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Editor’s exclusive CARLA REDELINGHUYS
Coincidence? I think not
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y first job many, many years ago was working for a property development company. One of my duties was driving around the suburbs of Cape Town, looking for viable properties for the company to buy. I have no idea why they asked me to do that – my knowledge of commercial and industrial units was dangerously limited, but I always enjoyed looking at the different buildings and the areas they were in.
at suburbs around Cape Town where I could move my growing family to. After finding the perfect house in the perfect suburb (for my needs, at least), I found out that I had been appointed the new editor of Neighbourhood – and that the offices were in the very suburb I was moving to. I think it’s fair to say that it was serendipitous. I now get to write and read about beautiful properties every day. And what’s better than that?
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A manor for all seasons A new Franschhoek guesthouse is already a gourmet dining destination WORDS: KIT HEATHCOCK
I didn’t stay at the company for long; publishing called and I moved on. But my love of beautiful houses remained. A few months ago I started looking
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What’s good?
In the East City What? Afrique mon desir
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When and where? 18 to 20 October at 8pm, 20 October at 4pm at The Fugard Theatre
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aurinda Hofmeyr and the Afrique mon désir Ensemble star in the David Kramer-directed Afrique mon désir, which returns home after wowing audiences abroad. Hofmeyr and an ensemble of musicians and singers from Cape Town and West Africa combine exhilarating rhythms with Francophone poetry, exploring themes of displacement and longing. More information: bit.ly/2PwaA04
he great thing about the “restaurant with rooms” tradition in the UK and Europe is that the food leads the way. Diners flock from afar to the lure of a fabulous meal based on the chef’s reputation, the rooms being the icing on the cake, a comfortable refuge to save you from driving home afterwards. Le Petit Manoir channels this spirit in a prime location on Franschhoek’s main street with a beautifully curated contemporary guesthouse and a menu worth travelling for. Serendipitously, chef Kevin Grobler, then head chef at Michelin-starred restaurant Jan in Nice, was already thinking of moving back home, when the owners of Le Petit Manoir were searching for the right chef. Everything quickly fell into place, and soon he’d swapped the French Riviera for the mountains of Franschhoek, meeting local suppliers and
building his menu around the best of what they offer. “I’m trying to keep it simple; let the produce do the talking,” says Kevin. “We’ve got amazing produce in South Africa.” His à la carte menu balances the techniques and complexity of fine dining with a refreshingly uncluttered approach. The braised beef shortrib is a case in point – a simple plating of a cube of beef, disk of kohlrabi and quenelle of kale and mustard green pesto – but the intensity of each element – the beef essence concentrated after a three-day cooking process, as is the jus, mellow-grilled kohlrabi, and rich pesto complementing both – makes it a substantial and satisfying main. Mackerel with calamari and smoked
mussels was a revelation, served on a mound of glorious fennel chutney and pickled fennel surrounded by burnt onion broth with dashi. The rich fish and lively fennel was a memorable combination, one to go back for. Our dessert of whiskey tart with real honeycomb and salted caramel was a delicious finale. Our only regret was that we were visiting for lunch, so we had no excuse to book into the luxurious upstairs rooms and wake up to sample the tempting breakfast menu (breads, croissants and pain au chocolat are baked in-house), and indulge in room service on the balcony, overlooking the lawns of the historic Dutch Reformed Church and glorious mountain backdrop.
In the V&A Waterfront What? Wade Bales Cap Classique and Gin Affair
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When and where? 27 to 28 October from 1pm to 5pm at the Grand Africa Café & Beach
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elebrate the start of summer by sipping the finest bubbly – from the likes of Graham Beck, Steenberg, Simonsig, Tanzanite, Boschendal and Silverthorn – and sampling the coolest local craft and international gins, with producers present to share their knowledge and unique insights.
