Commercial-Retail Property for sale: Commercial-Retail in Jeffreys Bay South Africa Jeffreys Bay Jeffreys Bay is a picturesque town situated on the coast of the Eastern Cape. Bracketed by an amphitheatre of towering mountains and its world renowned surfing beaches. Talented surfers skilled to ride their boards in the tubes of majestic waves or just ahead of the great white rollers will tell you that the professional rate Jeffreys Bay amongst the ten best surfing points in the world. Jeffreys Bay (Afrikaans: Jeffreysbaai) (34°02'S 24°55'E) is located on the magnificent Garden Route. The town is situated just off the N2 Highway, about an hour's drive southwest of Port Elizabeth. Jeffreys has grown from a sleepy little fishing town over the past few years and is one of the fastest expanding town / city in the country. Jeffreys Bay has been one of the fastest growing towns in South Africa over the past 20 years The development Jeffreys Bay has been one of the fastest growing towns in South Africa over the past 20 years and although fragmented retail nodes had sprung up along the main beachfront road, its CBD has become congested. In 2002 when the property market had started booming, the developers recognized the trend in Jeffreys Bay and decided to utilize farm land to develop a ‘new business and shopping node' for Jeffreys Bay and the whole Kouga region. With this 600 ha tract of land, the developers could plan and design a modern mixed-use development, comprising retail, commercial, industrial, residential and retirement components. Within the first 18 months of operations, the business had generated R70 million of property sales. The developers were approached by Atterbury Properties who had developed a number of shopping malls around the country and had also purchased adjacent land for a residential golf development. A transaction for the mall land was concluded and construction commenced in August 2007. This high-profile mall development has had the effect of precipitating sales of retail, commercial, industrial and residential properties in the development. The effect of having a mall in close proximity has encouraged local businesses to follow the concentration of consumers to the development. This convergence of commerce has been referred to as ‘The Power of The Mall,' which effectively creates a powerful growth node. In order to provide businesses the opportunity to be located as close as possible to the mall, the developers have created a Business Park next to the mall and alongside the main access road from the N2 highway into Jeffreys Bay. With all the existing industrial land already taken up, the Industrial Park development, positioned opposite the mall on the other side of the Humansdorp road, provides a supply of new light industrial developments to the area. Although the Industrial Park and Business Park are 75% sold out, there are still prime sites available, which, in the light of the growth node principle, constitute excellent investment opportunities. The construction of a new regional mall is the first sign of massive growth coming to an area. This has been the case at Fourways mall in Johannesburg, Gateway in Umhlanga, Lifestyle in Ballito and the Somerset mall where the new mall has been the catalyst to massive growth. The dominant regional mall attracts massive numbers of consumers and other businesses move to the area to capitalise this consumer traffic. This sets in motion a domino effect and the demand for k

house, 682 m² Lovely, neat family home in quiet residential area. Home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 newly renovatd bathrooms, study, and double garage. Open plan kitchen, 3 living areas and indoor braai! Lovely entrance hall and swimming pool! Undercover entertainment area. The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 3 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Its main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R12 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the unit’s location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates since 2003 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experienced very similar capital growth rates as the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

house, ± 680 m² Overlooking open green pastures, this house offers quiet and tranquility. Lots of space for the large family and close to schools. Enclosed secure fencing makes it safe living. Goedehoop General : Goedehoop borders on the Lourensriver (west) Strand Main Road (east), Broadway Boulevard (south) & Gants area (north). Goedehoop can be subdivided in three regions, i.e. Old Goedehoop, New Goedehoop & Strandvale. The first houses were built during the 1970s. Strandvale forms the northern section of Goedehoop – from Aerodrome to the back of the Gants area & from Lourensrivier to Main Road. New & Old Goedehoop borders on Da Gama street – with New Goedehoop lying to the West of Da Gama & Old Goedehoop stretching east up to Main Road. Property : This popular area, boasts bigger plots than those of Strand North, averaging around 800 sq.m. (the last vacant erf of 800 sq.m in New Goedhoop sold recently for R750 000). Properties in Goedehoop are predominantly own title free standing houses. Townhouses are being limited to a small section behind the Spar Shopping Centre on Broadway. Depending on location, properties in Goedehoop are selling between R800 000 and R2 500 000. Educational facilities : The Boland College campus are located in Aerodrome Road & Strand High in Sarel Cilliers. The primary school (Lochnerhof) is in Sarel Cilliers – about 200 m from Old Goedehoop (same street as Strand High). The ACVV crèche is next to the SPAR complex. Hoërskool Strand ( English - Strand High School) is an Afrikaans medium school with more than 1 000 students, headmastered by mr Christo Vorster. It offers grade eight to grade twelve (matric). Website : www.strandhigh.co.za . Adress : 205 Sarel Cilliers, Street, Tel: 021-8531056, E-mail: admin@strandhigh.co.za Hottentots Holland High School is an Afrikaans- and English medium school situated between Somerset West and Strand, alongside the N2 national road. It has more than 1000 students and 44 teachers. It offers grades 8 through 12 (matric). Tel : 021-8521405 Gordon High School is situated on Cnr. Of De Beers Ave & N2. Tel : (021) 8522540. The Principal : bjsimons@hsgordon.wcape.school.za . The school community consisted out of 40 educators, 7 non-educators and 1249 learners. Website : http://www.hsgordon.wcape.school.za . Boland College is a Further Education and Training Institution. The Strand campus courses includes Secretarial, Human Resources Management, Engineering courses & the National Senior Sertificate-qualification. Sport Facilities : The Charles Morkel Sports Complex includes the Helderberg Rugby club, Strand tennis club, Helderberg tug of war club. The Strand golf course is adjacent to New Goedehoop – on the other side of the Lourensriver. Commercial Facilities : Convenience SPAR shopping centre (includes pharmacy, doctor rooms, physiotherapist, video shop, home industry, electronics shop & an optician) next to a petrol station with a 24hrs-shop. General : The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 4 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Strand’s main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was nominated the best family beach in South Africa in 2007. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R11 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the units location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates between 2003 & 2006 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Capital growth in the Strand has during the last months of 2007 & beginning 2008 dropped from the abovementioned high levels along with the rest of the country – with buyers taking control of the market. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experience very similar capital growth rates than the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

flat Beautifull Ocean View Two one bedroom units or one 2 bedroom unit with ensuite bathrooms in hotel complex. Fully furnished. Bigger unit has open plan living area with fridge, microwave oven, cutlery, crockery etc. Private balcony. Hotel management will do renting on your behalf when not in use. Communial swimming pool. Strand South General : Strand South is bordered by Beach Road in the south – between Main Road (western border) & Greenways (eastern border). Twin Palms lies directly to the north above Gordons Bay Road. It is close to the central business district and also includes the Voortrekker Caravan Park – adjacent to Greenways. The section of beach running alongside Strand South’s southern border, is called Mostert’s Bay. It is especially popular with anglers and the “doggie beach” (the only place on Beach Road where you can legally take your dog for a walk on the beach) is right next to it alongside the Greenways beach area. Property Market : The area is constantly increasing in value as renovators add upmarket touches to old properties. House prices vary between R800 000 and R1,2 million – whilst renovated houses are already being marketed up to R1,8 million. Most erfs is between 400 to 500 sq.m. in size – potential value about R1000 /sq.m for houses, whilst developers close to the beach paid about R2000/sq.m. Strand South is still more affordable than Strand North. The appearance of Strand’s Platinum Mile between Central Beach Road & Greenways (specifically between Blakes Terrace & Strand Beach Hotel) had a very positive spinoff on property values in the suburb. The development of 3 upmarket apartment blocks right behind the Platinum Mile in Strand South during the last two years, also had a positive influence on especially the older apartments in the suburb – increasing in value & attracting investors who are upgrading the apartments interiors. Educational facilities : Variety of secondary schools available : Strand High - 4 kms from South Strand & Hottentots-Holand High (7kms), whilst the primary schools, Lochnerhof Primary (3 kms) and Hendrik Louw Primary (2 kms) is also very close. Boland College is about 6 kilometres from the Suburb. Hoërskool Strand ( English - Strand High School) is an Afrikaans medium school with more than 1 000 students, headmastered by mr Christo Vorster. It offers grade eight to grade twelve (matric). Website : www.strandhigh.co.za . Adress : 205 Sarel Cilliers, Street, Tel: 021-8531056, E-mail: admin@strandhigh.co.za Hottentots Holland High School is an Afrikaans- and English medium school situated between Somerset West and Strand, alongside the N2 national road. It has more than 1000 students and 44 teachers. It offers grades 8 through 12 (matric). Tel : 021-8521405 Gordon High School is situated on Cnr. Of De Beers Ave & N2. Tel : (021) 8522540. The Principal : bjsimons@hsgordon.wcape.school.za . The school community consisted out of 40 educators, 7 non-educators and 1249 learners. Website : http://www.hsgordon.wcape.school.za . Boland College is a Further Education and Training Institution. The Strand campus offers courses such as Secretarial, Human Resources Management, Engineering courses & the National Senior Sertificate-qualification. Sport Facilities : The Charles Morkel sport complex (rugby, squash, tennis & tug-of-war) is about 4 km from South Strand. The Virgin Active (7kms), Strand Golf Club (5kms). The Strand’s olympic size in house swimming pool is situated on Beach Road – directly adjacent to the Pavillion. The bowls club is within walking distance from South Strand – right behind the police station & Strand’s railway station. Commercial Facilities : The Southend Shopping Centre is situated along its north eastern side - on the c/o Gordons Bay Road & George Street – offering the best late night shopping option in the Strand, with a OK Bazaar, various take-away food venues (pizzas / burgers / chicken), after hours pharmacy, video shop etc. ). The Somerset Mall (regional shopping centre) is about 6 kms from Strand South. The Strand CBD area is directly adjacent to the suburb – the biggest part of the suburbs is within walking distance to the CBD, where all the banks / Dorpsmeent Shopping Centre etc are located. Strand Background Information : General : The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 4 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Strand’s main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was nominated the best family beach in South Africa in 2007. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R11 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the units location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates between 2003 & 2006 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Capital growth in the Strand has during the last months of 2007 & beginning 2008 dropped from the abovementioned high levels along with the rest of the country – with buyers taking control of the market. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experience very similar capital growth rates than the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

