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Fairhaven Country Estate – Helderberg’s ultimate lifestyle and security estate Fairhaven Country Estate, perfectly situated in one of Somerset West’s most prestigious areas in Bizweni Road, encompasses spectacular views in this exclusive lifestyle security estate. Panoramic views of the majestic Helderberg and HottentotsHolland mountains, and the mesmerising shimmer of the False Bay coastline, make this vineyard-bordered estate a truly unsurpassed home investment choice. The prime time for buyers to get into the market and build their dream home in this sought-after area is now, as can be seen with the 80 plots that have been sold. The estate boasts a state-of-theart security system, which includes a 24-hour guarded entrance with biometric access control, electric fencing and camera surveillance. Fairhaven offers residents a world of lifestyle comforts and modern conveniences only minutes away. Premier golf courses, family-style and cosmopolitan restaurants, leading wine estates, trendy malls, serene nature reserves and leafy open parks, medical facilities and top schools are all within close proximity to Fairhaven Estate. In addition, a brand new boutique-style retail centre and private school are planned within walking distance to the estate. A link road between the N2 and Sir Lowry’s Pass Road is set to open before the end of 2013, which will provide residents with quick and convenient direct access to
freeways and other major roads. Plots sizes range between 650 m² and 750 m², and pricing starts from R525 000 including VAT and with no transfer duty. Neighbouring top-calibre homes within the area reach endproject values in excess of R18 million. Fairhaven has set the benchmark in this up-scale residential neighbourhood by offering buyers a unique opportunity to build their dream home. It is the smartest property investment in town. Potential buyers are invited to visit the stylish on-site sales office to view a scale model of the estate in order to truly get a sense of the forthcoming homes’ potential. The magnificent new show house plans and visuals on display (due to commence building early 2014) perfectly capture the very essence of the Fairhaven lifestyle experience. Fairhaven offers buyers a unique lifetime investment within an exclusive security estate; surrounded by unpretentious natural beauty and only moments away from every imaginable convenience. This exquisite estate is the answer to buyers seeking the perfect location to realise their ultimate home-owning dream. Those who have chosen to invest here are truly delighted to be part of this incredible country estate. Visit the Fairhaven on-site sales office on Sundays between 14:00 and 17:00 or contact Shaun Harris on 082 956 0599 for an exclusive viewing or email sales@fairhavenestate.co.za for more information. Alternatively, visit the estate’s website on www.fairhavenestate.co.za.
New upmarket show house to commence building early 2014.
Exclusive living in Somerset West’s most prestigious neighbourhood is now a reality with Fairhaven Country Estate.
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The Somerset, a new lifestyle retirement development east of Someset West, officially launched its luxurious cottages on Thursday 14 November during a social event for investors, potential buyers and all involved with the project. Two fully-furnished cottages with a view over the entire Helderberg were on display. For more information about The Somerset, phone the sales office on 021 840 0018.
Barry Conlin, Jane Downing and Jan Terblanche from Nedbank enjoy refreshments.
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Can’t we always unite Exclusive Paarl home for sale as we do in a crisis challenge residents face is to retain that sense of community. Instead of airing grievances about all the problems we have to live with, wouldn’t it be refreshing to focus on the positives? There are many individuals who give selflessly of their time and energies. What made the relief effort so special was the fact that most of the community did this – it became the norm, not the exception. Early on Saturday mornWe are so privileged to ing I drove through Bizweni live in one of the most beauand Bridgewater to observe tiful spots on the planet. But the damage, and witnessed what makes living here so entire communities coming special is more than just the together to help their neighsurroundings – it’s the peobours. When I offered help to ple. Let’s not forget what it residents most of them comfeels like to experience the mented that they had already power of a community that been helped. comes together for one comTogether with some Harmon cause. It shouldn’t take courts colleagues we filled a crisis to make this happen. sandbags to assist some propSo what has this got to do erty owners living along the with property? We purchase Lourens River. Friends and neighbours were there in Talking Property by Steve houses, but we live in full force to help off-load the CaradocDavies, principal homes. A home is more than a house. It encompasses a sandbags and protect the of Harcourts Platinum way of life. It includes the properties from further damage. It was wonderful to see and many benefits of living in a community that locals were on an emotional high at being shares our values and respects others. The world we live in has serious issues part of the solution, not the problem. It’s a credit to the Helderberg area that to contend with. We will not fix them here. residents are able to unite and assist others But we can all do our bit to contribute to in times of crisis. It didn’t matter whom a society that lives by the code: “Do unto you voted for, where you went to school, others as you wish them to do to you”. We felt the benefits of this through a time what language you spoke, or what race you were – if you needed help then others would of crisis last week. We shouldn’t have to offer it. People focused on what really mat- wait for the next crisis to experience this tered: people. It made one proud to be a lo- again. Let’s all do our bit to better our community and enhance the lifestyle we enjoy cal. Now that the waters have receded the in this place we call “home”.
