House for sale at 2 Montreal Ave
Relaxed family living in Little Mowbray, steps from Rondebosch Common and cafés, featuring an elevated patio, edible wrap-around garden and partial Devil’s Peak views — five bedrooms.
Originally a part of the St Georges Grammar School Estate, built in the 19’40’s, this 5-bedroom home is in a quiet Cul du sac of only 3 houses.
The heart of the home is defined as a central communal living space incorporating a lounge flowing to a large, elevated patio, the dining space next to the kitchen. Two bedrooms are located at either side of the living room and the 5th bedroom and family bathroom is accessed via a short passageway behind the lounge. The garden wraps around the house with Jojo tanks installed and a well-point ensuring a water supply in all conditions.
The lounge picture windows and French doors, look out to over the patio to greenery and a partial view of Devils Peak. Warmed in the chilly months by a “state of the art” log burning stove, this space supports close family gatherings and “no-fuss” entertaining.
The kitchen, which has a farmhouse appeal, with screeded concrete counter tops and ceramic tiling around splash areas. A large oven is topped with a gas range. A back door route to the washing line and to the edible planting in the garden.
The first 2 bedroom at the front of the property are on either side of a passage to the original front door which leads to a stoep. The bedrooms are well proportioned and both accommodate double beds.
A passage leading from the kitchen leads to the family bathroom, comprising a walk-in shower, toilet, and hand basin. Beyond the bathroom is a double bedroom, currently used as storage space. As this bedroom is set away from the others, it is ideally positioned for a guest suite or home office\ hobby room.
The final 2 bedrooms at the furthest position of the home on either side of an access door to the back garden. Both rooms feature exposed brick f walls. The master bedroom is a luxurious, generous space and is ensuite with a full bathroom.
The garden has been established to provide homegrown fresh produce for the family and offers fruit trees as well as vegetable and salad ingredients. A grape vine is in the early stages of growth but is intended to cover a small seating space outside a handy garden shed.
Parking space can accommodate 2 cars, in tandem behind automatic gates.
Roofing and guttering are approximately 2 years old A rooftop tubular solar power water heating system provides hot water almost year-round.
Little Mowbray has a family feel with a warm integrated community. Parks for children and the nearby Rondebosch Common enjoyed by locals as a dog’s exploring walk and fineness enthusiasts for walking, runners, and cyclists. Popular Nova, Taste of Thailand and The Fat Cactus are just a short walk away.
Situated near the convergence of the N2 and M5 motorways making for easy travel to the city, airport and a quick transit to South Peninsular beaches or travel to suburbs serviced by the N1 to the West and North of Cape Town. Rhode High and St Georges Grammar are located within this pocket with an easy route to Rustenburg Junior and High, Bishops, Rondebosch Boys, Oakhurst, St Josephs and a number of pre school options nearby.
Beryl Southam and Misty Kesting are representatives of Real Estate Power CC T/A REAL REALTY
Listed for sale at R5,100,000
Price reduced by 5.9% to R4,800,000
Mowbray is a centrally located, historic suburb that offers residents a convenient lifestyle with excellent access to major transport routes, top-tier educational institutions, and a vibrant mix of heritage architecture and modern amenities.