flat New apartment with partial seaviews in a apartment block 100m from the beach (Platinum Mile). The complex offers all the amenities associated with the latest developments on Beach Road - but at a fraction of the price, including laundry, gymnasium, swimming pool & basement parking. Strand South - Suburb Information: General : Strand South is bordered by Beach Road in the south – between Main Road (western border) & Greenways (eastern border). Twin Palms lies directly to the north above Gordons Bay Road. It is close to the central business district and also includes the Voortrekker Caravan Park – adjacent to Greenways. The section of beach running alongside Strand South’s southern border, is called Mostert’s Bay. It is especially popular with anglers and the “doggie beach” (the only place on Beach Road where you can legally take your dog for a walk on the beach) is right next to it alongside the Greenways beach area. Property Market : The area is constantly increasing in value as renovators add upmarket touches to old properties. House prices vary between R800 000 and R1,2 million – whilst renovated houses are already being marketed up to R1,8 million. Most erfs is between 400 to 500 sq.m. in size – potential value about R1000 /sq.m for houses, whilst developers close to the beach paid about R2000/sq.m. Strand South is still more affordable than Strand North. The appearance of Strand’s Platinum Mile between Central Beach Road & Greenways (specifically between Blakes Terrace & Strand Beach Hotel) had a very positive spinoff on property values in the suburb. The development of 3 upmarket apartment blocks right behind the Platinum Mile in Strand South during the last two years, also had a positive influence on especially the older apartments in the suburb – increasing in value & attracting investors who are upgrading the apartments interiors. Educational facilities : Variety of secondary schools available : Strand High - 4 kms from South Strand & Hottentots-Holand High (7kms), whilst the primary schools, Lochnerhof Primary (3 kms) and Hendrik Louw Primary (2 kms) is also very close. Boland College is about 6 kilometres from the Suburb. Hoërskool Strand ( English - Strand High School) is an Afrikaans medium school with more than 1 000 students, headmastered by mr Christo Vorster. It offers grade eight to grade twelve (matric). Website : www.strandhigh.co.za . Adress : 205 Sarel Cilliers, Street, Tel: 021-8531056, E-mail: admin@strandhigh.co.za Hottentots Holland High School is an Afrikaans- and English medium school situated between Somerset West and Strand, alongside the N2 national road. It has more than 1000 students and 44 teachers. It offers grades 8 through 12 (matric). Tel : 021-8521405 Gordon High School is situated on Cnr. Of De Beers Ave & N2. Tel : (021) 8522540. The Principal : bjsimons@hsgordon.wcape.school.za . The school community consisted out of 40 educators, 7 non-educators and 1249 learners. Website : http://www.hsgordon.wcape.school.za . Boland College is a Further Education and Training Institution. The Strand campus offers courses such as Secretarial, Human Resources Management, Engineering courses & the National Senior Sertificate-qualification. Sport Facilities : The Charles Morkel sport complex (rugby, squash, tennis & tug-of-war) is about 4 km from South Strand. The Virgin Active (7kms), Strand Golf Club (5kms). The Strand’s olympic size in house swimming pool is situated on Beach Road – directly adjacent to the Pavillion. The bowls club is within walking distance from South Strand – right behind the police station & Strand’s railway station. Commercial Facilities : The Southend Shopping Centre is situated along its north eastern side - on the c/o Gordons Bay Road & George Street – offering the best late night shopping option in the Strand, with a OK Bazaar, various take-away food venues (pizzas / burgers / chicken), after hours pharmacy, video shop etc. ). The Somerset Mall (regional shopping centre) is about 6 kms from Strand South. The Strand CBD area is directly adjacent to the suburb – the biggest part of the suburbs is within walking distance to the CBD, where all the banks / Dorpsmeent Shopping Centre etc are located. Strand Background Information : General : The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 4 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Strand’s main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was nominated the best family beach in South Africa in 2007. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million whilst own title varies between townhouses of R400 000 & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo, as well as the entry level market sectional title properties starting at about R340 000. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 5 years or about 48,8% per year! Capital growth has since the beginning of 2008 virtually flattened out – on par with the national trend. Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Beachfront property is at present selling from +-R7 100 per sq. to R30 000 per square meter. The existing complexes on Beach Road can be categorized in 4 different price brackets according to “age & finishes” with the average price per square meter: 1. Older than 20 years = R 7100 to R13 500 per sq/m 2. 10 – 20 years = R11 000 to R15 000 per sq/m 3. 3 – 10 years = R11 000 to R22 500 per sq/m 4. new developments = between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the units location in the apartment block. Resales are between R16 000 & R24 700 per sq/m. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates between 2003 & 2008 of about 150 % (30% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Capital growth in the Strand has during 2008 dropped from the abovementioned high levels along to less than 10% with the rest of the country – with buyers taking control of the market. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experience very similar capital growth rates than the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

terraced house This well built development is situated in scerene area near the Bonza Bay River . Stroll to the upper reaches within 2 minutes , birdlife and a country feel . Secure complex by established developer . Final phase of the devlopment about to complete. This is a great investment for an investor or a young entrant into the property market. Features : Exterior Finish : Masonite Appliances : Oven Range Roof : Concrete Tile Sewer/Water Systems : Public View : Pasture, Panoramic Background Information East London : Location: South Africa's only river port city is situated on the Buffalo river on one of the most attractive stretches of the Eastern Cape coastline. Sweeping white beaches extend for miles - uncrowded and unspoilt. . Several seaside resorts are scattered along the coastline, all within a short distance from East London. Climate : The climate is temperate. History : Several well-preserved examples of 19th century architecture enhance the charm of the city, e.g. the City Hall & Lock Street Goal. Infrastructure : Educational facilities : Sporting Facilities : Water sports are enjoyed all year round. East London has positioned itself as a sportman's mecca, hosting Provincial, National and International sporting events. The wide variety of sporting activities on offer, cater for groups as well as the individual. Commercial Facilities : Buffalo City — made up of East London, Bisho and King William’s Town — is a case in point. The city has a small manufacturing base, dominated by auto manufacturer DaimlerChrysler, to which much of the town serves in a supply capacity. The company manufactures the Mercedes-Benz C class, mostly for export through the city’s port. But Buffalo City is in a tenuous position. Formal private-sector jobs are shrinking: there were fewer jobs in 2004 than there were in 1996. The only growth in formal employment has come from the public sector, which since 1996 has risen steadily. Population growth (the city’s population at the last census was 700000) is close to zero — an indication that people are leaving due to a lack of opportunities. There has been little, if any, improvement to the port or airport since they were built. Not even the boom in coastal property has attracted new investors and there is almost no development on the beachfront. Buffalo City at a crossroads. With little going for it right now, in terms of growth, getting a viable long-term plan in place will determine whether government will leave it to sink or help it to swim. Government, in the office of the Presidency, has developed a national spatial development perspective (NSDP) which will now inform where resources should be allocated. Property Market : East London still offers buyers and investors many worthwhile properties for less than the national average selling price of almost R900 000 . The inner city areas in East London are also affordable for many middle-income buyers - in contrast to the CBDs of Cape Town and Johannesburg - and there is the added attraction of living close to work and all amenities. The best areas to look for when searching for moderately priced homes in the R600 000 to R1m price range, include Amalinda, Cambridge and surrounding suburbs, as well as isolated possibilities in areas such as Southernwood, Quigney, Greenfields and Sunnyridge. Residential property in the Southernwood and Quigney areas is mainly made up of flats & investors can purchase really decent two-bedroom flats from around R350 000. If investors are looking for much cheaper areas within the city of East London, two-bedroom houses can be purchased for between R150 000 and R200 000 in the Mdantsane area. Here most homes are historically not considered as investment properties in the traditional sense - with the majority of the buyers being “previously disadvantaged”. In the Amalinda area, good middle-class homes can be purchased for R800 000 or less. The demand for homes in this area is high, especially among buyers who wish to be close to family and friends in Mdantsane. Things to Do : A variety of theatres, cinemas and a selection of restaurants to sample. East London has something for everyone, whether you're a sporting enthusiast, fisherman, historian, nature lover, or simply in need of a rejuvenating break away from it all. . River mouths, lagoons and gullies provide a paradise for fishermen East London Museum Explore the - home of the Coelacanth and the world's only Dodo egg. Anne Bryant Art Gallery Visit the Gallery - built in 1905, a fine example of late Victorian architecture, it contains varied and valuable art collections. Calgary Transport Museum The Museum - 13 km from the City, has a collection of wagons and a Gypsy Caravan. German Settlers Memorial The Memorial - commemorates the 1858/9 arrival of more than 2000 German men, women and children which helped to expand the settlement. The Queens Park Zoo & Botanical Gardens Offer a variety of mammals and reptiles, set in lush surroundings, which can be enjoyed by the whole family. East London Aquarium Visit the Aquarium, home to approximately 400 species of marine life and watch the seal show. Latimer's Landing Visit Latimer's Landing - waterfront development on the Buffalo River with restaurants and pubs. Boat trips up the river are available and Yacht trips and Pleasure cruises can be arranged. The coastal region from Port st Johns to Port Alfred is fast becoming one of the most sought after areas to invest in Property. The indigenous , unspoilt surroundings are a huge attraction , dispalying one of the most diverse and unspoilt natural eco systems in the Country. Visit www.inkwenkwezi.co.za to get a taste of the numerous coastal disease free game parks that are attracting tourism from all over the globe. Economic development is at it's all time peak with well managed industrialisation projects like the IDZ ( Industrial Development Zone ) in full swing , and major manufaturers like Daimler Chrysler SA investing Billions in import and export of quality vehicles through the Buffalo Harbour Port. Property prices are rocketing and some areas have recorded 100-200% increases in value over a mere 2-3 years. All indications are that this trend will continue , maybe less vigourously with 20-30% growth P.A. in the stable interest rate environment and demand growing daily for the quality of life in East London the best kept secret in South Africa An unprecedented building boom pushed the value of building plans passed by the Buffalo City Municipality (BCM) in the Eastern Cape last year to over R1 billion for the first time in history, the Dispatch reported on Thursday. Property experts say the boom has been fuelled by new housing and shopping centre developments as well as investment flowing into the East London Industrial Development Zone (IDZ). The total value of plans in 2006 was a touch over R1 billion compared to 2005’s R708 million. Explaining the 41 percent increase over 2005, BCM mayor Zintle Peter said the city was experiencing a period of positive growth not seen in decades. "There are many factors responsible for the building boom, including a stable macro-economic environment and low interest rates, but I am heartened by the people who are now confident to invest in the property market," she said. Some of the big property investments over the last year included seven new companies investing R395 million in the IDZ and a R150 million mini-mall in Gonubie. June saw the highest amount of building plans passed at R187 million, followed by October with R180 million. Border-Kei Chamber of Business executive director Les Holbrook expects this year’s approvals to be "way more" than last year. Holbrook said the property boom was the result of business confidence in the city from local, national and international investors who have realised the city provided a "solid investment return". - Sapa

