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Things to do

hat do you like to do in the winter months? In this week’s Neighbourhood we bring you a great line-up of things to do in your city to keep you busy and entertained. Our What’s good? section and our lifestyle pages are filled with exciting events, and our property pages showcase the hottest properties in your city.

As for the Neighbourhood team, these are a few of our favourite things to do: • Take advantage of restaurant winter specials. • Go wine tasting. • Attend an art show. • Visit a museum. • Attend a poetry reading. • Watch a show at your local theatre. Whatever you choose to do, keep warm and enjoy your copy of Neighbourhood.

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Between the sea and the Swartland Looking for a wineloving day out without the crowds? Point your nose north to the vineyards of Darling WORDS: RICHARD HOLMES IMAGES: SUPPLIED

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What’s good? What?

The Vortex When and where?

Now until 23 July at the Artscape

arc Goldberg’s ballet adaptation of Noel Coward’s controversial play comes to Artscape. Set in the 1920s, The Vortex explores themes of drug addiction, adultery, ageing and dysfunctional family dynamics in a whirlwind of dance that will keep you entranced from start to finish.

Groote Post 022 492 2825 grootepost.com Duckitt Nurseries 022 492 2606 duckittnurseries.com Darling Cellars 074 127 7407 darlingcellars.co.za Cloof Wine Estate 022 492 2839 cloof.co.za

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arling may be famous as the theatrical home of performer Pieter Dirk-Uys, but the wineries in and around this small town are quietly building a reputation for turning out both full-bodied reds and superb Sauvignon Blanc. Turning off the R27 coastal road, Groote Post Vineyards should be your first stop. Since 1999, when the first vintage was bottled, the Pentz family have slowly shifted from dairy farming to winemaking and conservation. Lukas Wentzel has run the cellar since 2000, and has pushed quality forward in leaps and bounds. The Sauvignon Blanc is among the best in the region, while the Riesling, Chardonnay and Shiraz are all excellent. They also picked up the Best Merlot Trophy at the 2016 Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show. The entire range can be sampled in the laid-back tasting room, or book a table at the charming Hilda’s Kitchen restaurant in the manor house. Meandering north towards Darling takes you past vineyards, pastures and wheat fields, as well as the entrance to Duckitt Nurseries. One of the largest Cymbidium orchid growers in the southern hemisphere, their open house days (first Saturday of the month, 9am to 12pm) allow visitors a wander through the expansive flower-growing tunnels, and to snap up cut-price orchids.

Then, head down the R315 to the door of Darling Cellars. This cooperative cellar turns out a dizzying array of wines, many of them at extremely pocket-friendly prices. Look out, though, for their Limited Release red and white blends, which are well worth the extra spend. Alongside the railway track a bumpy gravel road leads down towards Cloof Wine Estate, famous in recent years as home to Rocking the Daisies music festival. Visit on any other weekend, though, and you’ll find a charming laid-back tasting room with friendly staff and a range of superb good-value wines. The Cloof Shiraz and barrelfermented Chenin Blanc are the stars here, but The Very Sexy Shiraz and The Dark Side Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz blend are topnotch everyday quaffers worth a try. And why not quaff a bottle at the farm restaurant, which offers down-to-earth country lunches at tables spread out on the lawn. If you can tear yourself away from the table, head into the town of Darling, where the likes of Ormonde Private Cellar, Lanner Hill and Withington Wines are also worth a stop – don’t miss Withington’s Cinsaut-led Roan Ranger or Lanner Hill’s zippy Sauvignon Blanc.

What?

Dance for Madiba When and where?

18 July at your venue of choice

elebrate Madiba in true spirit with dancing! People of all ages can get involved with the world’s greatest Madiba Jive. Simply visit danceformadiba.co.za, and record and upload a video of yourself dancing the Madiba Jive. You’re given a 67 second music clip to accompany your video – and a 67 minute jive mix to dance to later. Stand a chance of winning R5,000, where R2,500 will go to the charity of your choice.

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What?

10th Cape Town Folk ’n Acoustic Music Festival When and where?

Friday to Saturday, 22 to 23 July at the Baxter Theatre

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t this year’s Cape Town Folk ’n Acoustic Music Festival, 22 South African artists will hit the stage to perform a completely acoustic set at this intimate and unplugged location. See some of SA’s finest musicians on stage, including the likes of Ard Matthews, Arno Carstens, Tony Cox, Steve Newman, Andre de Villiers, Josie Field and many more.

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Riebeek Kasteel Escape big city life for the allure of country living WORDS: CHARIS LE RICHE

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The scoop Ice cream in winter? Absolutely. These new Cape Town ice cream sensations are worth indulging in all year round WORDS: KIT HEATHCOCK

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espite the winter chill, locals are keeping these three new artisan ice cream makers busy by coming back again and again for irresistible winter flavour combinations that make you forget the absence of summer’s seasonal fruits and berries.

Moro Gelato

Stefano Moro and Heine van Wyk started Moro Gelato last year to bring authentic artisan gelato to Cape Town after learning the craft in Bologna, Italy. Only using fresh, natural ingredients and seasonal fruits for their sorbets, flavours change with the seasons. “Our chocolate gelato made with Belgian chocolate, our Marchese flavour and our pomegranate sorbet, are really making people excited, rain or shine,” says Heine. “People are catching on to our take-away ‘couch boxes’ and often take some of our gelato to dinner parties instead of the usual bottle of wine.” Find the latest flavours at the Mason’s Press, Woodstock shop from Tuesday to Friday, on Saturdays at the Oranjezicht City Farm market, and now also at Giulio’s Cafe in Loop Street.

