Higgovale, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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In a secluded forest setting on the edge of the city, House Wabi-Sabi is an enclave of tranquility positioned on the very edge of the Table Mountain Reserve. It offers an escape from the hurried pace of city life, where residents can find quietude in a secluded location that embodies understated elegance. Despite its privacy, the vibrancy of Cape Town's city centre, the charming Kloof Street with its bustling scene, and the pristine beaches of the Atlantic Seaboard are only moments away.

Reflections of Wabi-Sabi
Wabi-Sabi is more than just a name; it's a reflection of the property's architectural and interior design ethos. Aptly named to embody the principles of embracing simplicity (wabi) and finding beauty in the transience of nature (sabi), this house is a Johann Slee design and this immaculately considered residence offers a plethora of sophisticated features across its multi-storied structure.

This home is not just a place to live; it's a lifestyle choice for those seeking a balance between natural beauty, thoughtful design, and urban convenience. This exceptional property elevates every detail, creating a luxurious environment ideal for those who value a balanced and mindful way of living.

Gateway to Grandeur
Table Mountain granite steps leads to the property's entrance, which is enveloped by a canopy of majestic banyan trees and framed by 'shou sugi ban' cladding, a traditional Japanese wood charring technique that not only enhances durability but also adds a profound aesthetic touch. These details harmonise with the stippled plaster exterior, reminiscent of the distinctive cable car station located just above, blending the home seamlessly with its majestic mountain backdrop.

Panoramic Interiors
Stepping inside, you're welcomed into an expansive gallery-like space; a grand wood-cladded portal setting a dramatic tone that draws you deeper into the home's heart. Immense windows frame unobstructed and sweeping views of the mountain, forest and the cityscape, blending the beauty of interior luxury with the natural and urban outdoors.

A Seamless Fusion of Spaces
Lofty living spaces transition smoothly to outdoor terraces, facilitated by oversized windows and numerous cavity slider doors that dissolve the distinctions between the indoors and the natural world outside. The home spans around 850 sqm under roof, with approximately half dedicated to living areas, and the balance allocated to bedrooms, bathrooms, and various service areas (such as storage and service rooms, garage, entrance gallery, lift, and housekeeper's quarters). Additionally, the property boasts 400 sqm of varied outdoor entertainment spaces across seven different terraces.

The Heart of the Home
The main living area unfolds as a masterclass in design and functionality. The expansive lounge and dining area is complimented by a fireplace with separate sitting area and connects seamlessly to a large sun deck, grass meadow and the city views below. The Bulthaup kitchen with Gaggenau appliances leading to an outdoor braai patio with a Josper oven, includes an island that serves as both a functional workspace and a social gathering point. The adjoining scullery and butler's pantry upholds the same standard of excellence. A large double-storey wine cellar is gracefully integrated into the living and kitchen areas. The open-plan dining, living and kitchen spaces are adjoined by a double-volume oak-cladded entertainment room with a striking wood-burning fireplace that adds a touch of warmth and intimacy to the splendid city panoramas viewable through expansive seven-meter-tall windows.

Working with a view
Above the entertainment hub, a mezzanine study provides a dedicated workspace still integrated with family life below. Suspended between the treetops and the cityscape, this airy retreat creates the perfect environment to boost productivity and creativity.

Cocoon of Calm
A master bedroom, equipped with 'his-and-hers' walk-in closets, offers a dark, sanctuary-like atmosphere designed to aid restorative sleep, while still offering breathtaking panoramas when awake. The en-suite bathroom serves as a Zen-like oasis, skilfully combining dark and light with a simple, textured palette of glass, wood, water and stone. This serene space features double rain showers, an imported Japanese Ofuro (hinoki soaking tub), ample storage hidden behind shoji screens and granite plinth basins. A koi pond, adjacent to the bathroom, enhances the restorative ambiance, providing a natural counterpoint to the interior.

Ideal Family Functionality
On the upper level, you'll find another two bedrooms and bathrooms, each leading onto patios and a shared rumpus room designed with ample storage spaces to ensure a clutter-free environment. This area serves perfectly as a kids' wing or additional space ideal for entertainment, study, or relaxation. This setup provides children with their own dedicated area of the home, fostering independence while easily accessible from the master bedroom via a private staircase.

An Elevated Guest Experience
A self-contained double-volume guest loft (with private entrance and off-street parking) sits at the very top of the home, complete with a bathroom, kitchenette and terraced spaces that look onto both Table Mountain and the City, providing breathtaking perspectives from every angle.

Mindfulness and Wellness Facilities
Complementing the property's aesthetic and spiritual ethos, the basement level features a dedicated yoga and gym room, a sauna and discreetly positioned bathroom. This serene suite leads out to a secluded 'plaasdam'-style pool and an expansive deck, creating a complete and private wellness retreat within the home.

A Garden of Earthly Delights
The terraced garden has been meticulously landscaped to enhance the established and mature trees growing along the perennial mountain stream on the property's edge. It incorporates tree ferns, cycads, monstera and moss, as well as 200 indigenous trees (mostly yellowwoods) planted during landscaping. Meandering granite and cedar walkways throughout are ideal for meditative forest strolls. The garden is maintained using water from a fountainhead below the pool feeding an automated irrigation system.

FEATURES:
* 4 bedrooms (incl. 'children's wing' and separate guest suite/ teen pad)
* 5.5 bathrooms and guest amenities
* Gallery-like entranceway
* Multiple, spacious open-plan reception areas
* Multiple outdoor, terraced areas - bamboo and cedar decking
* Scullery, laundry and various storerooms
* Quadruple garage plus gated off-street parking.
* State-of-the art Bulthaup kitchen with Gaggenau appliances (incl. induction hob, combi-steam oven & wine cooler)
* Wine Cellar with dedicated cooling unit - 2400 bottle capacity
* Engineered oak flooring
* 3-stop HAS lift/elevator
* Koi pond
* Two Piazetta wood-burning fireplaces
* GIRA KNX home automation
* Gym
* Sauna
* Duravit Sundeck spa pool
* Imported Japanese Ofuro bath (hinoki soaking tub)
* Immaculately landscaped garden
* Over 200 trees (banyan, stone pine, wild olive, yellowwood and maple)
* Full Irrigation
* Private swimming pool
* Mountain water - fountainhead, 12,500l tank storage & purification plant
* Double glazed windows & cavity sliding doors
* Ducted air conditioning
* Inverters & 80kWh Li-ion batteries - 48 hours+ backup for full house
* Housekeeper's quarters
* Excellent security incl: electric fencing, beams and 24-hour manned security in the cul-de sac
* Pellet burner for water heating

Registered with the PPRA

Higgovale at a glance
The wonderfully dignified suburb of Higgovale can be found resting against the slopes of Table Mountain - with little roads and pathways meandering up the steep incline on which its lavish homes are built. From this position visitors and residents are treated to sweeping vistas of the neighbourhoods below, South Atlantic Ocean as well as the magnificent Table Mountain.

Described as green and leafy, Higgovale is perched above the city, which is a short distance away. With the Table Mountain National Park on its doorsteps, this suburb provides the best of both natural and modern worlds. Furthermore, the beaches of the Atlantic shoreline and Waterfront is visible from this part of the city and can easily be reached via a 10 min drive.