house Over a century old house on a corner plot in the beautiful Riebeek Kasteel in the Swartland. Zoned for business or residential, it can be changed to the best buy in that area. Oregon Pine window and door frames to give the charm of a area gone by. With a loft the same size as the house, this is a must see and renovate to see and get back the old way of life. Features : Interior Features : Fireplace, Ceiling Fan, Carpeted Floors Lot Features : Lawn, Swimming Pool, Trees / Shrubs, Corner Lot, Fenced Yard, Garden Area Exterior Finish : Brick Extra Features : Covered Parking. Background Information : Riebeek Kasteel & Riebeek West (The Riebeek Valley) Introduction : The valley and its twin towns, Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West, lie an hour northeast of Cape Town. The Riebeek Valley has to be one of the most picturesque spots in the Swartland. As Cape Town traffic has faded, you leave the N7 at Malmesbury. The Kasteelberg rises before you like a stone fortress. Drive over Bothmanskloof Pass, and there it is... Lifestyle : The valley became known for its eccentric artists, alternative lifestylers and genial locals. While village gossip and the ravaging summer heat are downsides, the balance of the year is great. It’s so beautiful, there’s very little crime, and the community spirit is excellent. Riebeek Kasteel is the more elegant town, with a Eurocentric square surrounded by shops and restaurants. Yet Riebeek West has its own draw cards – large Victorian houses, and more peace and quiet. The Valley has a collection of restaurants, coffee-shops and bars which struggle to exist, and it still has the commercial disadvantage of being “on a back road”. No real commercial attractions exists and the Valley certainly do not have a population to support the hostelries that began to spring up. For three centuries, the valley was the preserve of Afrikaans farmers. Fifteen years ago, things changed. The majority of the properties sold are not as holiday homes, but to people want to live in the Valley. Buyers are drawn by the scenic beauty, good schools, and the proximity to Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Tygervalley. With the property boom and the olive festival has come a different type of settler. ‘It is no longer only the “artistic types” or retirees, but now includes the mainstream people & even more younger people who have made money and don’t need to be in the city. There are no real opportunities for employment in the Riebeek Valley, so you have to be self-sufficient – work from home, commute, or have a private income. As more companies outsource and employ less, people may as well live in a beautiful place and do business with a computer. Demograpics : 88% of the population speak Afrikaans while only 2.5% speak English. 78% of the population of the Riebeek Valley is coloured, 18% white and 4% black. History : The solitary mountain was ‘discovered’ in 1661 during an expedition into the hinterland led by Corporal Pieter Cruythoff, and named ‘Riebeeck’s Kasteel’ in honour of the governor and his Cape castle. Later, Willem van der Stel offered land in the area to colonists, and the farms Allesverloren and Kloovenberg were established. Among the first farmers were Huguenots, who planted vineyards. Artisans including wagon makers joined the farming community in Riebeek Kasteel, while retired farmers settled in grander houses four kilometres away in Riebeek West. Property Market : The attraction of cheap property is no longer to be found as properties are as expensive as any in the better suburbs of Cape Town, and there is still very little infrastructure. 800m²-900m2 plots sell for R400 000; Entry-level houses start at just under R1-million The majority of properties sell between R1m- to R2m; Top-end properties - over R4m. Popularity peaked in 2004 . Property in Riebeek Kasteel is the most expensive in the Swartland district. Capital growth over the last year increased only 4% while cheaper areas were catching up fast (Malmesbury 11%, Darling 47%, & Porterville with a 37% capital growth). In Riebeek West (15.23%), the average price of property sold has risen from R557 750 to R680 351 over two years. A handful of upmarket developments are taking root in the valley. Average sale prices in the Swartland during the past year: Malmesbury (R623 000), Moorreesburg (R477 000), Riebeek West (R680 000), Riebeek Kasteel (R735 000), Porterville (R467 000), Darling (R618 000), Hopefield (R412 000), Citrusdal (R406 000), Clanwilliam (R530 000) and Piketberg (R427 000). General information : Restuarants : According to the 2007 edition of Eat Out, there are no less than seven entries for the Riebeek Valley amongst South Africa's best 800 restaurants. The Barn, Bishops at the Riebeek Valley Hotel, Café Felix, Café Oppie Square, Cook and Gardener, Kasteelberg Inn and Bistro, Pleasant Pheasant. - The Barn for views +27 22 448 1377 - Café Felix +27 22 448 1179 - Kasteelberg Bistro on Kasteel’s town square +27 22 448 1110 - L’Attitude for pizza +27 22 448 1440 For info on the olive festival and accommodation, visit www.riebeekvalley.info For valley information, see www.riebeekvalleyhandbook.co.za or call Riebeek Valley information at +27 22 448 1584, +27 22 461 2459 or Swartland Tourism +27 22 487 1133 (sources : (1) Property Professional / Catriona Ross (2) Property Scout)

house Private & secure home with staff accomodation. It is fully walled. 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS OFFICE AREA TV ROOM LOUNGE DINING ROOM ELO LAUNDRY POOL BRAAI AREA IRRIGATION Background Information Kimberley Although Kimberley remains heavily mining dependant, its local economy is increasingly diversifying. The Northern Cape generally is doing well on the strength of mining and agriculture and, to a lesser extent, tourism and this is benefiting all sectors of the regional economy. Different market segments are performing differently in Kimberley, with most of the action being below the R400 000 mark, but there is still good demand and reasonable volumes up to R850 000. Life is also being injected into the market by new developments in Hillcrest, Minerva Gardens and Royaldene, but the town layout does not lend itself to easy expansion and most types of stock are in short supply. The new Kimberley Mall on the south side has major retailers as anchor tenants. Also a new cement plant is planned for Postmasburg and Mittal Steel is expanding output at the Sishen iron ore mine which exports worldwide via Saldanha Bay on the Western Cape coast, all of which is expected to have positive spinoffs for local property. Affordability rather than location is dictating where first-time home buyers and investors purchase residential properties in Kimberly, on the back of five years of dramatic house price growth. Rising commercial activity in Kimberly has been partly responsible for the escalation in entry-level house prices at around R500 000. The city’s growing economy has also pushed up prices at the top end of the market, where it is no longer uncommon to find homes with price tags of R3 million and more. Kimberly’s rapid transition into a major commercial hub in the province in recent years has also seen demand for business premises escalate. This has impacted on former residential suburbs and stock levels since homes are now rapidly being converted into offices as demand for rental space outstrips supply. Among the key economic drivers of the city are an upswing in tourist volumes, a R50 million project by mining conglomerate De Beer’s to upgrade the “Big Hole” as a tourist attraction, along with the construction of a R44 million Protea Hotel adjacent to it, and a R64 million expansion of the Diamond Pavilion Shopping Complex. Some of the city’s valued land is also being utilised to build a R662 million medium security facility, all of which have undermined the city’s stocks of vacant land. In sought-after areas particularly, there are simply no vacant stands for development available any longer. As a result, former “grey areas” are no longer being shunned but are growing in status and popularity by those with limited spending power. Buyers with R500 000 to spend will qualify for a small, old-style home with wooden floors and pressed ceilings on a stand of up to 1000 sqm. These homes, which generally require renovation, tend to be found in suburbs such as Kimberley North, De Beers and West End. Those with higher affordability tend to head for the Memorial Road area, and in particular the streets of Carrington Way and Milner Street, which are within walking distance of the private and popular Christian Brothers College. To purchase an immaculate, original Victorian house on a stand of around 2 000 sqm buyers can expect to pay around R3 million. These prices were unheard of a few years ago, but are now well within reach - and being paid - by executives from the diamond and other industries. While top-end stock is relatively easy to come by, Kimberly is in serious need of sectional title developments and flats, owing to the suppressed affordability levels of first-time, middle market and investor buyers. Property in Kimberly is a superb investment but investors must realise their bond repayments are unlikely to be covered by rental incomes owing to ongoing property price growth which has outstripped the rental market. They are unlikely more than R3 000 a month for a two bedroom flat. Capitalising on the huge demand for residential rentals, Kimberly has seen a rapid increase in the number of home owners turning their garages and other outbuildings into bachelor pads. The rentals they are receiving are being used in many instances to supplement their bond repayments. Most of these tenants tend to be single people unable to afford to buy their own homes. DOUBLE GARAGE CHERRYWOOD KITCHEN