Kristen’s Kick Ass Ice Cream

Over in Noordhoek Farm Village, an exciting new scoop shop has been creating a raft of inventive, luscious flavours since December. Kristen Batzer makes all her ice cream in small batches from scratch: local, seasonal fruits, home-made cookie dough and marshmallows, and home-roasted nuts. For winter she says, “To replace the seasonal fruits and berries, I am creating more decadent, ‘full of good stuff’ flavours. Twix (sweet cream, caramel drizzle, fudge drizzle, and home-made shortbread cookies), vanilla bean cream with dark chocolate and orange marmalade swirl, cookie dough, sweet cream with dark chocolate and home-made honeycomb, and luckily chocolate isn’t a seasonal ingredient because I use a lot of it!”

What to do

Riebeek Kasteel has plenty activities on offer for any visitor – from a variety of first-class wine farms, to chic boutiques for all your shopping needs. During our stay we had to try one of their most famous exports: olives. The Olive Boutique, run by Derek and Susan, allows you to taste all manner of olives, oils, and tapenades. As a nonolive eater, I was firmly converted.

KRISTEN’S KICK ASS ICE CREAM

Art is, of course, another big export of this valley. We stopped by the charming art gallery, The Gallery, run by Astrid McLeod, owner of the Bloemendal Cottage. Here you can see artwork from local emerging artists, as well as established artists, such as Andre van Vuuren, Solly Smook and Clare Menck. You’ll be hard-pressed to leave without buying something.

Where to eat and drink

There’s no shortage of eateries in this quaint town. There were two highlights for me: the first being Flagship Brew’s taproom and brewery, a favourite watering hole for locals and tourists. The brewery has five beers on offer: New World Lager, Summer Ale, Red Valley Ale, Siren IPA and the Octoberfest (a favourite of mine which is only available at the taproom), as well as a homemade ice tea for non-drinkers.

Crumbs and Cream

A waft of baking cookies on Sea Point’s Regent Road entices you in to a bright and cheerful ice cream parlour, opened by sisters Shahar and Or Peled in March. Their signature ice cream sandwiches are an exercise in decisionmaking. Choose from eight different cookies, (fresh from the oven, they are dense, tasty and chewy, including vegan and Banting options), then pick from around fourteen flavours co.za of gelato made for them locally. Add spreads and sprinkles to create a truly decadent treat. “To keep winter warm,”

ne of the oldest towns in South Africa, Riebeek Kasteel is known for three things: olives, wine and art. After spending a weekend in this picturesque town, I found out it is so much more.

says Shahar,” we have limited edition winter flavours like banana choc chip cookies, peanut butter cookies, Nutella hot chocolate with whipped cream, and our brownie ice cream sandwich.”

TASTE FOR YOURSELF: Moro Gelato 021 448 5272 morogelato.co.za Crumbs and Cream 081 591 4974 crumbsandcream.co.za Kristen’s Kick Ass Ice cream 072 563 7642 kristenskickass.co.za MORO GELATO

The second was Mama Cucina Italian Restaurant which serves up tasty country-style Italian fare. Keep an eye on their black board

filled with daily specials. We tried the slow-roasted springbok shank with tender-stem broccoli and cauli mash – comfort food at its finest.

Where to stay

The best part of our stay would have to be the stunning Bloemendal Cottage. The self-catering cottage is beautifully decorated and has two bedrooms and a warm, homely feel to it. The first thing you see when entering, is the welcoming veranda, complete with a braai area. For cooler nights there is a romantic fireplace in the lounge to keep you warm. All in all, Riebeek Valley was not just a getaway, but an experience. I thorough ly enjoyed my time exploring this little town. My suggestion to you is to book your weekend away today.

EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF: The Olive Boutique 022 448 1368 olive-boutique.co.za The Gallery 083 653 3697 galleryriebeek.co.za Flagship Brew 082 413 8332 facebook.com/FlagshipBrew Mama Cucina Italian Restaurant 022 448 1676 mamacucina.co.za Bloemendal Cottage 072 042 4830 bloemendal-riebeek.co.za

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Pedicure perfection It’s not often you get to say you’ve had the best of something WORDS: BRIDGET MCNULTY

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must be honest, I get very enthusiastic at times. I will often say something is fabulous, wonderful, breathtaking even. But the best in the world? That’s a label I don’t often attach to experiences. That is, unless I am officially having the best pedicure in the world, courtesy of Mr Bastien Gonzalez himself, founder of the Bastien Gonzalez Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio that you can experience at the One&Only Hotel in Cape Town. Of course, it was a special treat to have Mr Gonzalez himself treat me to a pedicure – he is only in South Africa for a week out of every year, and the rest of the time he’s ever so slightly busy tending to the feet of celebrities and royalty. But in his absence, his Cape Town team is impeccably trained to give you what undoubtedly feels like the best pedicure in the world. That’s according to The World Spa Awards, too: Bastien Gonzalez (the brand) won the Best Brand 2015 Nail Studio last year. So what is it that takes this pedicure to new heights? For starters, there is science behind it – podiatry. The feet are treated not as accessories that

