Location
The town of Somerset West is nestled under the Helderberg mountain, just 30 minutes from the city of Cape Town and 10 minutes from the beach. Houses for sale in Somerset West are particularly popular among families who want to benefit from the town’s country-style living. There is a wide variety of homes available to rent or buy, from large mansions and beautiful family homes, to townhouses, cluster homes and apartments, either free-standing or within security estates. Priced across all ranges, Somerset West offers an affordable way to own property in the Cape Winelands.
With its peaceful ambience, Somerset West attracts home-seekers from all over South Africa, the United Kingdom, Holland and Germany. The area has several security estates which allow property owners to simply lock-up and go. Vacant land in Somerset West is available for individuals who want to design their own home in this popular area. Properties in Erinvale Golf estate and Bel’Aire Winelands estate are particularly sought after, offering an ideal opportunity to own exclusive property in a beautiful setting.
Description
Escape to the luxury of a contemporary family home in the esteemed Erinvale Country & Golf estate, with nearly uninterrupted mountain views. This oasis of tranquility and peace is surrounded by a lush garden and an inviting swimming pool. You can enjoy sitting around the fire, dining under the stars, relaxing, or lounging by the pool in complete privacy. The design seamlessly integrates the indoors with nature, featuring expansive glass sliding doors that flood the space with natural light and picturesque views.
This beautifully renovated home is ideal for a large family who appreciates outdoor living or couples seeking a golfing holiday home in a prime location. The double-storey house boasts various lounges and living and dining areas. It has five bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom. The heart of the house is a beautiful kitchen that connects to an open-plan living room and a TV room with a wood-burning fireplace. The living space leads to an outside barbeque area, which is great for entertaining while enjoying beautiful mountain views. At the rear of the house, there is an extensive dining and relaxation patio, all set within a well-maintained garden. A separate outdoor barbeque area is located in the centre of the garden, perfect for social gatherings under the night sky while listening to your favourite music on a state-of-the-art exterior Bose speaker system. The interior is adorned with beautiful Carrara marble flooring that complements the furniture theme. Furniture can be negotiated separately, excluding a few private pieces.
The property includes an extensive solar backup system with 36 Canadian solar panels and a heat pump for the pool. There are two spacious garages and parking spaces for additional vehicles. Adjacent to the garages is a bedroom or office space to the left, with a toilet and shower. In addition, a charming private one-bedroom en-suite flatlet is part of the 5-bedroom en-suite arrangement. This flatlet offers guests a lounge and kitchenette that is in line with the design of the main house but with a separate entrance. Your guests can enjoy a morning coffee or a glass of wine on their private deck while enjoying the beautiful views of False Bay.
Erinvale is a low-density estate with 419 properties built on 284 hectares of land, offering stunning views of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, the Helderberg Mountains, and False Bay. Erinvale is nestled in the heart of the Helderberg, surrounded by natural beauty, close to excellent local schools and amenities. This Estate provides a fantastic lifestyle for a wide variety of residents, including golfers with its 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Gary Player. The property's amenities include a clubhouse with a bar and restaurant, as well as meeting and conferencing facilities. The high-security estate is situated between two world-renowned wineries and the Helderberg Nature Reserve.