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SOMERSET WEST: COUNTRY ESTATE
Fairhaven at a fair price O
VER the years, Somerset West has crept its way into the hearts of those who now call it home. Picturesque mountain ranges bordered by vineyards and mirrored by the seemingly endless blue shimmer of False Bay – coupled with outstanding private medical facilities, excellent schools, worldclass golf courses and the convenience of being close to Cape Town and minutes away from pristine white beaches – makes this charming town a dream to live in, for all. As a result, the past few years has seen Somerset West develop and spread its roots. With expansions taking place in the affluent Schapenberg and Boskloof area, Bizweni Road is renowned for exclusive lifestyle estates. This has lead to a new link road to the N2 which will be completed in 2013, as well as a lifestyle shopping centre to make life that much more convenient. It’s no doubt that the eastern side of Somerset West, and particularly upper Bizweni Road, has become a sought-after neighbourhood. One of the newest developments, Fairhaven Country Estate, has been taken over by new developers, following on their success of Schonenberg Estate. Situated on the slopes of the Hottentots Holland Mountain, Fairhaven offers the most magnificent views of the breathtaking landscape that sweeps across the Helderberg. The estate will offer a tranquil and sophisticated environment through specific architectural guidelines with contemporary designs and manicured gardens to complement the natural beauty of the Renos-
The site of the proposed Fairhaven Country Estate terveld and winelands that surround it. The state-of-the-art security system will include electric fencing, biometric (fingerprint) access control, off-site monitoring with armed response and camera sur-
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veillance, giving residents peace of mind and the best in up-market secure living. With plots advertised from only R395 000 including VAT and with no transfer duty, this new develop-
R13 000 000
021 887 4740
A unique lifestyle property - close to town. Breath taking views.
R1 090 000
WEB 7370 Erf 340m² Uitstekend geprys - sekuriteitskompleks naby skole.
STELLENBOSCH
WEB 6646
Estate. For more information on this country estate development, contact Shaun Harris on 082 956 0599 or Kelly Harris on 082 733 6259 or email sales@fairhavenestate.co.za.
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021BOORD 889 9774 DIE STELLENBOSCH
ment is not only ideally located, but also well priced. Whether you’re planning to build your dream home or looking for an opportunity to invest, it seems unlikely that you can go wrong with Fairhaven Country
Mari 082 566 1155 Marina 082 557 0864 R3 100 000
www.annabasson.co.za
R1 650 000 STELLENBOSCH
R4 500 000
Excellent opportunity for investment. Close to schools. R5 300 000
STELLENBOSCH
R1 150 000
WEB 6695 and WEB 7413 Slaapk 3 | Badk 2 | M/huis 1 WEB 7246 WEB 7316 Two units in historic core of Ruim dorpshuis net reg vir intrek. Leef- De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate. Stellenbosch. areas en kuierstoep - noordfront. In mint condition and offers lovely views of surrounding mountains.
STELLENBOSCH
WEB 7124 R1 295 000
Bachelor | Bathroom 1 | Parking 1 WEB 7111 Spacious, sunny and on campus.
