Grapevine Autumn Edition

AUTUMN edition

a publication for

LOOKING BACK The dawn of a new decade

VAL DE VIE ESTATE RESIDENTS

A NEW HOUSEHOLD NAME Val de Vie Properties

March 2020

SHARING INTERESTS A community of well-being

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CONTENTS

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Falling for autumn

12

Edutainment is the answer

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80 Golden years

24

The collective

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TOP 5 GOLF COURSE IN SOUTH AFRICA FOR 2018 & 2019

BY GOLF DIGEST MAGAZINE

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TOP RESIDENTIAL ESTATE IN SOUTH AFRICA 2015 - 2019

A decade of The Grapevine

BY NEW WORLD W E A LT H

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Raise a glass to life

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New stables for our trusted steeds

Torpedoing through the Estate

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You know the drill

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Learning to make a difference

Here to get you there

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ESTATE MANAGER’S REPORT

NEW YEAR NEW HUE Yes, the year of 2020 is upon us and as you settle into this autumn issue of the Grapevine, we will already be almost a quarter of the way through it and the festive season break will be a distant memory.

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or the Estate Management team, the early part of the year is highlighted by the preparation of the annual budgets, and the departmental managers are hard at work planning how to extract the best efficiencies and values from the resources available to them, whilst aiming to keep budget increases within realistic and reasonable parameters. As always,

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the three big areas - landscaping, security and infrastructure maintenance are high priorities.

With each passing year, the need to upgrade and replace aging infrastructure and equipment gains momentum and this year will be no different.

The internal link road connecting The Yard Boulevard to Pearl Valley

was opened in mid-December and has been very well received by residents. This link saves a tremendous amount of time when moving from the one side of the Estate to the other and makes the Berg River gate a much more accessible option for residents on the Pearl Valley side. At the time of writing, the civil works have been largely completed and we are awaiting installation of the access booms and road signage. The final stage of the project – landscaping of the adjacent areas – is expected to be completed during March and April, after the heat of summer

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has died down a bit. No doubt the link road will lead to increased utilisation of the facilities at The Yard as well as making the Pearl Valley Clubhouse more accessible to residents on the Val de Vie side of the Estate.

With the drought finally broken in this area of the Western Cape, 2020 will see a renewed focus on aspects of the Estate landscaping that have taken a beating over the past two years. Understandably the inability of individual residences to irrigate during the period of severe water restrictions led to a marked deterioration in most gardens and verges. With regards to the common areas and verge

trees, these were carefully irrigated with the water allocation that was available to ensure they made it through the drought. Drakenstein Municipality has since announced significant easing of the water restrictions, with the effect that garden irrigation can now take place with automated irrigation systems and hand-held hoses on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, before 10am and after 4pm. With the lifted restriction level and greatly reduced water tariffs, it is once again time to start getting our gardens back on track.

In closing, I would like to encourage each resident, young and old, to make use of the

wonderful facilities on the Estate.

Over December, the French National track cycling team made Val de Vie Estate their base for a training camp for the upcoming World Championships and the Olympic games later this year.

These young athletes stayed in the Pearl Valley Hotel operated

by Mantis and split their training between track sessions in Belville, road sessions around Paarl and gym sessions at The Yard. It is inspiring to see world class athletes training and reminds one how fortunate we are to call Val de Vie Estate home.

Till next time, may 2020 be your best year yet!

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PROPERTY

HOME-GROWN SUCCESS

We look forward to optimistically engaging the property market in 2020 with a new brand, a new Gauteng office and new team members. The year started on a high note for our team with the best January and February we have seen in three years and many potential clients visiting our office at the Berg River gate. W O R D S B Y T H E VA L D E V I E P R O P E R T I E S T E A M

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ape Winelands Properties have over the past 10 years sold over 60% of all properties on Val de Vie Estate, including developer products and resales, proving that our agents know Val de Vie best. From 1 March 2020 Val de Vie Properties will be the official on-site property agency for the greater Estate. Cape Winelands Properties will continue to focus on properties and new development opportunities located in the Cape Winelands area.

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75% SOLD

One such development is Harbour Arch, a prime opportunity to invest in Cape Town CBD’s first largescale, inner-city, mixed-use precinct.

Construction of Harbour Arch has started and will be developed using the same principles and expertise that were successfully applied at the Amdec Group’s iconic and multi awardwinning Melrose Arch precinct in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg.

For more information contact our Cape Winelands Properties Team at property@valdevie.co.za

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Expanding our national footprint, a new Cape Winelands Properties office has opened in The Club Centre in Hazelwood, Pretoria.

We welcome Berdine White and Maritha Appelgreyn who will respectively be looking after sales and rentals and office administration.

Set up an appointment with Berdine: berdine.white@valdevie.co.za

Lance Smithers joins our Val de Vie Properties team as Property Sales Intern and Gerhard Roets as Operations Coordinator.

Our Rentals team look after over one hundred properties available for rent and receive high numbers of enquiries for both long and short term rentals. One of the unique selling points we pride ourselves in, is the fact that we offer four months rental income protection to homeowners on long term rentals. Short term rentals of the Polo Village Apartments and Pearl Valley Golf Lodges have now

been consolidated on the website www.valdevierentals.co.za for a more user-friendly experience.

The Val de Vie Evergreen Clubhouse is open (read more about this and our new marketing campaign for serious Val de Vie Evergreen purchasers ‘try before you buy’ on pg. 11) and we are delighted to report that 75 out of the 81 homes in Phase One have been occupied.

The first 28 homes in Phase Two are near completion and will be launched at the end of March.

By the time this edition of the Grapevine goes to print we’ll be breaking ground on The Acres, a development in close proximity to the Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course consisting of stands from 700m² to an Acre in size (4040m²).

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LET O U R PASSI ON FOR V A L D E V I E CHANGE YOUR LIFE IN 2020

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PROPERTY

QUALITY OF LIFE Retirement at Val de Vie Evergreen just got better with a new communal space for residents.

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al de Vie Evergreen, South Africa’s most luxurious retirement village, offers an established environment for active retirees to enjoy life to the fullest.

In December 2019, the village welcomed the addition of a brand new clubhouse. This beautifully designed lifestyle centre is the perfect meeting place for residents and offers world-class facilities and amenities, including:

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AREA for regular pool, bridge,

chess or poker games.

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CHEF as well as a welcoming DINING AREA, both of which

a sense of community and provides continuous care. These are essential pillars of their Partnership for Life promise, which is a commitment to partnering with residents at every stage of their retirement journey.

Creating exceptional lifestyle centres, where residents can socialise and receive essential services, is one of the ways in which Evergreen Lifestyle fosters

Try before you buy is an opportunity for serious purchasers to experience a stay in a furnished house in Val de Vie Evergreen – experience the accommodation, enjoy the amenities at the lifestyle centre, meet the residents and participate in social events.

To find out more contact property@valdevie.co.za for more information.

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VA L D E V I E F O U N D AT I O N

THE GIFT OF GIVING

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Nothing says Christmas more than excited faces experiencing a world beyond their wildest imaginations.

Last Christmas, the Val de Vie Foundation was able to touch the lives of deserving Mbekweni children and a diverse group of choristers from the PaarlWellington area.