A feel for teal WORDS: CHRIS REID

IMAGE: AFRITALY

olour trends are definitely cyclical, with hues going in and out of style with sometimes alarming regularity. One of the colours on the rise again for homes and decor products, is teal. The various shades of this colour got a bad reputation from their recent overuse in the 80s – not to mention their often hippie-ish associations – and mostly disappeared from the world of good taste for a few years. The new breed of teals we’re seeing in home decor is much darker and richer than their cousins from previous decades. Unlike the more vivid incarnations that have been seen before, these trend colours are less turquoise and more deep and water-inspired. In walls and furniture, the colour is treated more like a neutral than a bright colour accent, giving a nature-inspired but still interesting look to spaces. The new Gender sofa by Patricia Urquiola (available locally at Afritaly)

is a great example of this more grounded point of view on the colour – especially in the combination of teal and earthy brown. In products like appliances and plastics, it’s slightly brighter, however. In these items it’s almost an evolution of the lime green product trend that’s been hanging around for some time now. As with all colour trends, teal will also have its time in the sun before fading into the background. The mind-set behind its appreciation at the moment is interesting, because it shows how we’re still seeking nature-inspired colours in our homes. Whereas previous teals were artificial and bright, the new generation appeals more to our desire for grounding.

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need to be prettied up, but as vital instruments that need to be cared for. There are three parts to this pedi:cure (cure for the feet): first the nails and cuticles are cleaned and treated, then the skin is taken care of, and finally the feet and legs are massaged. The result is gloriously healthy looking feet and a download of information on how to keep them that way. And it’s the information, for me, that really sets this experience apart. Because it’s not just about having pretty nails, it’s about understanding what your feet and nails need to thrive, and incorporating that into your daily life. So you walk away with feet that are beautiful, and the knowledge to keep them that way. Best pedicure in the world? I think so.

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Cut your

electricity costs With electricity costs escalating, an unreliable power supply and the effect energy consumption has on the planet, homeowners are relooking whether it pays to spend so you can save on electricity WORDS: ANNE SCHAUFFER IMAGE: ISTOCK

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ew will argue that if cold, wet Germany can produce 7% of its electricity demand via private individuals installing photovoltaic (PV) panels on their roofs, sunnier SA could be making even more significant strides into sourcing and providing costeffective renewable energy. The initial financial outlay may seem exorbitant but, like property, it’s a long-term investment that, over time, can recover its own costs — and even bring in returns. The sweetener here would be feed-in tariffs through which national electricity suppliers pay homeowners for electricity they produce with their own renewables, but don’t use. This is happening in many parts of the world, and even in a corner or two of ours. It’s even conceivable that homeowners could make a profit over the lifespan of a rooftop PV generator. Solar panels generate power by day, for electricity usage at night, with surplus power stored in battery banks that are drained overnight. Batteries are expensive, though, and need significant maintenance. It is far better to sell that

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My business neighbourhood Magents brings its premium urban African clothing brand to Cape Town, opening its first concept store at Canal Walk WORDS: KIT HEATHCOCK IMAGES: SUPPLIED

nown internationally for the last 20 years as an authentic high-end African brand with top-quality t-shirts, clothing, sneakers and Afro Vintage designs, Magents has come home. After several years without local retail stores, they opened in Canal Walk in January. Founder and creative director Didier de Villiers tells us more. Q: How did your business start? A: Magents started in the 90s. The initial dream was to have different brands under one roof. This developed into a store with only Magents branded goods.

The idea of an African brand in those days was frowned upon. Most of us did not believe in ourselves, hence one of our first designs had a bold AFRICAN on the chest. The brand grew exponentially on the international market until 95% of sales were outside SA. Instead of expanding further, we chose to come back to our roots and restructure to retain the original spirit of the brand and grow our footprint here at home. Q: Why did you choose this area to set up shop? A: O ver the last few years we have gone through a total restructure of the line, moving our production to Africa from Asia and working with local Cape Town factories to develop the high-quality fabrics and washes we require. Now we are focusing on Magents concept stores in Africa first. Historically, Cape Town has not been our strongest region, but the opportunity at Canal Walk opened up first. Q: How did you find your premises? A: We approached a couple of malls and Canal Walk was first to have an available space. Q: Why are they ideally suited to your business? A: T he mall attracts a good mixture of international visitors and locals. This particular location within the mall isn’t, however, our ideal spot. As a premium lifestyle brand with a higher price point than our neighbours, there are better locations for us. It is a huge struggle to get quality locations for local brands in our malls. We hope to move within the mall once a suitable space becomes available.

Q: Who are your neighbours? A: O ur neighbours are mostly streetwear. We are at the Checkers end of Canal Walk next to Soviet. Q: What are the shop rentals like in this area? A: A s you’d expect from a top mall, rentals are fairly expensive. Q: What is your shop footprint? A: We started off with a strong midweek, due to international visitors, and now that Cape Town locals are getting to know and enjoy our line, the weekends are filling up. Q: Do you have any expansion plans? A: We have Montecasino in Fourways open already with Menlyn and Eastgate following. We’d also like a second Cape Town store at the V&A Waterfront. Q: Do you operate online as well? A: We believe online will be the main point of sale in five years’ time. We’re building a completely new online system which should be operational in August this year to cater for the local market. Q: What’s your most popular item? A: O ur t-shirts have always been our fastest moving category, but recently our sneakers have picked up.

