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Neighbourhood 22 NOVEMBER 2015

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A taste of Fun times Portugal W CLAIRE BARNARDO

hat are you looking forward to trying out next? We’ve got the latest round-up in food, drinks, and what’s on this week in your city. Go on, try something new.

Pretoria has a wonderful selection of restaurants offering fine Portuguese tapas-style cuisine, platters and seafood dishes WORDS: LISA DEWBERRY

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hether you’re looking for authentic Portuguese seafood at an upmarket eatery or in an intimate setting with tapas-style fare and platters, Pretoria has a wonderful selection of restaurants to satisfy your tastes.

O’Galito Centurion

Situated in Centurion Mall, O’Galito Centurion offers elegant dining in an intimate and relaxed atmosphere with its warm red and grey interior. Tables are dressed with white cloths, and candle burners and fairy lights hang above folding doors that open up onto Centurion Lake.

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O’Galito has an à la carte menu and focuses on seafood. For starters, try the fresh mussels in a creamy wine and

Park Acoustics has become something of an SA institution. Each event promises sunshine, good music, and great vibes

garlic sauce, or char-grilled Portuguese sardines topped with roasted green peppers, onions and olives. For mains, the trinchado in creamy wine and garlic sauce with a touch of chilli, or the Portuguesestyle ribs basted with barbeque or peri-peri are mouthwateringly good. If you prefer to share, the O’Galito platter with mussels, prawns, baby lobster, calamari, oysters and fresh fish is perfect for a group. Wash it down with a Portuguese wine such as the refreshing Casal Garcia Vinho Verde.

Casa Bourguesa

Located off Cliffendale Drive, Casa Bourguesa Tapas and Grill is a cosy 68-seater bistro-style restaurant – the 29th restaurant by husband-and-wife team, Claude Graham and Louise van Rensburg. It offers tapas-style dishes

for a variety of tastes in a European cafe-style setting and is filled with quirky memorabilia from Claude’s personal collection, including framed French magazine cover prints of the 1900 Le Petit Journal, and a Napolean bust. To begin your meal, I recommend the chicken livers grilled Portuguese-style (choose from mild or hot), and the Chouriço Assado, a grilled Portuguese sausage served on a “piggy” dish, flamed in brandy. For mains, be sure to try the Portuguese chicken, grilled and basted with lemon and herb or peri-peri. The soothing international music, homely ambiance and extensive choice of meals make Casa Bourguesa Tapas and Grill ideal for a business lunch or family gathering. Be sure to grab a bottle of tasty homemade anchovy and olive tapenade on the way out.

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ut of ideas for Christmas presents this year? Every year, we break out in a sweat and hit the shopping malls in a froth, looking for options. How about something out of the ordinary for the discerning coffee and tea aficionados in your life?

For the coffee fanatic

Swap out a pair of socks for a sleek and thoughtful gift that would make a coffee lover’s day. Double up on your coffee date at Aroma Coffee and get some much-needed gift shopping done at the same time. Aroma offers a great selection of four roasted coffees, which make a great add-on gift. The store also stocks speciality coffee equipment such as an Aerobie AeroPress coffee maker – perfect for that friend who can’t stand the terrible brew at work. And if you can’t pop into the shop, this light, portable coffee maker is also available online from Yuppiechef. To personalise your gift, add a recipe for iced coffee to combat the summer heat.

For the tea adventurer

Just your cup of tea We’ve rounded up some hot gift ideas for avid coffee and tea drinkers

WORDS: RITA LUDIKE

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It might not be a treasure chest, but a box filled with all things tea-related will certainly warm the cockles of a tea-lover’s heart. Make sure you visit The Tea Merchant, a one-stop tea lover’s shop that purveys quirky tea gear, from beautifully crafted colourful cast-iron or delicate glass teapots, to a wide selection of loose-leaf and blossoming flower teas. Once you’ve stepped into this tea heaven, you might just leave converted. If you need to get your gift in a jiffy this Christmas, it’s just a click away on The Tea Chest’s online store, which is filled to the brim with exotic teas from all over the world. Keep your eyes peeled for TWG Tea’s aromatic White and Red Christmas Tea Collection – the packaging is so beautiful it won’t need wrapping.

