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BRIEF: To find a unique “space”
for our first Dutch client who would be using the property
as a place to retire in 2008. He wanted something which
he could describe as “Avantgarde”, an unusual
home with a loft or penthouse feel in the city with superlative
views. The client had had difficulties trying to buy property
in CT and wanted someone to act on his behalf to ensure
that the right deal was done – two previous offers
had fallen through and he understood that other offers
had not been presented to the sellers.
AREAS DISCUSSED: Higgovale, Tamboerskloof,
City Bowl, De Waterkant.
BUDGET: Up to 5 million Rand
OPTIONS PROPOSED: Loft spaces, penthouse
apartments and executive style homes.
The client provided Space with a very unusual brief which
proved quite a challenge. However the short-list was a
very varied mixture of options each giving something unique
to the client. The second viewing consisted of two homes,
the Tamboerskloof option being the chosen property.
This 230m2 three bedroom, minimalist home is situated
on the slopes of Signal Hill with views of the city, backing
onto mountain reserve with harbour, sea and incredible
views of Table Mountain from all of the forward facing
windows. Part of the deal was that the planned expansion
of the property would be completed to include a further
bedroom and enlargened kitchen. It has three bathrooms,
a studio apartment (could be used as maids quarters,)
a pool on it’s 60m2 deck, jacuzzi and store room,
full alarm and security. It forms part of a small, exclusive
security estate with homes of a similar calibre and was
presented immaculately.
Space negotiated a reduction of 14%
on the asking price making the final price within budget.
Update 2008
Space has successfully found a corporate client to rent this property on a one year lease with the possibility of an additional year extension. Space also found a property manager for the house and handled the check-in and inventory for the incoming tenant.
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