The newspapers are full of accounts of how residents banded together to assist those affected by the floods in the Helderberg last week. The Somerset West Facebook page was “flooded” with offers to assist those in need. Calls went out to evacuate Mediclinic Vergelegen, and many responded.
An ultra-modern home with an eye-catching design and spacious open-plan living areas has come onto the market in Paarl. The property is located in L’Ideal Close Estate, a sought-after gated community directly above the grounds of Paarl Girls’ High School. Occupying an erf of over 1000 m², it is on the market exclusively through Pam Golding Properties (PGP) and priced at R10 million. PGP’s area manager for Paarl, Surina du Toit, says L’Ideal was established in the late 1990’s, with the first homes being built from around 2000. “The community includes a total of 22 erven, of which only a handful are still vacant,” she says. “The majority have been completed with elegant modern homes, most of them enjoying magnificent views of the valley and surrounding Drakenstein mountains. There is a firm emphasis on secure family living, and the area is particularly popular with families whose children attend the acclaimed Paarl Girls’ and Boys’ high schools. Being located in the southern part of Paarl, it is also conveniently positioned for access to the N1.” The home currently for sale was designed by architect Christof Albertyn, who was given virtual carte blanche by the owners to create his artistic masterpiece. The result is a spacious home with striking modern lines, including soft curves, natural wood and immense expanses of glass to maximise the light and views. The property looks directly onto the fields of Girls’ High and residents can enter the school grounds directly through their own gate. PGP agent Adri Holm says the exclusive home has some 600 m² of living space, including six bedrooms – five of them occupying one level and a sixth located separately, ideal for guest use. “Although this house is a work of art, it is still a very practical and comfortable space, with an easy flow between the living areas,” she says. “There is also superb flow from the
This ultramodern home with spacious open plan living areas has come onto the market in Paarl exclusively through Pam Golding Properties, priced at R10 million. indoors to the outdoor entertainment areas, including a pool deck with panoramic views. The kitchen echoes the curved lines of the home and has a practical design that places everything within easy reach of the cook, without feeling cramped. While the design may be ahead of its time, this ultimately remains a very warm and liveable family home.” Other features include an indoor braai area, air-conditioning, under-floor heating and full staff quarters. Garaging is provided for three vehicles and there is computerised irrigation for the garden. The home has an alarm system and intercom. Holm says the property will appeal to the discerning buyer who wants a unique home in a prime location, combining top-end style and luxury with relaxed family living. “This would be an ideal home for a large extended family, or for those who entertain guests frequently.” To view the property or for more information, contact Holm on 083 283 0114, 021 871 1480 or paarl@pamgolding.co.za.
