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The latest on golf estates in South Africa Golf estates remain a popular choice for South African and international homebuyers WORDS: BETSIE LOOCK-VAN DER MERWE
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outh Africa is home to spectacular golf estates, many with championship golf courses which have played host to some of the world’s top golfers. Over the years, living on these estates has become increasingly popular and highly soughtafter. What are the current trends and key factors influencing property buyers’ decisions to invest in golf estates? Some of the country’s top real-estate experts share their views and experiences.
Why live on golf estates? “As a warm, sunny country who loves outdoor sport including golf, it is easy to see the appeal of living on a golf estate,” says Samuel Seeff, chairman, Seeff Property Group. “Aside from being able to enjoy this sport as and when you feel like it, golf estates offer a secure, upmarket lifestyle and a fabulous environment for families.”
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Roz Everitt, Eagle Canyon Golf Estate area specialist, Chas Everitt International, adds that nowadays “many residents are not even golfers, but they value and appreciate the estate which lends itself to a lifestyle where nature plays a role too”. Most people choose golf estates for safety and security reasons, and so that their children can cycle, run and play freely within the estate without causing concern for their parents, says Loua Boshoff, broker and owner, RE/MAX Bushveld. According to Seeff, the first-class properties – often luxury houses – in golf estates are another major attraction for buyers who are prepared to pay a premium for a home in a top-ranked estate. “These are residential and investment properties that carry significant status and/or trophy-home value.” Dr Andrew Golding, chief executive, Pam Golding Property group, says, “For some buyers, having the peace of mind knowing that their families are
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securely ensconced within a secure golf estate with access to schooling and infrastructural facilities, enables the major breadwinner – who may well be a corporate executive or entrepreneur – to commute to major centres on business while still residing in a luxury home within a countrified ambience. With technological advances, however, many are able to work from their primary golf estate residence and travel on business only when required.”
current demand is across the board, not just from the high-end buyer,” says Golding. This ties in with the experience of Brandon van der Merwe, Ebotse Golf Estate area specialist, Chas Everitt International, that golf estates increasingly attract a broad spectrum of buyers as there is a range of property types to choose from, ranging from one-bedroom apartments to multi-million-rand mansions.
Current trends Sound investment Over the past several decades, golfestate living has become well-ingrained as a desirable property genre choice. However, “these days it is rare to find a purchase made purely on the golf course itself, although this could be a differentiating factor when making a final purchase decision between two or more estate offerings”, says Golding.
“Estates with additional amenities – thus accommodating a range of interests – are also sought-after. Estate living also gives residents greater control over shared expenditure and development. This has become more important in the current environment of rising utility costs,” remarks Golding. “Also trending, are those estates situated in and around major metropolitan areas or business hubs and in close proximity to good schooling.” Boshoff says another popular trend is that buyers purchase these properties as second or even third homes “that they rent to cover all the monthly expenses of the house with some change left over for the owner”. “Current trends or demand among buyers include strong community involvement, high expectations of technology, ecofriendly properties, state-of-the-art security and aesthetically pleasing environments,” says Everitt. Property professionals also experience a shift in the income profile of golf-estate buyers. “The fact that more and more estates are including a wider range of accommodation – sectional title and retirement villages – suggests that the
As congestion grows and security remains a priority, estate living becomes more popular. Similarly, with estates becoming more sustainable, the appeal to all buyers also grows. Golding explains, “Estate living has become a highly desirable lifestyle choice for many homebuyers, coupled with sound long-term investment potential. Situated within scenic, secure environments, they provide the added benefit of a low-maintenance, lock-up-and-go, less stressful lifestyle with other facilities on site – ideal for both local and international buyers, some of whom spend several months of the year in South Africa.” For Adrian Goslett, regional director and CEO, RE/MAX of Southern Africa, the issue of sustainability is clear-cut. “Golf courses have always had an enticing charm about them, particularly for realestate investors. In fact, many fantasise about the day they get to retire next to their favourite green. The question isn’t whether golf estates are worth investing in, but which golf estates will earn the best return on investment.” Brian Falconer, Chas Everitt International franchisee, Dainfern, expects the fact that comparatively few new golf estates are being planned to have an “extremely positive impact on property price appreciation given the fact that security is so much of a priority in the minds of astute buyers”.
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Security, the community lifestyle and capital growth are some of the reasons buyers are being attracted to the lush surroundings of golf estates. Most golf estates today include such activities as trail running, cycle paths, equestrian facilities and children’s social activities. They’re increasingly also offering a variety of housing opportunities to suit different lifestyle requirements and budgets. CRAIG DIXON, NORTH COAST GOLF ESTATE SPECIALIST, CHAS EVERITT INTERNATIONAL
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GOLF ESTATES OF NOTE: In and around Gauteng • Silver Lakes Golf Estate, Pretoria • Woodhill Residential Estate, Pretoria • Dainfern, north of Fourways • Steyn City, north of Fourways • Serengeti Estates, Kempton Park • The Houghton, The Parks • Eagle Canyon, Roodepoort • Ebotse Golf & Country Estate, Benoni • Heron Banks Golf & River Estate, Sasolburg KwaZulu-Natal • San Lameer, South Coast • Mount Edgecombe Country Club Estate, Umhlanga • Simbithi Eco Estate, Dolphin Coast • Zimbali Estate, Dolphin Coast • Cotswold Downs, Upper Highway
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Eastern Cape • Sardinia Golf & Wildlife Estate, Port Elizabeth • Wedgewood, Port Elizabeth • Little Walmer, Port Elizabeth • Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club, East London • St Francis Links, St Francis Bay • Katberg Eco Golf Estate & Hotel Western Cape • Simola Golf & Country Estate, Knysna • Pezula Golf Estate, Knysna • Fancourt Estate, George • Oubaai Golf Resort & Spa, George • De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate, Stellenbosch • Pearl Valley Golf Estate, Paarl • Steenberg Golf Estate, Tokai • Atlantic Beach, Melkbosstrand WOODHILL GOLF ESTATE
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My business neighbourhood Barefoot Baking is a home-based bakery situated in Waterkloof Ridge
I’m currently also working full time, which limits my time in the kitchen, which is why having a home bakery currently is the best option for me. Q: How did you find your premises? A: I grew up in this house and was lucky enough to move in again with my husband about four years ago.