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THE WONDER OF CHRISTMAS: REWARDING SPORTSMANSHIP ON AND OFF THE FIELD

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artnering with Hope Through Action’s Mbekweni Centre in Paarl, 2019’s Val de Vie Foundation Christmas Party hosted 20 specially selected 8-13 year olds at the Wonderdal Edutainment Centre at Hazendal Wine Estate.

Taking a holistic approach, Wonderdal combines high-tech and virtual reality games with interactive work and play areas. The excitement built from the bus ride out of Mbekweni to the beautiful Stellenbosch winelands and then on to lunch, followed by over an hour of edutainment at Wonderdal and interactive reading, then meeting

Father Christmas for presents of backpacks with age appropriate isiXhosa books. Who knew that learning could be so much fun?

frying and blending. The Amuki provided feedback and taught their human friends how to create a balanced meal.

Wonderdal develops children’s fine and gross motor skills, as well as problem solving, and critical and creative thinking skills. The Amuki lead the young trailblazers through an awe-inspiring journey of discovery starting at Kora’s Gate, the entrance to Wonderdal.

The Mbekweni group then gathered in the cosy nooks of the Story Cave, taking a break from the buzzing activity of Wonderdal.

They listened to educational audio stories on the adventures of the Amuki and were entranced to be read to by Faye Kropf, Val de Vie Estate homeowner, from a Wonderdal library book.

As they passed through the gate, they met their Amuki guide by activating their magical bracelet.

A wondrous journey started…

First at the magnificent Kora, the Tree of Light, which grows in the middle of Wonderdal; by playing a physical hand-cycling game, they generated motion energy. The next stop was the Tinker Workshop, sheltered by Tinker Trees, offered the opportunity to experiment with different kinds of energy and engage in tinkering activities. The Wind Tunnel then gave them the opportunity to play engineer and explore the aerodynamics of their own designs.

From the Tinker Workshop they travelled to the Wonder Garden where the children encountered a fully immersive digital landscape that provided a fantastical experience of how plants grow.

They played gardener and grew different imaginary plant types.

Beyond Wonderdal the last of the adventures awaited: The Wildlands. Here the children stretched their legs in the innovative outdoor play area and engaged in various physical activities. We are so grateful to Hope Through Action and Wonderdal for making this happen.

Thank you too for all your assistance Faye. Truly a day of fun and learning to remember for us all..

I will honour Christmas in my heart and try and keep it all the year.

CHARLES DICKENS

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VAL DE VIE FESTIVE MARKET

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he Val de Vie Foundation, Paarl Valley Eisteddfod Choir and guests at the November 2019 Val de Vie Festive market joined together to celebrate the

spirit of Christmas with the singing of carols.

Fresh off their incredible debut at An Evening with Ronan Keating Event, the Paarl Valley Eisteddfod choir again delighted Val de Vie with their repertoire of Christmas Carols. These young choristers, led

by Courtrai Choir Director Caren Bosman, enchanted all with their sweet harmony.

The evening ended on a high note with the “Click Song.” A lovely memory of a special evening from a truly diverse choir showcasing the best our Valley has to offer. We at the Val de Vie Foundation are honoured to have been the catalyst in the formation of this special choir.

WE MAKE A LIVING BY WHAT WE GET. WE MAKE A LIFE BY WHAT WE GIVE

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atlego Ngwane, Val de Vie Estate homeowner, successful entrepreneur, mother and ardent supporter of the Val de Vie Foundation, is truly a rainbow in the cloud that is life for so many.

Together with New Orleans Secondary School teacher Meagan Paulse, they devised an outreach program for the school. Just under 150 needy learners were invited to complete a questionnaire on why they should be recipients of the program. Questions included academic results, family income, attendance levels and personal requirements. Thirty fortunate young learners received packs of school shoes, socks, uniforms, 14 GRAPEVINE | MARCH 2020

stationery and sanitary pads for the girls. Katlego said she was inspired to invest in these young people because: “January is difficult for many parents, given the expense of uniforms and stationery. As a parent myself and knowing that many kids in our country do not attend school because they lack the basic things they need, I wanted to assist them in being the best they can be.”

Our learners and parents are so grateful. May this initiative grow from strength to strength MEAGAN PAULSE

The things we often take for granted, someone else is praying for. The Val de Vie Foundation is so grateful for residents like Katlego. You make us so proud.

Thank you.

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GOLF

BRINGING OUR ‘A’ GAME The year ahead is about consolidating and enhancing our product offering, operating smarter than ever in the way we retain business and attract new golfers while controlling our expenses. The personal touch is key to our experience and we will be focusing hard on this element of our culture.

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he year has gotten off to a flying start as we are now fully into our busy season of the club.

We have certainly had some intense winds sweep their way through our Valley taking down several trees in the process. Despite the challenging weather conditions our course maintenance team have kept their fingers on the pulse to ensure our golfers receive the best playing surfaces.

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with the year we have had. Forecasts indicate that we should close out the financial year on just over 2000 rounds less than what we budgeted on. This is something I am really pleased about. On the revenue side we are well on track to hit budget even with less rounds being played. Building strong relationships with our tour operators has seen growth in this segment of the market. A decision to go to the International Golf Market in Marrakech last year was also a key step to growing our visitor and tour operator rounds. This year the IGTM

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will be hosted in Wales at Celtic Manor and we are already starting the planning for this one.

Golf Digest in town Earlier this year it was a great pleasure for the Estate to host the International Editor of Golf Digest Magazine, Mr. Ju Kuang Chang. Part of his reason for visiting the country is to look at a few of the top courses as possible entries into the International Top 100 courses of the world. It is a great honour to be considered for this prestigious list of courses.

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GOLF

Member Range Our member range is looking great. The grass banks have grown in and the turf has knitted well. The decision was made to use bent and cynoden, making it super hardy. The real show piece that is going to make this member range special is the shading structure on wheels which has been a big project that we took on as it is a prototype which we designed and built onsite.

A decision was also made to have an automated ball dispenser unit giving Full Golf members the freedom to serve themselves but also give better control to nonmembers using the facility.

Our Junior Programme has now launched for the year and Adrian Buchner is doing one outstanding job here. Resident member Reghard Goussard is also assisting both Adrian and Jaco Coetzee, our Golf Manager, with sponsorship initiatives and planning.

It is wonderful to have the teaching component as part of our in-house offering with James Wade as our resident Head Professional and Director of Instruction.

There is plenty planned for this year and we view golf as one of our wellness pillars on the estate.

Upcoming events Last year we were proud hosts of the BCX Supersport Shootout. A two-year contract was signed with them, so we are to host it again in May of this year. As last year was our first time hosting the event, we learnt a 18 GRAPEVINE | MARCH 2020

great deal from it. Going into this year we will be sure to give better communication to all residents and will make sure we include you in many of the decisions and logistics around the event. A special member event will take place on the Tuesday the 12th of May. The winner of that day will place in the exclusive supplier’s day on Wednesday the 13th of May which Shoona Burman won last year. There will also be two spots up for auction at this year’s Captain’s Charity to play in this prestigious event.