DIVA DELUXE:IETS NUUTS NET VIR DIE DAMES
Skoner geslag gaan van dié een hou QUICKPIC Daihatsu se Terios Diva het ’n nuwe era vir vrouemotoriste in Suid-Afrika ingelui. Vir die eerste keer is ’n voertuig bekendgestel wat spesifiek ontwerp is om te voldoen aan die behoeftes van die skoner geslag. Nou het die vervaardiger hul mededingende voorsprong verder vergroot met die bekendstelling van die nuwe Diva Deluxe. Volgens die hoofbestuurder van Daihatsu SA, Pedro Perreira, is die Diva baie goed ontvang deur die vroue van Suid-Afrika, wat die konsep van ’n motor wat vir vrouebestuurders ontwerp is met ope arms én tjekboeke verwelkom het. “Dit is bekend dat vroue in Suid-Afrika ’n aansienlike –- en groeiende – mark verteenwoordig. Die Terios Diva en haar opvolger, die nuwe Diva Deluxe, is spesifiek gemik op die behoeftes van dié hoogs selektiewe en intuïtiewe mark,” sê hy. Perreira verduidelik dat daar ;n verdere rede is vir die bekendstelling van die Diva Deluxe. “Die sportnutsvoertuig-segment is een van die mees aktiewe sektore in die SuidAfrikaanse mark, bestaande uit dosyne mededingers. Dit is belangrik om jou handelsmerk in hierdie sektor te onderskei, en om ’n vernuwende pakket te bied . . . iets wat uniek en werklik besonders is binne die spesifieke marksegment,” verduidelik hy. En dit is presies wat die nuwe Diva Deluxe regkry: dit verteenwoordig ’n vernuwende en hoogs geteikende voertuig wat heeltemal anders as enige ander mededinger in die mark lyk én is. Terwyl die Daihatsu Diva reeds met ’n vorentoe voorkoms pronk, is
skermende matte, asook die sitdie Diva Deluxe ontwerp om plek- en bagasiebak-organiselfs nóg meer koppe te laat seerders. Die sitplek-organidraai – danksy ’n mooi seerder, wat agter die klompie eksterne verbetevoorsitplek hang, is ideaal om rings. Die mees opvallende enigiets van bottels en doeke tot is die kleur van die plakkers grimering en iPods in te bêre. en die sitplekstiksel binne. Die bagasiebak-organiseerder, Met die Diva was slegs een daarenteen, help om items wat kleur beskikbaar: oranje. in die vragdra-area geberg Nou kan kliënte kies uit een word van mekaar te skei. van vier kleure: pienk, turVroue is net so passievol oor koois, swart en wit. Die nutegnologie soos die manlike gewe Diva Deluxe se plakkers slag, en daarom bly die Diva Debuite kom dan in dieselfde luxe ook op dié front voor, komkleur as die sitplekstiksel pleet met Bluetooth, iPod-onbinne. dersteuning, ’n ingeboude GPS Nog buitekenmerke wat op die paneelbord, trukamera, die oog te vang, is nuwe haDVD/CD/MP3-terugspeler en logeen-koplampe, ’n koel USB-ondersteuning. Les bes sier-drukvin en elegante silstel ’n ingeboude hardeskyfwer deurhandvatsels. Die aandrywer die bestuurder in Daihatsu-wapen verskyn staat om tot 60 liedjies te berg. nou op die harde wielbedekEn natuurlik is die Diva se inking aan die agterdeur. trinsieke kenmerke almal Die Diva Deluxe is egter steeds daar. “Ons weet dat ons nie net ’n mooi gesiggie nie: vrouekliënte werklik die Terios veiligheidskenmerke is ook se hoë ryhoogte, goeie laaikapaverder verbeter. Daar is by- Die bestaande 1.5F petrolenjin, wat 77kW krag en 140 Nm wringkrag lewer, is be siteit en maklike parkeervervoorbeeld;kantlugsakke by- hou. FOTO: QUICKPIC moë waardeer. Vroue is veral gevoeg, wat beteken die Diva Deluxe het nou ’n totaal van vier die vermaaklikheidsentrum groot- bruik, temperatuur en tyd aandui), veiligheidsbewus, en juis daarom is lugsakke (daar is ook bestuurders- liks verbeter is. Die bestaande CAS- ’n heel nuwe paneelkassie (kompleet die veiligsheidslagie bo-oor die venen passasierslugsakke). Die deakti- KA-vermaaklikheidsentrum, wat met ’n slot en beligting), chroom- sters ook behou,” sê Perreira. Die Daihatsu Terios Diva kos slegs veringskakelaar van die passasiers- reeds baie gewild is onder kliënte, is handvatsel, ’n sonbril-houer, ’n 12 V lugsak is binne-in die paneelkassie. behou, maar twee DVD-skerms is eg- wisselstroom-sok in die bagasiebak R269 995, en dit is beskikbaar vanaf handelaars landwyd – wat ook die Addisionele veiligheidskenmerke ter nou in die kopstutte geïnkorpo- en ’n stylvolle nuwe rathefboom. Die bestaande 1.5F petrol-enjin, voertuig sal versien; elke 15 000 km sluit in ongeëwenaarde sigbaarheid reer. Die twee skerms het boonop hul reg rondom, ’n tru-kamera, ABS met eie onafhanklike draadlose oorfone, wat 77 kW krag en 140 Nm wringkrag of een keer per jaar, watter een ook EBD en Rembystand, “Breek en wat beteken agterpassasiers kan elk lewer, is behou. Dit is meer