Spring is here, and where better to bask in South Africa’s natural beauty than the sprawling Karoo? With charming cottages from under R1m, you can soak up the starry skies…
1. Elegance, simplicity and beauty in Barrydale for R1.475 million
This beautifully renovated north-facing original ‘NagMal Huisie’ in Barrydale in the Western Cape is a must-see: loads of space - inside and out, oodles of Karoo-style charm, endless vistas and more can be yours.
On an expansive corner stand, the three bedroom en-suite home has two courtyards - one with a braai, fireplace, enclosed front verandah and extra-long garage.
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2. Modern simplicity and unsurpassed views in Calitzdorp for R750 000
Boasting panoramic views across mountains and vineyards, this modern ‘cottage on the hill’ in Caltitzdorp in the Western Cape offers you complete privacy from its sprawling 1 728sqm stand.
You can enjoy the views from the open-plan living areas or the viewing and entertainment deck, or simply take a stroll to the town or visit one of three wineries nearby. The home has two bedrooms, one bathroom and a water-wise garden.
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3. Old-world charm and grace in Montagu for R1.95 million
Atop a set of inviting stairs, this gracious home in Montagu in the Western Cape peacefully and regally presides over the surrounding scenic vistas.
The three bedroom en-suite home boasts many of its original wooden features, and has numerous reception areas, an undercover patio and braai area, verandah, separate hobby room, a beautiful reading room with views and a water-wise garden.
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4. Enjoy the good life in Bedford for R1.95 million
Fully renovated and tastefully decorated, this beautiful Victorian home in the Eastern Cape’s Bedford offers an idyllic lifestyle.
Basking in scenic vistas and beautifully finished, the home has three bedroom suites with wooden floors, gorgeous reception areas and stack-away doors opening onto the wraparound verandah with views.
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5. Life is beautiful in Oudsthoorn for R1.99 million
Immaculately renovated and with a gorgeous garden, you will fall in love with this family home in the Western Cape’s Oudtshoorn.
The four bedroom, two bathroom home has an excellent flow, Oregon pine floors, stunning finishes, delightful and welcoming reception rooms, a verandah for soaking up the tranquillity, fire pit and more.
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6. Oh-so-much character in Fraserburg for R1.35 million
If you are looking for character, this fabulously vintage home in Fraserburg in the Northern Cape is the one for you. Although tastefully restored, many original features remain, including an antique fireplace and mantel, pressed ceilings, a stunning bay window, antique tin ceiling tiles, and more.
Covering 300sqms, the home has three spacious bedrooms, one-and-a-half bathrooms, a large covered verandah, an enclosed sun ‘stoep’, two boreholes, and more.
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7. A charmed life in Barrydale for R1.775 million
Looking for an idyllic, private and unique escape? This one bedroom, one bathroom double-story cottage in Barrydale in the Western Cape offers this, and so much more…
Oozing rustic charm, the home has Oregon pine windows, French doors, a vegetable garden and fruit trees. The upstairs bedroom overlooks the village and has a full bathroom with a corner bath and extra-large shower. Downstairs are the kitchenette, living area with built-in braai and guest loo.
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- Ula van Zyl
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