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arefoot Baking prides itself in the fact that it uses only the best ingredients and all of its goods are made from scratch with love. Owner Nicole Tanith du Plooy tells us more. Q: How did your business start? A: W hat started as a passion and a hobby eventually became a small venture where we love to bring your ideas to life. Barefoot Baking was officially launched in June earlier this year with baked goods ranging from breads to cakes, and a few bespoke and handmade, baked ceramics as well. Q: Why did you choose this area to set up shop? A: Baking from the comfort of my own kitchen in the Pretoria Old East suburb of Waterkloof Ridge, enables me to bake and create whenever I get a chance to.
Q: Why are they ideally suited to your business? A: Baking at home means that I have the time to experiment and be as creative as possible. It also helps in terms of saving on overhead costs and travelling time. Q: Who are your neighbours? A: We have residential owners as our neighbours. Q: What are the shop rental/sales prices like in this area? A: The rental and sales prices in this area are quite expensive. We do not pay rent, but instead, we’re paying off the house’s bond. Q: How many people visit your business each day? A: Barefoot Baking is still a young business and we currently operate on about two to three orders per week, mainly comprising cakes, artisanal breads and Banting brownies.
Q: Do you have any expansion plans? A: We hope to expand in the near future with a bigger kitchen and client base. The dream is to be able to keep creating one-of-a-kind cakes and bringing our clients’ ideas to life. Barefoot Baking also prides itself in collaborating with other small, local businesses, namely Blank Canvas Studio, The Thyste Traveller, PlayFunFitness & Fitfood with Anri and Dandy Pottery Studios. Q: Do you operate online as well? A: Not currently, but I do have a Facebook page. Q: What’s your most popular item/ service? A: Our artisanal marble cake creations, our low-carb and guiltfree Banting brownies, and ceramic coasters are some of our best sellers.
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The psychology of colour Certain colours make us feel upbeat, others not. It’s a complex psychology, particularly when you’re decorating… WORDS: ANNE SCHAUFFER IMAGE: SUPPLIED
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here have been numerous books written about the psychology of colour, and few would argue the theories – but there’s no cut-and-dried directory, because we, as individuals, also carry baggage to the table.
Not a black-and-white affair
Claire Bond from Kansai Plascon, says, “The psychological power of colour is a real thing and worth thinking about when decorating a space. Moving beyond what’s on trend, it’s important to consider how certain colours make you feel as an individual. Rule of thumb is pastels – like calming light blues and greens – create tranquil spaces for bedrooms, while bright reds and yellows work when you’re looking to inject energy into spaces like a design agency. But these things don’t necessarily ring true for everyone and should be used as a guideline when decorating. You must consider your individual preference.”
In her experience, says Paige Waplington, owner and creative director, Redesign Interiors, “Most people are scared of colour. They want neutrals, it’s safer, and the perception is that it’s more cost effective. But we nudge our clients towards colour, to be a little braver because the right colours can really create or enhance a mood and a wall of colour is easy and inexpensive to redo.” Paige always asks clients about their likes and dislikes. “As designers, we subconsciously work with the psychology of it. Strictly speaking, it’s not always about the colour, but rather the shade and tone of it. You love pink? Fine, but it doesn’t need to be shocking. Tone it down, choose a calming variant. You might love lime green, but too much will be overpowering and probably be stress-inducing. We can include a single piece in lime green, but balance it with calming complementaries.”
Colour alters the way you feel in a room
Certain colours affect people in different ways – you may have a negative or positive personal history with a particular colour. Claire says it’s too simplistic to say things like “yellow is a colour which makes you happy”. “Not all colours are created equal and not everyone likes the same thing. Bright yellow in a baby’s room would probably be too much, but a soft pastel yellow would work perfectly.
Similarly, not everyone likes yellow. It completely depends on what the person likes. Ideally, we’d guide people to choose colours that resonate with them, but within the fundamental basics of colour psychology.”
Same room, different colour, different effect on you Claire says, “Imagine what sitting in a room painted black or dark purple would feel like for you? Then imagine re-painting that same room in a minty, pastel green like Desert Spring. Obviously, the room’s look would be vastly different – but, equally, you’ll feel very different.
“Colours are interpreted differently across cultures and according to different life experiences. In Western society, black is associated with funerals, white with weddings. In China, white is the colour of mourning and in India, brides are encouraged to wear red. All these things contribute to how we perceive certain colours and how they make us feel,” she says. “Our experiences of nature also play a major role on how colour makes us feel. Blues and greens especially are naturally found in nature and are used as a way to convey peace in a room, to bring the serenity of the natural environment into a home. Earthy colours act the same way and are often used as neutrals where pops of colour can be introduced,” Claire concludes.
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