SEE FOR YOURSELF: Aroma Coffee 012 362 3560 aromacoffee.co.za Yuppiechef 0861 702 4969 yuppiechef.com The Tea Merchant theteamerchant.co.za The Tea Chest theteachest.co.za

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brandy home Are you exploring Route 62 this holiday season? Then be sure to stop by the Klipdrift Distillery in the intriguing town of Robertson to learn more about SA’s favourite spirit – brandy

ight in the heart of Robertson stands the home of Klipdrift, producer of one of South Africa’s favourite brandies. Enjoy an informative guided excursion that includes a stop in the maturing rooms, laden with oak barrels, where the air is permeated with the sweet, spicy aroma of the evaporated spirit known as the “angel’s share”. Thereafter, visitors can enjoy a brandy tasting and food-pairing of each of their award-winning brandies. Those with either a sweet or savoury tooth now have a tempting reason to visit Klipdrift, where brand home manager Corlia Dys and her team serve a quartet of brandies with matching sweet or savoury pairings, which have been created especially to enhance the flavours of the distilled spirit. This sensory experience will leave you thinking differently about brandy. Klipdrift Export, which has fresh, fruity flavours of apricots and peaches, and toasty notes of hazelnut, is delectably paired with either raspberry fudge, Rudi’s boerewors or a biltong pastry, which support the natural fruity notes found in the brandy. “The pairing of Klipdrift Premium is a uniquely home-grown combination,” says

Dys. The amber brandy with its tobacco and spicy cedar notes is paired with either a creamy, warm, spiced, milk tart fudge, Argentinian chorizo or a bobotie pastry, all enhancing the spicy yet smooth character of this brandy, which collected a silver award at the International Wine and Spirit Challenge (IWSC) as well as the International Wine & Spirit Competition. The full-bodied, mouth-filling flavours of Klipdrift Gold, consisting of ripe peaches, chocolate and tobacco mingle beautifully with a dark chocolate and salted caramelcovered marshmallow, Toulouse Sausage or a fig, gorgonzola and pancetta pastry, enhancing the multilayered flavour notes found in Klipdrift Gold. This potstill brandy lived up to its name by securing a gold award at both the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles and the IWSC. Klipdrift Black Gold, a luscious coffee and chocolate liqueur, is paired with either a pistachio and cranberry mocha nougat, a hot Sicilian sausage or a venison pastry, all complimenting the hints of complex spice, freshly roasted coffee and dark chocolate with subtle undertones of vanilla and creamy caramel. Tours with a tasting last between 45 minutes to an hour and cost R65. If you’re just after the tour it’ll set you back R35.

You don’t have to do a tour or tasting to be a welcome visitor. There’s a lounge with a big-screen TV in which to relax, the clock bar if you just want a drink, and a restaurant serving dishes with a Klipdrift twist, such as the Klipdrift Burger, to fill a grumbling tummy. The restaurant also serves Klipdrift-free meals for children. With so much to do, make sure the Klipdrift Distillery is on your list this holiday.

WE ARE OPEN: Weekdays: 9am-5pm with tours happening at 10am, 12pm and 2.30pm. Saturdays and public holidays: 9.30am-4pm with tours happening at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. Sundays (October - April): 10am-3pm with tours happening at 11am and 1pm.

TASTE FOR YOURSELF: Klipdrift 023 626 3027 klipdrift.co.za

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Brandy on the rise The world brandy market is growing – and South Africa is no exception

WORDS: BELINDA MOUNTAIN

id you know that R3,5bn worth of South African brandy is sold around the world every year? South African brandies have also won the title of The World’s Best Brandy 11 times in the last 13 years at the prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition in London. Despite this, most local consumers don’t know much about this noble drink. Nick Holdcroft, Distell Brandy Ambassador, hopes to change this by leading tastings at the Introduction to South African Brandy course that runs four times a year in Cape Town and Johannesburg. We chatted to him about this up-and-coming spirit. Q: How is the brandy market growing in terms of Gauteng versus the rest of the country? A: Broadly speaking, Gauteng has traditionally been a beer and whisky market, while the Cape and other coastal regions are seen as wine and brandy markets. These lines of distinction are slowly blurring as the popularity of brandy continues to spread. Q: Why is brandy production so strictly regulated in SA? A: We have a proud tradition of brandy production here that stretches back over 300 years. The strict regulations ensure that no short

cuts can be taken and that the finished product is guaranteed to be of the highest quality. Q: Could you explain in simple terms what a potstill brandy is? A: There are two distinct types of distillation methods used in the production of brandy: potstill distillation is a batch process performed in copper potstills, while column-still distillation is a continuous process performed in column stills. Potstill distillation is the preferred method for top quality brandies as the process concentrates the desirable flavours in brandy. Q: Who are our close competitors of potstill brandies in terms of other countries? A: South African brandy is subject to the most stringent production regulations on the global stage, which explains our position as the world’s top brandy producer. I’ve been impressed with a few brandies from Spain and Germany, but, generally, if it’s not one of our brandies that are winning awards, it’s usually another South African brandy collecting the laurels. The judges at these international competitions always get excited when the South African products are brought before them for tasting, and that is testament to the quality we produce here.

