In Zimre Park, Harare, a home on a 2000sqm plot with five bedrooms, two lounges, and a borehole that runs alongside municipal water supply meaning the household isn't dependent on either source alone.
The solar system reduces reliance on grid power without eliminating it, and water tanks add further storage capacity. The borehole gives the property an independent draw when tanks run low. These three utilities working together make for a home that keeps running through the interruptions that affect most households in the area.
Inside, five bedrooms and three bathrooms give a growing household room to spread out without anyone queuing. Two lounges allow the living space to divide naturally one can stay quiet while the other is in use. A fireplace in the living area is a practical feature through Harare's winter months. The dining room sits separately from the lounges, which keeps meals distinct from the rest of the daily flow.
A cottage adds a self-contained space to the property, separate from the main house. The entertainment area and courtyard extend the usable ground beyond the interior rooms.
Out front, the veranda runs along the faade with supporting columns, giving the entrance a covered transition between the grounds and the house. The plot carries a lawn and mature trees that have had time to establish, and the boundary is enclosed and walled. Two garages are accessible from the property.
The courtyard sits between the main structure and the cottage, with its own distinct separation from the garden. There is a borehole and water tank. Deeds