Set Yourself for South Africa this June

It is with great revery that I am bringing this beautiful space on the SQUA.RE radar; with real estate in Africa on the boom and the thrill of being in a continent so often ignored. Africa is the next mega force with a soccer focus for this June and a summer that cannot be beaten even in the most exclusive destinations. Africa delights with rawness and colour, it sings louder than any other place. That’s the reason why the cradle of the continent, South Africa carries the biggest focus. With open skies, unchartered territory and a love for the aesthetic South Africa is glistening on the horizon of a new world.

With this said, a new level is reached in terms of real estate and at the helm of One & Only real estate is now sourced in the southern hemisphere. It is the most exclusive residential property ever to go on sale in South Africa, a staggering 1440 m² penthouse on the rooftop of One&Only Cape Town, is for sale for R105 million. There are two penthouses for sale above the exquisite One&Only Cape Town, the bigger unit at R105 million and the smaller one at R80 million. The value of these magnificent apartments per square foot make them the most sought after real estate on the African continent. Owning one of these spectacular properties affords you not only the most prestigious address in South Africa, but also status beyond measure and luxury beyond comparison.

One&Only Cape Town is part of a revered collection of award-winning resorts in some of the most exotic locations in the world, including the Maldives, Mauritius, Dubai, The Bahamas and Mexico. The three penthouses at the One&Only Cape Town (one of which has been sold by Seeff), are part of only a handful of penthouses available for sale worldwide within the group.

Owning a penthouse in one of the most sought after 5-star deluxe resorts in South Africa comes with many luxury creature comforts, some of which include having the attentive service of a 24-hour private butler, an international concierge service and access to private catering from the world-renowned Nobu Restaurant and Gordon Ramsay’s maze restaurant; allowing you to relax in the comfort of your One&Only penthouse whilst lavishing in the delights of the most exclusive cuisine the country has to offer. Owners will also enjoy the acclaimed One&Only lifestyle at One&Only Spa Cape Town and a state-of-the-art Fitness Centre. Other benefits include the exclusive Vista Lounge & Bar, the esteemed Wine Loft, the NEO clothes boutique, Goodman Art Gallery and the KidsOnly clubhouse.

These one-of-a-kind penthouses proudly stand above One&Only Cape Town, an urban resort flanked by spectacular views; the harbour with Cape Town’s finest yachts dazzling in the sunshine, Table Mountain sitting prominently gazing over the Mother City, Cape Town’s jewel, the World Cup stadium and ahead lies the vast ocean stretching out to Robben Island and beyond. These are the views visitors to Cape Town dream about – a birds eye view of Mother City’s finest assets from the comfort and luxury of Cape Town’s star property.

Out of the three penthouses, two are still available for purchase; one standing at a magnificent 1440 m², which includes a 600 m² roof top, deck with rim flow pool, various entertainment areas and any luxury amenity imaginable. The second penthouse available, at just under 800 m², has a unique open plan living area bordered by floor to ceiling windows allowing for the perfect panorama and indoor-outdoor living.

Both of these extraordinary properties feature private lifts with a separate entrance foyer, exquisitely fitted bespoke kitchens with Miele appliances and beautiful bathroom suites. The real value is that the penthouses are left as blank canvases, ready for their specific buyer to create their desired space in their unique style with their own influences. A property of this stature to come ready to mould as you wish is highly unusual and a chance of dreams.
Top design specialists M-Interiors have created 3D digital designs showing how the penthouses could look when completed to give an idea of the potential, which is infinite. The huge living spaces and sleeping areas can be transformed into havens letting the full height windows showcase the most breathtaking views Cape Town has to offer.

The third penthouse that has already been sold by Seeff has been finished in the most spectacular fashion, creating rooms within rooms using luxurious colours, luscious fabrics and the most top quality furnishings. This sumptuous penthouse is the jewel of One&Only Cape Town, available to rent for up to 8 guests at R95,000 per night, its decadent interiors, numerous living areas, spanning entertainment decks and luxurious roof top pool have set a president for exclusive, über-luxury holiday rentals in Cape Town.

Seeff Properties’ exclusive division, Seeff Select, has the sole mandate for the sale of two of these exquisite penthouses and is pleased to offer rental opportunities for the third. Seeff Select is a new division of this renowned South African Real Estate Company; which focuses on the strategic marketing of Seeff’s top 5% properties within each geographical area. The Penthouses at One&Only Cape Town are without a doubt the crown of this exclusive portfolio.

Join South Africa, as it readies itself for the world.