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Judges at these international competitions always get excited when South African products are brought before them for tasting, and that is testament to the quality we produce here NICK HOLDCROFT – DISTELL BRANDY AMBASSADOR

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MORE ABOUT THE BRANDY COURSES: The Cape Wine Academy will run three Introduction to Brandy courses in Joburg next year, with the first one in April. The academy can also custom design a formal or informal corporate tasting for your team or clients, at any time of year.

EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF: Introduction to South African Brandy course Kristina Beuthner, 011 024 3616 capewineacademy.co.za

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LOCAL LOWDOWN

The Friday Jam with Marcia Moon

If you like alternative melodic folk music and great coffee, then pull out a chair at Grounded at Echo at 6pm on Friday night (27 November) and sit down for a relaxed evening with Marcia Moon. This is the perfect opportunity to experience all the Moot has to offer in the best way possible. Try some of Grounded at Echoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much-loved coffee and incredible food. If you fancy a glass of wine, bring your own for a minimal corkage fee.

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10th celebration of Heart in the Garden

This weekend, Heart in the Garden is hosting its 10th annual art, craft and design weekend in association with The Finery Fair and Mess & Co. Over 70 artists and designers combined with food fit for a foodie will make this an event not to be missed. The Finery Fair will exhibit its bespoke market on the lawn while playing music from old-school vinyls. The food from Mess & Co will delight your senses offering scrumptious fresh, hand-crafted cuisine made to order. The event is free and will take place from 27 to 29 November from 9am to 6pm.

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If you feel like youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re missing out on a bit of cultural experience lately, the Asbos Theatre will pour some water on your dry spell. Quietly nestled away just off Lynnwood road, Asbos Theatre offers a wonderful space for artists such as Jakus Eloff, Phillip Berg and Wortel Strydom to share their art. Join them for an evening of interpretative storytelling about journeys, how they start and how we return from them. The show starts at 7.30pm on 26 November.

EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF: Heart in the Garden heartinthegarden.blogspot.co.za The Friday Jam with Marcia Moon goo.gl/xiydRl

Park Acoustics: Goldfish and Friends

For the first time ever, Park Acoustics, in association with Jack Daniels and Griet, will host the event on a Saturday. Park Acoustics bids farewell to the year by keeping the party in full swing until midnight. This will be the last event of the year and they are ending it off with headliner Goldfish. This is the first time Goldfish will be performing at Park Acoustics accompanied by the likes of Shortstraw, Haezer and Black Cat Bones, to name a few. Make your way to the Fort on 28 November to enjoy the best of all these firsts and lasts. No under-18s.

Retoer Tickets available online at Tixsa tickets.tixsa.co.za/event/retoer Park Acoustics: Goldfish and Friends Tickets available online at Plankton.mobi goo.gl/jF2laU

Rita-Mari Ludike is a freelance art director, photographer and the blogger behind Rita Hello: ritahello.com

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Pet palaces With many choosing to delay having children or preferring to remain child-free, pets take pride of place in their homes WORDS: CHRIS REID

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here’s a trend towards pet owners having their animals’ digs as design-minded as their own, and with that comes spending significantly more on spoiling their furry progeny. There’s also the related trend of high-end designer breeds – such as the terminally hip French Bulldogs – becoming must-have status items. And when you’re dropping thousands on a dog, their accessories had better match up. While some people go all out and design dedicated pet rooms, the mass-market application of this trend is mainly around bespoke and high-end pet beds. These provide all the comfort of a standard doghouse or cat bed, but with the design sensibility to complement the rest of the room’s decor. Locally, Kitticraft produces products in this vein, using laser-cut wood as its medium for a sophisticated, trendright look. Internationally, we’ve seen everything from custom-designed desks with cat play tunnels to doghouses that mimic Frank Lloyd Wright homes. The overall mindset is summed up by Canadian furniture designer Gamla: “Your dog’s objects should be made with the same quality as yours.” While the idea of luxury pet homes seems like an extravagance to many people, the motivation behind it is interesting from a social standpoint. After all, many people claim that their pets are a part of the family, and now they can provide them with the living quarters to prove it.