terraced house, 280 m² A neat and cozy townhouse with a huge loft! 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Building Size: 120sqm Stand size: +-280 Open plan kitchen and lounge. 2 carports. Security estate. Spacious Kitchen Background Information Brits Property Market : Brits is since 2006 one of South Africa’s fastest growing towns, mainly due to the mines expanding and its workers needing to purchase a residential property or properties, stands, plots, farms, game farms or various investment properties. While there are buyers aplenty, properties are scarce. This has led to selling prices vaulting up to the point where they are now in line with Absa’s national average of around R900 000. Freestanding properties with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a swimming pool and double garage on 1000sqm in the suburbs of Voeltjiedorp and Boomdorp are now selling for R950 000. At the top end of the market, properties in the Brits area are being bought for as much as R2,5m, predominantly by company directors moving into the area due to its industrial and mining activities. In the older suburb of Central Brits, freestanding houses on 1500sqm have become popular with developers who are demolishing them to make way for blocks of flats. Two years ago, these were entry-level properties that sold for between R500 000 and R700 000. They are now selling for upwards of R750 000 and stock is in short supply Meanwhile, owners of large stands have cottoned on to the area’s widespread demand for accommodation and are building second dwellings on their properties to let. The rental market is booming to the point where they cannot accommodate demand. Currently, the average rental for a standard three bedroom home - most sought after by workers in the mining industry - is R3 800 a month. Future of Property Market : Housing trends in future will reflect a "tale of 2 plattelands", with mineral rich platteland areas and those nearer to the large metros fairing far better than the far-flung towns. As the large metros grow, some of the platteland areas will gradually be partly or fully "absorbed" by the metros. Areas northwest of Pretoria / Tshwane, such as Brits and Hartebeespoort Dam may be good examples. Platteland towns such as Brits which is nearer to the metros have got a lot going for them in future, being able to capitalise on economic activity flowing out from the metros. As they "burst at the seams", cashing in on some urban commuters, as well as the growing metro "getaway" market. The Rustenberg / Brits is benefiting from a commodities boom (especially Platinum), and Eskom is expanding electricity generation capacity around it. As Gauteng runs out of space, and as the existing space becomes more pricey, so new industrial and commercial activity will look for “new places to happen”, which will benefit Brits. General : Brits is a fertile, citrus-producing area irrigated by the waters of the Hartebeespoort Dam. The area is very safe with a good infrastructure including good schools, medical facilities and shopping and entertainment. Improved access to Pretoria, along with the expansion of its mining and industrial sectors, has transformed Brits from a sleepy little town into a residential, investment and holiday destination of choice. Within a radius of 50km, holidaymakers are spoilt for top destination choices, ranging from bushveld game lodges to award-winning resorts. Brits is not only an important agricultural irrigation area, it also has an adjacent industrial growth point, GaRankuwa. However, it’s the area’s ever-expanding mining activities that remain the major draw card for buyers. The biggest platinum mine in the world, Barplats Crocodile River Mine, is situated on the outskirts of the town. There is also the Brits-based Hernic Ferrochrome smelter, which happens to be the world’s fourth-largest ferrochrome producer. 94% of South Africa's platinum comes from the Rustenburg and Brits districts, which together produce more platinum than any other single area in the world. In addition, there is a large vanadium mine in the district. Commuting to work from one province to another every day might sound like a lot of driving, but Brits residents who work in Pretoria are spending far less time on the road than many people who both live and work in Gauteng. Since the construction of the Platinum Highway, it takes 35 minutes to travel from the North West province to Pretoria East. It’s also a relatively quick journey to Pretoria’s industrial suburb of Rosslyn, taking on average just 25 minutes. This, along with Brits’ proximity to some of the country’s most scenic bushveld, has become a draw card for a growing number of end-user and holiday-home buyers as well as a sizeable following of investors. History : Founded in 1924 on the farm Roode Kopjes, it was named after the owner Gert Brits. The First Boer War armistice treaty was signed in 1864 beneath a karee tree just to the south of Brits. A speech by General Hertzog in 1912 at the nearby De Wildt railway station led to the formation of the National Party. Climate : Temperatures in Brits range from 17º to 31º C (62º to 88º F) in the summer and from 3º to 21º C (37º to 70º F) in the winter. Annual rainfall measured on properties in Brits totals about 360mm (approx 14in), with almost all of it falling during the summer months, between October and April. Location : Location is one of Brits greatest natural advantages, especially for its farms and game farms properties as well as new developments offering stands for sale. Brits is located close to the Magaliesberg mountain range, which extends in the northeast about 130km (about 80 miles) from Pretoria to Rustenburg. Brits is also en route to the well known Pilanesberg Game reserve, located in the crater of an extinct volcano that features some of South Africa’s most unique holiday properties. Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Brits offers an escape route to the real Africa. Destination Direction Route Distance Hartbeespoort southeast R511 21Km Beestekraal northwest R511 36Km Akasia east R566 37Km Assen northwest R511 61Km Rustenburg west R512 65Km Pretoria east R512 52Km Thabazimbi north R511 121km Pilanesberg/Sun City 120km Sporting Facilities : There are five golf courses to choose from and four of them are within 10 minutes drive from each other. The Pecanwood golf estate next to Hartebeespoort Dam is a very high-end development that boasts a Jack Nicklaus signature course. Water sports predominate due to the Hartbeespoort Dam, which offers great boating and yachting as well as canoeing, windsurfing and swimming. Attractions : Atractions include the De Wildt Cheetah Research Centre (specializes in breeding and studying cheetah, king cheetah, brown hyena, suni, blue duiker and wild dogs), Granite Works (the larges diamond saws in the world are used to cut the blocks), Vaalkop Nature Reserve, Le Croc Tours, Rainbow Cultural Village, Margaret Roberts Herbal Centre, Arendsnes Sports Academy and Adventure centre. Brits is also the birthplace of the first cloned animal in Africa, a cow. Emergency Numbers Brits Police 012 252 9300 Brits Fire / Ambulance 012 250 2222 Hospital 012 252 3311 012 252 1100 Water 012 250 2125 Brits Municipality 012 381 9100 O/H Brits Electricity 012 250 212 Brits Towing Services (AA RSA) 012 252 4094 A/H 083 727 9393 012 252 6444 O/H Educational Facilities : Schools Laërskool Brits 012 252 3317 Laërskool Olienpark 012 252 5658 Hoërskool Brits 012 252 3228 Hoërskool Wagpos 012 255 5646 Thornhill Primary School 012 257 6001 Lighthouse Christian Collage 012 252 1450 Spiekeries Springbokkies Kleuterskool 012 252 0741 North West Province of South Africa : Investing in property in the North West Province of South Africa makes sense as it is one of the fastest growing province in South Africa. South Africa's North West Province is strategically located between Botswana in the west and the economic powerhouse and industrial heartland of Gauteng in the east. The province offers vast mineral resources, a sophisticated tourist industry and agricultural abundance. The province is home to bases for a number of international companies such as BMW, Samsung, Tiger Wheels, Shanghai Video and Audio, Lear Corporation, Kromberg and Schubert, Nestle, HJ Heinz, Hong Kong's Universal Enamelware, Firestone Tyres and Robert Bosch, to name a few. For property In the northern areas, the city of Rustenburg represents the major industrial and residential centre of the North West Province, boasting well developed industrial and mining infrastructures as well as world famous tourist resorts. In the densely populated far eastern areas you will find property in Mabopane, Brits, Ga-Rankuwa and Temba. These towns are residential, agricultural and industrial centres and the economy of the area is closely linked to that of neighbouring Gauteng. The North West Province offers a year round, sunny temperate climate with hot summers and mild winters. This is a summer-rainfall region and the weather is usually dry with a short rainy season from December to March. The hottest months are usually February and March and the coldest, July and August.