Clubhouse One area of the club that is in need of a little attention is our Signature Lounge. It has been a wonderful addition to the club for dinners and smaller functions but lacks as a space for golfers to enjoy after their game. The plan for this space is to look at softer and more inviting furniture, have a small service bar offering members their favourites and embrace the beautiful outside area.

The men’s locker room is also in need of a little facelift as it has been some 15 years since much was done there. Last year we managed to find the time to do the ladies locker room space, so the men’s side needs to follow suit.

Until next time.

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TOTAL LENGTH OF COURSE: Off championship tees

6749 metres Off members length

5878 metres Off senior/ladies championship

5586 metres Off ladies course

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THE 18TH HOLE PHOTOGRAPHED IN 2002 (BELOW) AND IN 2020 (LEFT)

OUR JACK NICKLAUS STATUE NEAR COMPLETION

BEARING GOLD

Widely considered as one of the greatest golfers of all time, Jack Nicklaus celebrates his 80th birthday this year.

To commemorate this milestone, a statue of ‘The Golden Bear’ will be placed at the Pearl Valley Clubhouse.

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he name Jack Nicklaus is synonymous with greatness in the sport of golf. In a career spanning five decades, this legend is one of only five golfers – Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player and Tiger Woods the others – who have won all four of golf’s modern majors, referred to as the “Career Grand Slam.” The legacy Jack has left as a professional golfer is rivalled only by the legacy he is leaving as golf course designer, businessman and philanthropist.

A round of golf on our Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course is bound to rank high on the list of any golfer. Created by one of the world’s greatest sportsmen, the name Nicklaus has long been associated with greatness on the golf course and represents superior golf course design. No other design firm has produced more world-ranked or championship golf courses than Nicklaus Design, the industry leaders.

THE GOLF LEGEND WITH MARTIN VENTER AND RYK NEETHLING

A Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course is the highest tier of design offering from Nicklaus Design and features the most extensive involvement by Jack Nicklaus, who personally directs all design-related issues and serves as promotional spokesman for the course.

Jack Nicklaus opened the course on 17 November 2003, commenting:

by mountains “Surrounded this is one of the most spectacular settings in which I have designed a golf course.

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GOLF

Why are we building golf courses? Because we enjoy being outside, bringing man and nature together.

JACK NICKLAUS

COURSE ACCOLADES: 2003

Opened by Nicklaus and the Black Knight – Gary Player

2005

Best New Golf Course of The Year 2005 by Golf Digest

2007–2009

Host of the South

African Open

‘THE GOLDEN BEAR’ AND ‘THE BLACK KNIGHT’ - GARY PLAYER PICTURED AT ONE OF THE MAJORS AND AT THE OPENING OF THE PEARL VALLEY JACK NICKLAUS SIGNATURE GOLF COURSE.

2008–2013

Five Star Golf

Experience Award

by Compleat Golfer 2014

In the world of golf, it is simply not possible to receive a greater endorsement.

Jack’s unique touch is evident throughout the course and this masterpiece is characterised by

2006–2017

Ranked among

the top ten courses

in South Africa

by Golf Digest

lush green-all-season fairways, exceptional bunkering and the clever use of beautiful water features.

Justin Rose selects Pearl Valley’s fourth hole as one of his favourite ‘Nine Holes From Around The World’, in partnership with British Airways

2017 Audubon Certification Achieved 2008–2019

Best Conditioned

Golf Course in the

Western Cape

by Golf Digest.

2018/2019

Ranked as the 5th

best golf course in

South Africa by

Golf Digest

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WELLNESS

FROM “ME” TO “WE”

A community is established when people form connections with each other through experiences, habits, like minded interests, goals and trust. At Val de Vie Estate, a great deal of focus is placed on community enriching platforms that address our wellness. W O R D S B Y T H E G R A P E V I N E T E A M

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he Global Wellness Institute defines “community” as: a group of people living in close proximity who share common goals, interests and experiences in proactively pursuing wellness across its many dimensions. A wellness community shares a certain type of lifestyle and a culture that connects people with one another.

In this day and age, to feel a true sense of belonging is critical to our wellness, because the people around us can have a direct influence on our behaviour, perspective and lifestyle.

A HAND UP, NOT A HANDOUT The old adage ‘charity begins at home’ is prevalent in the role our homeowners play in the Val de Vie Foundation. Funded through 1% of Val de Vie Estate’s land sales, 5% of all monthly levies raised from Val de Vie Phase II developments and the option for Val de Vie Phase I and Pearl Valley residents to contribute to the monthly levy donation, the Val de Vie Foundation funds youth and leadership development in our Valley.

Other fund-raising initiatives such as the annual Vodacom Shop Celebrity Golf Day and requests for donations through Vision Box and The Clothing Bank, are wholeheartedly supported by our homeowners.

Should you wish to become involved, volunteer or donate please contact lorraine.hadfield@valdevie.co.za 24 GRAPEVINE | MARCH 2020

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WELLNESS

A COMMUNITY HUB At the heart of the Estate is The Yard, a multi-purpose facility where various community related activities take place on a daily basis. A couple of very hot summer afternoons over the last few months have seen the 50m outdoor pool being utilised by young and old. Fitness inspiration continues to be found in the 1000m² gym where 7-days-a-week access is available at no additional cost to residents.

THE DIGITAL AGE A number of social media platforms exist where Val de Vie Estate residents have the opportunity to network amongst one another; sharing resources, asking for advice and engaging in communication on an open platform. Val de Vie Estate manages the ‘Val de Vie Neighbours’ and ‘Val de Vie Evergreen Neighbours’ Facebook pages and we request all residents to join the relevant platforms. The Community Portal, operated by the HOA, exists for the purpose of effectively communicating with all residents and provides a platform for sharing the most up-to-date information.

Les Aupiais, editor of Val de Vie Magazine, describes community as: Real community, people who know you by “ name, by habit; people you choose to spend face-time with, who greet your kids; people who walk your dogs for you and give you a quick call about the leaking tap they spotted when they jogged past your home? That’s unusual and a concept that seems to be lost in translation in our guarded lives.

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This offer is EXCLUSIVE to Val de Vie residents only, while stocks last. Receive FREE delivery and installation valued at R2 500. To purchase, please contact events@valdevie.co.za. T&Cs apply. These products are also www.hisense.co.za available at Tafelberg Parklands, DionWired Canal Walk and HiFi Corp N1 city.

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OH, I HEARD IT THROUGH Since 2010, The Grapevine has served as a platform for the Homeowner’s Association residents on a quarterly basis. We take a trip down memory lane at how the publication

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(HOA) to effectively communicate with Val de Vie Estate has evolved over the past decade. W O R D S B Y T H E G R A P E V I N E T E A M

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THE GRAPEVINE TEAM BOTTOM ROW: CELINE HAARHOFF, RYK NEETHLING, IZA SLABBERT, MARLI VAN SCHALKWYK; MIDDLE ROW: STEPHEN FOURIE, DINA SWART, STEPHANIE OSBORNE; BACK ROW: DANIEL SAAIMAN, SAREL GREYLING

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ESTATE

THE GRAPEVINE, THEN AND NOW

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he Grapevine Magazine is the official mouthpiece of the Val de Vie HOA and showcases the activities, news and lifestyle related to residents of the Estate.

