Area Profiles

In the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town lie some well known and popular suburbs, including  Kraaifontein, which  was first established in the 1600’s as a cattle farm. Whether it was the flora or the fauna that attracted the crows is debatable, but as the name Kraaifontein means Crow Fountain, it is assumed that there were an abundance of crows in the area at the time.  Now however, the rural areas of Kraaifontein produce some of the best vegetables in the Cape. Kraaifontein has developed into a hub of residential options from apartments, security villages to large estate homes. It is close to the N1 highway, boasts numerous primary and secondary...

Location Surrounded by picturesque wine and wheat farms, the suburb of Durbanville is a well-loved destination. The long stretches of rolling green hills, multiple vineyards and old-world farmhouses all work together to produce scenes worthy of a coffee-table book. Just 20 minutes to the north of Cape Town, Durbanville is one of the oldest municipalities in the Western Cape Province. History The history of the area is the perfect companion for the imagery in a book, as the story is one of common hope, courage and bravery that dates back to the early days of the 19th Century. Durbanville was founded in the early 19th century around a freshwater spring and was...

The Garden Route in the esteemed Western Cape of South Africa is known for its small quaint towns, however, there are also locations which have been elevated to city status as well. One such place is George and its well-known for being a great place in which to live as its closely located to some of the most picturesque holiday destinations in the whole of South Africa. Geographically George is situated conveniently between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. The two other major cities in the vicinity. The area is popular for its abundance of nature, quaint towns and temperate year-round weather.  A brief history of the area If one looks back to the origins of this...

Why is Knysna property so popular? It's simple, who wouldn't want to stay in a town of exceptional scenic beauty.  Not only are there glamorous real estate options available in one of the most beautiful settings in the country, but Knysna is also well known for the festivals, events, adventure and endangered species that make it an undeniably desirable destination. Knysna is one of the prime areas for property in South Africa. Set in an idyllic landscape, Knysna resembles a mini metropolis that has everything to offer. As one of the Garden Route's most famous stops, the allure of beaches and lush forests nestled between the Outeniqua Mountains and the...

Cape Town is one of South Africa's most regarded urban destinations and Kraaifontein is an established suburb within this sought-after city. The area was dubbed Kraaifontein largely due to the fact that there are a significant amount of crows which live in the vicinity (kraai translates to crow in the Afrikaans language).  It forms part of the extensive Northern Suburbs region and is conveniently located near the N1 travelling towards, Worcester and Paarl.  A brief history of the area The development of the suburb or small town of Kraaifontein dates back to the mid to late 1800's. Just like most of this part of the Western Cape it slowly developed around the...

Melkbosstrand is widely considered to be one of the towns which connect Cape Town to the desolate yet undeniably beautiful West Coast of the Western Cape of South Africa. The town is dominated by a love for surf, sand, and nature and its name is derived from the Afrikaans word Melkbos, which translates to milk bush and strand which translates to beach. Hence if directly translated from Afrikaans to English it reads as Milk Bush Beach. A huge deciding factor for people wishing to move to Melkbosstrand is that one enjoys the best of both worlds. As its close to the glitz of Cape Town, whilst retaining all of that West Coast country charm. It's within close proximity to...

Location Milnerton is situated approximately 11km from Cape Town’s city centre and is blessed with spectacular views over the bay towards Table Mountain. Perched on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, it is well known for its stunning properties, spectacularly scenic lagoon, and its close proximity to many of Cape Town’s hotspots. Milnerton is the oldest of the suburbs along the northern Table Bay.  History Milnerton was founded in 1897 on the site of the old farm, Janbiesjeskraal, and named after High Commissioner, Lord Alfred Milner. After a rather slow start, the area began to grow steadily after the arrival of the railway in the early years of the...

Welcome to Plettenberg Bay, one of South Africa’s premier beach and coastal destinations, situated on the world renown Garden Route of South Africa. Plettenberg Bay, known for its temperate climate, long sandy beaches, pristine lagoons and indigenous forests makes it a nature lover’s paradise. No wonder it has been nominated one of Africa’s leading beach destinations in World Travel Awards! Plettenberg Bay, with its natural beauty, Indian Ocean, forests and lagoons has plenty to offer. From sunny beach holidays to action packed activities, Plett has it all. Whether you enjoy lazy days in the sun on Robberg Beach, mountain biking in Harkerville...

Whether you are a local resident of the Helderberg area, or just a visitor, every time you see the False Bay from either Sir Lowry's Pass lookout point or from the R44 approaching from Stellenbosch you will be left in absolute awe!! Between the Helderberg and Hottentots Holland Mountains and the False Bay coastline on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula, lie the 3 towns that comprise the Helderberg, namely Somerset West, Gordon's Bay, Strand,  all world-renowned tourist destinations, each with their own unique personality, festive vibe, and different attractions, capturing an interesting mix of everything you can imagine from various winelands, the Helderberg...

A Bit of History South Africa's second oldest town after Cape Town was founded in 1679 and named after Governor Simon van der Stel. The town quickly grew and became an important hub for trade and agriculture. The town also became known as the "City of Oaks" due to the large number of trees planted in the town. Stellenbosch is also well known for its restored Cape Dutch architecture from the 18th and 19th centuries. It is also home to Stellenbosch University one of the oldest and most prestigious tertiary education centres in Africa. Stellenbosch boast several wine estates, including Spier, Blaauwklippen, Boschendal, Tokara and of course our legendary golfer Ernie Else...