In and around Cape Town What? shnit Worldwide Shortfilmfestival
When and where? 18 to 28 October at Zeitz MOCAA, The Labia Theatre, Alexander Bar & Theatre, the Raptor Room, and Bertha House
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ow in its ninth year, shnit provides a platform for local filmmakers to share their stories, reach international audiences, and compete in both the South African and international competitions. Cape Town will showcase 135 films, 35 of which have been made by South African filmmakers. More information: bit.ly/2A3Ximm PUBLISHED BY TIMES MEDIA PROPERTY PUBLISHING 1st Floor, Block H, Sable Square cnr Bosmansdam and Ratanga roads Milnerton, Cape Town
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Winning the inaugural competition gave me the impetus to further enhance my career... TINASHE NYAMUDOKA
The Oscars of the hotel world Distell Inter Hotel Challenge WORDS: BELINDA MOUNTAIN
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n August the winners of the sixth annual Distell Inter Hotel Challenge were announced during a glamorous ceremony at the Belmond Mount Nelson. These hospitality industry awards were founded by dynamic duo Annette Kesler and Chania MorrittSmith, aiming at mentoring promising South African talent. “Tourism employs more people than the mining sector and continues to grow,” said Minister of Tourism Derek Hanekom, who attended the event. The primary objective of this competition is therefore to create and sustain a strong national base of top-quality chefs, bakers and wine stewards, through a rigorous mentorship programme. After six months of workshops, lectures and cook-offs, awards are given in categories such as Chef of the Year, Mentor of the Year, Most Promising
Baker, Best Menu Presentation and Wine Steward of the Year. Annual winners then go on to make a name for themselves, such as Tinashe Nyamudoka, head sommelier, The Test Kitchen. “Winning the inaugural competition gave me the impetus to further enhance my career, and the recognition allowed me to get more opportunities,” he comments. It also helps them to dream bigger, says Gizelle Els, who was the runnerup Best Chef in 2016 and 2017. She says the competition opened doors for her internationally, when she was offered the opportunity of a lifetime: a three-year contract at Michelin Star Hotels in the NH Hotel Group. “I will always remember where my roots are in South Africa and the mentorship that Jean-Pierre de la Motte provided during my culinary traineeship,” she says. She’s now gaining invaluable
experience under chef Arturo Dalhuisen at The White Room, learning about food preparation and plating to world-class Michelin standards. But it’s not only about nurturing promising stars, it’s about continuing the cycle of mentorship, says Ndaba Dube, Square Restaurant manager, The Vineyard, who won 2nd runner-up Best Wine Steward in 2014. “Personally I grew in confidence, which helped me become a better ambassador for the hotel. What then stood out was that my role changed from being a mentee to a mentor,” he says, which has been hugely fulfilling for him. After all, as organiser Kesler says, “The hotel industry is the heartbeat of tourism”, and these awards make a tangible difference towards maintaining high standards in an industry that is crucial to the future of South Africa’s economy.
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Vondeling | 021 869 8595 | vondelingwines.co.za Strandveld Vineyards | 028 482 1906 | strandveld.co.za Waverley Hills | 023 231 0002 | waverleyhills.co.za
Floral fantasies Raise a glass to the Cape Floral Kingdom with these flora-friendly finds WORDS: RICHARD HOLMES
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inemakers have long given credit to indigenous fynbos for the role it has to play in crafting great wine, whether it’s pungent buchu-imbuing vineyards with wild and herbaceous notes, or fynbos corridors providing safe harbour for the natural predators that keep vineyards free of disease. Across the Winelands, it’s a key element of the Cape’s unique terroir. Happily a handful of winemakers are giving fynbos its due, naming their wines in honour of the unsung bossies that play their own small part in crafting the Cape’s fine wine. If a celebration’s in order, then it should begin with the Strandveld Vineyards Skaamgesiggie Pinot Noir Brut Rosé. This delicious Méthode Cap Classique is named after the rare Protea pudens, endemic to the hills of the Overberg. Flowering in the winter, it’s also known as the bashful sugarbush, due to the fact that its flowers face the ground, not the sun… all to make life easier for the mice that pollinate the flowers. Made from 100% Pinot Noir, this bubbly boasts a fine mousse and wonderful palate of strawberries, cherry and toasty brioche. Over on the borders of the Swartland, the Paardeberg is home to the rare
and endemic Babiana noctiflora, its delicate yellow flowers releasing a heady scent at night to attract moths. It was the perfect inspiration for the Vondeling Babiana, a delicious Rhône-style white blend with a palestraw colour to match its namesake. Winemaker Matthew Copeland builds the Babiana on a foundation of Chenin Blanc, sourced from lowyielding, 30-year-old vineyards, with the inclusion of Viognier, Roussanne and Grenache Blanc for aromatics, body and freshness. No surprise that the 2016 vintage bagged a five-star rating in the Platter’s Guide this year. In the Breede River valley the organic winery of Waverley Hills is keenly aware of the importance of fynbos, and nearly 20% of the estate is set aside for conservation. A labelling revamp put fynbos front and centre, along with the Cape sugarbird (Promerops cafer) that is essential for pollinating many species of protea. If you’re new to their range, start with the delicious Waverley Hills Grenache. Single-varietal Grenache is growing in popularity, and the herbaceous fynbos notes here are neatly balanced by the addition of small portions of Shiraz, Mourvèdre and Viognier for spice and aromatics.
