An 1835 Cape Dutch Farmhouse and outbuildings at the edge of the town, infused with great personality: for sale


An 1835 Cape Dutch Farmhouse and outbuildings at the edge of the town, infused with great personality

Prince Albert, Western Cape, South Africa

NEGOTIABLE

9 800 000 ZAR

Agent: Cliff Jacobs - Managing Principal Estate Agent & CEO (Nat.Dpl.Hotel Man (UJ). M.P.R.E.)
Agent Cellphone: +27 (0) 84 413 1071 / +27 (0) 61 716 6951
Agent Office Number: +27 (0) 21 554 0283
Agent Email Address: cliff@exquisitehotelconsultants.com
Type: Guest House
Bedrooms: 9
Bathrooms: 9
Showers: 9
Parking: 12
Yield: Not Disclosed
TGCSA Rating: 4 Star


Well on its way to a double century, this beautiful Karoo Guest House is the oldest surviving building in Prince Albert.  Built in 1835 on part of the fertile Kweekvallei farm for old Zacharias de Beer’s granddaughter on her marriage, this sturdy two roomed farmhouses (as it was then) conformed to a style popular in this part of the country in those early pioneering days.  In its original guise, it has a thatch roof and whitewashed walls; the exposed timbers were painted green and the surrounds of the windows and doors a dark yellow.  Near the main house were a barn, some sheds and several smaller outbuildings and a diary, but set apart from the main cluster of building was another barn whose purpose was reserved to produce vinegar and brandy – and of Wit-Blits, an extremely potent raw spirits not to be recommended for anyone but the most seasoned of drinkers.  Perhaps therefore the barn was built a respectable distance from the family home.

Two rooms were clearly inadequate for a growing family and the main building was extended to accommodate and inside kitchen and living room.  More rooms were added, and the final touch was the long veranda, which lends the old farmhouse its aura of stately elegance.  Large and productive, the farm itself was ideal for planting vineyards and many other types of fruit, and over the years it came to be regarded as a as a model of efficiency.  The name of this distinguished guest house means “Pine Garden” of “Pine Place”, but none of the original pines remains and, in their place, are varieties of cypresses.

Regrettably the house and its outbuilding were badly neglected during the 1970’s and fell into a sorry state of disrepair.  With the intention of converting the old place into a guest house, the new owners began extensive renovations in 1994 and these included the introduction of plumbing, sewerage and electricity.  Three new kitchens and bathrooms were added, ceilings replaced, walls and roofs repaired, and tiles and new flooring laid.  But with these renovations great care was taken to use only recycled materials wherever possible.  This had the desired effect of making the new virtually indistinguishable from the old.  It is fortunate too that many old features remain, including the wood burning stoves, and the outsides of the buildings have been carefully painted to evoke the original colour scheme.

With a clear vision for the future combined with sensitivity to the historical and architectural significance of this fine old property, the present owners have forced the pace with further exciting renovations and extensions.  The dam and windmill have been repaired and the magnificent old gardens, now under borehole irrigation, have been restored and enlarged.  Declared a national monument in 1997, it was the first guest house in Prince Albert to be accredited by the South African tourism authorities and it has since been awarded four stars by the Tourism grading council.  So successful have the restorations of this historic farmstead been that it has not only won the prestigious Simon van der Stel foundations award for conservation, but more importantly it has also been preserved for the enjoyment of future generations.

 ABOUT US

An 1835 Cape Dutch Farmhouse and outbuildings at the edge of the town, infused with great personality.

On a somnolet stone stoep dozed a collection of chairs, tables and a reclaimed pew.

Table settings sparkled in the sunlight beyond which dessert hills appeared through the feathery pepper trees…then there is the Karoo hospitality. Truly memorable.

Nights will pass star-gazing and sounds indentifying, whilst days can be spent on mountain bike riding, browsing or hiking…

Swimming in the old big round reservoir is a must…

I’d recommend you stayed at least 2 nights

DIE HEL

swartbergpass

Highly recommended is the Gamkaskloof ‘Die Hel’ (translated to The Hell) which takes you to visit a lost community and although it is only 50km away, this is a full day tour where you head down the valley from the top of Swartberg Pass in a 4×4 to the valley and enjoy a historical talk on this forgotten area, meet the people and then enjoy a local lunch before heading back in the afternoon.

A stay at our Guest House offers an alternative to Oudtshoorn and a real country feel. Great for couples and families. At least 2 nights are recommended to be able to really appreciate the charms of Prince Albert.

 





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Key features

PROPERTY FEATURES

  • ERF size – 5027m2.
  • Rates R605 pm.
  • Building Size 703m2.
  • 4 star graded property – TGSA.
  • Type – Guesthouse.
  • Year established – September 2003.

LOCATIONS/DISTANCES

  • Prince Albert Village – 1km.
  • Swartberg Mountains – 3 km.
  • Oudsthoorn – 160km.
  • George – 230km.
  • Cape Town – 430km.
  • Closest Airport – George.

RATES 

From R680 per person B&B to R1,050 per person B&B.

INTERIOR FEATURES

  • Parking for 12 cars.
  • 9 Bedrooms.
  • 9 bathrooms.
  • 1 Staff facility.
  • 4 TV rooms.
  • 5 Lounges.
  • Sauna.
  • Pool.
  • Conservatory – 20 seated.
  • 2 decks overlooking leiwater.

ROOM FACILITES

  • Individually decorated.
  • Extra length beds (kings size / twin beds).
  • Ceiling Fans.
  • Air -Conditioning.
  • Non smoking.
  • Private Patios.
  • Gowns in rooms.
  • Safes in rooms.
  • Wifi in rooms.
  • Hairdryers.
  • Pool towels.
  • Bathroom Facilities.
  • Large showers.
  • 4 Freestanding baths.
  • 1 double basin.
  • Bath towels, hand towels.
  • Toiletries provided.

FACILITIES AND SERVICES

  • WIFI internet connection.
  • Dining Room – Deck / Conservatory.
  • Honesty Bar.
  • Secure off road parking.
  • Pool.
  • Sauna.
  • Landscaped gardens prolific with bird life.
  • Walking distance of village.
  • Laundry service.
  • Local shuttle.
  • Bicycle Hire.

AFFILIATIONS

Tourism Bodies:

  • TGSA.
  • Prince Albert Tourism.

BASIS

  • Per night.
  • Bed and Breakfast.
  • 15% VAT.
  • Property Service.
  • Well Water.
  • Filters on Water system.
  • Boreholes.
  • Grey water system.
  • Solar Geysers.

LICENSING DETAILS

  • Accommodation License.
  • Food License.

Financial statements and statistics are available on request for the serious buyer. 

DEV OPPORTUNITY
Dennehof Front
Dennehof Outside
Dennehof Interior
Dennehof Conservatory
Dennehof Deck
Dennehof Doors
Dennehof Forge
Dennehof Girl
Dennehof Plaque
Dennehof Pool
Dennehof 085
Dennehof 103
Dennehof 135
Dennehof 206

Cliff Jacobs (Nat Dpl Hotel Man (UJ). MPRE. GA Level 5 TEFL)

Managing Principal / CEO

Exquisite Hotel Consultants (Pty) Ltd

Mobile: +27 (0) 84 413 1071 / +27 (0) 61 716 6951

Landline: +27 (0) 21 554 0283

Emailcliff@exquisitehotelconsultants.com

Skype: cliff.jacobs

Web: https://www.exquisitehotelconsultants.com

C/o Sybelstrasse 69

10629 Berlin

GERMANY

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