SEE FOR YOURSELF: Kitticraft kitticraft.com Gamla gamla.ca

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NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT Shining a light on SA’s featured neighbourhood

Spotlight on Centurion There are many reasons to love and settle in Centurion WORDS: LISA DEWBERRY

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The peaceful, well-maintained area of Centurion with its large houses, flats, estates, smallholdings and friendly residents with a strong sense of community; is ideal for families, students and young professionals. Centurion is located between Pretoria and Midrand, and borders on the City of Johannesburg Municipality, Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality and Mogale City. It was granted city council status in 1962 as Lyttelton and renamed Verwoerdburg in 1967. The name Centurion was chosen by residents in 1995 to match the name of Centurion Park (now called SuperSport Park). The area became part of the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality in 2000. Clive Napier, ward councillor for Lyttelton Manor East for six years and Lyttelton Manor West for nine years, says new property investments are pouring into the Centurion Business District. According to him, a piece of open land adjacent to Centurion Mall will soon accommodate an international convention centre and offices for the African Union and United Nations, contributing to the prestige of the area. Golf estate living is popular in this area. Centurion has some of the oldest, most beautiful and prestigious golf clubs in Pretoria; like Copperleaf’s The Els Club, Irene Country Club, Centurion Country Club and Zwartkop Country Club. Angela Ochse, a resident of Centurion for six years, likes that it offers easy access to highways to Pretoria, Johannesburg, OR Tambo Airport and Polokwane, plus it has four railway stations

(including a Gautrain station) in West Street. Trains run north to Pretoria and Hatfield, and south to Sandton and Johannesburg Park Station, making commuting to work a pleasure. “The station has four feeder bus routes to Highveld, Rooihuiskraal, Wierdapark and Southdowns. It is convenient for office workers and has resulted in a boom in office park and infrastructure development in the area,” says Angela.

A piece of open land adjacent to Centurion Mall will soon accommodate an international convention centre attributing to the prestige of the area CLIVE NAPIER, COUNCILLOR

Lizl Steggman has lived here all her life, and enthuses about Centurion’s fantastic sporting facilities, including SuperSport Park, Centurion Bulls Action Sports Arena and Zwartkops Raceway. SuperSport Park is home to the Titans cricket team, who have played home games there since 2004. “Centurion Bulls Action Sports Arena has five indoor sports courts to play action cricket, hockey, soccer and netball all year round. Zwartkops Raceway is used for high-speed motoring in competitions and driver development, has 4x4 driver training, vehicle evaluation facilities and a kart circuit,” says Lizl. Centurion has been home to Bonita Tapai for four years, and she believes that when it comes to shopping, residents are spoilt for choice with centres such as Centurion Mall, Jean Avenue Crossing and Centurion Lifestyle Centre. She says Jean Avenue Crossing opened stores including Woolworths, Pick n Pay and Dis-Chem in February, providing a modern shopping experience. “Centurion Mall has recently been renovated and provides open-air shopping with many store choices. Centurion Lifestyle Centre offers clothing, banking, health and food choices. One doesn’t have to travel far to buy everyday essentials and these centres have great fashion, dining, entertainment and grocery options,” says Bonita.

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professionals. The hospital includes a 24-hour Accident and Emergency Department with helipad and on-site Netcare paramedics. If it’s schools you need, Centurion has top English and Afrikaans schools including Lyttelton Manor High School, Irene Primary School, Hoërskool Centurion, Cornwall Hill College, Laerskool Wierdapark and specialised academies such as Prue Leith Chef’s Academy. These education centres aim to provide education reflecting the needs of the community for learners to reach their full potential. Sean White has lived in Centurion for 15 years, and enjoys its cultural and historical sites, including Smuts House Museum, Irene Village Market, Rooihuiskraal Historical Terrain and Animal Farm, Irene Dairy Farm and Air Force Base Waterkloof. He says with many little hidden places in the area, he is still discovering new places to visit. “The Irene Village Market, which has stalls with food, arts and crafts and curios at Smuts House Museum, is a great family outing. The Rooihuiskraal Historical Terrain has an animal farm, children’s playground, picnic area and braai facilties,” says Sean. He frequents Irene Dairy Farm for fresh dairy products and organic produce. Sean adds that every second year, the African Aerospace and Defence Show with air demonstrations at the Waterkloof Air Force Base is a highlight for residents. The peaceful area of Centurion with its supportive community, interesting events and convenient educational and entertainment facilities offers a friendly, dynamic environment in which to set down roots.