Our editorial content includes articles, notices, social gatherings, events and local activities relevant to residents; all presented in a visually appealing and informative manner.

In previous years, production of the magazine was outsourced. Today the entire process except DID YOU KNOW? for printing is done THE GRAPEVINE IS PRINTED ON in-house by the RECYCLED PAPER Val de Vie Marketing team and includes planning and preparing content, photography, illustrations, layout design, editing, advertising sales, proofing and distribution.

The most effective way to reach the growing number of affluent residents on the estate and over 35 000 annual visitors is through advertising in the Grapevine. We thank all our loyal advertisers who have supported the publication for the last ten years.

Advertising in the Grapevine Magazine

2020 EDITIONS:

For as little as R3 825 (ex VAT) per quarter, you can advertise in the Grapevine. Send an email to marketing@valdevie.co.za to receive our latest rate card.

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COMMUNITY

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POLO CAPTAIN’S REPORT

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RIDE LIKE THE WIND We look forward to keeping you on the edge of your seats for the remainder of the season, coming to an end the last week of April.

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e are mid-season in 2019/2020 polo and it has been fantastic! Pink Polo presented by Biomedical Emporium was a huge success, albeit a nail-biting affair going into extra and time giving both players and spectators an incredible insight to what our amazing sport of kings has to offer. Thank you to all who shared this special day with us.

A Western Cape team represented by Charl Du Plessis, Marek Kanigowski, Jannie Steenkamp and Captain fantastic George Morgan was selected to take on a team from Plettenberg Bay Polo to play for the Labia cup. The Cup dates back to 1936 with enormous history of polo players and teams and it is a very special honour to do battle for this wonderful trophy. Three of the four players from the Val de Vie Polo Club were included in the team and the young

and talented Marek Kanigowski from Cape Town Polo Club. The match was a thriller, ending in a draw with the decider taking place on home turf at Val de Vie in March 2020.

The Veuve Clicquot Polo Series Invitational on the 1st of March 2020 promises to be another riveting match and event, attracting some of the best players in the country blended with our local top talent - a recipe for a polo block buster.

Remember everyone is welcome to come watch and participate in our beautiful sport. For social membership contact Riaan Marx and for polo lessons contact Kevin Rixon.

Riaan Marx: 083 230 1503 Kevin Rixon: 082 780 3950

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EQUESTRIAN

LEAD THE WAY

With the expansion of the greater Estate, the Equestrian Team is equipped to look after more of our residents’ beloved horses. W O R D S B Y T H E G R A P E V I N E T E A M

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he new stable block at the Pearl Valley Equestrian Centre has successfully been completed, and the team is ready to receive new clients looking

to stable their horses. With spacious stables and the option of paddock livery for the polo players, your livery package can be tailored to match your equestrian needs. Please contact Dominique Tardin from the Pearl Valley Equestrian Centre or Elaine Palvie from Val de Vie Stables for all livery enquiries.

Dominique Tardin: yard. managerpv@valdevie.co.za Elaine Palvie: yard.manager@ valdevie.co.za

LIVERY FOR PEARL VALLEY INCLUDES  Oat hay  Concentrates  Shavings  Groom  Stable  Tack cleaning weekly  Washing horses weekly  Tick management in tick season

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A scenic way to show your guests to beauty and magnitude of our Estate, is on the back of a horse.

The demand for outrides is picking up and is an ideal way to spend a morning or afternoon. Children are welcome as are novice riders.

Should you feel uncomfortable with riding a horse by yourself, the team has tack for riding and leading.

Our well trained, gentle horses and ponies in the company of an equestrian instructor will guide you through the Estate between vines and on sand tracks, passing some Estate landmarks and enjoying the natural splendour.

To book an outride please contact Jaen Mare Swart instructor2@valdevie.co.za

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HORSING AROUND

To enquire about photoshoots on the Estate, send an email to marketing@valdevie.co.za

TOP RIGHT IMAGE COURTESY OF MARGUERITE OELOFSE AND IMAGE MIDDLE RIGHT COURTESY OF JACQUES WEYERS.

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s part of our authentic polo heritage, our stables are used in selected photoshoots for marketing campaigns, events promotions and fashion spreads.

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RESTAURANTS

THE FINAL SIZZLE OF SUMMER As the 2019/2020 polo season comes to a close at the end of April, we look back on the Veuve Clicquot Polo Series Brunches hosted at the Polo Club over the past six months. W O R D S B Y T H E G R A P E V I N E T E A M

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here are very few brunch experiences in the Cape region that offers similar value for money than the Veuve Clicquot Polo Series Brunches hosted on Sundays at the Polo Club. Crisp Champagne, delectable food, live entertainment and a riveting game of polo under the blue Cape Winelands skies proved to be a popular Sunday outing for over 2800 guests who

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joined with family and friends over the past six months.

The Polo Club restaurant is transformed by Val de Vie Events (literally, overnight) to a Parisian Chic café with décor splashes of Veuve Clicquot yellow, Champagne flutes, flowers and umbrellas on the terraces and food stations with fresh oysters and sushi.

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From late morning to midafternoon, guests listen to the lively beats of DJ Conrad, watch fast-paced chukkas and feast on creative cuisine.

COST: R395 per person (includes a glass of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label on arrival, a gourmet brunch harvest table selection, a hot beverage and an item from the plated menu)

The final Veuve Clicquot Polo Series Brunch takes place on Sunday 26 April 2020.

Booking is essential restaurant@ valdevie.co.za

VENUE: The Polo Club restaurant TIME: 09:00 – 15:00 (Champagne served from 09:30) Children allowed (special menu available)

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That means no supermarket queues after work, no struggling to deciding what to make for dinner, and 12 exciting new recipes to try every week. Plus, everything comes pre-portioned so that no food goes to waste.

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To redeem the 30% off 4 orders promotion/offer, enter the promo code #VDV1081 in your Order Details tab when checking out. If the code is not added to your Order Receipt during signup, the promotion has not been successfully applied to your first order. The promotion and/or offer is not valid for existing customers with prior purchases. This promotion is valid for first-time customers only, ordering any meal-kit box on www.ucook.co.za. When applied, the customer will receive 30% off their first four orders. This offer must be redeemed by placing an order by 09/12/2020 at 10am and will expire at 09/12/2020 at 10am Offer limited to Val de Vie residents only. Offer may not be combined with any other sale, promotion, discount, code, credit, coupon, and/or offer. Promotions and/or offers have no cash value. Offer cannot be sold or otherwise bartered. UCOOK reserves the right to alter the conditions of this offer.

WINE

WINE ON THE WAY The Val de Vie Valley of Life 2017 Signature Blend is a celebration of diversity and brings together different varieties to form this unique Bordeaux style wine. Elegance, length and longevity make for the perfect balance in this specially crafted estate red wine. W O R D S B Y T H E VA L D E V I E W I N E M A K E R NEW RELEASE: VAL DE VIE VALLEY OF LIFE 2017 Val de Vie – or the Valley of Life as we call it – is the perfect setting to enjoy a glass of wine to celebrate life.

The world class environment we find ourselves in, is our inspiration for producing wine of the highest quality.