My business neighbourhood Fashion and corporate clothing designed and made at Billy Now in Woodstock WORDS: KIT HEATHCOCK
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illy Now encompasses a fashion line of vintage-inspired classic designs, Billy Now Corporate, an upmarket corporate-wear section, and Billy XL, a ready-to-wear collection for “bigger and stronger men”. Owner and bespoke tailor Adrian Heneke tells us more. Q: How did your business start? A: W hen I sold my previous fashion retail brand, bluecollarwhitecollar, I noticed there was a huge gap in the market for quality, upmarket corporate wear. I wanted to offer a locally produced product with better fit, fabric and detail; and use my fashion background to add a bit more flair and edge to the corporate-wear game.The name Billy comes from a bespoke pattern I developed for a client a few years back. He was a slightly bigger gentleman; instead of writing 5XL on the pattern, I wrote his name, Billy. It’s become part of what I do, offering a designer shirt range for big and tall guys called Billy XL (Extra Love for big guys). Billy Now Corporate wear is our main business, catering to small restaurant groups and boutique hotels, and Billy Now is our fashion offering, to keep myself in touch. It’s also my fun outlet, doing all the crazy things that pop into my head. Q: Why did you choose Woodstock to set up shop? A: It’s smack bang in the centre of the
creative clothing hub of the city and all my suppliers and service providers are in the area, plus some great coffee spots and other entrepreneurs. We all support each others’ businesses, so it’s the ideal area to operate from. Q: How did you find your premises? A: It was luck, really, and also speaking to the right people. It’s close to the Biscuit Mill where I trade with my fashion brand Billy Now each Saturday at the Neighbourgoods Market. My persistence paid off and I was rewarded with great studio space. Q: Why are the premises ideally suited to your business? A: It has wooden floors, high ceilings and a bit of an honest retro feel about it, which helps in the overall creative experience. Q: Who are your neighbours? A: Luke Dale Roberts’ restaurants, The Test Kitchen and The Pot Luck Club, Espresso Lab, and Blood Sweat & Polony graphic design studio.
and see physical samples rather than buying from a catalogue. Saturdays at the Neighbourgoods Market are manic with about 2,000 to 3,000 people passing through the area. Q: Do you have any expansion plans? A: I’m looking at setting up a studio or showroom in Joburg in the future and possibly doing trade shows in Europe and the USA to promote exports of well-made South African products. Q: Do you operate online as well? A: We’ve just launched an online site, which is still quite new, but developing slowly as we grow the brand. Q: What’s your most popular item? A: We make great quality corporate shirts, tees, golfers, etc. and the Frankie Apron has been a big hit, made of denim and leather and personalised for our clients’ branding.
Q: What are the rental/sales prices like in this area? A: I think it’s reasonable for the space, but the area is getting more expensive as it’s being developed.
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Tyson Properties bags another international award
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lobal Brands Magazine, a leading international publication providing opinions and news about top brands across the globe, has announced that Tyson Properties has won its Most Trusted Real Estate Brand Award for 2018.
performance excellence in the financial, hospitality, lifestyle, automobile and technology sectors. The awards also aim to identify and create awareness about the significance of exceptional service delivery.
“This comes at a time when we have even bigger news – sometimes numbers speak louder than awards and, over the past financial year, we achieved 100% growth despite the very flat market,” says Tyson Properties’ MD Chris Tyson.