When it comes to medical facilities, Unitas Hospital, one of South Africa’s largest private hospitals, is situated in Centurion and offers world-class health care through the latest technology and experienced medical

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The name Centurion was chosen by residents in 1995 to match the name of Centurion Park (now called SuperSport Park). The area became part of the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality in 2000

WHAT TO DO IN AND AROUND CENTURION: • W atch a cricket match at SuperSport Park • T ake an advanced driving course at Zwartkops Raceway • P lay golf at the Centurion Country Club • H ave a picnic at Rooihuiskraal Historical Terrain and Animal Farm • A ttend Irene Village Market at the Smuts House Museum • P lay action cricket, hockey, soccer or netball at Centurion Bulls Action Sports Arena

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When it comes to shopping, residents are spoilt for choice with centres such as Centurion Mall, Jean Avenue Crossing and Centurion Lifestyle Centre BONITA TAPAI, RESIDENT

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Buying in Centurion The monthly bond repayment to purchase a typical property in Centurion, such as a three-bedroom house, with the median asking price of R2,45m, is R22,837 a month over 20 years at prime of 9,5% with no deposit.

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Properties listed for sale in Centurion comprise approximately 11% of the total sale listings in Gauteng.

Approximately 11% of the interest (views) in properties for sale in Gauteng is attributable to properties listed for sale in Centurion.

Properties listed for rent in Centurion comprise approximately 6% of the total rental listings in Gauteng.

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Approximately 6% of the interest (views) in properties for rent in Gauteng is attributable to properties listed for rent in Centurion.

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Median asking prices for Centurion properties

R2,45m For a typical property (three-bedroom house)

R1,23m

R680,000

R2,5m

In a complex

For a flat

For a house

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Property types for sale

13% Complex

5% Flat

82%

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27% Complex

Median monthly asking prices for Centurion rentals

R15,400 For a typical rental property (three-bedroom house)

27% Flat

46%

R9,500

R15,500

R6,700

In a complex

For a house

For a flat

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Swing A time in KZN golf estates

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ccording to Lightstone Statistics, freehold property in a number of well-known golf estate developments in KwaZuluNatal have shown real resilience and a rebound in capital growth following the 2007/08 recession. Andrew Golding, chief executive, Pam Golding Properties, says that from 2010 to 2015, the resale value of freehold property analysed, has increased by 26,2% in Mount Edgecombe Golf Estate, 50,3% in Zimbali Coastal Resort, and 179,4% in Simbithi Eco Estate. Why the demand? Golding says it is less about the golf, and more about the lifestyle – secure, less urban, and with good educational facilities around.

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NATIONAL NEWS STORY Opening the door to different neighbourhoods in SA

SA’s most expensive suburbs MILLIONS

CLIFTON

34%

SANDHURST

35%

LLANDUDNO

50%

BANTRY BAY

38%

WESTCLIFF

18%

BISHOPSCOURT

69%

DUNKELD

51%

FRESNAYE

83%

CONSTANTIA

54%

CAMPS BAY

54%

AVERAGE HOUSE PRICE IN 2010 AVERAGE HOUSE PRICE IN 2014/5

hile the national average house price has, according to FNB, breached the R1m price mark, South Africa’s top 10 suburbs now also boast an average selling price of R10 million-plus, says Samuel Seeff, chairman, Seeff. Seven out of the 10 suburbs are located in the Cape metro, and include the top five Atlantic Seaboard suburbs of Clifton, Bantry Bay, Camps Bay, Fresnaye and Llandudno, along with Bishopscourt and Constantia in the Southern Suburbs. Three Johannesburg suburbs are in the top 10 list – all in the Sandton area: Sandhurst, Westcliff and Dunkeld. “These suburbs have emerged in the post-recession era as the blue chip locations of the country where wealthy buyers, both local high-net-worth individuals and foreign buyers from countries like Britain and Germany, will put their wealth,” says Seeff.

New to the neighbourhood:

Eldoraigne, Centurion There’s nothing more exciting than moving into a new neighbourhood. Here’s what Sanet Halgryn loves about her new home in Centurion WORDS: ANDREA KIRK

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First-time buyers should know what their rights are and hold the previous owners accountable

Millennials rising

Q: What do you love most about your new home? A: I love that it’s completely open plan, but that you can also close off certain areas. This means I can entertain my friends while my teenage kids entertain their friends, and we don’t get in each other’s way. I also love that the entire living area opens up onto the garden through glass stacking doors. I’m a very keen gardener, so this feature really sold the property to me.