Origin: Wine of origin Western Cape. Grapes for the production of this classic Bordeaux-style blend originate mainly from the Stellenbosch and Darling areas.

Composition: The blend consists of Cabernet Sauvignon (46%), Merlot (36%), Malbec (12%) and Petit Verdot (6%).

ANALYSIS:

The Valley of Life 2017 is full-bodied and oak aged with a deep royal colour. A lingering finish of earthy blackcurrant nuances with notes of sweet-spice flavours make this wine a great companion to hearty dishes.

Alcohol

13,5% Vol

Residual sugar

2,5 g/l

pH

3,54

Total acid

5,9 g/l

PRICE PER BOTTLE:

R185per bottle | R1110per case (6)

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Other Wine Club member benefits: • A birthday surprise from L’Huguenot Venue & Vinoteque • An invitation to exclusive wine tasting events • An invitation to the annual ‘members only’ event at L’Huguenot Venue & Vinoteque • FREE door-to-door delivery in Val de Vie Estate • A special venue hire rate for The Tasting Room and The Vinoteque Quote your membership number to obtain these great benefits CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION: 021 876 8847 | EXPERIENCE@LHUGUENOT.COM

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

• To remain an active member of the Wine Club, a member must purchase 24 bottles of wine per year • Currently only available to Val de Vie residents • Wines purchased are not for resale

Restaurant

Specials

T H E VA L L E Y R E S TAU R A N T M O NDAYS

W E D N E S D AY S

Mom’s Night Off

Themed Evenings

18h00 - 21h30 | R95 per person

18h00 - 21h30

SATURDAYS

WEEKENDS

Sunset Sundowners

Sushi

17h00 - 21h00

Friday - 14h00 - 21h30 Saturday - 11h00 - 18h00

THE POLO CLUB RESTAURANT T U E S D AY S

WEDNESDAYS

Sushi

Argentinian Inspired Steak Nights

12h00 - 21h00 18:00 – 21:30

most

T H U R S D AY S

SUNDAYS

Sushi

Veuve Clicquot Polo Series Brunch

12h00 - 21h00

09h00 – 15h00 | R395 per person

REUBEN’S & CO CAFÈ FRIDAYS

SATURDAY

Cocktails and Tapas

Build your own waffle

16:00 – 19:00 | R150 per person

16h00 | R100 per child | 24h notice on bookings

T H E V A LLEY RES T A U R AN T

THE P OL O CLUB RE S T A U RA NT

RE U B E N’ S A ND C O C A FÈ

Sunday – 07h00-20h00 Monday to Saturday – 07h00-22h00

Monday – Closed Tuesday to Saturday – 12h00-21h30 Sunday – 12h00-16h00

Monday to Thursday – 07h00-17h00 Friday and Saturday – 07h00-20h00 Sunday – 07h00 – 17h00

021 867 8000 | restaurant@pearlvalley.co.za

021 863 6174 | restaurant@valdevie.co.za

021 863 6185 / 86 | reservations@reubenscafe.co.za

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WELLNESS

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The second edition of Torpedo Val de Vie took place on Saturday 1 February. The Torpedo Series is the South African version of the popular and fast-growing emerging global sport of SwimRun. W O R D S B Y T H E G R A P E V I N E T E A M

orpedo Val de Vie is a blue-grade race - meaning individual and non-wetsuit compulsory - and is seen as the perfect preparation for the harder black-grade races held in Cape Town and Wilderness in the latter half of the year. The route at Val de Vie Estate took athletes on an adventurous 11km course around our Estate, featuring six swims across separate lakes as a highlight.

The women’s race was won by Vicky van der Merwe from Stellenbosch who flew home in 8th overall with a time of 1:01:13.

In the men’s race, Nick Quenet continued his SwimRun dominance with an almost 10-minute lead to win in a time of 48:54.

It was not only the professional athletes out enjoying the event, the focus was on the hundreds of social athletes that take to the course to challenge themselves and enjoy this new sport. They ran, walked, jumped and swam through the delightfully hot Cape Winelands. Each swim had water safety and support and a Powerbar waterpoint at the midway point brought welcome relief.

The heat on the runs made the cooling-off swims all the more enjoyable and smiles and celebrations were aplenty on the finish line.

The day was a huge success, not only for the athletes but also for their friends and families who enjoyed the festivities on offer at the start and finish venue - The Yard.

Coinciding with Val de Vie Super-Saturdays, they enjoyed the 50m swimming pool, Reuben’s & Co Cafè, Pilates, Hip Hop dancing, football and a rugby clinic.

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SOCIAL MEDIA

LET’S GET SOCIAL

Share your stories with us and stand a chance to see your photos published in the next edition of the Grapevine. We love seeing our residents and guests enjoy life on Val de Vie Estate.

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GARDENS

BACK TO THE ROOTS As our nights become longer and cooler weather sets in, we know that autumn has arrived. For garden enthusiasts there are quite a few tasks on the “to do� list during this season of change. W O R D S B Y R U A N D U P L E S S I S

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ontrary to popular belief, plants actually grow during autumn and winter, but instead of spending energy on new leaves, flowers or fruit, they focus on establishing more roots. The soil temperature is still quite warm after the summer, therefore newly planted trees and shrubs can easily secure their roots. Roots will continue to grow throughout the winter, despite the fact that there are few or no leaves at all. By planting trees and shrubs now you can rest assured that the roots are well established by the time spring comes! I group most fynbos plants in the shrubs category. This is the perfect time to add new plants to your garden.

GLADIOLUS ALATUS

GLADIOLUS GRACILIS

Bulbs and seedlings will also be readily available at your local nursery. A few of my favourite bulbs include: Allium, Anemone, Freesia, Gladiolus, Iris, Lachenalia, Ornithogalum, Narcissus, Ranunculus and Sparaxis.

Bulbs love good soil and adding lots of well-rotted manure is a must! Stagger planting of the Anemone and Ranunculus corms for a longer flowering period.

Now is also the time to sow Poppies, Sweet peas, Lobelias and Namaqualand daisies.

LACHENALIA ORCHIOIDES

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GARDENS

PRUNING AND TRIMMING I often get asked when major pruning should take place. Although some indigenous plants love to get chopped right back in autumn, I would not suggest harsh pruning on trees and shrubs. The last thing you want is to encourage new growth and shoots which will be damaged by the cold winter weather. A good rule of thumb is to ask yourself when the plant you want to prune has its main flowering period. If it is two seasons away, then prune away, anything closer and I would advise on less cutting.

TRANSPLANTING Autumn is the ideal time to divide and replant perennials, thereby ensuring flowering in summer.

DISEASES AND PESTS Fungi | Mildew, rust and powdery mildew are just a few of the fungal infections that are rife just before winter. Treat preventatively, but if fungus is already prevalent, apply a systemic fungicide to prevent the fungi from spreading. n

TO FERTILIZE OR NOT TO FERTILIZE With new plantings, it’s important to stimulate root development by applying a highphosphate or 2.3.2 fertiliser. Steer clear of anything with high Nitrogen levels.

Fertilise your entire garden, including your lawn, bulbs and seedlings, every four weeks with an organic fertiliser containing the three most important nutrient elements: Nitrogen (N), Phosphate (P) and Potassium (K). Look for

one that also contained many of the important microelements that plants require for healthy growth, such as Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn) and Barium (B) to name but a few. Zinc is especially important as it assists plants to resist the low temperature.