Every year, nominations are accepted from different countries and regions. More than 7,000 companies were evaluated for the 2018 awards.
The Most Trusted Real Estate Brand Award was just one out of two awards in the property category presented to South African companies. The UK-based Global Brands Awards were established to recognise
Already the market leader in the KwaZulu-Natal market, Tyson Properties is making meaningful inroads into both the Western Cape and Gauteng markets which it entered simultaneously in 2015. Every year, it has exceeded its forecasts, grown its footprint, and increased its market share, according to Tyson.
Property prices for commercial and industrial-zoned and serviced land seems to be maintaining their value with no notable reduction in prices, even commanding extremely high prices in Cape Town and in the prime areas of Joburg. We noticed that commercial and industrial investment properties with good leases in place are also holding their value in this market. JOHN WHALL, CEO, HEARTWOOD PROPERTIES
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Storage wars – the latest emergent trend
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he demand for selfstorage space has grown exponentially in recent years, with most of the conveniently situated facilities already full. Chris Cilliers, CEO and principal, Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty Winelands, says the shortage persists despite a number of new facilities becoming available. “The growing shortage of development land in densely populated areas and cities in particular, has resulted in changing housing trends with more compact homes being built. Smaller homes usually have less storage space and only one garage. Another contributing factor is the inevitable downscaling of residential accommodation
resulting from the economic crunch, as well as increased downsizing by empty-nesters,” he explains. Unlike new residential developments, which require large tracts of vacant land, there are still ample suitable locations that can easily be converted to storage facilities. “Any industrial or commercial areas close to town centres are ideal for such properties and in more built-up locations, old office blocks and commercial buildings are being converted,” Cilliers says. According to lead auctioneer and director of The High Street Auction Company Joff van Reenen, they have seen a significant increase in demand for such properties. “Stock is scarce,
especially in densely populated areas and when they do come onto the market – old or new – they get snapped up quickly. We are finding that demand is greatest in CBDs and the high-density, higher LSM residential markets where people can afford to pay for storage of goods they don’t often use.” And in a property market that has been in the doldrums for some time, this is one sector that offers prospective investors a promising return. “If a storage unit is in a well-positioned area it can be a good investment as it’s cheap to maintain with little or no water usage, little electricity required and security the only real priority. It can offer a great rental return with a low expense cost,” he concludes.
Multi-national company earmarks Umhlanga Arch as its new home
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ollowing the residential sell-out success of Umhlanga Arch, the office space are filling up just as fast. Multiply Group, a global investment company, has announced that it is set to make Umhlanga Arch’s state-of-the-art, 1,500m² office their new South African headquarters. This space showcases the best of KwaZulu-Natal views, in particular, 180° sea views accentuated by floor-to-ceiling glass windows.
“We always knew that this move was going to happen when the Umhlanga Arch launched, as it is undeniably a unique concept for Durban. The development is positioned in one of the fastest growing hubs in South Africa, it has aligned itself with global trends, provides unobtrusive security and integrates state-ofthe-art technology,” explains Craig Coombe, CEO, Multiply Group. With a unique high-street retail area, and the presence of the
Hilton Hotel and residential suites, the Umhlanga Arch offices will truly be unlike any other offering within Umhlanga Ridgeside. As it stands, there are limited office space remaining to purchase or let, with floor plates of 600m². With construction expected to be complete by mid-2020, the Umhlanga Arch appointed construction team continues to work full steam ahead to ensure that a high standard and unique edge is delivered.
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Seaside retreats Discover our top choices in beach holidays WORDS: KIT HEATHCOCK
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Stilbaai is our favourite seaside escape. The beaches are calm, there are wonderful little treasures around every cove, animals to discover, and the river outlet is wonderful to swim in. There are so many activities to do and places to explore, the kids are kept busy all the time. It’s so relaxing. CHANTAL DE LA HOGUE
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rom the wild Atlantic beaches of the West Coast to the balmy sub-tropical beaches of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa is blessed with an incredibly varied coastline. Many of us return to the same favourite spot year after year, but perhaps it’s time to explore and discover a new soul-restoring escape ruled by the rhythm of the tides, barefoot walks, and shell-seeking on long sandy beaches. Here are a few away-fromit-all gems that we fell in love with:
Romantic escapes • At the edge of the fishing village of Paternoster on the West Coast, Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel looks out over the long beach and neighbouring nature reserve. It’s an ideal couples’ escape with elegant uncluttered beach style and plenty of luxury, plus the joys of excellent cuisine at chef Garth Almazan’s Leeto Restaurant in-house. • Hidden in lush coastal vegetation south of Durban, above the sandy beach and warm Indian Ocean in the Trafalgar marine protected area, Days at Sea is a five-star beach lodge with just six suites and a chic artlover’s sense of style. Lazing by the pool to the gentle murmur of waves below, sundowners on the beach, leisurely dinners and fine wine make for a magical beach hideaway.