building plot, 2825 m² Vacant erf which has been subdivided into 2 properties. The front portion already has plans approved and the water has been connected & a foundation has been laid. The ohter section can also be subdivided into 2 erfs. Empangeni & Richard Bay Background Information : Property Information : Empangeni and Richards Bay is experiencing a severe shortage of residential, commercial and industrial stands and there appears little prospect of the local authority being able to meet demand in the near future. The continual expansion of industries around the deep water port and rise in demand for homes has exceeded the capacity of the local authority and that while plentiful land is available, it has not been zoned or serviced. Current major developments include a new R350-million shopping centre of 30 000 sqm being developed in the Richards Bay CBD with Game as the anchor tenant. Meanwhile, the Super Spar Centre is being extended and a final announcement on the planned R700-million Tata Steels ferrochrome smelter is expected soon. New capacity for residential development is being planned by the municipality, this will only come on stream once infrastructure is in place and is not expected for about two to three years. The road link between Richards Bay and Empangeni, for example, is presently under construction and the upgrade will only be completed in three years' time. There has been a new wave of sectional title developments in Richards Bay as developers have sought to address the chronic under-supply in relation to demand. Sectional title units also sell well in the town because they tend to be more affordable than freestanding properties. The complete drying up of new residential building land in the town. This, is in spite, of developers eager to launch new projects. He believes the local authority, the City of Umhlatuze, has so far neglected the rezoning process to readily make new building land available. Sectional title units start at around R300 000, with top-of-the-range units reaching around R1,2-million, while freehold homes start at around R650 000. However, all spare capacity in terms of land for new sectional title developments has now been taken up and as a result, traditional freehold homes are rapidly being subdivided and converted into duettes. Meanwhile, buy-to-let sales are continuing at a steady pace, despite the fact that the rental market is currently oversupplied and that returns on these investments have fallen. "Investors see the area continuing to expand and rentals showing strong growth in the wake of more industrial and commercial projects. Empangeni Background Information : History : In 1851, the Norwegian Missionary Society established a mission station on the banks of the eMpangeni river. The river was named after the profusion of Mpange trees (Treema guineensis) growing along its banks. The mission was later moved to Eshowe, 61 kilometres north-west. In 1894 a magistracy was established. The Zululand Railway reached the town in January 1903 and linked the area to Durban and Eshowe. The government planted eucalyptus trees in 1905 as part of an experimental timber plantation. The plantation was a success and led to a large scale planting along the coastal belt. In 1906 Empangeni became a village. Rapid expansion began when a sugar mill was erected at Felixton. The establishment of the Empangeni Sugar Mill set the area on the road to rapid development. Empangeni was officially proclaimed as a township on 15 January 1931 and declared a borough on 13 October 1960. General : Empangeni is a town in KwaZulu-Natal Province situated only 15 kilometers from Richards Bay the main harbour town in KwaZulu Natal. Empangeni is approximately 160 kilometres north of Durban, situated in hilly country side of the Uthungulu District, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The City of uMhlathuze was formed by joining the towns of Empangeni and Richards Bay together. Empangeni overlooks a flat coastal plain and has a sub tropical climate with an average climate of 28.4oC in summer and 14.5oC in winter. Services : Property Service Businesses : Airconditioning services .Empangeni Solar Blue (035) 772 2649 .Richards Bay Exland Airconditioning (035) 789 8662 .Improved Airconditioning Systems (035) 789 7391 .PCI (035) 797 3423 .Pro Air Services (035) 789 0990 .Zul Cool (035) 789 8290 . Attorneys Empangeni Kloppers Incorpoated (035) 772 2700 .Schreiber Smith (035) 772 3516 .Truter James de Ridder (035) 772 1911 Richards Bay Connie Marais (035) 789 7968 .Duvenage Inc (035) 780 7200 .Kloppers Incorpoated (035) 780 7300 .Schreiber Smith (035) 789 1324 .Shepstone & Wylie (035) 780 7250 Truter James de Ridder (035) 789 1226 Carpenters / Woodwork Richards Bay Woodies Woodwork (035) 789 8419 Electric Motor Repairs : Richards Bay Kuthula Rewinds (035) 751 1313 Garden Services BayScapes 082 578 3467 Interior Design ; Richards Bay A Touch of Class (035) 753 3013 Landscape Services : BayScapes 082 578 3467 Locksmith : Richards Bay Kevin's Keys (035) 789 8057 Mr Lock Mr Key (035) 789 4907 RB Lockmiths (035) 789 9583 Security doors : Empangeni Superior (035) 772 2904 Vimba Security Doors (035) 787 1319 Richards Bay : Safe & Sound - Trellidor (035) 787 0325 Security Services : Richards Bay Chubb Security : 0861 035 911 Inyala Security (035) 550 1412 Security Systems : Richards Bay Boardwalk : Security World (035) 789 7467 Security window tinting : Empangeni Solartint (035) 787 3888 : Richards Bay Solartint (035) 789 4777 Underwater Services : Richards Bay Dormac (035) 797 3717 Municipality : Uthungulu District municipality - 035 7992501 Empangeni Tourism Bureau - 035 9011617 Educational Schools : It has two major High Schools, Empangeni High , St Catherines (A catholic convent), along with three major primary schools, Grantham Park, Heuwelland and Empangeni Prep. Contact details : Empangeni preparatory school 035 7921465 ; Heuwelland Primary school 035 7725780 ; St Catherines 035 7724414 ; Empangeni Christian School 035 7923772 Nursery Schools & Day-Care : Pinocchio 035 7724841 St Catherines 035 7724414 Religious : Churches : Eagle's nest community church - 035 7860507 ; Church of Christ - 035 7921874 ; Holy Cross Anglican parish - 035 7922570 ; Methodist Church - 035 7726095 ; Victory Family Church - 035 7923404 ; Trinity Evangelical Lutheran church - 035 7723702 Medical : Emergency : Empangeni Hospital - 035 9028500 ; Empangeni Garden Clinic - 035 9028000 Ambulance - 10177 Doctors : Dr C Greeff - 035 7726635 ; Dr A Naude - 035 7726635 ; Dr DJ Struwig - 0.57921310 Gynaecologists : Dr MG Matebhere - 035 7722651 Dr JJ Sokolewicz - 035 789 2590 ; Dr Willem vd Walt - 035 789 6624 ; Dr S Welman - 035 7726916 Dentists : Dr D du Plooy - 035 7723920 ; Dr J Jacobs - 035 7723920 ; Dr Kashmira Makan - 035 9028213 ; Dr PD Swan - 035 7727231 ; Dr EA Vawda - 035 7924877 Pshycologists : Dr Shelly Hall - 083 6551699 Specialists : Dermatologist - Dr KC Westermann - 035 7890808 ; Ear, Nose & Throat specialist - Dr G Charlton - 035 7925569 ; Eye Specialist - Dr Johann de Lange - 035 7922200 ; Eye Specialist - Dr WP Wasserman - 035 7924775 ; Homeopath - Dr Lance F Giles - 035 7721325 ; Chiropractor - Dr J Ralph - 035 7721268 Opticians / Optometrists : Moffatt Optical Sanlam Centre - 0.5 7726843 ; Moffatt Optical Game Centre - 035 7923639 ; Nyathikazi Optometrists - 05 7722325 ; HW Jones Sanlam Centre - 0.5 7726021 ; Spec Savers Sanlam Centre - 035 7722899 Pharmacies : Medi-park pharmacy - 035 7923470 ; Pillbox pharmacy - 035 7723570 ; Plaza pharmacy - 035 7725230 ; The Rail pharmacy cc - 035 7870522 Veterinarians : Zululand veterinary hospital - 035 7726937 ; S P C A Zululand - 035 7929129 COMMUNITY SERVICES : Advice desk for abused women – 0800150150 ; Aids toll-free line – 0800012322 ; Childline – 0800055555 ; Eskom – 0860204560 ; Fire rescue - 035 7973911 ; Life line - 035 7974222 / 0827619111 ; Netcare 911 ambulance – 0800333444 ; Rape Crisis centre - 035 9028517 ; South African Police - 035 9012475 / 2478 ; SPCA - 7929129 Recreational Activities : The biggest attraction in town is the Empangeni Art and Cultural History Museum, on Turnbull St. The museum has exhibitions on traditional Zulu culture and the early days of the sugar cane industry, as well as a sizeable collection of oil paintings and temporary exhibits of local art. Highlights include photographs of early sugar farms and displays of traditional Zulu clothing and crafts. The Enseleni Nature Reserve, about 13km north of Empangeni on the N2, has picnic spots and a 7km hiking trail on which you may come face to animal life, mostly zebra and impala. Golf : It is a 18 hole golf course with a driving range. There are golf carts for hire & a proshop on the grounds. Golfing competitions are held every Wednesday & Friday. Length : 5983 m (men) & 5183 m (ladies). For the adventurous: HELICOPTER FLIGHTS: JNC Helicopter Tours, Umhlanga - 082 3903566 HORSE RIDING: Rocking Horse Riding school, Ballito - 084 5102198 ; Wellesley Stables, Umdloti - 083 7881881 ; Bhangazi horse trails - 035 550 4438 ; Exodus Horse Trails, Pongola - 034 435 1123 MICROLIGHT FLIGHTS: Ballito Bay Microlights - 082 659 5550 MOUNTAIN/QUAD BIKING: Fat Traxx Quad Trails, Ballito - 082 4775837 ; River quad trails - 032 942 8014 ; Mountain Bike Trails, Pongola - 034 435 1123 ; Quad & Two Wheeler Off Road Adventures, Pongola - 034 413 2766 SCUBA DIVING: Dive Nautique, Umhlanga – 0835532834 CANOEING AND KAYAKING : St Lucia Kayak Safaris - 035 590 1233 For the more sedate: BIRD WATCHING/TRAILS/SAFARIS: Heritage Safari Tours - 035 590 1133 ; KZN Wildlife, Mpila - 035 550 1718 ; Leisure Eco-tours - 035 550 4059 ; Zululand Aquatic & Animal Adv. - 035 550 0681 ; Wilderness Trails Reservations - 033 8451067 ; Rhino tracking, Pongola - 034 435 1123 FISHING: Umhlanga deep sea fishing - 083 659 1694 ; Euro Zulu Safaris - 035 590 2173 ; Le Jon Charters - 035 590 1212 ; Irie Tiger Fishing Safaris, Pongola - 034 357 6518 BOAT TOURS : Advantage tours, St Lucia - 035 590 1259 ; KZN Wildlife, St Lucia - 035 590 1340 ; St Lucia Safaris - 035 590 1047 WALKS/HIKING: Emoyeni Trail (guided 4 day trail) - 035 590 9002 ; Bhangazi Trail - 035 590 9002 ; Mziki Trail (guided 3 day trail) - 035 590 9002 ; Wilderness trails, iMfolozi - 033 845 1000 ; Wilderness trails, St Lucia - 033 845 1000 DOLPHIN & WHALE VIEWING: Dive nautique, Umhlanga - 083 5532834 ; Infinity marine enterprises, Ballito - 083 4489314 ; North coast dolphin viewing - 082 510 6516 ; Advantage Tours - 035 590 1259 Restaurants : 60's diner & restaurant (035) 787-1408 Anchors cast (035) 788-0217 Bongumusa restaurant (035) 795-1022 Ebhodweni african cusine (035) 772-3546 Jack's restaurant & take-away (035) 787-0604 Neliswa eating house (035) 772-4285 Oxtails (035) 772-4398 Porky's pizza parlour (035) 772-3750 Sondoni tavern (035) 792-4259 Spur steak ranches (035) 772-5542 Sources : www.kznnorthhappenings.co.za & www.richemp.co.za

