Solid, Graceful home

A property like this rarely comes on the market. The present owners bought it from the family who built it some 65 years ago. It is situated on the main street of Mtunzini. The length of the one-acre plot borders directly on the town’s golf course from where the views of the Umlalazi Nature Reserve and Lagoon towards the Indian Ocean are breathtaking. Amenities within walking distance include the country club, bowls club, primary school, doctor’s rooms, dentist, veterinary surgeon, psychologist, restaurants, coffee shop, pharmacy, etc.The list goes on.

The solid, graceful house and expansive garden have been lovingly kept in good shape for the past 34 years by the present owners. It has morphed from a family home to a work-from-home abode when the nest became empty. The four spacious inter-flowing living areas are now used as a lounge, studio, gallery, conference room and office. A sliding door links the lounge to the patio and the kitchen and pantry adjoin this hub of rooms. There are three good-sized bedrooms, another walk-through room plus two bathrooms. The studio’s large windows and the patio look out over the expansive garden with giant indigenous trees and cycads. It is a sanctuary for birds and even the odd red duiker and bush baby come to visit. The outbuildings consist of two garages and three storerooms adjacent to the house, plus a basic cottage at the bottom-end of the garden.

The house is built on the top quarter of the 4,047 squire meter plot that is zoned for medium-density development, or subdivision into erven. The property is situated below the main street, facing the sea and golf course.

Interest parties would either be looking for a special home or an excellent business opportunity. The trend towards large properties with houses offering ample living and work-from-home facilities, situated in smaller towns with all the necessary amenities, while also near a larger centre and international airport, must have been written into this home’s future many years ago. King Shaka International Airport, Ballito and Umhlanga are within an hour’s drive away on the N2 highway.

Mtunzini is the most picturesque, well-managed and safe town on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. It is a sought-after place to live and a popular holiday destination. The history of the town and community stretches back more than a century, and it was the first town in the country to be declared a conservancy. The town shares its conservation awareness with the neighbouring Umlalazi Nature Reserve where zebra, red duiker, otters, and a myriad of birds are found. The Umlalazi River meanders through the reserve and attracts a variety of water sport enthusiasts. Kilometres of beach stretch between the estuaries of the Umlalazi and Amatikulu rivers. There are numerous hiking trails through the town and nature reserve and for birders, this is where you will spot several lifers. The name Mtunzini means “a place in the shade”. It is truly a unique place to live.