Gauteng

Sandton, Morningside

Morningside   Morningside is one of the most conveniently located suburbs in Northern Johannesburg, having the Sandton CBD on the one side and  the lush residential areas of Morningside Ext 40, Duxberry and Benmore on the other. This location makes it the quintessential mixed-use neighbourhood, recently described as a power node.  Morningside proper straddles both sides of Rivonia Road, providing access to many major routes. The suburb was established on a portion of the previous Zandfontein Farm in the 1950's. and has become one of the most affluent residential and commercial suburbs in Africa.   Convenience and lifestyle are two of the suburbs'...

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Sandton, River Club

RIVER CLUB INFO River Club is an area located in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg and lies between Bryanston & Sandton. The area offers residential estates, freehold properties as well as sectional title developments. River Club is ideally located to all the main arterial routes, allowing easy commuting to Sandton CBD. River Club was originally part of the Driefontein Farm, established in the 1840s. By the turn of the century it was owned by a German family, Adolf & Elsa Wilhelmi, who despite being exiled during the Boer War returned to their land which they then rented. They remained on the land until the 1990's with their seven children. The legendary...

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Sandton, Sandhurst

Hyde Park, Hurlingham and Sandhurst As one of the most prestigious areas in the city of Johannesburg, which only leapt to life  in 1886 after gold was discovered on the Witwatersrand, Sandhurst and Hyde Park have developed from the sought-after domains of mining magnates and captains of industry to impressive suburbs with a cosmopolitan blend of all creeds and cultures. Bordered roughly by Oxford Road to the east, Sandton Drive to the north, the William Nicol Highway to the west and Jan Smuts Avenue to the south-west, these two suburbs have retained their enviable cachet with land values undoubtedly reflecting that. To the west, Hurlingham is adjacent to...

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Vanderbijlpark, Vaalview

Vaal River Just an hour's drive away from the frenetic pace of Johannesburg lies the Vaal River, the border between the economic hot spot that is Gauteng and the plains of the Free State.  The Vaal River boasts 57km of navigable waterways and is a popular getaway for city dwellers and water sports enthusiasts alike. Many of the most desirable properties in the area feature river frontage.  Both north-facing and south-facing stands and homes are available and the options range from apartments within sectional title estates through to expansive "gentleman's estates" covering multiple hectares. Whilst many of the properties dotted along the water's edge...

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KwaZulu Natal

Ballito

Ballito to Salt Rock Just to the north of Kwa Zulu Natal's Durban Metro lies an area referred to as the North Coast, also fondly nicknamed Dolphin Coast due to the frequent sightings of pods of dolphins frolicking in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. The area is characterized by golden beaches, rolling fields of sugar cane, its tropical climate and holiday vibe. Ballito's history as a popular holiday destination started back in the 1950s but its popularity stretches back much further. Salt Rock, just slightly further up the coast, has been known as such as far back as the days of the legendary King Shaka, whose handmaidens would collect salt from...

Margate

Margate & Uvongo Following the Kwa Zulu Natal coastline south-west of the Durban Metro one reaches the South Coast, stretching along 120km, from Scottburgh to Port Edward, along the shores of the Indian Ocean. The area, like much of the province is characterised by golden beaches, magnificent scenery, its tropical climate and holiday vibe. The area has also been nicknamed the Golf Coast due to the sheer number of golf courses in the area, many of which are ranked in the Top 100 courses in the country. Margate's was named after a fellow coastal resort town on the coast of Kent in the UK whilst Uvongo takes its name from the Vungu river which allegedly is derived...

Umhlanga

Umhlanga & Umhlanga Rocks Umhlanga, Umhlanga Rocks and Umdloti are often collectively known as Kwa Zulu Natal's Sugar Coast, harking back to their sugar cane producing past. The area, also one of the country's most popular holiday destinations, is surging forward to becoming the new economic hub of Durban. The resort and residential town north of Durban and just south of King Shaka International Airport is renowned for its warm weather, golden beaches and a myriad of adventure and entertainment opportunities. Accommodation options range from one-bed apartments through to palatial beach-side mansions and owners range from permanent residents to holiday home owners...

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Western Cape

Blouberg

Situated north from the City of Cape Town is one of South Africa's fastest growing suburbs. Blouberg boasts iconic views of Table Mountain from across Table Bay. The name Bloubergstrand literally means "blue mountain beach" in Afrikaans, and is derived from Blaauwberg, a nearby mountain.  Bloubergstrand is mainly a residential area, and attracts large numbers of visitors, especially kitesurf enthusiasts. The area is home to many families as it has to offer a wide selection of apartments and flats; many of which have marvellous sea views as well as a decent number of houses and security estates. Over the years some of our locals have come to nickname this area...

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Cape Town, Bakoven

Bakoven In between the vibey glamour of Camps Bay and the Nature Reserve, lies nestled the more peaceful, but no-less-exclusive, suburb of Bakoven.  With the backdrop of the Twelve Apostles and bisected by Victoria Road, the suburb manages to retain a more village-like feel than its neighbouring Big Sister, and is characterised by its mix of luxurious homes and charming beach bungalows, many of which have breathtaking views, especially at sunset.   Beta Beach and Oudekraal are the two small local beaches most easily accessed on foot from the suburb and are enthusiastically looked after by local residents.  The area homes the longest-standing National Sea...

Cape Town, Bishopscourt

B Bishopscourt Bishopscourt - so-named as it is houses the official residence the Archbishop of Cape Town -  is a small, exceedingly affluent, residential suburb in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town. Bishopscourt is an easily accessible suburb, renowned for its spectacular mountain views, exquisite residences and their expansive grounds. This leafy, tree-lined suburb comprises of approximately 300-plus substantial family residences on large plots (often exceeding an acre) with lush lawns and manicured gardens. The suburb is sheltered from the South-Easterly winds in summer. It is located in close proximity to some  wine farms, as the suburb is situated with in the...

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