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Post date: 07/08/2012
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History: The original portion of this double-storeyed manor house with its neo-Gothic and Victorian characteristics was built in 1877 by Dirk Cloete. Further additions, as well as the redbrick coach house with its elegant rustication, were made at the turn of the century.
Visual Description: The property on which this late nineteenth century home was bought in 1877 by Mr. Dirk Cloete and the house was built during the same year. In 1920 it was sold to Mr. John G Rose.
The house is a gentlemen’s residence in the neo-Gothic style. Later additions are traditionally Victorian. The facade has a three windowed bay at each end joined by a verandah. All woodwork. is of teak. The interior has a striking teak staircase, a fine Eden cast iron fireplace and a splendid painted ceiling in the drawing room. The coach-house is contemporary with the main house and is of red brick with rusticated quoins. It is one of the few buildings of its type remaining in the Southern suburbs of Cape Town.
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