house Beautiful house on Game Farm - superb finishes. Empangeni & Richard Bay Background Information : Property Information : Empangeni and Richards Bay is experiencing a severe shortage of residential, commercial and industrial stands and there appears little prospect of the local authority being able to meet demand in the near future. The continual expansion of industries around the deep water port and rise in demand for homes has exceeded the capacity of the local authority and that while plentiful land is available, it has not been zoned or serviced. Current major developments include a new R350-million shopping centre of 30 000 sqm being developed in the Richards Bay CBD with Game as the anchor tenant. Meanwhile, the Super Spar Centre is being extended and a final announcement on the planned R700-million Tata Steels ferrochrome smelter is expected soon. New capacity for residential development is being planned by the municipality, this will only come on stream once infrastructure is in place and is not expected for about two to three years. The road link between Richards Bay and Empangeni, for example, is presently under construction and the upgrade will only be completed in three years' time. There has been a new wave of sectional title developments in Richards Bay as developers have sought to address the chronic under-supply in relation to demand. Sectional title units also sell well in the town because they tend to be more affordable than freestanding properties. The complete drying up of new residential building land in the town. This, is in spite, of developers eager to launch new projects. He believes the local authority, the City of Umhlatuze, has so far neglected the rezoning process to readily make new building land available. Sectional title units start at around R300 000, with top-of-the-range units reaching around R1,2-million, while freehold homes start at around R650 000. However, all spare capacity in terms of land for new sectional title developments has now been taken up and as a result, traditional freehold homes are rapidly being subdivided and converted into duettes. Meanwhile, buy-to-let sales are continuing at a steady pace, despite the fact that the rental market is currently oversupplied and that returns on these investments have fallen. "Investors see the area continuing to expand and rentals showing strong growth in the wake of more industrial and commercial projects. Empangeni Background Information : History : In 1851, the Norwegian Missionary Society established a mission station on the banks of the eMpangeni river. The river was named after the profusion of Mpange trees (Treema guineensis) growing along its banks. The mission was later moved to Eshowe, 61 kilometres north-west. In 1894 a magistracy was established. The Zululand Railway reached the town in January 1903 and linked the area to Durban and Eshowe. The government planted eucalyptus trees in 1905 as part of an experimental timber plantation. The plantation was a success and led to a large scale planting along the coastal belt. In 1906 Empangeni became a village. Rapid expansion began when a sugar mill was erected at Felixton. The establishment of the Empangeni Sugar Mill set the area on the road to rapid development. Empangeni was officially proclaimed as a township on 15 January 1931 and declared a borough on 13 October 1960. General : Empangeni is a town in KwaZulu-Natal Province situated only 15 kilometers from Richards Bay the main harbour town in KwaZulu Natal. Empangeni is approximately 160 kilometres north of Durban, situated in hilly country side of the Uthungulu District, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The City of uMhlathuze was formed by joining the towns of Empangeni and Richards Bay together. Empangeni overlooks a flat coastal plain and has a sub tropical climate with an average climate of 28.4oC in summer and 14.5oC in winter. Services : Property Service Businesses : Airconditioning services .Empangeni Solar Blue (035) 772 2649 .Richards Bay Exland Airconditioning (035) 789 8662 .Improved Airconditioning Systems (035) 789 7391 .PCI (035) 797 3423 .Pro Air Services (035) 789 0990 .Zul Cool (035) 789 8290 . Attorneys Empangeni Kloppers Incorpoated (035) 772 2700 .Schreiber Smith (035) 772 3516 .Truter James de Ridder (035) 772 1911 Richards Bay Connie Marais (035) 789 7968 .Duvenage Inc (035) 780 7200 .Kloppers Incorpoated (035) 780 7300 .Schreiber Smith (035) 789 1324 .Shepstone & Wylie (035) 780 7250 Truter James de Ridder (035) 789 1226 Carpenters / Woodwork Richards Bay Woodies Woodwork (035) 789 8419 Electric Motor Repairs : Richards Bay Kuthula Rewinds (035) 751 1313 Garden Services BayScapes 082 578 3467 Interior Design ; Richards Bay A Touch of Class (035) 753 3013 Landscape Services : BayScapes 082 578 3467 Locksmith : Richards Bay Kevin's Keys (035) 789 8057 Mr Lock Mr Key (035) 789 4907 RB Lockmiths (035) 789 9583 Security doors : Empangeni Superior (035) 772 2904 Vimba Security Doors (035) 787 1319 Richards Bay : Safe & Sound - Trellidor (035) 787 0325 Security Services : Richards Bay Chubb Security : 0861 035 911 Inyala Security (035) 550 1412 Security Systems : Richards Bay Boardwalk : Security World (035) 789 7467 Security window tinting : Empangeni Solartint (035) 787 3888 : Richards Bay Solartint (035) 789 4777 Underwater Services : Richards Bay Dormac (035) 797 3717 Municipality : Uthungulu District municipality - 035 7992501 Empangeni Tourism Bureau - 035 9011617 Educational Schools : It has two major High Schools, Empangeni High , St Catherines (A catholic convent), along with three major primary schools, Grantham Park, Heuwelland and Empangeni Prep. Contact details : Empangeni preparatory school 035 7921465 ; Heuwelland Primary school 035 7725780 ; St Catherines 035 7724414 ; Empangeni Christian School 035 7923772 Nursery Schools & Day-Care : Pinocchio 035 7724841 St Catherines 035 7724414 Religious : Churches : Eagle's nest community church - 035 7860507 ; Church of Christ - 035 7921874 ; Holy Cross Anglican parish - 035 7922570 ; Methodist Church - 035 7726095 ; Victory Family Church - 035 7923404 ; Trinity Evangelical Lutheran church - 035 7723702 Medical : Emergency : Empangeni Hospital - 035 9028500 ; Empangeni Garden Clinic - 035 9028000 Ambulance - 10177 Doctors : Dr C Greeff - 035 7726635 ; Dr A Naude - 035 7726635 ; Dr DJ Struwig - 0.57921310 Gynaecologists : Dr MG Matebhere - 035 7722651 Dr JJ Sokolewicz - 035 789 2590 ; Dr Willem vd Walt - 035 789 6624 ; Dr S Welman - 035 7726916 Dentists : Dr D du Plooy - 035 7723920 ; Dr J Jacobs - 035 7723920 ; Dr Kashmira Makan - 035 9028213 ; Dr PD Swan - 035 7727231 ; Dr EA Vawda - 035 7924877 Pshycologists : Dr Shelly Hall - 083 6551699 Specialists : Dermatologist - Dr KC Westermann - 035 7890808 ; Ear, Nose & Throat specialist - Dr G Charlton - 035 7925569 ; Eye Specialist - Dr Johann de Lange - 035 7922200 ; Eye Specialist - Dr WP Wasserman - 035 7924775 ; Homeopath - Dr Lance F Giles - 035 7721325 ; Chiropractor - Dr J Ralph - 035 7721268 Opticians / Optometrists : Moffatt Optical Sanlam Centre - 0.5 7726843 ; Moffatt Optical Game Centre - 035 7923639 ; Nyathikazi Optometrists - 05 7722325 ; HW Jones Sanlam Centre - 0.5 7726021 ; Spec Savers Sanlam Centre - 035 7722899 Pharmacies : Medi-park pharmacy - 035 7923470 ; Pillbox pharmacy - 035 7723570 ; Plaza pharmacy - 035 7725230 ; The Rail pharmacy cc - 035 7870522 Veterinarians : Zululand veterinary hospital - 035 7726937 ; S P C A Zululand - 035 7929129 COMMUNITY SERVICES : Advice desk for abused women – 0800150150 ; Aids toll-free line – 0800012322 ; Childline – 0800055555 ; Eskom – 0860204560 ; Fire rescue - 035 7973911 ; Life line - 035 7974222 / 0827619111 ; Netcare 911 ambulance – 0800333444 ; Rape Crisis centre - 035 9028517 ; South African Police - 035 9012475 / 2478 ; SPCA - 7929129 Recreational Activities : The biggest attraction in town is the Empangeni Art and Cultural History Museum, on Turnbull St. The museum has exhibitions on traditional Zulu culture and the early days of the sugar cane industry, as well as a sizeable collection of oil paintings and temporary exhibits of local art. Highlights include photographs of early sugar farms and displays of traditional Zulu clothing and crafts. The Enseleni Nature Reserve, about 13km north of Empangeni on the N2, has picnic spots and a 7km hiking trail on which you may come face to animal life, mostly zebra and impala. Golf : It is a 18 hole golf course with a driving range. There are golf carts for hire & a proshop on the grounds. Golfing competitions are held every Wednesday & Friday. Length : 5983 m (men) & 5183 m (ladies). For the adventurous: HELICOPTER FLIGHTS: JNC Helicopter Tours, Umhlanga - 082 3903566 HORSE RIDING: Rocking Horse Riding school, Ballito - 084 5102198 ; Wellesley Stables, Umdloti - 083 7881881 ; Bhangazi horse trails - 035 550 4438 ; Exodus Horse Trails, Pongola - 034 435 1123 MICROLIGHT FLIGHTS: Ballito Bay Microlights - 082 659 5550 MOUNTAIN/QUAD BIKING: Fat Traxx Quad Trails, Ballito - 082 4775837 ; River quad trails - 032 942 8014 ; Mountain Bike Trails, Pongola - 034 435 1123 ; Quad & Two Wheeler Off Road Adventures, Pongola - 034 413 2766 SCUBA DIVING: Dive Nautique, Umhlanga – 0835532834 CANOEING AND KAYAKING : St Lucia Kayak Safaris - 035 590 1233 For the more sedate: BIRD WATCHING/TRAILS/SAFARIS: Heritage Safari Tours - 035 590 1133 ; KZN Wildlife, Mpila - 035 550 1718 ; Leisure Eco-tours - 035 550 4059 ; Zululand Aquatic & Animal Adv. - 035 550 0681 ; Wilderness Trails Reservations - 033 8451067 ; Rhino tracking, Pongola - 034 435 1123 FISHING: Umhlanga deep sea fishing - 083 659 1694 ; Euro Zulu Safaris - 035 590 2173 ; Le Jon Charters - 035 590 1212 ; Irie Tiger Fishing Safaris, Pongola - 034 357 6518 BOAT TOURS : Advantage tours, St Lucia - 035 590 1259 ; KZN Wildlife, St Lucia - 035 590 1340 ; St Lucia Safaris - 035 590 1047 WALKS/HIKING: Emoyeni Trail (guided 4 day trail) - 035 590 9002 ; Bhangazi Trail - 035 590 9002 ; Mziki Trail (guided 3 day trail) - 035 590 9002 ; Wilderness trails, iMfolozi - 033 845 1000 ; Wilderness trails, St Lucia - 033 845 1000 DOLPHIN & WHALE VIEWING: Dive nautique, Umhlanga - 083 5532834 ; Infinity marine enterprises, Ballito - 083 4489314 ; North coast dolphin viewing - 082 510 6516 ; Advantage Tours - 035 590 1259 Restaurants : 60's diner & restaurant (035) 787-1408 Anchors cast (035) 788-0217 Bongumusa restaurant (035) 795-1022 Ebhodweni african cusine (035) 772-3546 Jack's restaurant & take-away (035) 787-0604 Neliswa eating house (035) 772-4285 Oxtails (035) 772-4398 Porky's pizza parlour (035) 772-3750 Sondoni tavern (035) 792-4259 Spur steak ranches (035) 772-5542 Sources : www.kznnorthhappenings.co.za & www.richemp.co.za

