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A D V E R T O R I A L • C H E L S E A V IL LA GE, W Y NB ER G Homes & Antiques 1 Carr Hill Rd, Wynberg AD O RO ERLO WAT WOLFE STREET Dutch Reformed Church CARR HILL RO Rose Lane AD Church Street Chelsea Village by Meryl Francis DURB AN RO AD Young Lane Standard Lane Cruse Lane Chelsea Village Wynberg Maynardville Park Maynardville Open Air Theatre muts Road WATERLOO ROAD Riebeek Street WO Piers Road RE E T The Lash & Beauty Room Waterloo Road, Wynberg Coco Karoo Interiors 32 Durban Road, Wynberg This picturesque location, with its charming architecture dating back to the 1700’s, entices one to stroll along its narrow lanes, and be embraced by the old English village ambience. The triangular shape of Chelsea Village is contained by Wolfe Street, Waterloo Road and Carr Hill Road as its parameters. Bursting with character, the Victorian buildings are beautifully renovated, boasting typical plaster detailing and elaborate mouldings. Quaint white-washed cottages with thatched roofs add to the charming scenery. Many of the gorgeous buildings have been declared heritage sites by the South African Heritage Resources Agency, and are recognised as one of the few areas in Cape Town to have retained their historical character. One could be misled to imagine that this little nook of nostalgia is all about stuffy old history. On closer inspection, the most elegant establishments are encountered. These vary from interior décor boutiques such as Homes & Antiques, and the eclectic Coco Karoo, to restaurants; where scrumptious lunches offer a short respite before moving on to discover the many treasures behind the aged walls. Shady courtyards, with the gentle trickle of water fountains, presents tranquil pause while ambling from shop to shop. In true English village style, a square opens at the centre of the Village, and this is just another example of the quirkiness of the Village – the square is triangular in shape! There one will find a bench under a shady tree to rest the weary feet, while regaining a second breath, and absorbing the character of this bustling gem. Once spent, both physically and financially, a perfect end to the day’s excursion is a visit to The Lash & Beauty Room, where friendly consultants will pamper and rejuvenate any wilting rose! LFE ST RE E Camp Road ST LFE WO Chelsea Village in Wynberg sits like a delectable slice of cheesecake on a stylish stand, with the promise of the taste sensation to come. RB DU T AN RO AD Mortim er Victoria Road Moore Road Lonsdale Road FULL CIRCLE DIGITAL MAGAZINE AUGUST 2013 RB DU AN AD RO