This landmark property within the leafy suburb of Morningside overlooks and is positioned directly opposite the Mitchell Park Zoo, in a tranquil and serene environment. The tall trees within the property and surrounds creates a country ambience far removed from the hustle and bustle of the city, which is approximately 10 minutes away.
This property with Cape Dutch style architecture is positioned amongst TAFTA Old Age Home, Camelot Academy, eMakhosini Boutique Hotel, Girls Guide and Morningside Primary.

The property is one of the last few residential properties that is positioned within this mixed use commercial and retail node and as such the Seller has already applied for Special Consent for commercial / office use. The application for Special Consent is in the final stages of approval. A copy of the Special Consent Application is available on request.

The property has two road frontages and accessed via 3 entrances. Vehicular access is obtained via Lumsden Crescent as well as off Havelock Crescent. A double lock up garage is accessed directly off Lumsden Crescent. There is ample parking on site currently, however potential to increase parking exists on the landscaped garden areas if required. The remaining yard areas are paved throughout. Note that Lumsden Crescent is a very quiet, peaceful and wide road that has 24 hour security stationed at various boom gates. In the past, no issues were rose with the current seller as well as with the immediate neighbourhood utilizing this wide road for parking, which can accommodate approximately 60 motor vehicles.

The property is secured with boundary walls, razor with electric fencing and CCTV cameras with the alarm system is in place.

Within the double storey main building, the property comprises a configuration of open plan and individual offices on both floors. These offices are further supported by ample ablution facilities, bathrooms, a kitchen, scullery and the common foyer/reception area. All offices are air-conditioned. The ground floor to the front of the main building consists of an L-shaped entertainment area which over-looks the sparkling pool.

Throughout the property and more so along the boundaries are various ancillary units converted into store rooms, garages and outbuildings, most of which are further supported by ablution facilities and bathrooms.

The property is intricate but undoubtedly beautiful.

The property was for many years operating as a guest house with conference facilities prior to the Seller acquiring the property. Currently used as offices, this property has potential for various other uses such as multiple residential development, frail care / step down facility, tertiary institution / training centre and even as a guest house or B&B. Any future proposed use or development will require approvals and consents for the Municipality.

Morningside is considered an upmarket area within Durban and is bound by main arterial roads such as the M17 (Sandile Thusi Road), Peter Mokaba (Ridge) Road and Innes Road. The suburb of Morningside can be unofficially divided into the Upper Morningside and Lower Morningside. Lower Morningside is considered a more cosmopolitan area with many schools and businesses. The property is positioned on the Upper Morningside area, an area considered a beautiful lush greenbelt with properties that are vast and plot sizes generous with sea views, harbour views and Durban views. Roads are lined with trees and there is general sense of grandeur and establishment.

Lumsden Crescent links to Peter Mokaba (Ridge) Road which in turn provides easy access to all main arterial roads and major road networks.

Peter Mokaba (Ridge) Road provides good access to surrounding schools such as Morningside Primary School, Clifton Preparatory, Gordon Road Girls, Maris Stella and Durban Girls College. Jameson and Mitchell Park are within walking distance. Musgrave Shopping Centre, Windermere Shopping Centre, Overport City Shopping Centre, Game City Shopping Centre and Stamford Hill (Durban's sports hub) are also close by.

The property is situated within close proximity to most relevant amenities. Florida Road with various restaurants and with all modern-day amenities is positioned less than a kilometre away from the property.

Viewing: Thursday, 20th April 2023 from 14h00 to 15h30