This remarkable listing at Fortunes Gate embodies the essence of lifestyle, exclusivity, uniqueness, and charm. Imagine investing in a property where you can both reside and generate income, while also having the potential to further develop additional spaces for income or to fully embrace the luxurious lifestyle it offers.
Fortunes Gate is conveniently close to a range of amenities, shopping centres, private medical facilities, leisure spots, top restaurants, takeaways, and reputable schools just a stone's throw away.
The Oasis: Spanning an impressive13.78 hectares (34 acres), most of this property remains covered in natural vegetation, shaded by over70 mature hand-planted trees and palms. The diverse wildlife, including impala, stem buck, and bushbuck, adds to the serene atmosphere, creating a true paradise that offers unparalleled peace and tranquility. The improvements include a striking farmhouse crafted from rendered concrete, granite stone, and thatch, adorned with teak windows and doors, complemented by polished railway sleeper accents. This design delivers an aesthetic that resonates with the remoteness of a lodge or luxury resort while still being urban. Upon entering through the main entrance, you'll discover a spacious lounge featuring a hand-carved bar against a stunning backdrop of boulders and a dried tree display. The granite-faced jet master fireplace brings both warmth and character to the space. Next, a staircase leads to an elegant parquet-floored dining area and two en suite bedrooms. The uniquely designed kitchen, with solid teak countertops and ample storage, including a large pantry and scullery, ensures every culinary need is met. With Unique Touches: A striking spiral staircase, made from railway sleepers and suspended by thick ropes, leads to a cozy pyjama lounge and a luxurious master bedroom with an en suite bath that includes a double shower, jet bath, basin, and toilet. The outdoor spaces are equally captivating. A picturesque gazebo with a handmade railway sleeper bar overlooks a pool, expansive lawn, volleyball court, and tranquil dam. The homemade beach and fire pit collectively enhance the outdoor experience. Detached from the main house, you will find three charming cottages featuring thatched roofs and stone-concrete walls, along with staff quarters that accommodate eight bedrooms. Additionally, there are four horse stables with two tack rooms and a substantial brick warehouse (40m x14m), offering ample space for storage or indoor events, generating extra rental income. The property boasts an efficient gravity-fed water system, with a borehole feeding into a reservoir nestled atop a granite boulder. The irrigation system, equipped with37 popup sprays powered by 1.5kw Pedrollo pump drawing water from a14,000L tank, ensure a lush garden all year round.
In summary, this stunning property is truly one of a kind, presenting a rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise in the urban setting of Bulawayo.