The house was occupied by the Fischer Family during Braam’s childhood and teenager years. The house was built in the early 1900’s for its original owner, before being purchased by Braam’s father, an attorney who was later to become a judge and judge president. During the1920’s the wing to the right of the building as seen from the street was built, together with an extension to the front verandah. At that stage the house, which had originally been of red face brick, was plastered and painted white . The original wooden verandah posts and railings were replaced with the neo classical columns that we see today. The house as proclaimed a National Monument on account of its associations with Bram Fischer, and the fact that it is one of the last remaining examples of a Westdene house of 120 years ago. In terms of current heritage legislation, the house is now a provincial heritage site Become the custodian of this Free State Gem Step into the past with this 808m² former home. With a rich history and a well-documented background, this property is a true landmark. It features a double-story layout of 233m², along with a separate cottage of 90m². There is ample parking available, including 5 visitor spaces and 12 covered parking spots. The sturdy steel roof adds durability to the structure.
Inside, you’ll find over 12 offices, a boardroom, and a reception area, many equipped with air conditioning. The space offers a mix of tiled, carpeted, and wooden flooring, ensuring comfort and style. Additionally, there are enough restrooms for the divided office areas. This property is currently zoned for restricted business use, and the owner has made some modifications for their business while preserving many historical features. The charm and character of the property are palpable even before you enter, enhanced by a spacious, classic covered porch. It's easy to envision this property becoming a restaurant gem, with a little work to unlock its full aesthetic potential. This conveniently located Property is begging for the historian at heart to become the future custodian of this Property
Known as the ‘City of Roses' Bloemfontein is the capital city of the Free State Province of South Africa. As the Judicial Capital of the country, Bloemfontein is one of the three national capitals of South Africa. Bloemfontein forms part of the Mangaung Local Municipality, known as the place where the Cheetahs dwell. Being the economic hub of Mangaung and the commercial capital of the Free State...
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