R8,400,000 | 5 Bedroom House For Sale in Eaglecrest Wildlife Estate

Provençal Craftsmanship and Endless Midlands Views in Eaglescrest Wildlife Estate or French Country elegance meets flexible country living in Nottingham Road:

Conceived and built by a world-renowned decorator, this 600 m² French Provençal-style homestead brings rare architectural authenticity to the 75-hectare Eaglescrest Wildlife Estate in Nottingham Road. Set on a 3,517 m² stand, no expense was spared in its creation. Every proportion, texture and sightline has been carefully considered from the double-glazed windows and interior white louvered shutters down to the gathered linen café curtains fitted to the bathroom doors offering effortless country living well below what it would cost to replicate a custom build of this calibre today.

Approached via a level gravel driveway, the home makes an unforgettable first impression. Ornate coral-pink wrought-iron gates open into a sheltered, tree-shaded gravel courtyard centred around a circular stone fountain planted with white arum lilies, framed by ivy-clad brickwork and coral-painted shutters that feel lifted straight from a village square in rural Provence. Inside, a double-volume entrance hall with whitewashed tongue-and-groove rafters, French oak and smooth screeded floors, a timber-and-wrought-iron staircase, and sliding sage-green barn doors draws natural light deep into the home.

Living, Entertaining & True Winter Warmth:
At the heart of the lower level, an expansive open-plan kitchen and dining room—complete with a central island, bespoke display cabinetry, and premium appliances—opens onto a deep covered veranda. Running the length of the veranda is a striking raised water rill crossed by a timber bridge and flanked by sculpted stone fruit urns, looking out over manicured lawns, two estate dams, rolling Midlands hills, and roaming wildlife. A formal lounge and two additional independent lounges give the home an easy, unhurried flow.

Designed for the crisp Midlands climate, the residence combines double-glazed windows with three fireplaces—including a freestanding lounge unit—whose masonry chimneys rise vertically right through the interior of the house. As the fires burn downstairs, the chimneys radiate gentle warmth through the upper floor, keeping the entire home deeply warm and cosy throughout winter. A Sunsynk solar inverter and battery backup system paired with rooftop solar panels ensures seamless off-grid reliability.

Three Entrances & Independent Dual-Wing Living:
Cleverly configured around a Main Entrance, a South Entrance, and an ivy-draped brick archway marked "NORTH"—and served by two separate staircases—the layout adapts effortlessly to extended family life or high-end hospitality.

The North Wing (Self-Contained Guest Wing / Luxury Airbnb): Entered through its own coral-painted stable door, this wing functions seamlessly as a private cottage for guests or luxury Airbnb hosting. Downstairs holds an open lounge and dining room with a kitchenette, a quiet study nook, and a ground-floor bedroom and bathroom. Upstairs, a sun-drenched main suite with vaulted white rafters and built-in cabinetry opens onto an elevated veranda with sweeping views.

The South Wing: Two ground-floor bedrooms share a full bathroom, while the second staircase leads up to another private primary en-suite sanctuary.

Bathrooms with a View & Panoramic Outdoor Shower: In both upstairs en-suites, deep freestanding soaking baths with classic telephone-style mixer taps sit directly in front of large shuttered windows so you can lie back in the water and look straight out across the hills. Upstairs also features a stone-paved, open-air outside shower enclosed by wrought-iron railings, where you can shower in the sun looking out over miles of open pasture and valley.

The Courtyard Art Studio, Stream & Turnkey Estate Care:
Bordering the established garden is a gentle stream that attracts abundant birdlife. Opening directly onto the Provençal fountain courtyard through wide barn-style doors is the oversized single garage, finished with durable ochre-sealed floors, built-in cabinetry, a sink area, and an adjoining laundry room leading to a private drying yard. With its natural light, courtyard outlook, and built-in basin for washing paintbrushes, this space easily doubles as an inspiring art studio for painting sessions or creative workshops—while the 3,517 m² stand offers plenty of level ground to build an additional double garage if desired.

Privately positioned on the north side is a sixth bedroom suite—a lovely staff flatlet with its own entrance, bathroom, and veranda. Adding rare peace of mind is the option to retain the property’s long-standing resident caretaker, who knows every detail of the home, prepares the North Wing for Airbnb guests, and maintains the immaculate gardens and grounds.

Located within the 75-hectare Eaglescrest Wildlife Estate, residents enjoy walking trails, fishing dams, and picnic spots right on their doorstep, with Clifton Preparatory School (0.02 km) directly adjacent and Nottingham Road village just minutes away.