White House

Perched on the Breede River’s edge, White House is a striking fusion of industrial design and seasonal living. With bold black interiors softened by natural textures, this home invites you to embrace the rhythm of nature. Gather by the slow-combustion fireplace in winter or spend summer days on the patio with a built-in braai and a private jetty for river adventures. The open-plan layout, bathed in natural light, flows effortlessly from the kitchen to the living spaces, while cozy nooks offer quiet retreats. Just minutes from Infanta’s beaches, this property balances outdoor exploration with indoor comfort, making it a serene haven year-round.

As you enter White House, your gaze is immediately drawn to the stacked doors and seating nook comfortably tucked into the living area. You’ll find that the nook becomes your front-row seat to the ever-changing Breede River through the seasons. Slow mornings start here, with a steaming coffee in hand, as the mist rises off the river. As you peak outside, the patio calls your name and it’s here where you’ll spend most of your summer days with a cold G&T in hand, basking in the sun whilst the aroma of fresh-crackling Rooikrantz of the braai fire creates a playful melody with the calls of the fish eagles. Afternoons are whiled away dipping toes in the water, casting a line on the jetty, or for those feeling brave – launching into the river’s cool embrace. As autumn arrives, a crisp breeze whispers through the trees, scattering leaves in warm hues across the lawn. The air feels fresh and invigorating, perfect for moments spent wrapped in a blanket on the patio, a steaming cup of coffee in hand. The golden light softens, and the river takes on a tranquil stillness, offering a serene backdrop to the season’s slower, contemplative pace.

The home offers spaces to retreat as much as it does to gather as four bedrooms span the property – three with king beds, and the fourth containing a double bed and a set of bunker beds. The first two bedrooms are en-suite, and an additional bathroom is shared between the remaining two. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen are anchored by the slow-combustion fireplace, its warmth drawing everyone together on cooler days. It’s on these days when winter finds its rhythm, nurtured by the crackle of wood, the glow of firelight and the comfort of getting lost in a book whilst the patter of the raindrops echo. 

When spring awakens the landscape, the river comes alive again, its surface broken by the playful splashes of Garrick and grunters. The mornings feel lighter, the air scented with the promise of renewal. Windows thrown open to invite the outdoors in, the patio once more ready to host alfresco breakfasts beneath a brightening sky. The garden blooms anew, and the lawn becomes a canvas for picnics, laughter, and plans for the warmer days ahead. And when it’s time to bid adieu to Manor House, you’ll find yourself longing for the crackling fire, grunter splashes and ever-changing landscapes of the river.