Rarely does an opportunity arise to acquire a property that combines approximately 250 years of history with an already-subdivided ±5 855m² development opportunity.

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At the heart of the property stands the historic De Hoop farmhouse, believed to date back approximately 250 years. A heritage assessment has suggested that the original farmhouse structure was once part of the historic Cloetenburg farm, which was itself once associated with the much larger Vergelegen estate established in 1700 by the Van der Stel family.

The original farmhouse was subsequently extended, including additions made in the early 1900s, but has retained much of its distinctive Cape Dutch character, traditional gabled architecture, thatched elements and whitewashed appearance.

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Purchased by Dr WR McMurray in 1962, the property remained in the same family for more than six decades. During this time, the historic home was extensively maintained while its established gardens were lovingly preserved. A swimming pool was added in 1970, and the mature grounds have since become a tranquil haven for garden birds, butterflies and established trees as Somerset West has grown around this remarkable piece of history.

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Today, the property offers something exceptionally rare: a historic homestead with substantial grounds, together with an existing subdivision into five portions offering significant residential development potential.

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The subdivision comprises:

• Portion 1: ±1 096m²

• Portion 2: ±1 021m²

• Portion 3: ±1 021m²

• Portion 4: ±1 061m²

• Remainder: ±1 656m², incorporating the existing historic farmhouse and swimming pool

 

The existing driveway and servitude access are clearly reflected in the subdivision layout, while an existing structure on Portion 3 is earmarked for demolition.

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For the developer, this is an opportunity to acquire an already-subdivided site comprising four substantial development portions, together with the historic homestead and its established grounds.

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For the heritage enthusiast or discerning private buyer, it presents something considerably rarer: the chance to preserve and restore a piece of Somerset West's history, surrounded by mature gardens and a character that simply cannot be recreated in a new development.

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Its position directly opposite De Hoop Primary School adds particular appeal for families, while the existing subdivision and substantial individual portions make the location equally attractive from a development perspective.

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With its combination of history, scale, established gardens, swimming pool, residential development potential and a unique Cape Dutch farmhouse, this is a property with a story — and the opportunity to write its next chapter.

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Total land area: ±5 855m² | 5 subdivided portions | ±250-year-old farmhouse | Swimming pool | Development potential

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A piece of history with a future.