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• For the ultimate wilderness beach getaway, Thonga Beach Lodge in the remote iSimangaliso Wetland Park in KwaZulu-Natal is an all-inclusive lodge setup where you can track turtles, scuba and snorkel on the shallow reefs, kayak to see hippos,
and enjoy forest and beach walks in pristine, protected landscapes.
Family resorts Resorts and away from it all, don’t always go together, but here are three gems that combine the two. • Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa on the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape enjoys a stunning remote setting on the river mouth with the Indian Ocean just over white sand dunes, with individual thatched bungalows set in indigenous gardens. Fishing expeditions, swimming in the river, dolphinor whale-spotting and beach time are supplemented by organised kids’ activities and a dedicated spa. • Pumula Beach Hotel at Umzumbe, KwaZulu-Natal, gives directly onto the blue-flag beach with so much for kids to do that you might not see them all day! For a family holiday with kids of varying ages, from teens to toddlers, it’s a comfortable and relaxing stay and has everything from interleading rooms and child-minding services, to adaptable chefs catering to special dietary needs. • Giving directly onto a Knysna Lagoon beach near the Heads, Under Milkwood self-catering chalets are an ideal spot for a peaceful family holiday. Sun loungers, kayaks and paddle boards await on the beach and when the tide is out, there’s a wide stretch of sand for kids to play. There are 16 comfortable log chalets where a self-catering
kitchen means Le Creuset and a daily house-keeping service.
Private retreats For a total escape and privacy, you can’t beat renting a holiday home.
• Perfect Hideaways have made an art out of discovering the best private beach retreats, each with their own style, character and plenty of comfort. At The Sound in Yzerfontein you step directly out from the French doors of the large living room onto the quiet end of the sandy beach. • Summerhill outside Stilbaai is totally away from it all – perched above a deserted sand beach in a fynbos reserve, it runs off solar power and you need a 4x4 to get there. • Soul Arch in Plettenberg Bay is hidden away between sand dunes from a lovely local beach, with views over the vlei, ideal for swimming, chilling and surfing. • On the KwaZulu-Natal Dolphin Coast, No 37 is a gorgeous Sheffield Beach villa with ocean views, direct beach access to sand and rock pools, and natural bush surroundings. • For luxury beach houses at Kenton-on-Sea in the Eastern Cape, The Oyster Collection have you covered. The Oyster Box Beach House has stunning views over the river mouth and beach, while Driftwood and the Boat Shed are two more beautiful seaside houses close to the beach.
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HOTELS AND RESORTS: • Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel www.strandloperocean.com
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• Days At Sea www.daysatsea.co.za • Thonga Beach Lodge www.thongabeachlodge.co.za • Pumula Beach Hotel www.pumulabeachhotel.com • Umngazi River Bungalows and Spa www.umngazi.co.za • Under Milkwood www.milkwood.co.za
PRIVATE HOLIDAY RENTALS: • Perfect Hideaways www.perfecthideaways.co.za • The Oyster Collection www.oystercollection.co.za SOUL ARCH
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Retirement and the levy question In retirement villages, levies vary dramatically depending on the services offered… in particular, the level of nursing or medical care WORDS: ANNE SCHAUFFER
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t’s not wise to view retirement as the next, even last, phase in life. Our extended longevity means retirement consists of a number of phases, and due to medical intervention, the pace of deterioration in the last phase of life seems to be lengthening dramatically. “This is the phase that is so extremely expensive – it exhausts financial resources faster than almost any other event in life,” says Paul Rosenbrock, director, SA Association of Retired Persons (SAARP). Rosenbrock’s a firm exponent of retaining independence by moving early into your choice of retirement village – he urges retirees to explore all options, comparing apples to apples financially and otherwise, and choosing a home which ticks their particular boxes. He places special emphasis on doing homework, particularly financial, before getting involved in anything.