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Bestaande huise se pryse word bevoordeel deur stygende boukoste ’n Vinnige kykie na die jongste beskikbare boustatistieke toon dat die sektor vir bestaande huise voordeel trek uit stygende boukoste. Dis die nuus van Berry Everitt, besturende direkteur van die Chas Everitt International-eiendomsgroep, wat daarop wys dat Absa se behuisingsoorsig toon dat die koste om ’n nuwe huis te bou in die tweede kwartaal van vanjaar met 4,3% gestyg het vergeleke met dieselfde periode in 2011. “Dit bring die gemiddelde nominale prys van ’n nuwe huis op R1 535 miljoen te staan, of sowat 34,4% meer as die tweede kwartaal
gemiddeld van R1 007 miljoen vir ’n bestaande huis. Dié prysverskil swaai ’n groot persentasie van die groter vraag na behuising danksy lae rentekoerse weg van huise wat van die plan af verkoop word na ’n al kleiner voorraad bestaande huise, met die gevolg dat pryse in die laasgenoemde sektor gestut word.” Boonop, sê hy, het residensiële bouwerk vanjaar afgeneem, wat meebring dat selfs mense wat wel nuutgeboude huise wil koop dit al moeiliker vind om geskikte nuwe eiendom raak te loop. Everitt skryf in die nuusbrief, Property
Signposts, syfers van StatsSA toon dat die aantal bouplanne vir nuwe behuisingseenhede wat in die eerste helfte van die jaar goedgekeur is 11,6% gedaal het teenoor dieselfde tydperk verlede jaar en op 23 095 eenhede te staan gekom het – en die meeste van die eenhede gaan eers oor sowat 18 maande tot twee jaar voltooi word. “En hoewel die aantal nuwe huise wat in die eerste ses maande van die jaar voltooi is met 3,4% gestyg het in vergelyking met dieselfde periode van 2011, was daar aansienlike afnames in ses uit die nege provinsies – en ’n nasionale daling van 1,4% in die
kategorie vir eenhede kleiner as 80 m², wat gewoonlik deur eerste kopers geteiken word. Die grootste rede vir dié afname is boukoste wat ontwikkelaars nou verhoed om nuwe huise teen mededingende pryse te bied, en hulle in baie gevalle die handdoek laat ingooi. Bou-insetkoste het in die eerste kwartaal van 2012 met 5,7% gestyg, maar die boubedryf moes ook stygende arbeidskoste, vervoerkoste en elektrisiteitskostes die hoof bied en die Buro vir Ekonomiese Navorsing beraam dat algehele boukoste vanjaar met 12,1% en volgende jaar met 16,3% gaan styg.
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Luxury Retirement IN
SOMERSET WEST
Catapult SRV063
Houses from R1,82m
ONLY 3om
two bedro apartments le still availab
80% OF THE
DEVELOPMENT ALREADY SERVICED!
Apartments from R975 000 Show units open: Monday - Friday 10:00 to 17:00 Sundays 11:00 to 17:00 Tel: +27 (021) 852 0821 • Russell: 083 457 2007 • David: 082 410 7465 • Christina: 082 330 1209 E-mail: russellm@iafrica.com or david@exactcape.co.za • Website: www.schonenbergvillage.co.za
The village is constituted in terms of the Retirement Act No. 65 of 1988.
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Secure now, pay when completed Choice of finishes 3 Bedrooms, main en-suite Granite kitchens Double auto garages 24 Hour security
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Brand Pretorius praat oor leierskap Sakeleiers word uitgenooi om saam te kom gesels met Brand Pretorius, bekende sakeleier, oor inspirerende leierskap tydens ’n ontbytseminaar op 26 Oktober by die Westin Cape Town in Kaapstad. Dit is ’n interessante en uitdagende geleentheid vir interaksie, vrae en besprekings. Indien u nie die geleentheid kan bywoon nie, stuur gerus persone in bestuursposisies of moontlik kan u ’n tafel borg vir jong opkomende sakeleiers in u onderneming. Dr. Arnold Smit, bestuurshoof: sake en samelewing USB-ED (USB) is die fasiliteer-
der by hierdie geleentheid. Brand Pretorius gaan leierskaplesse deel wat hy uit sowel sukses as mislukkings geleer het. Hy sal ook praktiese riglyne vir doeltreffende leierskap uitlig. Hierdie geleentheid, wat betekenisvolle pitkos sal bied, duur van 07:30 vir 08:00 tot 11:00. Die koste is R295, ontbyt ingesluit. Tafels van 10 persone is ook beskikbaar teen R2 850 per tafel (R100 afslag). Onthou om vroegtyd vir hierdie ontbytseminaar te bespreek. Kontak Heila van Wyk by 082 670 2968 of e-pos: heilavw.liaison@gmail.com
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Kry jou sleutel tot die perfekte eiendom.
HELDERBERG
DistrictMail Strand | Gordon’s Bay | Somerset West | Stellenbosch | Grabouw | Elgin
021 870 4600
021 887 2840
021 841 4282
Jou grootste en beste eiendomsgids in die Boland
The alarm goes off. You make coffee and watch the sun rise above campus across the way, rays of sunlight flickering between the sentinal of trees. Walk downstairs for a good 45 minutes on the treadmill, buy the paper and some eggs, then head back up for breakfast with your friends across the way. Afterwards it’s lunch at a local wine farm and a little opera under the trees. Later, debate a movie vs a pizza or a nightcap at Andringa Walk – whichever way, you always know it’s wonderful to be home.