Consider something like chicken manure pellets.

These products are both organic as well as the added benefit of not being strong enough to “burn” your plants.

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Insects | Snails and slugs can cause havoc in your seedling and bulb garden beds. Get rid of these munching molluscs by applying an organic snail bait in the late afternoon. n

Ants are everywhere collecting food for the winter.

To ensure that they do not hibernate in your lawn, you can get rid of them by applying an ant control agent. Certain products will destroy the nest, including the queen, within a few days. Treat the rest of your garden with a systemic insecticide that should keep insects at bay until the start of winter. Use a product that not only controls mole crickets, but also a variety of aphids and is extremely effective against the dreaded Italian cypress aphid.

Do not let the approaching winter give you cold feet when it comes to gardening. Use the last warm days to enjoy the vibrant hues of changing colours in our gardens, but also prepare for the winter and spring.

I leave you with Virginia Woolf’s thoughts about autumn. all the lives we ever lived and all the lives “toAnd be are full of trees and changing leaves. ”

FLOWER IMAGES: SIMON ALLEN

LAWNS Start to cut the lawn shorter by setting the mower blades to the lowest setting. This will encourage growth before the harsh winter season. Cooler temperatures mean there is more moisture in the ground which allows lawns to recover slightly after the hot and dry summer. You still need to feed your lawn this time of the year for a lush, green autumn lawn.

GĂĽte, a dialogue between art, culinary tradition and technical craft that takes place at Quoin Rock Wine Estate situated on the slopes of the majestic Simonsberg Mountain.

GĂĽte offers an array of experiences such as daytime gourmet picnic baskets, a six-course Journey around the World, oysters and M.C.C and the evening dining experience. gate@quoinrock.co.za | quoinrock.co..za | +27.21.888 4740 | Knorhoek Road, Stellenbosch, South Africa

WELLNESS

A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

On the 24th of January Green School South Africa celebrated its official launch. This double-medium (Afrikaans/ English), international school, located about 400m from Val de Vie Estate’s Bergriver gate promises to be a progressive school with sustainability at its core. W O R D S B Y T H E G R A P E V I N E T E A M

G ... I have visited many different places and many schools but Green School is the most unique & impressive school I have ever visited.

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reen School was started in Bali, Indonesia in 2008 and it is now expanding to New Zealand (opening Feb 2020), South Africa (Jan 2021) and Mexico (Sept 2021) as a starting point, with future expansion opportunities in the US, UK, Spain, Mauritius, Cyprus and Singapore under consideration.

Green School’s curriculum is the result of a systematic referencing of the best of international education: British, American, New Zealand and Singapore to name but a few. The school will have a strong academic foundation, and as a minimum meet the standards of the South African curriculum, but it is in its teaching methodology and approach to assessment that it will be significantly different.

“Imagine a school where innovation,

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curiosity and learning flourish.

A school in which each child’s unique talents are not only recognised but nurtured. A school that is serious about its academic standards but is a joyful place, one where the laughter of children fills the open spaces. We want to ensure that our children really understand the concepts rather than simply memorising facts to score marks.

Yes, there will be maths and spelling tests, but we are more concerned about creating a love of writing and mastering the ability to solve real life problems with the mathematical skills they have mastered.” – Andy Wood, Head of Green School The school is planning to open its doors from Kindergarten to Grade 8.

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With decades of experience and a team dedicated to making your and your family’s visit to the dentist a positive experience, toddlers to grandparents will feel safe and relaxed in this non-threatening environment.

Open Monday to Friday from 18:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 17:00. To make an appointment phone 021 023 0599. Valley Dental is located in Office 1, Unit D1 in the Polo Offices.

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two en-suite bedrooms and a separate bathroom for the fourth bedroom.

The superb quality finishes include double glazed windows, aluminum framed sliding doors, a free-standing wood burning combustion fireplace and Caesarstone work tops in the kitchen.

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The rear garden with automatic irrigation is beautifully landscaped with trees, plush green grass and fully enclosed by a boundary wall with palisades.

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ertz South Africa boasts over a hundred years of car rental excellence and believes in the value of self-drive trips, as renters are able to

reach their destination in their own time frame, without having to depend on thirdparties. To this end, they offer a diverse fleet of vehicles that will ensure the driving pleasure of residents. Their fleet includes a range of exclusive sports cars like the BMW 3 Series, the Mini Cooper Countryman, the Audi A4 and Volkswagen Polo TSI for executive clientele.

Delivery and collection can be pre-arranged upon request, making car rental convenient for residents of the Estate. For residents who prefer to be driven, Hertz is proud to offer a professional and reliable chauffeur drive service.

Their website is user-friendly and bookings can be made from your laptop, or your mobile when out and about. Their friendly call centre agents can also assist clients with bookings, tailormade to unique needs.

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Telephone number: +27 21 888 3145 Unit D3, Polo Village, Val De Vie Estate, R301 Jan Van Riebeeck Drive, Paarl, 7646s.

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Ranked by New World Wealth as the Top Residential Estate in South Africa in 2019 is a huge accolade for our security team. One of the main reasons for families moving to Val de Vie Estate is the fact that true peace of mind is afforded to every resident and our team takes great pride in upholding this sense of safety. W O R D S B Y L O U I S D E J A G E R , S E C U R I T Y A N D R I S K M A N A G E R

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e started 2020 with processes of enrolment and re-enrolment, especially in the context of contractors, which for the second year running has proven to be a great success. Alleviating long queues and stress factors at the gates, this is but one facet of the

overall and holistic improvements and innovations we have been able to introduce proportionate to the exponential growth of numbers on the estate. This, combined with our ongoing security efforts, is what has earned us the reputation as the safest estate in South Africa - an honour

which spurs us on to do even better in 2020 as challenges will most certainly not become less.

We are very fortunate to have assembled a solid, efficient and committed core security team over the years and I do not think there is much that could come our way that we will not be able to deal with. The security staff are doing a sterling job but they are sometimes the target of verbal abuse from angry visitors and residents, which is most unfortunate and unacceptable by any decent standards and won’t be tolerated.

We look forward to being of service to our valued residents in 2020.

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ESTATE FAQ’S

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q Who do I contact if

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forms should be I have Estate related submitted to Daphne. queries?

Physical enrolments A For Estate related should be scheduled matters, please contact by appointment with the HOA at hoa@valdevie.

Daphne Smith. New co.za For general Estate Tenants: Enrolment can enquiries please contact: Where are only be done after tenants Estelle.Conroy@valdevie. the HOA have been approved by co.za for all VDV enquiries offices the HOA. A criminal or Daphne.Smith@ check will be conducted, situated, and pearlvalley.co.za for all and when the results are what are the Pearl Valley enquiries. clear, the enrolment can office hours?

