R 5 000 000

Nestled in the vibrant, UNESCO-recognised neighbourhood of Bo-Kaap, this beautifully designed lock-up-and-go home delivers an effortless blend of historic character and contemporary comfort across 100 m² of thoughtfully curated living space.

The street presence alone sets the tone: an ornate wrought-iron security gate — its scrolled metalwork framed by a white-painted arch — is set into a striking cobalt-blue rendered façade, flanked by the mustard-yellow wall of the neighbouring property. Motion-sensing security lights flank the entrance, and through the gate the hallway's original stone wall is already visible, building anticipation before you even step inside.

That hallway is a dramatic introduction. Its entire right-hand wall is formed by original rough-hewn stone masonry — a living record of Bo-Kaap's centuries-old built heritage — contrasted by crisp white plaster, a white timber-boarded ceiling and a warm Persian runner underfoot. A solid timber door with original panel detailing opens off to the left, while at the far end a steel-railed mezzanine staircase hints at the multi-level layout to come.

The lower level opens into a dining area anchored by a travertine-topped table surrounded by sleek black leather chairs. The same hand-laid stone wall continues here, rising dramatically behind a sculptural blackened-steel staircase with painted white risers — a showpiece moment that doubles as practical circulation. Terracotta stone tiles ground the space, and white-painted exposed timber rafters keep things light and airy. An open black-steel shelving unit dressed with ceramics and tableware adds a gallery-like quality, while a rich red lacquered sideboard introduces an artful global accent.

The Japandi-inspired kitchen sits adjacent, fitted with solid oak lower cabinetry and white upper cabinets, matte black granite worktops, a white subway-tile splashback and a Bosch built-in oven with induction hob. A capsule coffee machine and kettle sit ready on the counter — everything a discerning city dweller or short-stay host requires.

Upstairs, two bedrooms and a bathroom are complemented by a bright lounge that flows onto an elevated, sun-drenched patio — a private outdoor sanctuary above the Bo-Kaap rooftops. The enclosed private courtyard below features an outdoor shower, ideal for long Cape Town summer evenings.

Practical credentials include an inverter for uninterrupted power, a comprehensive alarm system with CCTV cameras, a pet-friendly layout, and an ornate wrought-iron security gate. The iconic Bo-Kaap Kombuis restaurant is roughly 150 m away, the celebrated Biesmiellah Restaurant lies within 230 m, and Sonder Café is approximately 250 m for your morning flat white — making this one of the most walkable addresses in the Cape Town City Bowl.