We are On Show daily in the Stellenbosch Eikestad Mall. Look for our show unit following the pointer boards from Ster Kinekor.
Make Andringa Walk your home: 120 Luxury apartments from R1.4 million. Contact: Stellenbosch Office 021 887 1017, Vanessa Johnson 082 588 7007, vanessa.johnson@pamgolding.co.za Louise Varga 082 552 4118, louise.varga@pamgolding.co.za
www.pamgolding.co.za/andringa-walk
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SOMERSET WES
R2 450 000
SOMERSET WES
R2 350 000
SMS the web reference to “38573” for more info*
Stellenbosch
SOLE MANDATE
SOLE MANDATE
READY APRIL 2013 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Garage 2 WEB 270170 Spacious home in boutique wine farm. Ideal for the family with views of vineyards. Choose your own finishes.
NEW LISTING Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2.5 Garage 2
[O] 021 843 3368
CLAUDINE 072 610 1416 GERHARD 076 590 7758
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R8 200 000
WEB 275232
Walk in and start to live. Easy flow with ideal entertainment areas walking onto large patio with views over vineyards. Loads of extras included. [O] 021 843 3368 GERHARD 076 590 7758 CLAUDINE 072 610 1416
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R6 700 000
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Web Ref 209776
R2 060 000
NEW RELEASE - Fantastic starter home for the young couple, including a lovely loft with plenty of space. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and the novelty of a jacuzzi to enjoy on weekends. Contact: Monique Holzen 072 390 9227
Stellenbosch
Sole Mandate
Web Ref 210233
R1 295 000
NEW RELEASE - Quaint lock up and go close to shopping mall and other amenities. Perfect starter-up home or pure investment with excellent rental income. Contact: Marelise Visagie 072 776 2645
Stellenbosch
JOINT MANDATE
DE ZALZE WINELANDS GOLF ESTATE EXECUTIVE LIVING Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 Garage 2 WEB 238367 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 Garage 4 Double volume stunner in the heart of this prestigious estate. [O] 021 886 7905
SOPHIA 082 824 6798
STELLENBOSCH
R2 795 000
WEB 270021
This home features spacious living areas with magnificent views. Ample room for hosting with four living rooms, pool and 500 bottle wine cellar. [O] 021 886 7905
HETTIE 083 263 0559
STELLENBOSCH
R1 610 000
Web Ref 122614
Sole Mandate
R5 900 000
Privately situated on a larger than average corner plot we are proud to offer this 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom home tothe market. Beautifully renovated with large living areas, modern kitchen, laundromat and luxury bathrooms. One of the finest homes, well positioned in this popular suburban area close to excellent schools. Contact: Marelise Visagie 072 776 2645
Stellenbosch
SOLE MANDATE
DEEL MANDAAT
REDUCED TO SELL Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 Garage 1
WEB 270684
Security complex close to town. 3 Living areas, covered braai room to pool and private garden. Views. [O] 021 886 7905
LEON 082 575 7356 LISBE 084 666 0011
STELLENBOSCH
R1 859 000
KARAKTER! Kamers 3 Badkamers 2 M/Huis 1
WEB 269171
Noordfront woning met ruim leefarea en moderne afwerking met gevestigde tuin, binnebraai en gastebadkamer. [K] 021 886 7905
DROEKS 082 685 9189
STELLENBOSCH
R 540 000
Joint Mandate
Web Ref 203211
R3 330 000
Situated in a quiet tree-lined street this home has various options and minor changes will make a major impression. Enjoy the benefits of your own spacious family home situated close to schools and shopping complex. Contact: Graham 084 308 3540 / Christine 082 417 2506
Rozenmeer Estate
On Show: Sunday 11h00 - 13h00
ALLEEN MANDAAT
WEB 274316
Uitstekende belegging. Netjiese woonstel in gewilde studenteblok met 24 uur sekuriteit, goeie potensiele huurinkomste.
