Character 3 Bedroom Freehold Home with Flatlet in River View

Set on a corner stand in River View, Howick, this unique freehold home offers space and flexibility. With a separate flatlet, double garage and additional carports, it suits a family needing room to grow or buyers looking for extra income potential.
This is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom freehold house in Oakleigh Drive. The home includes a double garage and two double carports, making parking easy for multiple vehicles.
The established garden is neat and low maintenance, ideal for buyers who want outdoor space without heavy upkeep.
As you enter, you are welcomed by an entrance hall with a distinctive turret feature above the front door. Accessed via a trapdoor, it adds a unique architectural detail that sets the tone for the rest of the home.
To the left of the entrance is the lounge. It feels warm and inviting, with exposed beams, parquet flooring and a facebrick fireplace as a central feature.
A few steps up from the entrance hall leads to a modern, brand-new kitchen. It has Caesarstone countertops, generous cupboard space, a gas hob, fitted oven and a double sink. The layout is practical and works well for everyday use.
The dining room sits just off the kitchen. A wooden balustrade looks down into the lounge below, creating an open yet connected feel between the living spaces.
On one side of the dining room is the bedroom wing. All three bedrooms have built-in cupboards, and two include ceiling fans. The family bathroom has a separate toilet, which is practical for a busy household. The main bedroom has its own en suite bathroom.
On the opposite side of the dining area is the flatlet. It offers an open plan living space with a kitchenette, one bedroom and an en suite bathroom. It works well for extended family, guests, or as a rental unit.
Features:
Three bedrooms with built-in cupboards
Two bathrooms, including main en suite
Separate family toilet
New kitchen with Caesarstone countertops
Gas hob and fitted oven
Facebrick fireplace
Exposed beams
Parquet flooring
Turret feature with trapdoor access
Self-contained flatlet
Double garage
Two double carports
Established, low maintenance garden
The property is well positioned for easy access to schools, shops and main routes, and offers a settled residential setting.
Living in Howick means enjoying the Midlands lifestyle while still having convenient access to Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas.
This home offers more than standard suburban living. The separate flatlet provides flexibility, whether for extended family, work-from-home use or rental income. The generous parking and corner position add practical value.
It combines character features with modern updates, particularly in the newly fitted kitchen.
If you are looking for a three-bedroom freehold home with added versatility, this property deserves your attention.
Contact Catherine Rennie from R&R Real Estate to arrange a private viewing.