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5 over-the-top Sandton mansions you have to see

06 Apr 2018

Have you ever wondered how the rich really live? From presidential suites with private spa rooms, to home theatres, state-of-the-art security and designer finishes, this is what the Sandton market has to offer.

Here are five different properties that give meaning to the phrase ‘over-the-top’…

1. Palatial home in Sandhurst for R60m

Set on over 2 000sqm of land, this gorgeous mansion takes up two floors and offers plenty of privacy.

The manicured grounds feature multiple water features including a grand swimming pool, landscaped garden and enclosed patio with built-in fireplace.

Inside are five palatial bedrooms and bathrooms, of which the main suite features a lounge, dressing room and private spa.

This elegantly decorated home features a double volume entryway with floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors, marble finishes and beautiful wood panelling.

It also boasts a designer bar, cigar lounge, gym, steam room and home theatre.

This house is on the market for R60 million – click here to view.

2. Prestigious Hyde Park mansion for R36m

On just under an acre of land, this farm-style mansion with double volume entryway is located in Hyde Park, Sandton.

Inside, the home offers a partial open-plan living space with chef’s kitchen. It features a customised backsplash, built-in cabinets and appliances, skylights and a white marble finish.

This airy and light house also has seven en suite bedrooms, an impressive eat-in wine cellar, al fresco dining courtyard with pizza oven and four garages with ample shelf space.

Additional special features include an enclosed entertainment patio, a borehole and water storage tank and three separate staff quarters.

This house is on the market for R36 million – click here to view.

3. Exquisite Sandhurst cluster home for R13.5m

This timeless double storey property is in a secure complex, surrounded by thriving trees and a beautifully landscaped garden.

It features immaculately trimmed greenery, grass embellished paving, a fountain and solar heated swimming pool.

This open-plan home offers three generous bedrooms, an en suite bathroom for the master suite which also has an outdoor shower and private balcony.

The offer includes a well-lit kitchen with marbles floors and surfaces, handcrafted woodwork and built-in appliances. The home also boasts crystal chandeliers, a private bar and a covered entertainment patio with built-in braai.

It is on the market for R13.5 million – click here to view.

4. Grand mansion in Bryanston for R13.49m

This 997sqm farm-style home is in the exclusive suburb of Bryanston.

The spacious property has six bedrooms, seven bathrooms and a large kitchen with modern amenities, solid French oak floors, and herb garden in the adjoining courtyard.

The free-flowing interiors boast expansive windows and glass doors, and five reception areas where you can take in beautiful views over the Magaliesberg.

This newly renovated home features two studies, pyjama lounge and an enclosed patio with cocktail bar.

The offer also includes an impressive split-level garden with stairs, mature trees, a pool and garaging for four vehicles.

It is selling for R13.49 million – click here to view.

5. Grand mansion in Hyde Park for R25m

This immaculate home offers 900sqm of interior space which features expansive sash windows and glass doors, and fine finishes and fittings.

The main floor has an open-plan layout: a formal lounge with fireplace and chef’s kitchen with a dove grey palette and integrated appliances.

Stackable doors open onto an undercover entertainment patio which overlooks the pool. It is set in a massive garden that has mature trees, koi pond, neatly trimmed hedges and rolling lawns.

This five bedroom, six bathroom home is a combination of exquisite finishes and fittings including a glass encased wine storeroom, study and gym with a steam shower.

It also features two separate staff rooms, two 5 000 litre water tanks and 16 security cameras and monitors.

It is selling for R25 million – click here to view. – Katlego Sekano

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Katlego Sekano

Katlego Sekano

Journalist at Property24.com

Journalist at Property24.com

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