as genoeg al eerste voorkom. Die voertuig krag en wringkrag vir daaglikse ver- word gedek deur ’n drie-jaar/75 000 Gryp,” ’n botsing-sensitiewe brand- hul eie DVD’s kyk. In die praktyk beteken dit drie voerdoeleindes en dit is boonop eko- km waarborg. stof-afsluitistelsel, sitplekgordels “Ons is opgewonde oor die die sukvoor (drie-punt ELR) en ’n oog-hoë DVD’s kan tegelykertyd in die Diva nomies, wat beteken ritte na die vulremlig – een en almal kenmerke wat Deluxe gespeel word (daar is ook ’n stasie is die uitsondering eerder as ses van die Diva en, gegewe die spekvir die Diva Deluxe se vierster Euro hoof-DVD-skerm voor, wat deur die die reël. Dié enjin is aan ’n vyf-spoed trum van verbeterings, verwag ons om selfs nog meer kliënte met die nuhandratkas gekoppel. NCAP-veiligheidsklassifikasie ge- motor se luidsprekers speel). Diva-bewonderaars sal verheug we Deluxe-model te trek. Dit is werkAddisionele binnekenmerke sluit sorg het. Die binneruim pronk eweneens in die nuwe multi-inligtingskerm/ wees om te hoor dat ’n hele klompie lik ’n deluxe-aanbieding en dit is spemet ’n paar belangrike verbeterings. aanboord-rekenaar (wat brandstof- vernuwende kenmerke behou is. Dit sifiek ontwerp vir vroue,” is PerreiKlimaatbeheer is bygevoeg, terwyl omvang, gemiddelde brandstofver- sluit in daardie wonderlike hakbe- ra se gevolgtrekking.
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class: improving perfection HANJO STIER “The best car in the world.” Although Mercedes-Benz South Africa preferred to use the phrase “This changes everything” for their flagship model, the S-Class has long been the standard bearer for pioneering technology. Most of what you discover here will trickle down to other cars in a few years. This range is so successful that the outgoing model maintained its market leader position in 2012 and 2013, racking up an impressive 500 000 sales worldwide. Even more unbelievable is the fact that Mercedes-Benz has already taken 30 000 orders of the new S-Class, most without the customer even seeing the car. While some may dismiss that as madness, S-Class customers know exactly what to expect – the best levels of comfort, convenience, luxury, technology, design and efficiency. On paper, Mercedes-Benz has built exactly that into their new sedan; the only questionable aspect could be the new car’s appearance. The internally-known W222 range isn’t quite as striking as its newest siblings; the daring trend started by A-Class has gracefully bypassed the S-Class and left it looking conservative and elegant. My personal opinion is that this gamble will definitely pay off – the huge Merc looks stately and dignified in the flesh; like an S-Class should. Its interior is also a completely new design but was infused with excellent ergonomics and intuitive details. Over 100 electric motors assist in running the cabin, you may choose from multiple massages (including hot stone) or air fragrances which were specially designed for this car. Optional executive (split) rear seats can recline up to 44 degrees and obviously there’s the option of controlling all media settings from each chair. Sound comes courtesy of a
While some may dismiss it as madness, SClass customers know exactly what to expect – the best levels of comfort, convenience, luxury, technology, design and efficiency (at price!). Burmeister concert hall-grade system with front bass, which uses parts of the car’s frame for low-frequency resonance. Surround and 3D functions are optional upgrades on lesser models but all W222s get to brag with maximum screen size. There are two (yes, two!) 30,7 cm TFT monitors in the newcomer’s dashboard; one for instrumentation and trip info, the other for all multimedia and infotainment systems. Further options include text-message readouts and wireless internet via Bluetooth cellular connectivity. NVH (noise, vibration,
harshness) advances pair up with weight savings of up to 100 kg, 50% more torsional rigidity and class-leading 0,24 cd aerodynamics for even more driving comfort. There’s not a single filament (old-fashioned) light bulb in this car, even the adaptive headlights are LED and thus save up to 75% on energy consumption. The high-beam assistant will even carve a path in its rays for oncoming traffic, leaving the high beams on elsewhere for you to see well. 360-degree stereoscopic cameras monitor everything around the S-Class and can better detect pedestrians and animals, also in the dark, even taking evasive action. Coupled to the latest Distronic autonomous cruise control, stop & go pilot and steering assistance, this Mercedes is almost capable of driving itself. Engineers in Germany fiddled with a few systems and managed just that – an S-Class drove itself from Mannheim to Pforzheim along the route Bertha Benz took over a century ago. Over 20 driver assistance systems now make up Intelligent Drive, taking a further step towards accident-free driving. Another big innovation is Magic Body Control, a system which uses the cameras to scan
