Nestled within the Shortens Country Estate, this exquisite home showcases elegant architectural details, including grand pillars and double doors, polished wooden floors, and stunning stained-glass windows.
The private garden area features an easy-to-maintain swimming pool, providing a serene retreat accessible from the second covered verandah, which opens up through French doors to a charming family lounge area adorned with a chandelier — an ideal backdrop to display your family photo gallery.
The heart of the home is the kitchen, designed in a classic traditional country style with ample cabinetry and generous countertop space to display your favorite kitchen decor.
It's a culinary haven for any chef, equipped with a gas hob, two ovens, and numerous windows offering delightful garden views. Additional kitchen highlights include farm-style chandeliers, a kitchen island, and a scullery, along with a cozy casual dining table for everyday meals.
For more formal gatherings, the dining hall comfortably accommodates a 12-seater table, making it perfect for festive celebrations and elegant dinner parties—a dream for any host eager to showcase their finest furnishings.
The main lounge, featuring a fireplace, offers a warm and inviting formal space with bay windows that overlook the front lawn, complemented by arch and pillar details that reflect the timeless charm of classic entertainment architecture.
The main bedroom serves as a tranquil retreat, complete with a desk area overlooking the gardens, a dressing room area, and an en-suite bathroom featuring a double vanity.
This home also boasts a fitted bar area, four guest bedrooms, and a storeroom that may easily function as a study.
Thoughtfully designed, this traditional residence is the perfect family home situated within a secure country-style estate in Ballito.
Rich in sugar cane history dating back to the early 1900s, this property has been cherished by the Hulett family and was transformed into a boutique hotel, Shortens Country House in 1992 by Patrick Shorten. The Love family has lovingly owned it for the past 12 years, preserving its traditions and aesthetic charm as they converted it back into a beautiful home.
Shortens Country Estate is situated within close proximity to Ballito's hotspots - Umhlali Country Club for golfing and sporting facilities, Ballito Shopping Centres, Top Schools and renowned restaurants and cafes.