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This is always a tricky one. Rosenbrock says, “A single generic problem facing all retirement village developments – in fact, retirement as a general concept – is that over a protracted period, many people are faced with the problem of increasing expenses versus inadequate increases in income. When this situation arises, the crisis is very difficult for both trustees and residents. It cannot be expected that other residents subsidise one person by using, for instance, accumulated reserves.” Rosenbrock believes if dissatisfaction arises because residents deem levies to be “too high”, it’s often
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because they didn’t do their financial homework when they were purchasing. “Because I can just afford the levy when I purchase and don’t take account of inflation and so on (factoring these matters into my future budget), I can hardly blame the trustees. A history of the levy growth is something one should study prior to purchase commitment. “In all likelihood, one will naturally be going smaller as you age. It is far more appropriate and satisfying from a dignity perspective to start a bit smaller and not be faced with the issues which may otherwise arise.”
Life rights or sectional title
Stefan Botha, Rainmaker Marketing, examines the levy factor for both retirement models. “With sectionaltitle ownership you own the asset, and your levy works in the same way as any other sectional-title scheme – it includes aspects such as estate security, refuse collection, insurance of your unit, and maintenance of common areas. As the owner, you are responsible for your unit’s maintenance and would pay extra for medical care, meals or cleaning, depending on your requirements. “With life-rights, because the unit doesn’t belong to you, the unit’s upkeep and surrounds is the developer’s responsibility, which may result in a lower monthly levy. There is also no risk of incurring a special levy related to development upgrades. The life-rights levies also need to be estimated by the developer two years in advance, which does assist with a retiree’s financial planning.
“No standard levy – for either sectional title or life rights – includes medical care, cleaning solutions or meals. Both ownership options would generally provide options to utilise these services at an additional monthly cost.”
On-site care or outsourced medical?
Increasingly, new developments are outsourcing care or creating stand-alone medical facilities – essentially, pay as you go. At Mount Edgecombe Retirement Village (MERV) – sectional title – you’re living within a greater estate: Kindlewood. Developer representative David Cameron unpacks the levies, “The monthly Home Owners Association (HOA) levy (currently R1,700) covers Kindlewood Estate’s features and amenities, such as security, general road and estate maintenance, landscaping maintenance, building insurance, common property lights and electricity, communal facilities, and pool maintenance. The body corporate levy covers external home insurance, personal garden service, retirement village upkeep and maintenance, and a village nurse able to provide basic tests and check-ups in your home (varies according to your unit size). There is a once-off levy – a stabilisation fee of R20,000 – used to enhance the estate’s capital growth like building a gym. At MERV, you only pay for what you use, so if you live there and are fit and healthy, it costs nothing. The care facility is a stand-alone business, so only when and if you need the care, it’s there.”
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DEVELOPMENT SHOWCASE & EXPERT INFO SESSION 3 & 4 NOVEMBER 2018 EXPERT GUEST SPEAKERS: Dr. ROELOF BOTHA Economic advisor at Optimum Financial Services Group
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The award winning Buh-Rein Estate, launched in 2010, is introducing its own prestigious retirement development called Buh-Rein Retirement Village. We invite all individuals that plan to retire in the nearby future, investors and potential buyers to join us for an information session with our expert guest speakers where they will share information on retirement, the economy and the first stages of dementia, what to expect and how to plan for it. The development already under construction, will be on show and clients will have the opportunity to meet all the service providers and take a tour to view the progress of the development. Buh-Rein Retirement Village offers frail and dementia care facilities and is one of only two in the country that meet the latest requirements for retirement villages. This is an opportunity not to be missed. RSVPs are essential to book your seat as we have limited seats available.
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TERENCE HEWITT
GARTH HEWITT 084 400 4757
082 323 0183
garthh@asproperty.co.za
terenceh@asproperty.co.za
UITZICHT - DURBANVILLE | R 2,495,000 | WEB REF RL734
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Neat as a pin, with a beautiful landscaped front garden.