ALTERNATIVE REAL ESTATE CAPITAL MANAGEMENT REPORT, NOVEMBER 2015

First retirement village in Mauritius

Aimed at the over-55s, the Le Domaine de Grand Baie retirement village is in the Grand Baie region. The 155 catered and serviced apartments, which range from studios to three bedrooms, start from $230,000 (R3,3m). The retirement village includes 10 exclusive three bedroom villas priced from $720,000 (R10,4m). “This is not only the first retirement scheme on the island, it is also the first time that foreigners looking to relocate permanently or invest in

Mauritius are able to do so through this kind of residential development,” says Chris Immelman, MD, Pam Golding Properties International & Projects Division. “Unlike South African life rights schemes, units in this Mauritian retirement scheme are owned on a full title basis,” he says. “A significant benefit for investors is the 11-year, guaranteed rentals of 2,99% to 4,26%, depending on the type of unit. Being a euro-based return makes this ideal as an offshore investment,” says Immelman. Construction of the new retirement development is planned to commence in May 2016.

Q: How did you find your property? A: I was initially planning to rent and take my time in finding a house to buy. I was also planning to downsize from my 400m2 property in Rustenburg. Instead, I saw some pictures of a house at RealNet Properties and asked the agent, Cecile, to take me for a look. I ended up making an offer on the 1,550m2 property right away. Q: Is there anything you wish you’d known before you started looking? A: The process is not always completely transparent from the seller’s point of view. Cecile helped me push for some necessary items, such as the electrical clearance certificate. Everything worked out fine in the end, but first-time buyers should know what their rights are and hold the previous owners accountable.

Millennials are bringing changes to real estate sub-markets with strong preferences for urban living and working, choosing smaller living spaces than the typical homes in the suburbs that appealed to their parents. Millennials value “live, work, play” communities where residents of all ages, ethnicities and income brackets live side by side

he news of the launch of the island’s first retirement scheme, which welcomes foreign buyers, is bound to receive a positive reception.

fter three years of commuting 260km a day from Rustenburg, Sanet Halgryn decided enough was enough. She bought a threebedroom home in a great area, and is excited about fixing it up to make it her own. She tells us what she loves about her new home and neighbourhood.

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Q: Did you know which area you wanted to be in – and what’s your favourite thing about it? A: Yes, I specifically wanted to be in Eldoraigne – it’s very central. I work in Pretoria and Johannesburg, so I’m close to both. I also enjoy the fact that it’s an older, more established area. There are lots of big, leafy trees, and the properties are large and well looked after. Q: Do you have a favourite local coffee spot? A: I get my coffee fix at the nearby local Mugg & Bean.

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Property subdivision on the rise Densification, demand, and financial reward are reasons for property subdivision WORDS: LISA DEWBERRY

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ith the demand for homes escalating in certain regions and more individuals opting for simpler, lower-maintenance and lower-cost living, the number of properties being subdivided over the past 10 years has risen. Lew Geffen, chairman, Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty, says this is particularly true of older, established, affluent residential suburbs that are completely developed, often with freestanding properties between 2,000m2 and 6,000m2. “The primary motivation for subdivision is usually financial. While owners might sacrifice half their gardens, they stand to bank a substantial amount of money without losing their dream homes. If owners wish to subdivide a property, they should consult local authorities first about whether subdivision is possible in their suburb and engage the services of an attorney to assist with expediting the process,” he says. According to Geffen, subdivision depends on the town or city’s bylaws and how they pertain to particular suburbs. If the intention of the subdivision is to sell, owners should weigh up the cost of the process versus a realistic sale price for the land. “Depending on where the land is situated, it might not be worth the eventual time and expense.

Owners should also factor in potential loss of peace and privacy. If they are used to living in isolation on a large property, a cluster development on their doorstep will alter their quality of life,” Geffen says. Herschel Jawitz, CEO, Jawitz Properties, says subdividing a property lowers the costs of running a large home, including maintenance outlays, and decreases the rates. He adds that it allows owners to tap into significant amounts of equity in their property that can be used for retirement, or paying off the existing mortgage or other investments. “Most suburbs where the original stands are a meaningful size – generally in excess of 2,000m2 – allow for subdivision, but only to a certain size of 1,000m2 or 500m2. The size of the subdivision is determined by rules set by town planning departments, and in many suburbs, residents’ associations oppose subdivision applications that go below the minimum accepted size,” says Jawitz. It could take more than a year to apply and get subdivision rights granted, says Jawitz, and owners should understand the costs of selling the stand, including capital gains tax, costs of application to subdivide, and agents’ commission on the sale. He says it’s important for owners to get a good sense of what the subdivided stand would be worth, and understand the impact on the value and enjoyment of the existing property when considering subdividing.