GESKIK VIR STUDENT OF BACHELOR Kamers 2 Badkamers 1 Parkering 2 WEB 258228
Netjiese twee slaapkamer woonstel in sekuriteits kompleks 2km vanaf die hoofkampus. [K] 021 886 7905 GAVIN - PAUL 072 707 1192
MARISKA 082 823 0718
STELLENBOSCH
R2 060 000
STELLENBOSCH
R16 650 000
Sole Mandate
From R895 000
Web Ref 184459
Amazing value for money, the ideal started home! 3 Bedroom freestanding and duplex homes in picture perfect Rozenmeer Estate in Klapmuts. Plot and plan options, all bond and transfer costs included. Contact: Bronwyn Boyd 083 420 1747
Paardeberg
Web Ref 209776
NEW RELEASE – Cute & Cosy townhouse with all the right trimmings, situated in a gated village close to all amenities. This immaculate home offers a peaceful ambiance with cozy living area & fire-place. 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a balcony upstairs. Neat as a pin and just ready to move in. Contact: Graham 084 308 3540 / Christine 082 417 2506
Stellenbosch
R2 995 000
Web Ref 203235
Sunny north facing home positioned in a cul-de-sac. This lovely 5 bedroom property is a “stones’ throw” away from the Stellenbosch Golf Club and offers modern finishes, a large braai room, pool in child friendly garden.Double garage with direct access to the house.Contact: Graham 084 308 3540 / Christine 082 417 2506
Wellington
JOINT MANDATE
NUWE VRYSTELLING
NOORDFRONT MEENTHUIS Kamers 3 Bathrooms 2 M/Huis 1
PROPERTY WITH A MASTER VIEW! WEB 275048 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 4 Garage 3 WEB 275441
Eie titel toesluit en ry met 2 leefareas, studeerkamer en jacuzzi in privaat tuin. Ekstra parkering. [K] 021 886 7905
R2 395 000
ALLEEN MANDAAT
KAMPUS JUWEEL! Kamers 3 Badkamers 2 Parkering 2
[K] 021 886 7905
Stellenbosch
LEONIE 082 773 0655
If you have arrived at your financial destination this super cool small holding is for you. This is a family haven. [O] 021 886 7905 ANDRE 082 339 5651
Sole Mandate
Web Ref 195212
Starting at R2 550 000
With sweeping views of farmlands, the Franschhoek Mountains and even Table Mountain, the setting for this exclusive estate is incomparable. This unique position offers a tranquil and exclusive lifestyle with easy access to Northern Suburbs, Paarl and Wellington. Only seven opportunities available. Contact: Bronwyn Boyd 083 420 1747 40 Bird Street, Stellenbosch Tel: 021 809 2760 | Fax: 021 809 2779 Email: admin@sothebysrealtystb.co.za www.sothebysrealty.co.za
Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated
Sole Mandate
Web Ref 201418
R1 625 000
A modern double storey home in a secure complex. 3B, 2b, guest toilet, open plan lounge, dining room & modern kitchen with granite tops. Patio with under roof braai overlooking the vineyards. Contact: Estelle Denys 072 141 4117 For more photos and information on these properties, visit our mobile site by scanning the code or sms LGSIR to 38573* *R1.50/SMS. Free SMS don’t apply. T&C’s Apply
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BOSCHENMEER
R1 500 000 BOSCHENMEER
BAIE GOEIE BEGIN Kamers 3 Badkamers 2.5 M/huise 1
WEB 271093
Eerste kopers kom begin hier. Netjiese meenthuis met goeie afwerking en eie tuintjie. Baie goeie belegging. [K] 021 872 2223
BOSCHENMEER
R1 450 000
BELEGGERS !! Kamers 3 Badkamers 2.5 M/huise 1
LYNETTE 071 109 2669
PAARL
R1 495 000
DEEL MANDAAT
ANDERS AS DIE RES !!! Kamers 3 Badkamers 3 M/huise 2
WEB 255469
WEB 272917
Uitstekende huurinkomste en baie goeie belegging. Moet dit nie mis nie. Direk van die ontwikkelaar, oordragkostes en kommissie is ingesluit.
THYS 082 646 0932 [K] 021 872 2223
R3 250 000
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PRYSVERLAGING
DIE BETROUBARE SESTIGS ! Kamers 4 Badkamers 3 M/huis 1
WEB 259394
Staan uit met die moderne lig en sonnige oopplan huis wat onthaal maklik maak. Perfek vir buite- en binne kuiers.
Gerieflike familiewoning in gewilde area. Ekstras sluit in studeerkamer, sprankelswembad en hope parkering.
[K] 021 872 2223
[K] 021 872 2223
LITA 083 498 1018
PAARL
R375 000
SPOTGOEDKOOP !!! Kamers 2 Badkamer 1 Parkering 1
WEB 238529
VOSSIE 082 444 7003
PAARL
R 450 000
‘HOENDERTAND SKAARS”
WEB 274832
Sonnige woonstel bring huurinkomste van R 3500 per maand.
