Gail Gould Properties

These small updates and tweaks can turn your space into a source of pleasure and comfort. And after all, isn't that what home is for?

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬
Fresh flowers add colour and a touch of nature to any space. They can perk up a bedroom, living room, dining room, or even a bathroom in no time.

𝐁𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐟𝐮𝐥
Your home should reflect your personality. If you love playful accessories or colours, don't be afraid to let that show in your home décor.

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐈𝐧
Nature can have a calming, soothing effect on us, and bringing the outdoors in—any way you can—is a great way to add joy to your space. Take advantage of a large, picture window and arrange seating to allow you to take in the views.

𝐂𝐮𝐭 𝐃𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫
You may find yourself feeling happier when your home is tidier and clutter is put away.

𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬
Personal mementoes and things you've accumulated throughout your life can be incorporated into your space in a meaningful way. Display your favourite photographs on a wall where you can look at them daily.

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𝗥 𝟮 𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝟬𝟬𝟬 | 𝟯 𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗲𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗸

📞 Angela on 083 660 7947 or visit https://tinyurl.com/2835xh5u

Rare opportunity - spacious well positioned unit
Exclusive sole mandate.

Ideal for young family or scaling down – This sought after unit in the stable well run sectional title complex of the Westbrooke is larger than usual 212m².

Space and value for money – compare R/m² to other smaller homes in Somerset West. There are 31 units in this complex.

• Open plan lounge and dining room leads through double sliding door to sunny courtyard and garden area

• Kitchen with under counter oven, gas hob and extractor fan. Serving hatch to dining room and private courtyard

• Upstairs 3 well sized bedrooms all with BIC.

• Landing with Linen cupboard

• 2 bathrooms - downstairs with shower, toilet and basin and upstairs with bath, toilet and basin

• Downstairs storage cupboard area under stairs

• Single garage and parking for 2nd car

• Treed communal grounds and play area

• Pets allowed

• Ample shaded visitors parking

• Low levies

The complex is surrounded by monitored electric fencing and fibre is available.

Close to Mediclinic Vergelegen Hospital, retailers, shopping malls and major routes.

Call Angela Roos to view

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𝐑 𝟏𝟏 𝟐𝟓𝟎 𝟎𝟎𝟎 | 𝟔 𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐚 𝐇𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
📞 Mariette on 082 824 5412 or visit https://tinyurl.com/5hdhrhry

A one of a kind property in a sought after suburb
Exclusive sole mandate.

Situated on 4 168 square meter of land, this beautiful property is a rare find.

The spacious and character filled home is situated on the one side of the plot, with rolling lawns, majestic trees, an established garden, and a tennis court and swimming pool, adding to the special features.

Offering 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms within the house, and an added bedroom and bathroom with its own separate entrance adjacent to the double garage, gives potential buyers so many options to utilize it to the full.

A well-equipped open plan kitchen with seating, indoor braai and a pajama lounge, makes for endless entertaining opportunities with the added extra of sliding doors onto the patio for those balmy summer evenings.

The easy flowing living/dining room offers a gas fireplace and once again sliding doors opening up onto the patio overlooking the expansive garden.

A wonderful downstairs addition to the home is a lovely large bedroom with a pajama lounge and bathroom which can be completely closed off from the rest of the house and can be used by guests, an elderly couple or teenagers wanting some privacy.

Upstairs a very spacious main bedroom with en suite bathroom offer ample of cupboard space, extra seating and a balcony overlooking the garden. The three other upstairs bedrooms share a bathroom.

This home has been utilized by its current owners to make memories with family and friends on endless occasions, where the space, layout and flow of the home ensured effortless opportunities for entertaining.

Added extra’s include:

A large scullery with direct entry into the house.

Underfloor heating in designated areas of the house.

A manually operated irrigation system with 30 taps.

Alarm system with armed response.

2 x 5000 litre water tanks

Security shutters and burglar bars.

This home will be enjoyed by a family who wants to utilize all the wonderful amenities, but it also has the option that the plot can be subdivided by the new owner to add more outbuildings or by a developer who would like to add extra accommodation on the expansive erf.

Contact the agent for a private viewing of this very special home.

You will never know your limits until you push yourself to them. - K. Bromberg

Check out these easy projects and maintenance tasks to keep your house feeling like home this winter.

𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 (𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐰𝐨) 𝐚 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐣𝐨𝐛
Few home improvement projects offer more bang for their buck than painting a room a new colour. Fresh paint makes the home look (and smell) extra clean, and you can completely revamp the feel of a room over a weekend.

𝐆𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐚 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫
Brand new fluffy white towels, a candle and a little life (like bamboo, artful branches or an orchid) are all you need to go from bathroom to spa.

𝐀𝐝𝐝 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞
There’s no such thing as too much storage space. Simple floating shelves in small spaces are inexpensive and take just minutes to install.

𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐮𝐩 𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬
If you haven’t already, one essential winter checklist item is to check all doors and windows for drafts. Your energy bill will thank you.

𝐔𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
Full-spectrum light bulbs simulate natural sunlight to help increase your energy throughout the day. Adding one to a desk or reading lamp can have a noticeable effect during the winter.

Read the full article https://www.mymove.com/home-inspiration/diy/indoor-projects-for-winter/

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Make today ridiculously amazing!!

Kids grow so fast, so use these clever design tips to ensure their bedrooms keep up with them.

1. Buy a crib that converts into a bed
Cots and cribs can be really big investments, so it’s a waste when, after a couple of years, your child is too big for them. The secret is to buy one that converts into a toddler’s bed for maximum longevity.

2. Choose a neutral colour scheme
For furniture, curtains and walls, stick to neutral colours such as white, beige and grey and finishes like natural wood. This way you can update the room over the years by changing the less expensive items like scatters, storage baskets and art.

3. Include furniture that evolves
When your child goes to school, a desk is handy for art projects and homework. As they get older, it’s a place to study. But a desk can become a dressing table, simply by adding a mirror above it. Include storage like shelving and drawers for stationery, art supplies and makeup.

4. Make smart furniture choices
Bunk beds are fun when you’re eight, but less cool when you’re sixteen. Invest in furniture designed for adults and you won’t have to replace it every couple of years.

5. Don’t splurge on soft furnishings
Don’t spend a lot on items like bedding, rugs and scatters that get grubby over time. Rather replace them with new inexpensive accessories when they start looking shabby. This way the room will always stay on trend.

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“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” — Maya Angelou

Congratulations Mariëtte Steyn

An intense clean and clear-out shouldn’t just be reserved for September. Spring cleaning in autumn is important too!

Prep your home for winter
As the air gets crisper, we crave cosy nights and warm blankets. Autumn cleaning allows you to get ahead of the curve. Wash your favourite winter clothes and bedding before the cold snap hits. It also allows you to toss out and replace anything in time.

Banish the summer dust
Summer often means open windows and more foot traffic, leading to a build-up of dust, pollen and allergens. Autumn cleaning tackles this head-on. Deep-clean your carpets, wash your curtains and wipe down all those hard-to-get surfaces.

Get the jump on spring
By tackling a big clean in autumn, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much easier spring cleaning becomes. A good autumn clean removes the layer of grime accumulated over the year, leaving you with a fresher base come spring.

Transition into the new season
Autumn is a time of transition, and your home can reflect that. Use autumn cleaning as an opportunity to declutter and reorganise. You might be surprised at how a new layout can revitalise your space.

Read the full article here.
https://tinyurl.com/46kjnm62

𝗥 𝟱 𝟯𝟬𝟬 𝟬𝟬𝟬 | 𝟯 𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘆𝗱𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲

📞 Gail on 083 255 2950 or visit https://tinyurl.com/uherdx4b

Croydon Olive Estate, 6km from Somerset West towards Cape Town, with 24hr security, offers a unique environment with 236 homes nestled between swathes of evergreen olive groves granting privacy to each home and a true country feeling of space and nature. This iconic estate is fully developed with an active event-filled clubhouse, pool, gym, walkways along the dam and an allocation of home grown and pressed olive oil for all owners.

This beautiful, modern, three bedroomed 2 bathroomed home with large office space is well situated within the estate and offers a warm and inviting environment for your family. The open plan lounge, dining, kitchen is light and companionable extending through stacker doors to an additional large living space and a second set of stackers through to the protected north facing sunny stoep, dramatically increasing this versatile living space. The sparkling kitchen has Caesar Stone counters, a cooking range with gas hob and convenient extras with a separate scullery laundry.

The main bedroom has a modern open plan full bathroom with private toilet, vinyl tiled flooring and glass door to the covered veranda. One of the other bedrooms also has an outside door to the veranda. The office space which is cleverly placed between the bedroom wing and the living areas has a counter and cupboards for two work stations and is separated from the living room by attractive cottage pane French Doors. The entire home flooring is ceramic and vinyl tiles.

The direct access garage enters into the scullery and kitchen areas and houses the inverter and batteries for the solar system which powers the whole house including 2 of the air conditioners. The new pre-paid meter has a safety switch to solar mechanism and there is a handy storage platform in the garage forming a mezzanine level. The house has three air conditioners and is fibre ready with extenders.

The garden is totally waterwise and bee friendly with established trees and indigenous plants. No weekend mowing necessary. There is a 3000lt rain water storage tank for garden use. The double carport provides extra parking for guests.

Call Gail to view this feel-good home with nothing to do but move in and start living.