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Property. Done Properly. t. 021 975 4559 | www.asproperty.co.za | Mikahaja Building No1 C/O Kerk and Pampoenkraal Street
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WESTERN SEABOARD Blouberg: 021 557 1115 • Big Bay: 021 554 0033 • Milnerton: 021 551 8640 • Melkbosstrand: 021 553 1912 • Sunningdale: 021 556 2362 • Atlantic Beach Estate: 021 201 8706 • pamgolding.co.za/western-seaboard
Melkbosstrand / R7.5 million
Ref# 1TV1385325
Flamingo Vlei / R3.3 million
Ref# 1TV1401257
Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 4.5 / Garages 2 / With modern finishes all around, this magnificent beachfront home has an opulent feel and will appeal to the discerning buyer with great taste. Follow PGP boards from Otto Du Plessis towards Van Riebeeckstrand.
Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 / This modern family home offers spectacular views across Flamingo Vlei towards the sea and Table Mountain. Follow PGP boards from Pentz Drive corner of Donkin Avenue.
Gerrit Bruwer 076 196 9847, Dianne Pentz 084 513 2305
Linda Middleditch 082 433 4412
Sunningdale / R2.68 million
Ref# 1TV1396445
West Beach / R2.5 million
Ref# 1TV1400699
Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / Located in Augusta Place, lies this beautiful home featuring three carpeted bedrooms with built-in cupboards, family bathroom and full en suite for the main bedroom. Follow PGP boards from Sunningdale Drive to Augusta Place.
Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / This property is nestled in a quite close among 15 similar thatched roof homes. The welcoming entrance leads you into spacious, open-plan living areas. Follow PGP boards from Drummond Road into Carisbrook into Amphoria Close.
Paolo Girardi 083 259 8245
Linda Middleditch 082 433 4412
Parklands / R2.24 million
Ref# 1TV1374414
Parklands North / R1.95 million
Ref# 1TV1392468
Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / This home is situated in a really sought-after street in Parklands. Open-plan sense of flow, right from entering the TV lounge that leads onto a indoor braai. Follow PGP boards from Sandown Road, left in Wood Drive and right in Dorchester.
Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / Modern, beautifully presented family home caters for your every need, spacious living areas, sizeable bedrooms, granite topped kitchen counters with separate scullery plumbed for 3 appliances. Follow PGP boards from Oakland Hill Road.
Claudette Smit 071 185 5267
Paolo Girardi 083 259 8245
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AT L A N T I C B E A C H E S TAT E Atlantic Beach Estate: 021 201 8706 • pamgolding.co.za/atlantic-beach-estate
Atlantic Beach Estate / R9.25 Million
Ref# 1TV1378526
Atlantic Beach Estate / R4.95 million
Ref# 1TV1340117
Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 4.5 / Garages 4 / Spacious double-storey home situated on popular Tradewinds Circle on a greenbelt. A cinema room and bar adds to the many entertainment options this home has to offer.
Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 / The double-storey home is situated on popular Sea Hare Circle. The home is north-facing with a wind free very spacious covered braai patio. A double garage and a wrap around enclosed garden complete this home.
Mandy Oschman 082 567 0398
Mandy Oschman 082 567 0398
Atlantic Beach Estate / R30 000 Per month
Ref# 1TV1401580
Atlantic Beach Estate / R29 000 Per month
Ref# 1TV1400473
Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 / This home is situated in a quiet close on the estate close to a large park for children to play. An open-plan kitchen leads to the dining room and lounge area which has a wood-burning fireplace.
Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2.5 / Garage 2 / Move right into this immaculate home. Perched on the hill in the heart of the estate the position allows for lovely elevated views over the estate. Open-plan kitchen and dining room which leads out onto a glass enclosed wind-protected braai patio.
Lynnette Lee 082 453 3266
Lynnette Lee 082 453 3266
A C C R E D I T E D A G E N T S F O R AT L A N T I C B E A C H E S TAT E OFFICE HOURS Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 16:00, Sat: 09:00 - 12:00, Sun: 14:00 - 17:00 (Sales office situated at the Golf Club entrance, Birkenhead Drive)
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