Entertainer's coastal retreat on an elevated West Coast ridge with sweeping 180-degree views across St Helena Bay and Paternoster; 12m lap pool, artist's studio, seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms, four-car garage.
Sole & Exclusive Mandate.
Set on an elevated ridge in one of the West Coast’s most sought-after lifestyle areas, this exceptional 1.3-hectare smallholding offers privacy, space and some of the most commanding views in the region. With sweeping 180-degree vistas across St Helena Bay, the harbour, the ocean and distant mountains, every structure on the property has been carefully positioned to make the most of its remarkable rustic surroundings. Sunrises spill across the bay, while sunsets glow over the ocean toward nearby Paternoster.
The main residence, built in 2015, blends contemporary comfort with rustic coastal character. At its heart is an impressive 128m2 open-plan living area incorporating the lounge, dining room and kitchen. A dramatic central pillar anchors the space and houses a striking double-sided gas fireplace, creating both warmth and architectural impact. This expansive living area opens effortlessly through 12 metres of cavity sliding glass doors, which disappear into the walls to reveal a spacious deck, the striking 12-metre lap pool, and uninterrupted panoramic views beyond. The seamless indoor-outdoor flow creates an exceptional setting for entertaining or simply enjoying the beauty of the coastline.
A separate scullery, laundry and large drying courtyard add practicality to the home. Two exceptionally spacious bedroom suites are positioned within the main residence, each enjoying panoramic views and luxurious en suite wet-room bathrooms with rain showers and separate toilets. The main suite also includes a dressing room, while air conditioning ensures year-round comfort.
The home also features two generous loft spaces, offering valuable flexibility as home offices, creative studios or additional storage areas.
In addition to the main home, the property includes two separate guest accommodation options. The first is a charming two-bedroom cottage with its own lounge and kitchen. Both bedrooms are en suite to a shared shower room, and the cottage enjoys the same spectacular sea views. The main bedroom is air-conditioned.
The second dwelling comprises three studio apartments, each positioned to take in views across the bay and toward Paternoster, where the outlook extends to magnificent ocean sunsets, creating exceptional guest accommodation or income-generating potential.
A substantial four-car garage outbuilding is currently used as an art gallery for the resident artist, complemented by a separate artist’s studio and a workshop, both with their own external entrances.
Beyond its residential appeal, the property offers outstanding potential for a variety of lifestyle or hospitality ventures. With its spectacular setting, versatile accommodation and unforgettable views, it could lend itself beautifully to a boutique wedding venue, wellness retreat, destination restaurant or similar bespoke enterprise.
Additional features include 23,000 litres of rainwater storage, six geysers (three with solar capability), and beautifully preserved indigenous surroundings. As is characteristic of this exclusive smallholding area, natural vegetation remains protected, with only a portion of the land cleared around the residence—ensuring privacy, tranquillity and the natural beauty of the landscape for years to come.
Rarely does a property combine views, versatility, privacy and lifestyle so effortlessly. This is a home to be experienced to be fully appreciated.
Furnishings negotiable.
* Monthly costs are estimates and should be confirmed with the agent.
Listed for sale at R12,000,000
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Britannica Heights is a tranquil, elevated residential enclave in St Helena Bay that offers residents breathtaking panoramic ocean views and a peaceful coastal lifestyle away from the bustle of city life.
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