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“You can, you should, and if you're brave enough to start, you will.” — Stephen King

Having Too Many Small Appliances Out on the Counter
Anything with a plug should be out of sight unless you’re using it.

Installing Window Treatments
Natural light makes any space look larger. Try to keep the window clear of window treatments to maximise natural light.

Choosing a Dark Paint Colour
In a small kitchen, dark colours absorb light and make the room feel closed in. Opting for lighter shades can help reflect light, making the space feel brighter and more open,

Insisting on a Door
If there’s a door into your small kitchen, remove it altogether.

Using Too Many Different Types of Hardware
If your kitchen is small, use the same handles on all cabinets and all drawers. Keeping everything uniform will give it a tidier look!

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“There is always light. If only we're brave enough to see it. If only we're brave enough to be it.” — Amanda Gorman

Separate your space with clever furniture for effortless, elevated hosting.

1. Create a designated dining spot
Space permitting, it's best to have a dedicated space carved out for dinner itself. By focusing the food around one area, you can set the scene accordingly with suitable table-scaping and appropriate lighting — plus, gathering everyone together makes serving and clearing much easier to manage from a hosting point of view.

2. Encourage after-dinner conversation
Switch things up post-dinner by gently nudging your guests into a different room. A change of scene is always great to help reset the mood and re-energise guests after an indulgent meal.

3. Take your cues from the experts
Dot various pieces of furniture (benches, accent chairs etc) around your living room, kitchen and dining room, just as you'd find in a hotel lobby. Creating lots of little social spaces allows guests to break off into separate groups for chatting, catering to the natural flow of a dinner party as the night progresses.

4. Make your own DIY drinks station
Before, (hopefully not during) and after dinner, your guests will need somewhere to talk among themselves and enjoy a few cocktails. A cocktail trolley offers the perfect platform for this. You can get on with whatever you need to, safe in the knowledge that your guests will all be happy with a drink in hand.

Read the full article here.
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“If you do what interests you, at least one person is pleased.” — Katharine Hepburn

As we reach the end of the summer, here is what professional organisers say you can declutter for an organised and clutter-free fall.

𝟭. 𝗕𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿
The new season is a great time to clear out sun creams, bug sprays and old toiletries so that you have enough space for the products you use. Focus on the end goal of a calmer, more streamlined space for unwinding.

𝟮. 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱
Throw out any expired food items in your pantry to make space for all the ingredients you'll need for apple pies, stews, soups and other winter favourites! The same goes for your refrigerator and freezer.

𝟯. 𝗖𝗹𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀
Consider donating or discarding summer clothes, swimwear and footwear that haven't seen the light of day this year, because the chances are you aren't going to fall in love with them next summer.

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𝗥 𝟭 𝟴𝟬𝟬 𝟬𝟬𝟬 | 𝗩𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱 / 𝗣𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗵𝗮𝘆

📞 Gail on 083 255 2950 or visit https://tinyurl.com/mu3fntrc

Vacant plot near schools in Roundhay
A scarce commodity in Somerset West: an opportunity to build your home in close proximity to all major schools. A cleared, even, corner plot with a slight slope and easy to build on, this little beauty comes with a borehole currently delivering 2000lt/hr but with a capacity for 10,000lt/hr with a bigger pump. There is fibre in the street provided by Frogfoot. The plot is fenced and hedged on 3 sides and has several fruit and nut trees; pears, peaches, mulberries, olives, and almonds among them. There are also a few healthy beautiful Silver Oak trees.

All loose structures will be removed prior to transfer. The beehives are negotiable should the buyer be interested.

The town of Somerset West is situated 60 km from Cape Town and 30 km from Cape Town International airport in the beautiful Winelands district.

This precious, private piece of land is presented on sole mandate. Call Gail to view.

I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change. I am changing the things I cannot accept. - Angela Y. Davis

Fresh and splashy trends can be fun to try out in your own space, but if you plan on selling your home in the next several years there are some trends you may want to avoid.

𝗔𝗹𝗹-𝗪𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴
Real estate agents acknowledge that while neutral choices are always a win in interiors, the all-white-everything trend takes it a bit too far.

𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗹𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻
Open shelving has been a huge trend in kitchens for a few years now, but it’s beginning to fade in popularity as homeowners prioritise function over form.

𝗢𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴
Tiles with ornate details or bold colours can be a great way to showcase your personality and infuse some fun into your home, but if selling is in your future, you may want to reconsider trying out this trend in your home.

𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗼𝗽𝘀
Similarly, avoid bold countertops throughout your home. Just like tiles, countertops are expensive to replace and usually not something buyers are eager to do if they can avoid it.

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁-𝗜𝗻𝘀
Large, overwhelming built-ins that take up otherwise functional space may be ideal for you and your lifestyle, but could also deter future buyers.

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This is a wonderful day, I have never seen this one before. - Maya Angelou