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Coral Tree House

Val de Vie Estate, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, South Africa

33,500,000

House

Houses, Secure estates

Helena Smith

Property Consultant

+27 72 190 9112

Office +27 21 790 0972‬ or ‪+27 79 595 0080‬

“Elegant country living at its finest”

This beautiful family home for sale in Val de Vie Estate is a flawless blend of contemporary design and timeless sophistication. In South Africa’s most secure estate, it also offers the very best of country living.

The prestigious La Vue enclave of Val de Vie Estate forms the link between Val de Vie and the neighbouring world-class Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. In this part of Val de Vie you can see not just the Drakenstein and Simonsberg mountain ranges, but also Paarl Rock glinting in the sun, the mountains of Franschhoek and even the Limietberg. The beautiful Berg River runs alongside – ideal for picnics or even spot of fly-fishing.

The good life

“The architectural style in La Vue is light and contemporary, and the precinct is filled with young families, who love the lifestyle here,” say the owners. “Coral Tree House is on a corner plot that faces north. There’s a greenbelt on the right and another on the left with beautiful open fields and fynbos meadows.”

The magnificent coral tree around which this home is centred is an attention-grabber from the second you arrive. Its brilliant red flowers and glossy leaves make as much of a design statement in the height of summer as the sheltering embrace of its wide canopy. You just know lazy days relaxing in this shade-dappled courtyard will be delightfully chilled. And as the seasons turn and the tree sheds its leaves in winter, the warmth of the sun will flood into this sheltered north-facing space.

It is carefully considered nuances like this that let you know that no detail has been spared in the design of this glorious new family home for sale in Paarl.

Step inside and be embraced by the light-drenched open-plan interior, where double-glazed floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors frame the sweeping vistas beyond. Silky timber floors with their beautiful natural texture make for happy feet throughout the home. The living and dining areas flow seamlessly into the chef’s kitchen, complete with top-tier appliances and even a walk-in fridge. The outsized central island is designed for both functionality and conviviality – it’s a gathering point for the whole family as lovingly prepared meals are put together to be shared.

The mud room and scullery keep the inner workings of family life discreetly in the wings, while practical elements and sustainability solutions are seamlessly incorporated. Think the slow-combustion wood-burning fireplace; home automation system for audio and blinds; solar back-up system; underground rainwater harvesting tank; and water purification system.

Crafted with natural textures, warm wood finishes and subtle stone elements, every corner reflects an understated yet refined aesthetic. “We’ve combined modern and traditional elements – like off-shutter concrete beams outside with hand-crafted stone masonry cladding. In the kitchen joinery and bathrooms, fluted glass in the doors is a subtle nod to tradition,” explains the owner.

Effortless indoor-outdoor living

“The kitchen is an utter wow, and we are smitten with the master suite, with its walk-in dressing room, beautiful bathroom and timber verandah. But for me the pièce de résistance is the braai room,” says the owner.

We have to agree! This sophisticated space is every family’s dream. Glass doors slide away seamlessly to merge with the central courtyard and swimming pool terrace, creating a vast indoor/outdoor entertainment area. You just know that the whole family is going to love year-round BBQs here.

Restful retreats

The home’s five luxurious en-suite bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned to maximise privacy, each a tranquil retreat with bespoke finishes. Of course, with comfort underpinning every design decision, underfloor heating and heated towel rails are a given, as is the hot-water ring system that provides instant hot water no matter how many hot-water-hogging teens may be in residence.

The master suite is an ode to indulgence, featuring a private balcony, a lavish dressing room and a spa-like bathroom with freestanding tub – the perfect setting to unwind as the sun sets behind the mountain silhouettes.

The tranquil spaces don’t end with the bedroom suites, though. The pajama lounge is a private retreat where you can relax with a book or Netflix-’n’-chill in total comfort.

Country living refined

Given its setting in South Africa’s most secure estate, this luxury family house for sale in Val de Vie promises not only architectural brilliance but also an enviable lifestyle. Enjoy access to world-class amenities: from the Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course to the polo fields; from fine dining to wellness facilities. Every day here offers a blend of tranquillity and vibrant community life.

“Something so special here is the country lifestyle, with vineyards, fynbos, horses, walking, running and cycling trails, picnics on the banks of the Berg River and even fly-fishing. In a way, it’s like stepping back in time. And the kids zoom around on their bikes; when they stop to play with friends they can just drop their bikes outside and go. It reminds me of my childhood!”

It’s not every day you encounter properties for sale in the Cape Winelands of this calibre! We love the way its architecture and nature coexist in harmony, and every detail whispers quiet luxury.