SEE FOR YOURSELF: Magents 021 551 2533 magents.co.za

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Analyse Analyse it it PATRICK CAIRNS

Saving Christmas J

uly is National Savings Month, but you can be forgiven if you hadn’t noticed. It’s not exactly Christmas. That may sound flippant, but the comparison is deliberate. The contrast between the two is important. Economically speaking, Christmas is all about spending. More money is spent on consumer goods over the festive season than during any other time of the year. It also goes without saying that consumer spending is important for the economy. It supports businesses, creates jobs and stimulates growth. At the moment some might argue that South Africa needs its people to keep spending. The local consumer has been a steady source of support for the local economy over the last few years when other sectors have been struggling. There is, however, an ugly side to this consumption, and that is that for most of the last 15 years South Africa’s household savings rate has been negative. In other words, as a country we are steadily depleting our savings to fund our current spending habits. This is a critical problem. Even though it might seem important that we keep spending to stimulate the economy now, we are making ourselves vulnerable if we don’t save to protect and build the economy in the future. What’s important to remember is that saving is just deferred spending. When you save you are putting money away with the intention of having it to spend later. This is why countries with high savings rates are better able to handle economic downturns. Having built up household wealth when times were good, they have a buffer that allows them to keep up a level of spending in more difficult environments. People who save are also able to keep up their standard of living in retirement. That means that they smooth their consumption over their entire lives and also don’t become reliant on the state. From the point of view of a country as a whole, higher levels of saving also mean that there is more capital available for banks, pension funds and asset managers to invest in businesses, both big and small. This allows them to expand and thrive.

South Africa’s household savings rate was -0,8% in the first quarter of 2016, having reached a low of -2,7% in late 2013

This is why Savings Month is really quite important. It may not have any holidays, and there may not be bells and flashing lights at your local mall to make it seem special, but we can’t afford to let it pass without recognising the significance of its message. As South Africans we have to save more. Our future Christmases depend on it.

PROPERTY NEWS

Student buy-to-let opportunities A

lthough much student accommodation is now bought, sold and operated by international companies, institutions and real estate investment trusts, there’s still room for individual private investors. In the US, for example, privately owned off-campus accommodation still accounts for about 60% of all housing available to students. In SA, that percentage is believed to be even higher. There is plenty of scope for such investors in Pretoria, says Bertie Lombard, the Rawson Property Group’s Waterkloof franchisee

whose teams work in Hatfield, Brooklyn and Lynnwood, three of the suburbs with the highest demand for student accommodation. The city is home to many thousands of students attending the University of Pretoria, the Tshwane University of Technology and at least six large private tertiary education institutions. Much of this demand has been centred on Hatfield, which is immediately adjacent to the 1,120ha main UP campus, and literally hundreds of student apartments

have been built in the area in the past 10 years, mostly in the section to the west of Jan Shoba Street. “Prices of these apartments range, depending on their floor area and distance from the campus,” says Lombard. “We currently have bachelor or studio units for sale from R550,000, all the way up to around R950,000; one-bedroom units at prices from around R665,000 and two-bedroom units at prices starting from about R1m. Rentals start at around R3,000 a month for rooms in shared apartments and go up to R10,000 a month for two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments.”

When it’s good to rent Don’t rule out renting completely because it has various benefits. You can save up for a deposit to ensure that when a good deal comes along, you will have a very good chance to secure the mortgage and the house that you really want, in an area that you have thoroughly researched. ALBERTUS VAN STADEN, HEAD: CREDIT, FNB HOUSING FINANCE

National house price inflation trends N

ational house price inflation was 5,27% at the end of May. The low and mid value segments continue to buck the market trend by growing by more than 8% annually while the high and luxury segments are inflating at a lower rate – closer to 3% per year. Lightstone recorded buoyant growth in the Gauteng metro with Ekurhuleni, City of Tshwane and City of Johannesburg growing at more than 6%. While property inflation in Nelson Mandela Metro and Ethekwini continues to grow at roughly 4%, City of Cape Town continues to show exuberant growth at nearly 10,2%.

Current provincial inflation status: Gauteng

KwaZulu-Natal

5,5%

Western Cape

Eastern Cape

7,6%

3,8%

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Stellenbosch Here’s what’s happening in property in the area IMAGES: NATASHA LASSEN

For sale

For rent

Median asking prices

Median monthly asking prices

R1,2m

R2,35m

R1,19m

R3,52m

R17,500

R14,300

R8,000

R17,900

For a typical property (two-bedroom house)

In a complex

For an apartment

For a house

For a typical rental property (threebedroom house)

In a complex

For an apartment

For a house

Properties listed

Properties listed Properties listed for sale in Stellenbosch comprise approximately 20% of the total sale listings in the Boland.

20%

29%

Properties listed for rent in Stellenbosch comprise approximately 29% of the total rental listings in the Boland.

Interest

Interest Approximately 19% of the interest (views) in properties for sale in the Boland is attributable to properties for sale in Stellenbosch.

