Jake stood in front of the sleek modern building, his fingers gripping the property listing in his hand. Two units. One choice. The Bachelor or the Basement. Both brand new, airy, and inviting, yet vastly different in what they offered.
The Basement Unit sat on the upper level, basking in natural light. The open-plan design made it feel spacious, despite its compact size. The built-in cupboards in the bedroom and kitchen promised organization and efficiency. The bathroom, with its sleek basin, toilet, and shower, gleamed under the soft lighting. It was perfect for a fresh start—modern, elegant, and uncomplicated.
The Batchelor Unit, on the other hand, had its own charm. While it lacked the sunlit brightness of the Bachelor, it had a cozy, almost secretive feel. The same beautiful finishes, the same built-in cupboards, the same high-quality kitchen and bathroom, but with a sense of seclusion. It felt like a retreat, a place to escape the chaos of the world above.
The Bachelor was for someone who wanted to be seen, to feel a part of the world outside. The Basement was for someone who valued solitude, a space to breathe without interruption.
Standing between the two doors, Bachelor or Basement? Light or solitude? Exposure or privacy? Which door would you walk through?
The landlord would consider only credit-worthy applicants. Bank Statements and Pay Slips is a must.
Durban has an interesting history, Vasco da Gama’s passing in 1497, Lieutenant Farewell and Shaka. In 1823 Farewell took part in a British expedition to Natal and then decided to start a settlement there. He persuaded 25 other British colonists to join him, and in June 1824 he built the first houses. Only four of these original settlers remained with him. In July 1824 he visited Shaka from whom he received a...
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