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Gated estates becoming ever more popular WORDS: LEANDI CAMERON

And they both have a point. There are many areas where the government is failing to create the right environment for business. Concerns are being raised almost daily that South Africa is quickly becoming an unattractive investment destination. However, the corporate sector is not exactly covering itself in glory. Issues of corruption, collusion, tax evasion, exploitation and flouting environmental laws are unfortunately far too common. The great danger we face is that the two problems feed off each other. The more the government puts obstacles in the way, the more businesses retreat into a mentality of not caring for anyone but themselves. And the worse the corporate sector behaves, the more the government feels it has to regulate and stifle it. It is a deeply unhealthy relationship, and one that urgently needs fixing. Both parties really need to take a step back and consider more rationally what they need from the other and what they are willing to give in return. Because society needs business – just as business needs society. As the man considered by many to be the father of modern economics, Adam Smith, famously pointed out: “It is not from the benevolence of the butcher, the brewer, or the baker that we expect our dinner, but from their regard to their own interest.” There is an awful lot distilled into that single observation, because it is as relevant in the microeconomic world of the country-town butcher supplying meat to the locals, as it is to the macroeconomic world of what makes a country able to provide for its citizens. Businesses must be encouraged to prosper and grow and to be profitable. We must do everything we can to support those who chase after building their own wealth because in serving their own interests they are also serving society. But it can’t end there. Simply hunting profits is not adequate. Businesses have to appreciate that they can only thrive if the society they are in is also thriving. That’s why it is so important that the government and business come to an understanding. Ultimately it’s a bit of a no-brainer. When the government supports business and business supports society, there are no losers.

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ccording to Andre Le Sueur, director, Far Properties, homes that are not located in estates are taking a backseat to estate investments and living. “Areas on the far east side of Garsfontein in Pretoria East are where most buyers prefer to buy their homes or to rent. These areas are central and all of them are estates,” he says.

ne of the biggest obstacles to implementing effective economic policy in South Africa is the high level of distrust that exists between the government and business. Broadly speaking, both parties seem to think that the other is not being supportive.

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The area has a loyal following of buyers, as it offers security and good property values in estates ANDRE LE SUEUR, DIRECTOR, FAR PROPERTIES

He adds that the location is very important, as it is a central area that is near hospitals, shopping centres and good schools, and close to many businesses, which leads to great property value increases. The centrality also means that traffic is less of a problem in this area - something that most buyers consider a key factor when choosing a new home. “The area has a loyal following of buyers, as it offers security and good property values,” he adds. And of course, there’s the lifestyle factor to consider. Pretoria East is known for its leafy streets and

village atmosphere: a quiet haven close to the city, and easily accessible from the N1 and the N4. Both young professionals and young families seek out the area. According to Le Sueur, thirty-two sectional title homes were sold in Garsfontein in 2015. The total worth of property sold is R30,8m. Twenty full-title homes sold in this area, with a total worth of R30,9m. In one security estate, The Wilds, twenty-four sectional titles were sold, worth a total of R36,6m. The property average of the homes sold was at R1,526/m2. Fourteen full-title homes were sold in The Wilds for R60m, the average price of which was R4,250m. “Estates are also good for creating work opportunities for garden services, domestic cleaners, property maintenance, handymen, builders, plumbers, painters, security guards and administration services,” Le Sueur concludes.

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Home loan questions: Answered WORDS: BRIDGET MCNULTY

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Hatfield expands Q: What type of home loan should I apply for? A: Before you start applying for your home loan, you should consider the type of home loan product that is most suitable for your needs. Nedbank offers four options:

A student pastime closes to make way for the new WORDS: ZENA LE ROUX

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atfield Square, one of the University of Pretoria students’ favourite drinking spots, has closed down – but it’s merely making way for an exciting new development that will inject life into the popular student district. According to Danie Basson, COO Hatfield City Improvement District, the decision taken by the owners of Hatfield Square was aimed at providing accommodation, as there is a huge demand for residence in the Hatfield area. Respublica Student Living Property Fund and Redefine Properties will lead this new development in a joint venture. The aim is to provide an ecosystem for living and learning that is clean, modern and conducive to promoting academic success for its student communities. This new area will include residences, as well as leisure and retail facilities.

