1. ZEVENWACHT

Selected as number one because of it's beauty, and exceptionally small scale, with only one two windows either side of the main door. See ArchitectCapeTown for more about Cape Vernacular architecture.

2. BOSCHENDAL

The setting is perfect amidst orchards and indigenous gardens with the Groot Drakenstein mountain in the background. Go to ArchitectCapeTown if you found this interesting.

3. LA DAUPHINE

This perfectly proportioned house with a neoclassical style gable has been perfectly preserved, and it finds itself nestled in a garden with very big trees that don't cover the facade. Click on ArchitectCapeTownfor more information for modern houses like this.

4. LE PROVIDENCE

The long driveway with cypress trees either side, draws the eye to the graceful gable, with the drakenstein mountains in the background. Visit ArchitectCapeTownfor more information about another versitile Cape Town architect designing in this style.

5. STONEWALL

Set on a hill that is visible from the R44 from Stellenbosch to Somerset West, this cellar has all the characteristic Cape Dutch elements including a low "werf" wall that surrounds it. Visit ARCHITECTCAPEDUTCH for more on gables in the area.

6. LANZERAC

> The manor house has a crisp freshness as it contrasts with the purple silhouette of the two peaks mountains behind it. Visit ARCHITECTCAPEDUTCH for more on Cape Dutch architecture in the area.

7.RUST EN VREDE

The One and Only is arguably the most prestigious hotel in the Cape, and Ruben Reddy is creditted with the design. The subtle post modern edging and detailing move the look away from pure modernism and create a timeless elegance. A lesser known gem nestled on the slopes of Helderberg mountain, the modern seamless glass door contrasts with the rustic red brick arches and historical gable. Visit ArchitectCapeTownfor more information about another versatile Cape Town architect designing in this style.

9. GROOT CONSTANTIA

Not the most beautiful, but certainly the most famous, Groot constantia boasts a very large neoclassical period gable with a small statue in it. ArchitectCapeTownfor info about typical architect fees in Cape Town.

10. VERGELEGEN

Surrounded by the most beautiful and big garden of all the Cape Dutch houses, Vergelegen is a well proportioned house that must be visited.

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11.NEETHLINGSHOF

Soft rose gardens are demarcated by pathways and crossing are often the opportunity for a water fountain. This building is located near to Stellenbosch. Visit GLITZYMAGAZINE for more images of Cape Dutch house architecture.

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