Come build your dream home on this extra large corner stand of 723 m² in sought after Klein Parys area.
[K] 021 872 2223
[O] 021 872 2223
LITA 083 498 1018
WELLINGTON
R1 195 000
BERENICE 072 423 1455
WELLINGTON
R1 500 000
ALLEENMANDAAT
KARAKTERVOL !! Kamers 3 Badkamers 2 M/huis 1
WEB 273792
HOPE POTENSIAAL Kamers 3 Badkamers 2 Parkering 1
WEB 275407
Gesinshuis met pragtige houtvloere en groot erf. Onderverdelings moontlikheid.
Ruim woonhuis met asemrowende uitsigte op 1556 m²erf. Aparte woonstel. Uitstekende area.
[K] 021 864 2948
[K] 021 864 2948
CARMEN 082 490 0994
WELLINGTON
R995 000
SOLE MANDATE ALLEENMANDAAT
LINDA 083 379 3769
WELLINGTON
R1 895 000
DEEL MANDAAT
AREA, AREA, AREA ... Kamers 3 Badkamers 2 M/huise 1
WEB 268577
PRIVAAT, VEILIG EN STIL Kamers 3 Badkamers 3 M/huise 2
WEB 256716
Familiehuis met hope potensiaal op groot erf van 1053 m². Stapafstand van skole.
Heerlike leefhuis in baie gesogte area. Uitsigte. Swembad.
[K] 021 864 2948
[K] 021 864 2948
MARISA 079 877 4177
RENTALS Boschenmeer - Thys 082 646 0932 Paarl - Vicky Bester 074 158 8016 Wellington - Andre 082 788 7746
CARMEN 082 490 0994
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Estate agents and the commission they charge One of the important issues to consider when selecting an estate agent to sell your home is what commission rate they charge. As a general rule, estate agents charge between 5% and 7½% plus VAT. Sellers may be tempted to list with the agency that charges the least, but consider these other important issues before deciding. As a property owner, when you sell you want to achieve the highest price the market will pay. This is only possible when your agent creates buyer competition through aggressive marketing, and the property has been correctly priced. By way of an example, Harcourts Platinum has been offering aggressive marketing options to their sellers at fair commission rates for over 6 years. The average drop in price from list to selling price is 3,7% for Harcourts, compared to a local market average of approximately 7,4%. And over 25% of Harcourts mandates sell at the full asking price. It’s simply impossible for an agent to offer a seller an aggressive and comprehensive marketing plan that’s committed to writing, if you select the agent who charges very little. The fact is that marketing costs money. And an agent will generally spend as little as possible on marketing in order to achieve a sale. This is especially true when they have listed your property at a very low commission rate. What really counts for you as a seller is
TALKING PROPERTY BY
STEVE CARADOC-DAVIES Principal, Harcourts Platinumdirector, Harcourts South Africa.
Contact him on blog harcourtsplatinum.wordpress.com or steve.cd@harcourts.co.za
how much you will receive after deducting the agents’ fees. So when interviewing estate agents ask them to commit in writing to what you will receive for the commission rate they charge. What marketing is included? Where and when will it appear? What is the size and
frequency of the marketing? And is the marketing plan in writing as, if it’s not, you won’t be able to hold the agent to it. In this tough property market it is really unlikely that cheapest is best. As in everything in life, you get what you pay for. That’s why most people haven’t purchased the cheapest car. They’ve bought the best they can afford in their price range and have made the decision based on the value they have been offered. It’s the same in real estate. Select the agent you wish to list with, based on the value they offer you. Why pay for something you won’t get? And don’t expect something that you’re not paying for. It’s just not going to happen. Agree on a commission rate that is fair and will include a comprehensive written marketing plan that will create buyer competition and result in good offers at market value. Don’t be fooled into selecting the cheapest option that offers you no real value, no guaranteed marketing, and will almost certainly result in offers below market value. For an example of a comprehensive marketing plan, specifically created for your property and your needs, feel free to contact a professional real estate company. - If you have any real estate questions you want answered please email on steve.cd@harcourts.co.za. He also has a blog at www.harcourtsplatinum.wordpress.com
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