29%

19%

Approximately 29% of the interest (views) in properties for rent in the Boland is attributable to properties for rent in Stellenbosch.

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Buying in Stellenbosch The monthly bond repayment to purchase a typical property in Stellenbosch, namely a twobedroom apartment, with the median asking price of R1,2m, is R11,981 per month over 20 years at prime of 10,5% with no deposit.

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THINGS TO DO: • Hike in Jonkershoek with waterfalls and amazing views. • Visit a market, like Root44, Slow Food and Blauuwklippen. • Picnic in Jan Marais Nature Reserve. • Concerts in the Endler Hall where the Stellenbosch University Choir, ranked number one in the world, often performs. • Tour the art galleries and public art installations. • Summer street soirees under the oaks.

About the area WORDS: KIT HEATHCOCK

eautiful historic streets lined with oak trees, a spectacular setting among mountains and wine estates, and a world-class university at its heart, Stellenbosch is a town that feels alive all year round. In summer it overflows with international visitors attracted by its reputation as the gourmet centre of the winelands. Students keep the energy youthful, and a growing number of creative businesses and technological start-ups are born here, with the arts well represented too. So there’s a big city outlook with the closeness of a small town community. It’s a very walkable town for residents lucky enough to live in the historic suburbs close to the centre, with tempting artisan bakeries and coffee shops on every corner, the botanical gardens to stroll in, and regular wine festivals and cultural happenings on the calendar. The high street stores are actually on the high street here – no outof-town malls – and the only downside is the traffic if you do have to drive. Families settle here for the schools,

which have a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and enviable sporting facilities, and residents can use the Maties university sports facilities too. Within minutes you can escape the town bustle and be hiking to a waterfall in the mountain wilderness or in the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve. A wealth of secure estates and golf estates cater for those who prefer a mountain view just out of the centre, with easy access to hiking, mountain biking and running trails through adjoining wine estates and nature reserves. Several of the Cape’s top restaurants are scattered around the Stellenbosch wine estates, so gourmet residents can choose between legendary names such as Rust en Vrede, Overture, Tokara, Jordan, Terroir, Delaire Graff and more. On weekends foodies and families flock to the markets – there’s Slow Food Market at Oude Libertas, Root44 Market, Blauuwklippen Family Market, and the Stellenbosch Organic Farmers’ Market just for starters. For a weekday artisan market vibe De Warenmarkt fills the gap.

BEST IN FOOD: • Jardine Restaurant for informal fine dining • Schoon de Companje for artisan bread, deli, coffee and ice cream • Helena’s Restaurant at Coopmanhuijs Hotel for elegant dining • Basic Bistro for gourmet burgers and casual buzz • The Blue Crane and the Butterfly for coffee and cake

I love living in the heart of town in walking distance of my favourite bakeries and shops – very much a European way of living. We are surrounded by world-class wine estates, restaurants, art galleries and music performances – literally something to do for every single night of the year ILSE VAN DER MERWE OF THE FOOD FOX, RESIDENT

TOP SCHOOLS: • • • • •

Rhenish Girls’ High School Bloemhof Girls’ High School Paul Roos Gymnasium Hoërskool Stellenbosch Stellenbosch Waldorf School

Agent commentary Q: What types of properties are available in Stellenbosch and what can buyers expect to pay? A: Homes in secure estates are very sought-after. Estates nearest to the town are more expensive. In established, sought-after develop ments like De Zalze Golf Estate, prices start at around R8,5m, while entry-level prices in estates on the outskirts begin at R4,2m. Buyers wanting a taste of the old town, can buy a freestanding home on a generous plot in Mostertsdrift, Dalsig and Brandwacht. Unrenovated homes are in high demand and are priced above R6m in Mostertsdrift and R3,8 to R6m in Dalsig or Brandwacht, depending on position. Renovated houses in these areas can fetch from R8m up to R25m.

Q: What do you love most about the Stellenbosch area? A: I was born and bred in Stellenbosch, so The City of Oaks will forever be part of my identity and close to my heart. My family loves being outdoors, so for us, being surrounded by nature and mountains which offers numerous opportunities to be active, is such a blessing. I’ve always been in awe of the town’s beautiful change in seasons, my favourite being autumn – with the trees taking on golden, amber and scarlet hues. Stellenbosch is synonymous with a rich history, nature, art, food, vibrant students and, of course, wine. Properties are also in great demand and prove to be excellent investments.

Q: Who is buying property in the area? A: First-time buyers find it extremely difficult to get into the property market in Stellenbosch due to the high prices of real estate. Current buyers consist of foreign buyers buying holiday homes and buyers from the Gauteng area relocating to the Western Cape. There are also a considerable number of cash investors who buy apartments which are then rented out to students. Another trend is for older properties close to the university to be demolished and apartment blocks for students erected in their place. Despite this, the demand remains greater than the supply which also has an influence on property prices.

