Brand New Luxury Homes in Fresnaye

Fresnaye is one of Cape Town's most sought-after residential areas. With its stunning panoramic mountain views and close proximity to hotspots like the V& A Waterfront and more, we delve into what sets Fresnaye apart. A brief history of the area Originally called "Winterslust", Fresnaye was purchased in the 1800s as an estate measuring just under 1 km squared. The estate belonged to a descendant of the French Huguenots named Ryk Le Sueur, an aristocratic barrister from Bayeux in Normandy. The estate was home to a farmhouse beset by vineyards and orchards on either side. Hence the nickname "Garden of Eden" stuck. With the large population of French settlers, Fresnaye is home to a number of streets with French names and cultural...