Description
The natural vistas of the Franschhoek valley surround this classically designed and immaculately presented property. This majestic estate covers 2 hectares of very private rural countryside at the foothills of the Franschhoek mountains, while access to the Main Street of Franschhoek is a mere 2 km away. The main villa spreads over a total area of 1500m² with several expansive rooms on the ground floor to entertain formally or casually. Unusual vaulted ceilings and triple- volume entrance halls and stately fireplaces, bespoke ironmongery all contribute to the architectural detail. The four en-suite bedrooms are arranged upstairs, well-appointed, taking full advantage of their patios and balconies of the panoramic mountain views, and they all have access to a casual family lounge area There is a fifth suite on the ground floor with its own entrance and private garden. There are also staffing quarters, garaging for 7 cars, a formal rose garden, a floodlit tennis court, and 3 swimming pools. Borehole water irrigates the vineyards and the orchards, with automated systems for the generator as well. A second villa on the property offers luxurious comfort for guests with 2 en-suite bedrooms, and privacy, designed and built along similar details to that of the main house. The vineyard produces approximately 4000 bottles of Merlot annually, and there are also 150 olive trees in production. Sandstone House provides a unique way of life in Franschhoek, a gentleman’s farm, and a property that is acknowledged as one of Franschhoek’s finest.