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R1 295 000 R1 650 000 Ref: 866668

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Garage 3 Parking Bays

André Liebenberg - 082 566 5461

Sole Mandate

R1 549 000 On Show

Jacqui Mitchell - 073 390 8214

Excl.Sole Mandate

Ref: 873140

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Garages 3 Parking Bays

PARKLANDS

Ref: 870968

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Garage 2 Parking Bays Nick Stymonds - 076 035 8780

R2 250 000

Glynis Petersen - 082 564 0110

FLAMINGO VLEI

4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Garages 1 Parking Bay

2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom 2 Parking Bays

Jacqui Mitchell - 073 390 8214

TABLE VIEW

Ref: 861067

Sole Mandate

BLOUBERGRANT

R2 495 000 Ref: 857491

SUNNINGDALE

3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 4 Garages

R1 995 000 Ref: 868283

Sole Mandate

André Liebenberg - 082 566 5461

Elizabeth Derman - 072 308 6977

TABLE VIEW

On Show

R2 395 000

Jacqui Mitchell - 073 390 8214

4 Bedrooms 4½ Bathrooms 3 Garages / 3 Parking Bays

Ref: 855588

Ref: 855261

4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Parking Bays

FLAMINGO VLEI

BLOUBERGSTRAND

Ref: 837290

TABLE VIEW

R2 095 000

R7 500 000

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3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 Garages 2 Parking Bays Chris Bernard - 072 424 1886

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WINELANDS TO WHALECOAST Onrus: 028 316 3390 • Hermanus: 028 312 1110 • Stellenbosch: 021 887 1017 • Somerset West: 021 851 2633 Paarl: 021 871 1480 • Franschhoek: 021 876 2100 • Durbanville: 021 975 7209 • Welgemoed: 021 913 7670 SOLE MANDATE

We are Franschhoek We are Doug & Jeanine

Franschhoek / R26 million Ref# FWI1268258 Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 5 / Garages 3 / Winelands estate masterpiece. This grand home is designed to take full advantage of the vista, with large windows and balconies from all vantage points, but with simplicity and style. Doug 072 610 7208 / Jeanine 082 410 6837

SOLE MANDATE

Ref# ON1270882

NEW RELEASE

Ref# SW1274600

Ref# WM1253177

Ref# TK1270924

Benguela Cove / R17 million

Welgedacht / R8.5 million

Somerset West / R4.9 million

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 4 / Garages 2 / Spacious home in exclusive Estate with lagoon, mountain and vineyard views.

Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 4 / Garages 3 / Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garage 2 /Gracious Sunny, north facing family home with undercover country living on offer at High Riding. The natural beauty and splendour of the Cape mountainside braai area and landscaped garden. is captured in this secure private estate.

Dave Wright 083 307 0582

Gené 0829752869 / Paige 082 901 7045

Thea Albertyn 082 925 5510

SOLE MANDATE

Ref# DBV1261791

Ref# ON1272936

Boschenmeer / R4.85 million Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 4 / Garages 2 / A lovely corner home on this sought after estate. The spacious kitchen with granite topped breakfast bar flows into the open plan living space. Jordan 083 298 1481/Igna 082 884 8492/Hayley 082 926 8587

NEW RELEASE

Ref# SW1273573

Ref# TK1268808

Durbanville / R4.795 million

Hermanus / R3.6 million

Somerset West / R2.56 million

Paarl / R1.799 million

Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 3 / Garage 3 / Immaculate entertainer’s delight. Beautifully designed family home including a braai room, pizza oven area and much more.

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 / Immaculate, comfortable family home in a secure estate. Excellently maintained with an established garden and automatic irrigation.

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 / Family home in Tre Donne Country Estate. 3037m² of garden includes vegetable garden and fruit trees. Magnificent mountain views.

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garage 2 / Immaculate modern home! No Work! Just move in and enjoy the comfort of ths well presented, comfortable home close to all amenities.

Estelle Laäs 082 566 3009

Santa Bedeker 082 772 7052

Ausra Houston 078 450 8892

Willie 082 495 2600 / Barbara 083 340 3162

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Baronetcy Estate, Plattekloof / R13.5 million

Ref# 1PLA1250778

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 5 / With the most breath-taking views and ideal location right next to the greenbelt of Baronetcy Estate, this house will take your breath away. Perfectly set, this contemporary modern home is both warm and welcoming. Every room has a unique personality, with each space being utilized to its full potential. Extras include remote controlled blinds, central air system and a private shoe closet with spacious walk in closets. Pierre Nel 076 967 3766 / Tonja Ellman 082 978 3576 /PamGoldingProperties

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WESTERN SEABOARD Blouberg: 021 557 1115 • Big Bay: 021 554 0033 • Sunningdale: 021 556 2362 • Sunset Beach: 021 551 8640 Atlantic Beach Estate: 021 201 8706 • pamgolding.co.za/western-seaboard

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Milnerton / R3.95 million

Ref# 1TV1273127

Bloubergrise / R3.1 million

Ref# 1TV1267308

Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 3 / A substantial home for a medium to large family. Just move in to this clean well-maintained home. Convenient location. Five minutes to Milnerton and Sunset beaches. Follow PGP boards from Otto du Plessis Drive into Loxton Road, left into Ascot Road. Go over the first stop and it is the first house on the left (corner house).

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 4 / Gracious home in desirable leafy close offering generous accommodation for a large family. Recently renovated, open, light and bright with quality finishes throughout. Offering a study. Open-plan bespoke modern kitchen with separate scullery laundry, quartz-stone worktops, SMEG gas/electric cooker.

