Georgetown, Penang

The subject premises are two back-to-back heritage properties:- A handsome three-storey postwar building on China Street, and a double-storey heritage shophouse on Che Em Lane. One of the oldest site inside UNESCO World Heritage City: Georgetown, Penang.

Both listed properties are located on two lots totalling up to 2,962 sq ft). Blue-chip location: off Beach Street (Penang's CBD), Little India, the Swettenham Pier and Tun Dr. Lim Chong Eu Expressway. Now for sale at MYR 4,100,000-00 (furniture and fixtures excluded; however negotiable at a price if required).

Once it was two private residence to Chinese merchants dating back to 1846. On China street it was rebuilt as one property in an Art-Deco/modern style in the late 1940’s to early 50’s. The handsome new structure boasted the latest concrete form , with solid concrete floors and high ceilings the interior spaces were double the width of traditional and narrow shophouses Restorations began in 2008 and it has since then housed studio apartments, artist residencies, a gallery and now a F&B outlet on the ground floor.

The 1st floor 1200sqft is an open-plan studio apartment that includes a kitchen, dining, living, 1 double bed, 3 single beds and ensuite bathrooms. Fits 5 people comfortably.

The 2nd floor 1400sqft is an open-plan studio apartment that includes a kitchen, dining, living, 1 double bed, 3 single beds and ensuite bathrooms. Fits 5 people comfortably.

Both studios are decorated with an eclectic mix of vintage furniture from around Georgetown and Indonesia, this home away from home is a fantastic choice for short and long term rentals. Both have wide airy spaces with plenty of natural light which are great for brainstorming and spending family time.