Single-Storey, Garden Glory in River Club Estate

SOLE MANDATE

As soon as you pass through the 24-hour manned gates of River Club, the atmosphere shifts to the resort-style ease for which this sought-after estate is renowned. Winding roads lead you past a harmonious streetscape of towering trees and light-coloured homes with distinctive green roofs before you arrive at this single-storey home, set behind a flourish of flowering gardens that lend an enchanting sense of privacy.

After parking in the single garage or beneath the adjoining carport, you follow the walkway past blooming pincushion proteas towards the veranda. Here, ample space allows for an outdoor lounge or alfresco dining arrangement alongside a stone privacy wall, while a built-in braai with a prep counter and flame-resistant light bulb makes entertaining a breeze.

Double doors lead into the open-plan interior, where a generous lounge has imported tiles laid in an elegant pattern, air conditioning to keep things cool in summer, and a gorgeous glass-fronted fireplace to warm your winter evenings. The living area flows to the kitchen, which wraps around a central space for a casual dining table and features black granite countertops, wood cabinetry, a gas cooktop with extractor fan, an integrated oven, a pull-out pantry, and provision for appliances and laundry. From here, a door leads to a drying courtyard with dedicated firewood storage, while a versatile back room could serve as a walk-in pantry with space for additional fridges or deep freezers, a home office, creative studio, or perhaps be converted into a tucked-away scullery.

Passages from the living space guide you to the private quarters, where the master bedroom enjoys beautiful garden views, window shutters, air conditioning, a ceiling fan, built-in cupboards, and an en-suite bathroom with a luxurious bathtub. Two additional bedrooms, both with built-in cupboards and ceiling fans, are served by a separate bathroom, while the gas powered geyser ensures hot water house-wide during load-shedding.

Wrapping around the entire home is a walkway edged by a tall retaining wall cloaked in climbing vines and flowering succulents, with stunning Strelitzias rising from its upper edge, enveloping the garden in a lush sense of privacy. The pathway connects two courtyards that together feature a lemon tree, two Wendy houses, a rainwater collection tank, and internal access to the garage, while additional practical features include transparent window security bars, an activatable SMHART security connection, manual sprinklers, and a high-end backup inverter for peace of mind during power outages.

Beyond the home, River Club’s renowned resort lifestyle awaits, with a communal swimming pool, clubhouse, tennis and squash courts, a playground, and beautiful boardwalks that trace the Piesang River, where picturesque, forested cliffs rise across the water. Shops, restaurants, and Plett’s glorious golden beaches are within easy walking distance, adding excellent appeal for short-term rentals, while the home’s single-storey layout makes it particularly attractive to downsizers or retirees who still want room to welcome family and friends.