Engel & Völkers

Iconic Sir Herbert Baker Penthouse in the Heart of Cape Town

ZAR 4,950,000
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • ~141 m² Living area
  • ~141 m² Plot surface

Description

Step into a remarkable piece of Cape Town’s architectural history with this rare gem in the Wellington Fruit Growers’ Building — an iconic heritage landmark originally designed in 1902 by Sir Herbert Baker & F. Masey for D. Isaacs & Company. Named after the famous fruit merchants that occupied the building for decades, the façade still proudly bears the inscription “Wellington Fruit Growers 1934 Ltd” — a tribute to its rich commercial legacy. Originally constructed as a five-storey building with a distinctive gabled roof, three additional floors were added in the 1930s, shaping the grand structure we admire today. With its sandstone façade, intricately carved pillars, and unmistakable old-world presence, this industrial-chic apartment blends timeless character with modern elegance. Interior Highlights: - Spacious layout with soaring ceilings and original wooden floors - Open-plan living, kitchen, and dining area flooded with natural light - Stylish kitchen with generous counter space, island, and plumbing for dishwasher - Two bedrooms: Main suite with walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom (double basins, large shower & bathtub) / Second bedroom with built-in cupboard and adjacent bathroom - Dedicated office/study space with stylish built-in desks - Main bedroom can be cleverly separated by roller blinds for added privacy - Large balcony with spectacular views of Lion’s Head and Devil’s Peak Building & Lifestyle: - Located in a heritage building that underwent major exterior and interior refurbishments in 2022 including a new lift installation - Load-shedding free - Includes 2 secure parking bays in a 24/7 manned garage in the nearby Adderley building with direct access - Full access to rooftop pool deck and gym (via Adderley building) - Pet-friendly, subject to body corporate approval Prime City Location: - Only 2 walking minutes from Church Square — home to the 5-star Labotessa Hotel and award-winning FYN Restaurant (World’s Best Restaurants #37) - Close to Long Street and Bree Street with their renowned eateries, cafés, and nightlife - Walking distance to several MyCiTi bus stops with easy access to Camps Bay beaches and the V&A Waterfront - Situated within the 24/7 City Centre Improvement District security zone This character-rich apartment offers generous proportions, striking architectural heritage, and unbeatable city convenience — all within one of Cape Town’s most historically significant buildings.
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Engel & Völkers Cape Town City Bowl

Your advisor: Anne Wirtz

Property ID: ENV195718

Property details
  • Object type

    Flat

  • Bedrooms

    2

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Garages

    2

  • Living area

    ~141 m²

  • Plot surface

    ~141 m²

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