Janet Gelgor 071 135 5544

Rosemary Louw 082 743 5915

West Beach / R3.595 million

Ref# 1TV1274992

Parklands / R1.995 million

Ref# 1TV1275479

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / Newly renovated modern home with light filled spacious rooms. The welcoming double-volume entrance has a study just off it that would be perfect for work-from-home opportunity. Follow PGP boards from Sandown Road into Rochester Road then into Balmoral Road.

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / On offer, this beautiful flowing family home with fitted blinds throughout, modern granite topped kitchen and scullery, and 2 fully stylish and modern porcelain tiled bathrooms. For the avid entertainer.

Linda Middleditch 082 433 4412

Paolo Girardi 083 320 1323

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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 â&#x20AC;˘ pamgolding.co.za/atlantic-beach-estate

Cape Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only coastal residential golf estate. For all your real estate enquiries, please contact: Sales / Mandy Oschman 082 567 0398, pamgolding.co.za/mandy-oschman Rentals / Anne Frankle 074 159 6723, pamgolding.co.za/anne-frankle / Atlantic Beach Estate 021 201 8706

Atlantic Beach Estate / R15 million

Ref# 1TV1245694

Atlantic Beach Estate / R5.7 million

Ref# 1TV1231468

Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 5 / Garages 4 / Sought-after front row position on the fairway. Expansive home on large plot. Breathtaking uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean, Robben Island and Table Mountain. A fully-equipped Gagganau kitchen. Mandy Oschman 082 567 0398

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 / A stunning, stylish home with open-plan lounge/dining room and kitchen. Indoor patio room with glass stacking doors and electric blinds leading out onto private pool area. Beautiful landscaped garden with automated irrigation and artificial lawn. Mandy Oschman 082 567 0398

Atlantic Beach Estate / R38 000 pm

Atlantic Beach Estate / R20 000 pm

Ref# 1TV1273245

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 4 / Garages 2 / Entertainment is made easy within 3 very spacious living areas. Stunning well-planned kitchen with separate scullery, an office with its own entrance and a no-fuss central vacuum system. Situated on 2nd Fairway with ocean views and a gorgeous pool. Anne Frankle 074 159 6723

Ref# 1TV1274834

Bedrooms 2 / Bathrooms 2 / Covered Parkings 2 / Beautifully furnished upstairs apartment with double balconies overlooking Atlantic Beach wild fynbos areas and dam. Warm wooden floors in spacious bedrooms and floor to ceiling cupboards. Stylish wooden blinds throughout. Anne Frankle 074 159 6723

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TABLE VIEW NEW RELEASE

R 2 399 000

Bedrooms: 4| Bathrooms: 3 | Garages: 2 | Pool: 1

WEB REF: 91344191053

TABLE VIEW

Bedrooms: 5 | Bathrooms: 3 | Garages: 2

R 2 699 000

SUNNINGDALE NEW RELEASE

WEB REF: 91344190370

R 2 050 000

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Garages: 2

WEB REF: 91344191106

Situated in the heart of Table View is this prima donna looking for a modernizing space. Don't pass this “buy”

Immaculate family home. INCOME GENERATING APARTMENT EARNING IN EURO'S. A business and family home opportunity.

TIME FOR RETIREMENT? Hurry before you are to late – Perfect home in village on the move!!

Chris Visser 072 340 8461 / 021 557 1124 (o)

Lindy Dippenaar 083 480 3703 / 021 557 1124 (o)

Hennie Greyvenstein 084 800 2000 / 021 557 1124 (o)

PARKLANDS NORTH

R 2 399 000

PARKLANDS NORTH

R 1 985 000

FLAMINGO VLEI

R 4 195 000

EASE

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2½| Garages: 2

WEB REF:91344190498

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Garages: 2

WEB REF: 91344190550

Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 3 | Garages: 2 | Pool: 1

WEB REF: 91344190612

Designed for efficacy, class, style and comfort. A wizardry of technology for the modern family.

Brand new home in luxurious Parklands North, with beautiful finishes, open plan living, gas fireplace and solar geyser.

This home offers perfection and everything that your heart desires including flatlet with uninterrupted views of Table Mountain.

Shelly Guastella 082 312 5092 / 021 557 1124 (o)

Carel Van Der Merwe: 074 604 6895 / 021 557 1124 (o)

Lindy Dippenaar 083 480 3703 / 021 557 1124 (o)

PARKLANDS

R 1 435 000

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Garages: 2

WEB REF: 91344190919

PARKLANDS NORTH

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 3 | Garages: 2

R 3 495 000

SUNNINGDALE

WEB REF: 91344189246

R 2 550 000

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Garages: 2 | Pool: 1

WEB REF: 91344190569

Discover this delightful home, it has a good flow offering all the necessities. Here's home contentment.

A HOME OF DISTINCTION. This double storey styled for today with exquisite finishes situated on a corner stand.

A splendid buy in Westwood Village near some of the finest schools and conveniently close to all amenities.

Chris Visser 072 340 8461 / 021 557 1124 (o)

Shelly Guastella 082 312 5092 / 021 557 1124 (o)

Carel Van Der Merwe 074 604 6895 / 021 557 1124 (o)

PARKLANDS NEW RELEASE

R 1 780 000

TABLE VIEW NEW RELEASE

R 1 695 000

BLOUBERGSTRAND

R 26 000 pm

RENTAL

OW Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Garages: 2

WEB REF: 91344190995

Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2

WEB REF: 91344191001

Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms: 4 | Garages: 2 | Pool: 1

WEB REF: 91344176735

Discover it all, modern finishes, fully contained fatlet, high ceiling lapa/covered braai area and large ground.