commercial Jeffreys Bay Jeffreys Bay is a picturesque town situated on the coast of the Eastern Cape. Bracketed by an amphitheatre of towering mountains and its world renowned surfing beaches. Talented surfers skilled to ride their boards in the tubes of majestic waves or just ahead of the great white rollers will tell you that the professional rate Jeffreys Bay amongst the ten best surfing points in the world. Jeffreys Bay (Afrikaans: Jeffreysbaai) (34°02′S 24°55′E) is located on the magnificent Garden Route. The town is situated just off the N2 Highway, about an hour's drive southwest of Port Elizabeth. Jeffreys has grown from a sleepy little fishing town over the past few years and is one of the fastest expanding town / city in the country. Jeffreys Bay has been one of the fastest growing towns in South Africa over the past 20 years The development Jeffreys Bay has been one of the fastest growing towns in South Africa over the past 20 years and although fragmented retail nodes had sprung up along the main beachfront road, its CBD has become congested. In 2002 when the property market had started booming, the developers recognized the trend in Jeffreys Bay and decided to utilize farm land to develop a ‘new business and shopping node' for Jeffreys Bay and the whole Kouga region. With this 600 ha tract of land, the developers could plan and design a modern mixed-use development, comprising retail, commercial, industrial, residential and retirement components. Within the first 18 months of operations, the business had generated R70 million of property sales. The developers were approached by Atterbury Properties who had developed a number of shopping malls around the country and had also purchased adjacent land for a residential golf development. A transaction for the mall land was concluded and construction commenced in August 2007. This high-profile mall development has had the effect of precipitating sales of retail, commercial, industrial and residential properties in the development. The effect of having a mall in close proximity has encouraged local businesses to follow the concentration of consumers to the development. This convergence of commerce has been referred to as ‘The Power of The Mall,' which effectively creates a powerful growth node. In order to provide businesses the opportunity to be located as close as possible to the mall, the developers have created a Business Park next to the mall and alongside the main access road from the N2 highway into Jeffreys Bay. With all the existing industrial land already taken up, the Industrial Park development, positioned opposite the mall on the other side of the Humansdorp road, provides a supply of new light industrial developments to the area. Although the Industrial Park and Business Park are 75% sold out, there are still prime sites available, which, in the light of the growth node principle, constitute excellent investment opportunities. The construction of a new regional mall is the first sign of massive growth coming to an area. This has been the case at Fourways mall in Johannesburg, Gateway in Umhlanga, Lifestyle in Ballito and the Somerset mall where the new mall has been the catalyst to massive growth. The dominant regional mall attracts massive numbers of consumers and other businesses move to the area to capitalise this consumer traffic. This sets in motion a domino effect and the demand for key locations drives up the value of the properties around the mall. In a 2008 research project on investment decisions by JSE-listed property funds, it was found that the asset rated as the top contributor to growth in these portfolios is the dominant regional mall. What type of property value growth do these malls generate? Property adjacent to Gateway mall at Umhlanga showed 400% growth over 6 years Somerset mall's adjacent property grew by an average of 29% for ten years! Similar figures were seen where new dominant malls were built in Ballito, George and Nelspruit The regional shopping mall, is surrounded by the business park and industrial park, providing excellent commercial property investment opportunities. The growth in the property values around the mall are expected to follow the same trend as properties around the malls in Ballito, George and Somerset west, So whether you decide to buy the land to hold for capital appreciation or erect a building to create an annuity based income stream you are assured that investments in retail growth nodes yield the best financial returns. Pricing starts at just £ 72,000 or £ 44 per m2 for a 1600m2 stand. Stand sizes range from 1600m2 to 30000m2 Key selling points: Investments around retail growth nodes yield the best returns Prime location next to regional shopping mall Prime visibility and prime accessibility Prime Garden Route market coverage. http://www.arkadia.com/zpoc-t118115/

house, 496 Low maintenance garden 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, 2 ensuite or three bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, 1 ensuite plus a study with an ensuite bathroom. Large kitchen with seperate laundry. Fireplace in Lounge. Strand Background Information : General : The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 4 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Strand’s main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was nominated the best family beach in South Africa in 2007. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R11 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the units location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates between 2003 & 2006 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Capital growth in the Strand has during the last months of 2007 & beginning 2008 dropped from the abovementioned high levels along with the rest of the country – with buyers taking control of the market. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experience very similar capital growth rates than the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

flat VERY SPACIOUS OLDER APARTMENT ON BEACH ROAD WITH SEAVIEWS FROM LOUNGE, MAIN BEDROOM AND BALCONY! Close to shops and other amenities. Wander over the road to the beach or laze at the swimming pool on a windy day. This apartment is ripe for modernisation but is also ready to be lived in should you not wish to renovate. Price-wise this is the best investment on the golden mile! The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 3 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Its main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R12 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the unit’s location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates since 2003 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experienced very similar capital growth rates as the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

flat This 2 bedroom flat is situated next to the best swimming beach in Cape Town and has amazing views! Strand Background Information : General : The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 3 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. It main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R12 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the units location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates since 2003 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experienced very similar capital growth rates than the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

flat Strand Background Information : General : The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 3 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Its main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R12 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the unit’s location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates since 2003 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experienced very similar capital growth rates as the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

flat Stunning bachelor apartment in popular bechroad complex. Beautiful mountain views - the ocean on your doorstep...! Furniture can be included in sale for extra R25 000 on top of selling price! Secure parking bay. The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 3 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Its main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R12 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the unit’s location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates since 2003 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experienced very similar capital growth rates as the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

