Short RoadWalmer, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, 6000

Situated at the end of a meandering driveway with wrought iron gates imported from France, it is surrounded by manicured gardens divided into various 'rooms' by low walls. At the centre of the garden is a statement swimming pool, and to one side a French style water feature.

The attention to detail throughout this home is offset by custom-made furniture in the study, kitchen and main bedroom, chandeliers, sash windows and wrought-iron balconies. Both the entrance hall and the family lounge have cement screeded floors. The formal lounge has a fireplace and the kitchen is the first word in sophisticated Provence with bespoke cabinetry and granite tops. Fitted with a gas hob, under-counter oven, impressive extractor hood and a centre island and access into a French-style potager courtyard.

The study is yet another grand room, beautifully fitted and with doors to the patio. Also on the ground level is a large dining room and a guest cloakroom. All five bedrooms are substantial and the bathrooms (main en-suite) pure indulgence. With the versatility of the 5th bedroom guest suite with an en-suite and a utility room, the property also boasts four garages. The new double garage would make a wonderful playroom or teenage pad as it is carpeted with windows and built-in cupboards.

Other noteworthy features are an underground tank of about 60,000 litres, two 5,000 litre tanks with filters connected to the house, a borehole (not in use), a generator, eight solar panels, an inverter and a 5kw battery. The security system comprises beams, contacts, electric fencing, automated gates and eyes in all the interior rooms as well as an automated security gate at the top of the stairs to the bedrooms.

When you view this superb home, you'll see the original plans hanging in the hallway - these will be passed on to the new owner. Close to Grey Boys' and Collegiate Girls' schools, on the doorstep of Clarendon Park Primary and within a 10km radius of the Chief Dawid Stuurman International airport, beaches and business centres, this is the ultimate.