Conveniently located close to the R21 for easy access to Pretoria and Johannesburg and a 35km drive away from OR Tambo International Airport, Cornwall Hill Country Estate is a sought-after estate in Pretoria.
Set on a 1.2ha stand, this Cornwall Hill Country Estate property has a main home with five bedroom suites, two flatlets, entertainment deck, pool, and garaging for four cars. It is on the market for R11.6 million - click here to view.This estate is set on 318ha of land in the tranquil tree-lined suburb of Irene in Centurion. The unique “village” ambience has been reaffirmed throughout this area, with the nearby Jan Smuts House, Irene Dairy Farm, Irene Village Mall and a crafts/farmer’s market every second weekend, says Leonie Van der Sande, Area Specialist for Pam Golding Properties in Centurion.
Situated next to the entrance of this prestigious estate, the Whisk Wine Bar/Restaurant has become the latest get-together for many families within the estate and the area.
“This prestigious estate has become a preferred address for many homeowners looking for a secure and tranquil ambience. Many homeowners enrol their children in Cornwall Hill College, which is recognised as one of the top IEB schools in South Africa,” says Van der Sande.
“In addition, the excellent management of this estate ensures that it protects the investment made by homeowners when buying a property in this estate.”
This contemporary home in Cornwall Hill Country Estate has three bedroom suites and open-plan living areas lead to a heated swimming pool, boma and entertainment area with wooden decking. It is selling for R5.95 million - click here to view.She explains that the 400 luxury homes are built on stand sizes measuring between 1 000sqm to 10 000sqm, with prices ranging from R2.6 million and up to R50 million for luxury homes.
According to Lightstone data, just over half of current homeowners in the estate have owned their properties for more than 11 years, demonstrating the happiness that residents have in living within the estate.
Homes have achieved solid price growth over the past decade, and this estate has seen strong investor interest. “The growth and prices achieved affirms the desirability to live within this estate,” says Van der Sande.
Living in Cornwall
Established in 1999, Cornwall Country Hill Estate offers an unrivalled lifestyle and open spaces.
The Hennops River forms the southern border of the estate and provides a wonderful place for family picnics or braais. There are walking, cycling and horseback trails for residents to enjoy.
This six bedroom, four-and-a-half bathroom home in Cornwall Hill Country Estate has a large indoor/outdoor entertainment area with a pool, boma/braai area overlooking the city skyline. It is on the market for R9.95 million - click here to view.Van der Sande says residents with children have peace of mind knowing the school is located within the estate, thus making it convenient for them to commute to their workplaces outside the estate. Cornwall Hill College caters from grade 000 to matric.
Although only a few houses come onto the market each year, Van der Sand says those looking for luxury and secure estate living with a country feel, will find that Cornwall Hill Country Estate is definitely the estate to look at, and there are some rare gems that have come onto the market.
“Properties within the estate have appreciated in value over the last few years, which is perhaps why there isn’t a huge turnover. “Those who sell do so to downscale or move to the Western Cape,” says Ivan Muller, resident and Cornwall View Magazine editor.
Muller and his family have lived in Cornwall Hill Country Estate for 15 years, and intend staying on for as long as possible.
This six bedroom, six bathroom home in Cornwall Hill Country Estate has a granny flat, conference room, gym room, garaging for 13 cars, a pool and more. It is selling for R17.5 million - click here to view.“The secure environment and its convenient accessibility to the highways, major amenities and its open spaces and views ticked the right boxes when we were looking to buy,” he says.
The estate is a close-knit community. When it comes to special events such as Christmas, residents generously dig into their pockets to give to the security guards who work tirelessly to ensure the safety of residents within the estate, he points out.
“For buyers who need a peaceful, secure, environment, Cornwall Hill Country Estate is the place to buy into,” he adds.
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