the road surface ahead and adjust the suspension accordingly. You read that correctly. The S-Class can detect potholes, bumps and other nasties up ahead and will make sure that they don’t bother you too much. Currently there are four engines available, the S350 BlueTEC turbo-Diesel V6 (R1 214 000), S400 petrol V6 Hybrid (R1 227 100), S500 Bi-Turbo petrol V8 (R1 564 100) and its naughty S63 AMG cousin (R2 174 000). Most are also available as long wheelbase models while the V12s are expected next year. It goes without saying that every model shows improved efficiency and performance while complying with Euro 6 emissions standards. The list of standard and optional features is just as impressive as the colour and trim combinations, plus each car is sold with Mercedes-Benz’s full six-year/100 000 km maintenance plan. I could tell you all sorts of details about our chauffeur and self-drives at the car’s launch but it would only boil down to one thing: it’s phenomenal. The new Range Rover comes close but that’s an SUV, so what you’re looking at now is the best car in the world. Galimoto Media
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Scott Ramsay on top of his beloved Ford Everest. This offroader helps him to get to exactly where he needs to be. PHOTO: QUIKCPIC
4x4-ing through South Africa’s Wilderness QUICKPIC South Africa is too beautiful for local photo-journalist, Scott Ramsay, not to share. This freelance photographer spends more than 300 days a year driving through South Africa’s protected areas in a Ford Everest, to capture the country’s most remote and exquisite natural places. The Everest is designed to be the ultimate recreational vehicle with the comfort and safety features required of a family car and the off-road competencies of a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV). Powered by a 3,0 F engine the Everest boasts plenty of torque to ensure manoeuvrability in any situation. Now currently in its second leg, Year in the Wild has seen Ramsay travel 80 000 kms in his Ford Everest, in the course of which he has so far covered over 40 national parks and provincial nature reserves in Southern Africa. “Through my Year in the Wild project, I am documenting and photographing the most special national parks and nature reserves, and ultimately inspiring other people to experience these wild places in Africa for themselves. I also interview rangers, researchers, communities and fellow travellers, to find out what makes each place unique and special, and why we should consider these protected areas worthy of conservation,” says Ramsay.
Endorsed by South African National Parks, KZN Wildlife and CapeNature, the project focuses on 45 of South Africa’s most special nature reserves and includes all 19 national parks, as well as the trans-frontier parks on the borders of the country. So far in the 2013-2014 Year in the Wild journey, he has journeyed through KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape and southern Cape The parks he has visited so far include uKhahlamba-Drakensberg, Mkambati, Dwesa, Addo Elephant National Park, Mountain Zebra National Park, Robberg Nature Reserve and Agulhas National Park “Because I travel alone, my transport must be reliable and sturdy,” says Ramsay. “I rely heavily on my Ford Everest 4x4 to get me to South Africa’s most remote and beautiful areas – which on any given day includes driving on tar, sand, gravel. rock and mud. “I’m no 4x4 expert, but I’ve driven to over 40 protected areas in southern Africa in my Everest. Of course, driving style and skill, as well as tyres and tyre pressure are critical, but so too is the vehicle. The Everest has really proven itself and has taken me to some unforgettable destinations. Through my journeys I am able to inspire others to travel, so that they too can be inspired and maybe even transformed by the precious places our country as to offer,” he concludes. The 2013/2014 Year in the Wild journey ends on 28 September 2014 in the Kruger National Park.