A Office For Golf Membership be finalised. Copies of enquiries please contact ID, rental agreement and hours: The aletia.oosthuizen@valdevie. signed Estate and pet Yard co.za rules must accompany Mondays to completed enrolment Thursdays: Q How do I update my forms. Val de Vie: 07h30 – 16h30 Tenant enrolments are personal information Fridays: managed by Estelle with the HOA? 08h00 – 16h00 A Please update your Conroy. Pearl Valley: Closed on personal information on weekends and Tenant enrolments are the Val de Vie Community public holidays managed by Daphne Portal or contact the HOA Smith. Workers: All via email hoa@valdevie.co.za with contractors, domestic workers, your latest information. gardeners, au pairs, butlers, PA’s etc, need to undergo a criminal Q How and when can I do my check before enrolment. The security gate enrolment? enrolment form must be completed A New Home Owners: and accompanied by a copy of Val de Vie: Biometric enrolment ID/passport. Valid original work forms are available from Estelle permits are mandatory for foreign Conroy at The Yard (Estelle. workers. Val de Vie & Pearl conroy@valdevie.co.za / 021-863 Valley: Enrolments are done 6128). Completed forms should be at the Registration Centre at submitted to Estelle. Pearl Valley: the Berg River gate.

Biometric enrolment forms are Office Hours: Mondays to available from Daphne Smith at The Fridays: 08h00 – 17h00 Yard (Daphne.smith@pearlvalley.

Closed on weekends and public co.za / 021-867 8000). Completed holidays

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Q How can I obtain a remote for

the inner lane booms/river-frontage gates?

A Remotes are available to residents only, at a cost of R300 each at the Registration Centre at the Berg River gate or from the HOA office at The Yard. Cash only or cost can be added on homeowner levy account.

Q How does the Estate Guest System work?

A Please visit the Val de Vie website on the HOA Internal Communication link for step-by-step instructions on how this paperless visitor enrolment system works.

Q How and when do I obtain my

post box keys?

A Val de Vie: A post box key can only be obtained after the property has been transferred into your name, during office hours at the HOA office, or on occupation of the home. New post boxes for Phase II will soon be available at The Yard. Arrangements will be made for delivery to your home until the new boxes are installed. Pearl Valley: Please request keys for your post box from Maurice Haupt at Maurice-ryan.haupt@ valdevie.co.za What is my postal address?

Val de Vie: Your Erf number, Val de Vie Estate, Kliprug Minor Road, Paarl 7646 Pearl Valley: Erf number, Pearl Valley, Paarl, 7646.

Q How often is postage sorted?

A Post is sorted as and when received

from the SA postal services.

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ESTATE FAQ’S

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS arrangements for home content delivery or removal?

A Yes. Please complete the furniture removal indemnity form available from the security main gates prior to arranging your delivery or removal.

Q How do I apply for a dustbin?

A Val de Vie and Pearl Valley: It

is the homeowner’s responsibility to apply for a dustbin once Drakenstein occupation is issued.

Use your stand number (SG) as reference and contact 021-807-4715.

Please contact maintenance for any enquiries – Lindy Stemmet on Lindy.Stemmet@valdevie.co.za / 021 863 6122 Q When is refuse collected?

Val de Vie and Pearl Valley: A Household refuse and recycling is done weekly on a Wednesday by the Drakenstein Municipality.

Garden refuse is collected by Servest on Fridays.

Q Does the Estate provide for

recycling?

A Val de Vie forms part of the municipal door-to-door recycling service. Each week, on the same day as your refuse removal, your recyclable material will be collected.

First time users can collect a bag from the security gates to start off with. Place next to your refuse bin for collection. Home owners can also make use of the paper and glass banks at the Maintenance Centre.

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Pearl Valley has its own recycling unit situated behind the post box building at the main entrance of the Estate.

Q How do I gain access to the

privately owned golf carts?

A Privately owned golf carts used on the Estate must be electric and in the standard manufactured colours (green or beige). If you intend to use the golf cart on the golf course, it must be silver in colour. All carts must have a decal sticker with the applicable SG/ Erf /lodge number.

Decal stickers can be ordered with Jaco at Jaco.coetzee@pearlvalley.co.za at a cost of R160. Gold stickers will be issued for Val de Vie residents and silver for Pearl Valley to eliminate confusion between house numbers.

picnic areas?

A Val de Vie: The picnic area is located on the banks of the Berg river, on the northern side of the Estate. Access to the river frontage and the picnic area is controlled, and only permitted to residents via pre-programmed remote controls (with the same remote as for inner lane booms). Access is permitted Q Is there WiFi in the Pearl Valley via three gates – the southern gate, the gate at the picnic area and the Clubhouse and Polo Pavilion?

A Yes, there is free northern gate. Access is limited to non-motorised WiFi available, but the transport, during daylight restaurants are not to be Q How hours only. Pearl Valley: used as an office space. many pets are The Boma is available to Please respect the usage allowed? all residents. If you plan to of this facility. use the Boma please check Q What do I do if I with Daphne Smith at daphne.smith@pearlvalley. need to do renovations co.za if the facility is not to my home?

A Any work involving booked exclusively.

Please building, renovations, Q Can anyone make refer to the water tanks and artificial use of the Equestrian Estate Rules grass will require plans to Centres? applicable be submitted to the HOA A Yes, please discuss your to your Building Control Officer. neighbourhood Please contact stabling requirements and or contact the BCO@valdevie.co.za – enquiries contact Yard.

Compliance for assistance managerpv@valdevie.

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WHAT’S ON IN THE WINELANDS MARCH

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 | Rock it Tuesday Outride hosted by Paarl Adventure Trails 6 & 7 | Pumpkin Fun Day at Babylonstoren 6, 13, 20, 27 | Pizza n Wine Fridays at Perdeberg Winery 6, 13, 20, 27 | Friday Steak Night Special at Faber at Avondale

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Farmer’s Market at Windmeul Cellar 7 | Full Moon Picnic at Afrikaanse Taalmonument 7-8 | Run the Vines and Tread the Grapes Festival at Mellasat Vineyards 8 | Field to Feast at Faber at Avondale Super Moon Hike at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate

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12 | “Master meat alongside our head

butcher” Workshop at Babylonstoren

4 | Windmeul Cellar Farmer’s Market

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13 | Hero Night Series hosted by Hero Adventure at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate

8 & 15 | “Explore the world of olives” Workshop at Babylonstoren

Hero Night Series hosted by Hero Adventure at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate

18 “Gain confidence in the kitchen with herbs” Workshop at Babylonstoren 21 | Stargazing Picnic at Afrikaanse Taalmonument 25 & 26 | “Craft your own homemade soaps” Workshop at Babylonstoren

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Winemakers Dinner at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate 28 | Armand Kook Kaal at Cascade Country Manor

APRIL

1 | “Having fun with indigenous bulbs” Workshop at Babylonstoren

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17 | Hero Night Series hosted by Hero Adventure at Spice Route 2 | “Do your own distilling” Workshop at Babylonstoren “Capture the season’s scents with fragrant herbs” Workshop at Babylonstoren

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2 | Farmer’s Market at Windmeul Cellar 6 | “Get funky with fermentation” Workshop at Babylonstoren Mother’s Day at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate

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10 | Mother’s Day Lunch at Faber at Avondale

20 | “Broaden your gardening horizons with indigenous trees” Workshop at Babylonstoren 27 | “Combat garden pests naturally” Workshop at Babylonstoren JUNE

1 | Farmer’s Market at Windmeul Cellar

19 The magical world of mushrooms workshop at Babylonstoren Every Saturday: Paarl Parkrun at Paarl Arboretum For more familyfriendly inspiration visit our website on www.paarlonline.com or follow us on social media at @visitpaarl.

