A Victorian Gem in Cape Town’s Observatory: Three Homes, One Heritage
Exclusive Mandate.
In Cape Town’s Observatory — the storied suburb named for Africa’s first astronomical observatory, built nearby in 1820 — stands a late-Victorian residence that has been reimagined with extraordinary care. Dating to around 1890 and entirely reconstructed from the ground up, the property bridges its 19th-century origins with contemporary European refinement.
Behind its graceful façade lies a rare configuration: three fully independent dwellings beneath three roofs, offering six bedrooms and six bathrooms across roughly 406 square meters of interior space. Each has its own entrance, utilities, and outdoor area, allowing complete autonomy while remaining part of one cohesive estate.
Registered within Cape Town’s heritage-protected zone, the home’s restoration adhered to strict conservation standards. The original sash windows, Oregon pine floors, and Victorian doors have been preserved, while all modern systems — electrical, water, and gas — were replaced to contemporary specifications. Originally valued at approximately $577,000 through Christie’s International Real Estate, the property’s reconstruction and specification would cost substantially more to replicate in today’s market — a reflection of Cape Town’s rising building costs and the enduring appeal of heritage architecture in the city’s creative districts.
Each residence — the front house (6A), the back house (6B), and a self-contained cottage — is individually equipped and elegantly finished. The front home features a bedroom suite with a private verandah overlooking a heated saltwater pool; the back home and cottage share a larger garden with a second heated pool and shaded dining terrace. Together, they occupy approximately 440 square meters of landscaped grounds, enclosed by greenery and sandstone walls.
Italian tiles and lighting, German Stiebel Eltron instant water systems, inverter backup power, and high-grade security, including CCTV, intercoms, and electric fencing, reflect the meticulous attention to detail. Folding steel-and-glass doors open to verdant gardens, while working Victorian fireplaces lend warmth and authenticity throughout.
Designed for flexibility, the property suits multi-generational families, groups of friends, or private owners seeking guest accommodation. For investors, it offers a ready-made retreat in one of Cape Town’s most character-rich suburbs — where history, culture, and creativity meet.
Observatory remains one of the city’s most eclectic enclaves, home to academics, artists, and innovators. Just minutes from the University of Cape Town and within easy reach of the city center, the mountain, and the sea, it offers a lifestyle that is as distinctive as the house itself. In this restored Victorian estate, the spirit of old Cape Town endures — polished, purposeful, and alive once more.
Features: Two heated saltwater pools, inverter power backup, imported Italian finishes, German water systems, heritage-preserved details, private gardens, garage and carport, high-security installations.
Notable: Within Cape Town’s heritage-protected zone; 600 m from Africa’s first observatory (1820)
Contact Gafsa today to arrange a private viewing.
In Cape Town’s Observatory — the storied suburb named for Africa’s first astronomical observatory, built nearby in 1820 — stands a late-Victorian residence that has been reimagined with extraordinary care. Dating to around 1890 and entirely reconstructed from the ground up, the property bridges its 19th-century origins with contemporary European refinement.
Behind its graceful façade lies a rare configuration: three fully independent dwellings beneath three roofs, offering six bedrooms and six bathrooms across roughly 406 square meters of interior space. Each has its own entrance, utilities, and outdoor area, allowing complete autonomy while remaining part of one cohesive estate.
Registered within Cape Town’s heritage-protected zone, the home’s restoration adhered to strict conservation standards. The original sash windows, Oregon pine floors, and Victorian doors have been preserved, while all modern systems — electrical, water, and gas — were replaced to contemporary specifications. Originally valued at approximately $577,000 through Christie’s International Real Estate, the property’s reconstruction and specification would cost substantially more to replicate in today’s market — a reflection of Cape Town’s rising building costs and the enduring appeal of heritage architecture in the city’s creative districts.
Each residence — the front house (6A), the back house (6B), and a self-contained cottage — is individually equipped and elegantly finished. The front home features a bedroom suite with a private verandah overlooking a heated saltwater pool; the back home and cottage share a larger garden with a second heated pool and shaded dining terrace. Together, they occupy approximately 440 square meters of landscaped grounds, enclosed by greenery and sandstone walls.
Italian tiles and lighting, German Stiebel Eltron instant water systems, inverter backup power, and high-grade security, including CCTV, intercoms, and electric fencing, reflect the meticulous attention to detail. Folding steel-and-glass doors open to verdant gardens, while working Victorian fireplaces lend warmth and authenticity throughout.
Designed for flexibility, the property suits multi-generational families, groups of friends, or private owners seeking guest accommodation. For investors, it offers a ready-made retreat in one of Cape Town’s most character-rich suburbs — where history, culture, and creativity meet.
Observatory remains one of the city’s most eclectic enclaves, home to academics, artists, and innovators. Just minutes from the University of Cape Town and within easy reach of the city center, the mountain, and the sea, it offers a lifestyle that is as distinctive as the house itself. In this restored Victorian estate, the spirit of old Cape Town endures — polished, purposeful, and alive once more.
Features: Two heated saltwater pools, inverter power backup, imported Italian finishes, German water systems, heritage-preserved details, private gardens, garage and carport, high-security installations.
Notable: Within Cape Town’s heritage-protected zone; 600 m from Africa’s first observatory (1820)
Contact Gafsa today to arrange a private viewing.
Features
Interior
Exterior
Sizes
Additional Amenities
Listing Info
Finance
Total Amount Repayable
R0,00
Monthly Repayment
R0,00
Calculators:
Disclaimer
While every effort will be made to ensure that the information contained within the Greeff Christie's International Real Estate website is accurate and up to date, Greeff Christie's International Real Estate makes no warranty, representation or undertaking whether expressed or implied, nor do we assume any legal liability, whether direct or indirect, or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information. Prospective purchasers and tenants should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained herein.
