5 bed detached house for sale

Bruce Road, Southern Suburbs, Western Cape

Elegant French Chateau In Upper Constantia

This bespoke Constantia Upper residence is a masterclass in refined living, where impeccable craftsmanship, generous proportions, and elegant finishes create a home of rare distinction. Beautifully presented, it offers exceptional space and light, enhanced by large bay and picture windows framing tranquil garden and mountain views. Set within a private cul-de-sac, the property enjoys a secure, serene position with easy access to Constantia’s amenities, scenic walking trails, and renowned wine farms including Uitsig, Groot Constantia, Buitenverwachting and Klein Constantia, as well as premier shopping destinations. Designed for both entertaining and family living, the home opens to an inviting entrance hall flowing into a dramatic double-volume foyer and out to the pool terrace and garden. A sweeping marble staircase with wrought iron balustrade forms a striking focal point and leads to the upper level. Reception areas include a spacious games room with fireplace and bay window, a formal lounge with wooden floors, bay window and French doors to the pool patio, and a dining room opening to the bar. The built-in bar, with prep basin and cupboards, extends to a covered verandah with built-in braai and pizza oven, ideal for entertaining or relaxation. A wine room, complete with built-in racks and distinctive railway sleeper flooring, is conveniently located off the garage-perfect for the discerning wine connoisseur. Upstairs, elegance continues across a broad landing with pillars and painted detailing, plus a balcony overlooking the foyer and garden. A gentleman’s study with fitted shelving and desk, together with a separate reading room, offers excellent work and leisure space, with the option to combine into one larger suite. The contemporary kitchen features high-gloss ducoed soft-touch cabinetry, a central island with prep basin, and a breakfast nook set in a bay window. A ceramic hob with extractor, integrated steam oven, and Samsung fridge/freezer are included. A separate scullery, ironing room, laundry, and utility room ensure practicality, with access to the courtyard, storeroom, and staff quarters. Accommodation comprises five luxurious en-suite bedrooms. The downstairs guest suite includes a bay window, shower en-suite, walk-through dressing room, and French doors to the garden. Upstairs, the main suite offers a bay window, ceiling fan, private balcony, sitting room with fireplace, spacious dressing room, and a bathroom with shower, his and hers vanities, oval Jacuzzi bath, marble tops, toilet, and bidet. Additional family bedrooms feature built-in cupboards, desks, dressing rooms, balconies, and en-suite bathrooms. Completing this exceptional offering are three automated garages with direct access, seven additional parking bays, a paved forecourt with fountain, borehole, a newly installed pool with robotic cleaner, wood and travertine flooring, generous cornices, state of art security, and staff accommodation with kitchenette.