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Mike Ruttell, executive director of development, Redefine Properties, says the development will be ready for occupation by the end of 2017. He is confident that the square will then be the social hub of Hatfield once again.

a. Single rooms b. Single rooms with en-suite bathroom and a kitchenette c. Shared rooms d. Cluster rooms with two dedicated bathrooms and a shared kitchen e. Postgrad rooms with en-suite bathroom, kitchenette and dining area

Craig McMurray, CEO, Respublica, says the redevelopers will be working hard to make Hatfield Square even more of a student hub for another 2,200 students in the coming years. Sensitive to the role of Hatfield Square in Pretoria’s student lifestyle, the original square will be retained for public enjoyment.

While meeting the needs of students will be the main focus in this precinct, it will also provide a rejuvenated public space. The community will enjoy a social meeting place that offers convenience stores, coffee shops and restaurants. The new residences will also include a weekly cleaning service, a canteen, a rooftop gym with a running track, computer rooms, games rooms, a swimming pool, laundry and study spaces. They will offer access to Wi-Fi, with one GB per student per month included.

1. Ordinary home loan

This is a flexible home loan that can be tailored to your individual needs. You can use your home loan to finance the purchase of an existing residential property or to make some improvements to your existing home.

2. HomeVision

This is an ordinary loan with an excess amount. This home loan allows you to register a bond larger than the required loan amount, creating a surplus amount that can be accessed later. The loan is available to you when your income and the value of the property has increased. You will have to apply for the surplus funds, with each application being subject to Nedbank’s credit approval policy.

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Another new Respublica student residence to take notice of is Eastwood Village in Arcadia Street, which will launch early in 2016 – applications are already open.

Nedbank Home Loans has compiled a free step-by-step buyer’s guide to empower first-time homebuyers and anyone who is considering purchasing a new home. For more information, visit nedbank.co.za/homeloans.

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This allows you to accumulate a cash surplus by depositing extra funds into your account on a monthly basis, or from time to time. These funds are yours to withdraw any time you like and enjoy any way you like. Plus, as you’ll be boosting the balance in your home loan account, you’ll also be reducing the interest on your loan.

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Area Guide A: Amandasig

Lynnwood Manor

32, 44

M: B: Baileys Muckleneuk

Blue Valley GolF Estate

Boardwalk Meader

Brooklyn

36, 40

Brummeria

Woodhill

Woodhill Golf Estate

Midstream Estate

Mnandi AH

Monavoni

Zwartkop

Monument Park

Zwavelpoort

Mooikloof Eq Esate Mooikloof Gardens

41 41

38, 43

33, 37, 43, 45

Muckleneuk

Clearwater Estate

41, 43

Murrayfield

Constantia Park

43, 44

Cornwall Hill

Cornwall Hill Estate

32, 45

Donkerhoek

N: Newlands

O: Olympus

P: Pretorius Park

Protea Aftree Oord

Eastwood

40, 46

Eco Park Estate

Elarduspark

34, 40, 44

Rietfontein

Eldoraigne

32, 36, 38

Rietvalleirand

34, 37, 41

Equestria

31, 32, 43, 44

Rietvlei View Country Estate

Rooihuiskraal

F: Faerie Glen

33, 36, 40, 44, 46

G: Garsfontein Gezina Groenkloof

44 31 40

Hatfield Hennopspark Hillcrest

S: Silver Lakes

Silver Lakes Golf Estate

37, 41

Six Fountains

Six Fountains Residential Estate

Soutdowns Estate

H: 46

Thatchfield Close

38, 39

The Reeds

32, 39

The Ridge

The Wilds Estate

I: Irene Proper

Irene Wood Estate

K: Kameeldrift East

Kyalami AH

V: Val de Grace

Valley View Estate

Villieria

W: Wapadrand

Waterkloof

37, 42

32, 40, 44

Waterkloof Glen

Lydiana

Waterkloof Heights

34, 42

Lynnwood

36, 40

Waterkloof Ridge

Waverley

L: La Montagne

Lynnwood Glen

Centurion Golf Estate

Die Wilgers

Willow Park Manor 36, 41, 45

Moreleta Park

Willow Acres Estate

Meyerspark

32, 38

Menlo Park

Celtisdal

Die Hoewes

Wierdapark

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46 44 - 45 48 43 35 30 - 34 38 - 42 36 - 37

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