Western Cape, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

JOINT MANDATE

Through the 24-hour manned gate and to a peaceful corner of the well-established Orchid Valley enclave, you arrive at a beautifully symmetrical and contemporary home set behind a soft sprawl of fragrant lavender. Once you decide whether to park in one of the two double-car garages or simply in the ample off-street parking, you descend a small flight of stairs to the entryway, where a grand glass pivot door welcomes you into a skylit foyer.

On both sides are doors that lead to two identical flatlets, ideal for guests, each with an en-suite bathroom, kitchenette, built-in storage, and private courtyard: one basking in morning sun, the other glowing by afternoon—with separate access stairs to dedicated parking.

The entryway continues past a tastefully designed guest cloakroom, and a magnificent bedroom, with lofty ceilings and sliding glass doors that open to a private putting green, and a luxurious en-suite bathroom with a deep soaking tub.

Finally, you reach the astounding open-plan heart of the home, where a soaring gabled ceiling with exposed roof trusses is crowned by gorgeous nature-infused chandeliers. To your right, a regal kitchen boasts a Smeg oven and gas hob and is centred by a glimmering quartz-topped island that overlooks the dining space and lounge beyond—warmed by the soft crackle of an Infiniti wood-burning fireplace. Tucked behind the kitchen, a walk-in pantry and scullery are provisioned for all major appliances, internal stairs provide access to one of the double garages, and doors lead to an outdoor drying yard and discreet staff bathroom.

The left half of the open-plan space is an entertainer’s dream, where a stately quartz-topped bar is set across from a sun-drenched entertainment lounge designed for game days and lively gatherings, complete with a generous indoor braai and a gleaming gold-tiled pizza oven that adds a dash of drama and delight. The space transitions seamlessly through stacking glass doors to a northeast-facing timber deck, where a heated pool shimmers in golden light throughout the day, blissfully sheltered from the prevailing winds, and a dedicated firepit circle awaits stories shared beneath starry skies.

Back inside, you arrive at a junction that leads to the home’s bedroom wing. To the left, the sunny master suite unfolds under a high trellised ceiling and sliding glass doors open to a private deck. Past a walk-in closet softly lit with strip lighting, you find yourself in a luxurious en-suite bathroom with twin vanities, a soaking tub, a secluded toilet, and your choice of an indoor or outdoor shower. The right path leads to two additional en-suite bedrooms—one with sliding doors that open to a garden, and the other with a quaint balcony overlooking a wide green lawn with a children’s playground.

This is a home that blends style with function, featuring a solar-powered battery backup for peace of mind, three gas geysers, rainwater storage, and an automated irrigation system. Just five minutes from Plett’s beaches and town centre, Brackenridge is one of the area’s most secure and sought-after estates—offering the perfect balance of seclusion, sophistication, and everyday ease.