Iconic Heritage Penthouse in the Heart of Cape Town
Price
ZAR 5,190,000
Iconic Heritage Penthouse in the Heart of Cape Town
ZAR 5,190,000
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
~141 m² Living area
~141 m² Plot surface
Description
Step into a piece of Cape Town’s architectural history with this rare gem in the Wellington Fruit Growers’ Building, an iconic heritage site designed by Sir Herbert Baker in 1902. With its sandstone façade, intricately carved pillars, and unmatched old-world charm, 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:
o Main suite with walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom (double basins & large shower & bath tub)
o 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 with recent refurbishments, including a new lift
- Load-shedding free
- Includes 2 parking bays in secure 24/7 manned parking garage in the nearby Adderley building with direct access into the building
- 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 away from Church Square, home to 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, bars, and nightlife
- Walking distance to several MyCiTi bus stops with easy access to Camps Bay beaches and the V&A Waterfront
- Area benefits from 24/7 City Centre Improvement District security patrols
This character-rich apartment offers generous proportions, striking design elements, and unbeatable city convenience — all in a truly special historical setting.