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8,15,29 | Veuve Clicquot Polo Series Polo Brunch @ Polo Club Restaurant

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27 | Friday Wine Sales at L’Huguenot Cellar with live music sponsored by Sotheby’s International Realty APRIL

5, 12, 19 | Veuve Clicquot Polo Series Polo Brunch @ Polo Club Restaurant

Every Sunday: Myrun at The Yard (Starting at 08h00)

Every Wednesday: Argentinian Inspired Steak Nights @ Polo Club Restaurant.

Booking Essential For detailed information visit www.valdevie.co.za and social media sites.

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• Presenting Fun & Games • Shoe Box Projects

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• Financial contributions www.andrewmurray.org.za • Sports Fund If you want to do so, please contact Karen Petersen • Weekend and holiday parents • Presenting Fun on & Games 021 8733834/5 or send an email to • Toiletry & Stationery Drive • Shoe Box Projects info@andrewmurray.org.za www.andrewmurray.org.za • Mentorship & Bursary Fund • Inheritance

If you want to do so, please contact Karen Petersen on 021 8733834/5 or send an email to info@andrewmurray.org.za

THE HANDY NEW DASH-E ESTATE CADDIE 4 ELECTRIC CAR IS AN AMAZING ESTATE DRIVE-AROUND Versatile and cost-efficient, the new Estate Caddie 4 features best-in-class ground clearance, seatbelts, brake lights, wide tyres with alloy rims, halogen headlights, bright indicators, high-quality North American-made long-lasting plug-and-play batteries. A USB charging port and Bluetooth media come standard.

With an Estate Caddie 4 you’ll never have to worry about how to get to your friends’ braai down the road, the clubhouse, golf course or running an errand in your estate.

FOR SALES AND SERVICE CONTACT:

SALES@STARELECTRICCARS.CO.ZA | 076 415 9400 DASHELECTRIC.CO.ZA

ESTATE

LANDSCAPING THEN

NOW & THEN LANDSCAPING NOW THE POLO CLUB RESTAURANT NOW THE POLO CLUB RESTAURANT THEN

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Take a walk with us down memory lane. Here are a few snap shots from 2007 untill now.

WORDS BY THE GRAPEVINE TEAM

RENIER SWART

MORNÉ BOSCH HANDING OVER A PRIZE TO THE WINNING POLO TEAM THE POLO PAVILION THEN

POLO IN THE EARLY DAYS

POLO EVENT THEN

KEVIN RIXON AND RYK NEETHLING

PINK POLO NOW

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ESTATE

GRANT DE WET

MARLENE AND MICHIEL SCHARRIGHUISEN

SOME OF THE FIRST RESIDENTS

INDYA-SAGE DE WET, 4 YEARS OLD

NICOLETTE JONAS AND SIMONÉ DE WET ROBERT DU PREEZ

SPORT AND LEISURE CENTRE THEN

SPORT AND LEISURE CENTRE NOW VAL DE VIE ESTATE NOW

SAREL ROSSOUW AND MARTIN VENTER

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With over 250 elite homes completed on Val de Vie Estate, Val de Vie Construction prides itself on upholding a standard of sheer luxury, superior quality and finishes, flexibility, complete transparency and consistent client communication. Your dream home in the winelands awaits.

DIRECTORY

Val de Vie Estate HOA ENQUIRIES

RYK NEETHLING LEARN

FIRE DEPARTMENT

PAARL TOURISM

021 863 6128 hoa@valdevie.co.za

TO SWIM SCHOOL

021 872 2323 021 887 4446

021 872 4842

FIRE AND RESCUE

TOURISM

EMERGENCY

021 876 3603

POLO

Kevin Rixon, 082 780 3950 ON-SITE SALES OFFICE

Cape Winelands Properties 021 863 6105 property@valdevie.co.za L’HUGUENOT VENUE & VINOTEQUE

021 876 8847 orders@lhuguenot.com experience@lhuguenot. com POLO CLUB RESTAURANT

021 863 6174 restaurant@valdevie.co.za REUBEN’S & CO CAFÉ

Joné van Heerden 073 458 3890 valdevie@learntoswim.co.za GYMS

Val de Vie Lifestyle Centre & Pearl Valley: gym@valdevie.co.za The Yard: info@ fitlifetraining.co.za

FRANSCHHOEK

021 872 2323

POST OFFICE

087 057 5900

Rembrandt Building, 57 Lady Grey St, Paarl 021 872 5337

PAARL HOSPITAL

DRAKENSTEIN

EVENTS

021 860 2500

MUNICIPALITY

021 863 6191 / 81 / 31 events@valdevie.co.za

PAARL MEDI CLINIC

MARKETING

021 863 6210 / 6211 marketing@valdevie.co.za VAL DE VIE EVERGREEN RECEPTION

021 001 3581

IMMEDIATE MEDICAL RESPONSE

021 807 8000 WATER/ELECTRICITY

021 807 2557

021 807 4500 DRAKENSTEIN WASTE REMOVAL QUERIES

021 807 4708

TRAFFIC DEPARTMENT

021 872 4755

ASG THE BIKE STORE

021 879 0281 info@asgsport.co.za

ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Boulevard Animal Hospital: 021 863 3187 Wellington: 021 873 1196

021 863 6185 / 86 reservations@ reubenscafe.co.za

yard.manager@valdevie. co.za

BUILDING DEPARTMENT

SAPS PAARL

021 863 6127 kobus.rossouw@valdevie. co.za

021 807 4000

VETERINARIAN

SAP FLYING SQUAD:

Dr Deon van Tonder 083 631 4603

EQUESTRIAN & STABLES

GENERAL

LA MAIN LAUNDRIES

076 660 7265 vdv@lamain.co.za VALLEY BARBER CLUB

10111

079 561 8850 hello@ valleybarberclub.com GATEHOUSES

PEARL VALLEY RECEPTION

ESTATE SECURITY

021 867 8000

CONTROL ROOM / OFFICE

ON-SITE SALES OFFICE

021 867 1201 ControlRoom@pearlvalley.co.za

Cape Winelands Properties (Golf Clubhouse) 021 863 6105 property@pearlvalley.co.za

EQUESTRIAN

yard.managerpv@valdevie.co.za

Val de Vie Main 021 863 6110/6138 Berg River 021 867 6102/6101 Pearl Valley 021 867 3266 TACTICAL TEAM (EXTERNAL ESTATE PERIMETER ARMED TEAM)

071 277 5249 | 082 286 5845 24/7 SHIFT MANAGER

082 323 3387

THE VALLEY RESTAURANT & BAR

PEARL VALLEY JACK NICKLAUS

021 867 8046 restaurant@pearlvalley.co.za

SIGNATURE GOLF COURSE

ESTATE SECURITY EMERGENCY

The Golf Shop 021 867 8045

072 900 3954

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ICON MADE BY FLATICON.COM/FREEPIK

Pearl Valley Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course