Double volume almost cottage style home offers extra large kitchen, outside braai pit and pizza oven.

Large family home- walking distance to the beach with lots of entertainment space, pool and jacuzzi. Available. 01 October 2016

Chris Visser 072 340 8461 / 021 557 1124 (o)

Lindy Dippenaar 083 480 3703 / 021 557 1124 (o)

Pierre Bodenstein 076 830 5692 / 021 557 1124 (o)

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WESTERN CAPE

12%

The Western Cape House Price Index rose by 12% (year-on-year) during the 1st quarter of 2016. Of all the major Rand Area regions, the Western Cape had the highest house price growth in South Africa during the 1st quarter. This is the highest growth rate since the 1st quarter in 2006

Western Cape

According to TPN (Tenant Profile Network), the Western Cape has the highest percentage of residential rental tenants in good standing by major province and stands at 88.7%

Best buy?

2 Bedroom - Sectional Title

When looking at Gross Yields by Title Deed and Room number, it is Sectional Title that generally looks the most attractive and 2 bedroom apartments perform best currently. Sources: TPN and FNB

2011

LAUNCHED FIRST BRICK February April

FIRST HOME REGISTERED End 2011

CMY

3299 TOTAL ON COMPLETION

TYPICAL CASE STUDY IN BUH-REIN ESTATE

51sqm

2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Sectional title

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321

1758

2011

2016

Launched price

Current price

R424 900

R729 900

72% Capital growth over 5 years or 14% p.a.

Initial monthly rent

Completed properties

Under construction

R3 200p/m

To still be completed

R6 500p/m

103% Rental growth over 5 years or 20.6% p.a.

SEVILLE - TOWNHOUSES

VIDA NOVA - APARTMENTS

Current monthly rent

BORTOLI VILLAS - TOWNHOUSES

UNDER

Construction

FROM R 879 900

FROM R1 399 900

FROM R1 459 900

Vida Nova offers 139 one and two bedroom apartments.

Seville offers 31 Single residential townhouses.

Bortoli Villas offers 65 single residential townhouses.

All apartments come standard with fitted blinds and built-in cupboards in all bedrooms. Wall units and granite tops with mosaic splashbacks creates a certain style of elegance in the kitchen. Every unit features a built-in braai with covered patio. For your carâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s care a covered parking bay is included.

All rooms come standard with built-in-cupboards, double volume ceilings, a fully fitted kitchen with a gas hob and separate scullery. It is finished off with granite tops and mosaic splashbacks. A built-in braai and private garden, ideal for pet lovers.

These luxurious homes offer a lifestyle like no other and include the following high quality finishes: mirrored sliding door; built-in-cupboards in all the bedrooms; soft-close cupboards in a modern styled kitchen with granite tops and mosaic splashbacks. Stepping outside will lead onto a covered patio with built-in braai and private garden. For your convenience automated garage doors comes standard.

All costs included | No Deposit

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Covered Parking

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072 142 9094 083 633 4520

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Large family home- walking distance to the beach with lots of entertainment space, pool and jacuzzi. Coza Available. - Flamingo Vlei - R2 295 00 01 October 2016

Excl.Sole Mandate

Glynis Petersen - 082 564 0110

Pierre Bodenstein 076 830 5692 Office: 021 557 1124

FLAMINGO VLEI

Coza - Flamingo Vlei - R2 295 00

BLOUBERGSTRAND R 26 000 pm Bedrooms: 4 | Bathrooms:4 | Garages:2 | Pool:1 WEB REF: 91344176735

Ref: 870968

BLOUBERGRANT

Excl.Sole Mandate

Ref: 861067

On Show

R2 250 000

R2 395 000

RENTAL

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Garages 3 Parking Bays

On Show

Excl.Sole Mandate

Jacqui Mitchell - 073 390 8214

operational

View Furnished Units Pet allowed on GFloor Care Centre Suites open

PARKLANDS Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms:2 | Garages:2 WEB REF: 91344190919

R 1 435 000

R 3 495 000

A HOME OF DISTINCTION. This double storey styled for today with exquisite finishes situated on a corner stand.

Chris Visser 072 340 8461 Office: 021 557 1124

Shelly Guastella 082 312 5092 Office: 021 557 1124

Single Care Centre Suites from R18400pm

R2 095 000

Discover this delightful home, it has a good flow offering all the necessities. Here's home contentment.

R2 495 000

3 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 4 Garages

A splendid buy in Westwood Village near some of the finest schools and conveniently close to all amenities. Sole Mandate

Elizabeth Derman - 072 308 6977

Carel Van Der Merwe 074 604 6895 Office: 021 557 1124

TABLE VIEW

SUNNINGDALE R 2 550 000 Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 2 | Garages: 2 | Pool: 1 WEB REF: 91344190569 Ref: 837290

SUNNINGDALE

Ref: 857491

PARKLANDS NORTH Bedrooms: 3 | Bathrooms: 3 | Garages: 2 WEB REF: 91344189246

4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Parking Bays

Exclusive Mandate

Jacqui Mitchell - 073 390 8214

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