IF YOU LOVE CHELSEA COTTAGES

*** SOLD *** EXCLUSIVE LISTING Long Cottage is a heritage home set in the heart of the characterful Chelsea Village of Diep River. Located in historic Avon Road where original wine farm cottages were rejuvenated into charming Chelsea-style terrace cottages in the late 1960’s. The colourful front doors and brass knockers add to the character of the tranquil street and the appeal of the Village incorporates a selection of interesting shops and lovely Restaurants to explore. Constantia Village, Meadowridge Park n Shop and Blue Route are all close by, as is Constantiaberg Mediclinic. On arriving, you’re immediately enchanted by this home’s appeal, from its position opposite a well-kept children’s playpark, to the high pitch green roof, sash windows, dark wood shutters and double door front entrance. The generously-proportioned open plan living area has an elegant barrel vault ceiling, Victorian fireplace, graceful mantlepiece and triple sets of double French doors out to the North-facing, cobble-paved Patio with shady, ivy-clad pergola, perfect for al fresco dining - your own private oasis of calm. The Provencal-style kitchen with pale blue shaker doors, wooden countertops, butcher’s block, large corner pantry, plate rack, upper open shelves and screed floors is a cook’s delight - and there’s an exterior laundry / storeroom and outside loo. There are three spacious bedrooms, especially the master suite, and two en-suite bathrooms, one with a shower and one with a bath. Such an easy to maintain garden – cobble-paved all the way round except for a lovely stretch of West-facing garden with rainwater tanks to water a potentially lush veggie garden. Attention to detail on security measures is impressive: high perimeter wall with 6-strand electric fence, metal automated driveway sliding gate and pedestrian gate, alarm system, burglar bars and security lights - and there’s an active neighbourhood WhatsApp group connected to surveillance camera reports. There’s an automated garage, with drive-through feature and easy access into the Kitchen on the East side of the house, as well as secure off-street parking. Ideal executive couple starter home or dream downscaler. ------- Viewings by appointment only. Erf size: 410m2 House size: 149m2 (approx) Rates: R 1,352 pm (approx)