Town. Bird and animal life abound amongst the lush gardens, fruit orchards and vineyards. This is a working farm, where ripe fruits are hand picked between March and September and the vines are harvested in January and February. With sweeping vistas and historical character, this property epitomises everything that one would expect to find in the Cape Winelands. This 27.5 acre (11 ha) property has 3500 fruit trees (3.5ha) , Chardonnay, Shiraz and Cape-Riesling vineyards (4.5ha), great bamboo (1.5ha) planted for commercial purposes and luxury guest accommodation. The original Manor house has been carefully restored and delights the senses with the glow of historic timbers and the smell of beeswax. Lavishly furnished with pieces reminiscent of the era, the home offers spacious living rooms, dining room / kitchen with butler’s pantry, entrance hall, office and a wonderful master bedroom suite. There is a second en suite bedroom and an additional guest apartment. Housed in a separate wing are two self contained, four star, luxury guest apartments which each sleep 4 people. There is an inviting pool area. The original old barn (1910) has been restored (2010) to provide 4 lavish guest suites each with patio and linked to a private terrace with a pool, braai and large kitchen facilities. All rooms are fully air-conditioned, have wireless ADSL and is also beautifully furnished with antiques. Outbuildings include and double garage, workshop and manager’s cottage. This is truly a fantastic property that has been restored to beyond its former glory and is a magnificent mix of historical character and modern conveniences. Extremely secure and very sophisticated; this is one of the finest guest farms in the Paarl area. The property is being sold as a going concern and provides an exceptional residence for the gentleman farmer together with an excellent income