7 Bed House in Hogsback

Historic Manor in Picturesque Hogsback. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Hogsback region in the Eastern Cape, this historic property presents a unique opportunity for visionary investors and enthusiasts of historic properties.

Dating back to 1895 when the first fruit farms were established in the Amathole mountain range, Nutwood Park offers an expansive canvas for revitalization. Home to some of the oldest Redwood Trees in the country, its gardens were intricately designed by Oxford horticulturists in the 1930s. Maples, hazelnut groves, plum, and pear trees are just some of a wide selection of established tree life. In the garden, you will find endangered Samango monkeys, Cape parrots, hare, and occasionally, deer. Featuring many meandering walkways, ponds, and magnificent fauna and flora, this 10-acre property is a nature lover''s paradise. Another interesting feature located alongside the manor house is a bell. Manufactured in the 1890s by the famous Bell Company in Cape Town, it is one of only three still in existence - having been erected over a century ago.

The manor house, built in the 1940s, has served as a boutique hotel and as an elegant and elusive wedding venue. Original features such as antique fireplaces, wooden beams, and classic fixtures add character. There is also potential to enhance existing facilities or add new amenities to meet modern standards.

Featuring a variety of room options, each with unique attributes that reflect historical charm, accommodation varies in size and style, and offers a quaint and intimate atmosphere for discerned homeowners and guests. The manor house offers three well-sized bedrooms, each with a unique outlook and outdoor access. One of these bedrooms has a private en-suite bathroom, while the remaining two bedrooms enjoy shared access to a separate bathroom. Two, two-bedroom cottages, each with their own private entrances and living space are currently being utilized as income generators.

Other valuable features include clean mountain water, and a grove of edible fruit trees, including apple trees, berry bushes, and a giant kiwi vine. There is also a raised bed vegetable patch and a chicken coop - whose chickens produce about a dozen eggs daily. The property also boasts double garaging, a separate rondavel, and an old borehole in need of repair.

The Hogsback area, renowned for its natural beauty and serene environment, is a sought-after destination for travelers seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. This property offers potential as a sought-after retreat or a luxurious haven, drawing guests from near and far, and is conveniently located within walking distance from the Aboretum, the infamous 39 Steps Waterfall, and the Village Centre shops and restaurants.

In its long history, this olde world property has exchanged hands only a few times offering discerned homebuyers and investors a rare opportunity to own an established historical gem.