Royston Hall is for sale for R8.9m
It’s not every day that a Victorian manor house goes on the market, and especially not one as notable and gorgeously set as Royston Hall on the South Coast. The property is being sold with all the fixtures and fittings included, for a cool R8.9m.
According to a collaborative study by Tourism KZN and the Ugu South Coast Tourism in June 2016, the South Coast is the third most visited destination in South Africa by foreign tourists and the fifth most popular destination for South African holidaymakers. This is what makes the availability of such a significant property quite noteworthy as it’s sure to garner quite a bit of attention.
John Choles from Pam Golding Properties in Umtentweni added “Tourism is an important economic contributor for any country and its various destinations, and in this South Coast region, which stretches from Umkomaas to Port Edward, incorporating 115km of pristine coastline and with no less than seven Blue Flag beaches, the presence of both domestic and international visitors plays an important role – both directly and indirectly – in contributing to our local economy, and also in promoting the region’s numerous attractions.”
The manor got its name from owner Brigadier General John Robinson Royston, who was also known as “Galloping Jack.” He was a farmer who also owned a trading store and the property remained in his family’s possession for 41 years. Royston was also an accomplished jazz musician and he and his wife, Mildred, regularly hosted soirees at what would then become known as Royston Hall.
The manor was built in 1897 and is an 828sqm, listed Victorian manor that still boasts its original wooden flooring and staircase, as well as the leaded glass in its windows and doors. With exceptional views all round, it’s not difficult to see why the manor was built where it was. It might not be as affordable as other property for sale in Port Shepstone, but for those of us who dare to dream, what a magnificent dream is it.
