Central Swellendam House for sale / to buy

Modestly priced house in Central Area Central Swellendam, Western Cape, South Africa

Price: R795,000

Modestly priced house in central area of the Overberg town of Swellendam. Neat 3 bedroom, single bathroom house with corrugated ion roof, wooden windows and tile and wooden floor covering on a 817 square meter plot. The house has open plan sitting and dinning room and the kitchen has all amenities with well fitted wooden cupboards. The main bedroom has neat built in cupboards and lovely wooden floors. The garden area is smallish and should be easy to keep in order. The house is compact and convenient and the property is walking distance from the nearest Super market and the lower end of the business area of town. Pensioners or young families don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to see this well priced home which is really priced to sell. The price R795,000 Swellendam Background Information : Nestling at the foot of the picturesque Langeberg Mountains, Swellendam has much to offer people who have an interest in history, nature and outdoor activities. It is situated on the N2, approximately 240 km from both Cape Town and George. In addition to serving its local and surrounding community, Swellendam glories in its past by continuing to offer travellers the services they require for rest and relaxation on their travels. Property : Swellendam, the third oldest town in SA, draws many buyers in their fifties who are looking for a quieter, country lifestyle. Historic homes in the Cape Dutch and Victorian styles add great charm to the town. Strong demand from lifestyle buyers has pushed property prices beyond the reach of many local buyers. Although the new National Credit Act has put a slight damper on sales, demand from lifestyle buyers is still strong. The real need is now in the affordable market and there is great scope for developers who can bring units to the market at less than R600 000. Developers were quick to act on the demand for lifestyle units and are buying large stands, sub-dividing them and building full-title units with security features. These units sell fast among buyers from Gauteng and Cape Town and demand is pushing up prices. For instance, a two-bedroom unit of about 130sqm that sold for R650 000 a mere 16 months ago is now valued at more than R800 000. Most sales are taking place in the R800 000 to R1,3m range. Such prices are out of reach for many locals who are thus forced to rent accommodation. The new Act has further dimmed their hopes of entering the market and although rentals are low to suit their budgets, cheaper units would also create opportunities for investors who are prepared to wait for value growth. There are a big need for sectional title units in the market. All property in Swellendam is currently full title and sectional title developments could lower unit costs. History : The first known sketch of Swellendam was of the Drostdy, by Johannes Schumacher in 1776, when he accompanied the son of Governor Swellengrebel to the town. Swellendam has been an important travel centre for centuries. Early travellers and explorers who visited the Cape in the 1500's traded with the Khoikhoi people who lived on these shores. When the Dutch East India Company established a refreshment centre at the Cape in 1652, trade continued inland as far as Swellendam. In 1743 Swellendam was declared a magisterial district, the third oldest in South Africa. A landdrost was appointed and a Drostdy and other buildings were erected. The district was named after Governor Hendrik Swellengrebel and his wife, Ten Damme. In time, a village was established opposite the Drostdy, across the Koornlands River, where artisans, including numerous wainwrights, and traders settled. To travellers and explorers, the service of these village folk were indispensable, as Swellendam was the last outpost of civilization on the eastern frontier. By the middle of the 19th century, the eastern districts had been colonized by British settlers and Swellendam was a thriving metropolis. The town served as a useful refreshment station on the long, slow journey up the coast. Outdoor Activities : All the usual sporting facilities are available and visitors are welcome to join the members at the various clubs. In addition, horse-riding, canoeing and other water sports can be arranged. There are also mountain bike trails in the area and bikes are available for hire. Hermitage Liquor Farm Swellendam is the largest Youngberry growing area in the country and a farm just 3km out of town may be visited for liqueur tasting. Other Youngberry products are also for sale. Call Kosie or Natalie van Zyl at Tel +27-291-43132 Artists Several well-known artists have settled in Swellendam and their studios may be visited. Swellendam Publicity Association Oefeningshuis, Voortrek Street, Swellendam P.O. Box 369, Swellendam, South Africa, 6740 Source - www.places.co.za

Property Facilities Central Swellendam property

◊ Bedrooms: 3◊ Bathrooms: 1

◊ Living room◊ Dining room◊ Kitchen◊ Garden

Contact Details Central Swellendam property

Benhard Wiese Tel: 084 611 2293 to e-mail this agent   More properties by: Benhard Wiese   View all properties by: Cape Coastal Homes

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