flat Spacious apartment covering a whole floor of a well located complex in the middle of Strand's Golden Mile. All 4 bedrooms are double with an abundance of cupboards. 4th bedroom can also be utilised as a study. Owning the entire floor creates privacy – owner can lock lift not to stop on your floor. 360° view of sea and mountains. Two lock-up garages with automatic/electric doors Apartment comprises of: Entrance Lounge / TV room / Dining room; Kitchen (built-in stove & oven, and dishwasher); Utility room (games and/or 2nd lounge); Bar; Lounge area / reading room with built-in braai; 3 double bedrooms - (main bedroom has its own sitting area with view of False Bay); 3 bathrooms (2 en-suite); Study and used as 4th bedroom (double bed); Other - 2 geysers; washing machine and tumble drier in separate area Strand Background Information : General : The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 4 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. Strand’s main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was nominated the best family beach in South Africa in 2007. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R9 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the units location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates between 2003 & 2006 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Capital growth in the Strand has during the last months of 2007 & beginning 2008 dropped from the abovementioned high levels along with the rest of the country – with buyers taking control of the market. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experience very similar capital growth rates than the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

farm, 84 ha This dairy farm for sale is perfectly situated at the foot of the picturesque Outeniqua mountains near George. The farm is currently successfully operated and in excellent condition. The farm consists of an operating dairy, a beautifully renovated farm house, 3 labourers cottages, a large shed and 2 large dams. Farms in this area is difficult to find. A truly exceptional property and lifestyle - only 10min from George! FARMING ACTIVITIES.- Mainly dairy farm - 200 cattle on farm. - 13 Camps - 80Ha of pastures - irrigation lines cover whole farm. - 34Ha under Pivot irrigation - 3Ha under permanent irragation. - Large shed 600sqm. Features: Main House size: 500 m² 5 Bedroom(s) 3 Garage(s) Land size: 84 Hectares Improvements: Labourer Cottages: 3 Arable Land: 3 Ha Natural Grazing: 3 Ha Eskom Power: Yes Distance To Tar Road: 0 Km Distance To Airport: 5 Km Background Information George George is rapidly being transformed from a sleepy Garden Route town into a relocation and retirement option for up-country folk attracted by the Garden Route landscape and a small town lifestyle with big town infrastructure. George, already home to 160 000 residents, is likely to see its population swell by 6 000 a year, which is underpinning rising demand for affordable housing in the area. There is a constant flow of new buyers looking for property in the area and this has been stimulated by improvements to the N2 road linking Cape Town and the Garden Route. New lifestyle estates are being constructed and marketed throughout the country and general improvements in infrastructure and amenities are underway. The demand for affordable property is coming predominantly from local residents whose affordability levels are pitched from R400 000 to R800 000. George has also experience strong commercial expansion as of late. The new R400-million, 125-stored Garden Route Mall in George is yet another feather in the development cap of this booming area where increasing numbers of South African’s are relocating. This growth is manifesting in excellent take-up of space in both office blocks and houses that are fast being converted from residential to commercial zoning. Despite relatively high rentals of as much as R50/m2, there is little untenanted space in the area, which is also supporting good growth in its industrial and retail sectors. The award winning George airport, the only airport on the Garden Route suited to big planes, experienced a big increase in airport traffic over the past few years. It has added to the area’s accessibility and affordable flights from Cape Town and Gauteng are spurring the influx. George is an “all-season town” unlike Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, making it an ideal choice for people who are eager to settle down on the Garden Route. George offers an array of amenities including restaurants, cinemas and some of the best schools in the province. The rapid growth of George’s capital budget, from R13,6 million in 1986/87 to R229, 6 million for the 2006/7 period, supports the town’s claim to fame as not only a residential and holiday destination of choice but also as one of the Western Cape’s most significant economic growth points. The town’s well-balanced economy, which spans a wide range of sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, trade, business and financial services, has ensured steady urban growth. Accordingly aware of the need to support its existing central infrastructure as well as its urban progress, the department of Planning and Development has allocated R2 million of its R30 million-plus capital budget for the 2006/2007 period for upgrading and maintaining the CBD. The balance will be spent on housing projects and the development of economically viable sites. Surrounded by the Outeniqua Mountains and the sea, the region flaunts its natural beauty. Buyers have also commented on the abundance of water relative to other areas in the Western Cape as a draw card. This has elevated it into the league of one of a few dozen “secondary towns” in South Africa, comparable with Paarl and Worcester in the Western Cape & Port Shepstone in KwaZulu-Natal. George represents a sustainable property market. “Real” residents are buying and it is not a destination attractive to aggressive speculators. In the long term this will result in a smoother capital growth trend. The trend of people relocating to the Garden Route from the metropolitan areas of Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban is in its infancy. The region is fast being transformed from a holiday destination into a sought after residential area. Although most of the investment along the Garden Route is local, new security estates have made “lock-up and go” properties more accessible and many foreigners are taking advantage of these opportunities.

building plot, 613 m² Vacant erf in the Le Grand George Golf Estate which includes 2 memberships to the Greg Norman golf course valued at R150,000. Background Information Le Grand : Situated just outside George, located on a pristine natural peninsula between the Indian Ocean and the Gwaing River, Le Grand George presents the ideal mix of natural elements for the making of a world class Greg Norman-designed golf course. The residential golf estate will enjoy spectacular sea and mountain views and include a nature reserve. The rural atmosphere and natural bush and fynbos will be retained as the natural habitat for local wildlife. The estate will have its own hiking and bird trails. Le Grand George is set in the heart of a golfing paradise, with Fancourt, Oubaai and George Golf Club nearby. It is a mere 10 minutes’ drive from George Airport. The climate is more stable than that of Cape Town – making the area perfect for year-round golfing. Other sporting facilities at Le Grand George provide entertainment for the entire family. The estate will have its own tennis courts and driving range. Boating, fishing, water skiing, surfing, mountain biking and hiking are all enjoyed within the surrounding areas. The Garden Route is renowned throughout the world for its immense natural beauty. Winding along the edge of the warm Indian Ocean, it encompasses all of nature's wonders – from huge mountain ranges to small lakes and the country's largest remaining indigenous forest, the Tsitsikamma, which is home to a kaleidoscope of flora and fauna and a multitude of rare bird species. A major attraction in the Garden Route area is the Outeniqua Choo Tjoe, the historic steam train which travels between George and the town of Knysna Background Information George : George is rapidly being transformed from a sleepy Garden Route town into a relocation and retirement option for up-country folk attracted by the Garden Route landscape and a small town lifestyle with big town infrastructure. George, already home to 160 000 residents, is likely to see its population swell by 6 000 a year, which is underpinning rising demand for affordable housing in the area. There is a constant flow of new buyers looking for property in the area and this has been stimulated by improvements to the N2 road linking Cape Town and the Garden Route. New lifestyle estates are being constructed and marketed throughout the country and general improvements in infrastructure and amenities are underway. The demand for affordable property is coming predominantly from local residents whose affordability levels are pitched from R400 000 to R800 000. George has also experience strong commercial expansion as of late. The new R400-million, 125-stored Garden Route Mall in George is yet another feather in the development cap of this booming area where increasing numbers of South African’s are relocating. This growth is manifesting in excellent take-up of space in both office blocks and houses that are fast being converted from residential to commercial zoning. Despite relatively high rentals of as much as R50/m2, there is little untenanted space in the area, which is also supporting good growth in its industrial and retail sectors. The award winning George airport, the only airport on the Garden Route suited to big planes, experienced a big increase in airport traffic over the past few years. It has added to the area’s accessibility and affordable flights from Cape Town and Gauteng are spurring the influx. George is an “all-season town” unlike Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, making it an ideal choice for people who are eager to settle down on the Garden Route. George offers an array of amenities including restaurants, cinemas and some of the best schools in the province. The rapid growth of George’s capital budget, from R13,6 million in 1986/87 to R229, 6 million for the 2006/7 period, supports the town’s claim to fame as not only a residential and holiday destination of choice but also as one of the Western Cape’s most significant economic growth points. The town’s well-balanced economy, which spans a wide range of sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, trade, business and financial services, has ensured steady urban growth. Accordingly aware of the need to support its existing central infrastructure as well as its urban progress, the department of Planning and Development has allocated R2 million of its R30 million-plus capital budget for the 2006/2007 period for upgrading and maintaining the CBD. The balance will be spent on housing projects and the development of economically viable sites. Surrounded by the Outeniqua Mountains and the sea, the region flaunts its natural beauty. Buyers have also commented on the abundance of water relative to other areas in the Western Cape as a draw card. This has elevated it into the league of one of a few dozen “secondary towns” in South Africa, comparable with Paarl and Worcester in the Western Cape & Port Shepstone in KwaZulu-Natal. George represents a sustainable property market. “Real” residents are buying and it is not a destination attractive to aggressive speculators. In the long term this will result in a smoother capital growth trend. The trend of people relocating to the Garden Route from the metropolitan areas of Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban is in its infancy. The region is fast being transformed from a holiday destination into a sought after residential area. Although most of the investment along the Garden Route is local, new security estates have made “lock-up and go” properties more accessible and many foreigners are taking advantage of these opportunities.

flat Renovated - but with "old space"...in Panorama security block in Strand Central. It is close to all amenities & within walking distance from beach (200 metres). Strand Central Suburb Information : General : Strand Central is the oldest suburb of the Strand. It stretches from Sarel Cilliers Street to Main Road & from about Piet Retief Street to Beach Road. Strand Central incorporates Strand railway station, the municipality offices, police station, and the commercial CBD area. Property : Many of the older homes have been renovated. The area is walking distance to the beach and really is an ideal area for especially pensioners to live in – due to its close proximity to everything and the high percentage of the property which allows for a lock-up & go lifestyle. The average house prices vary between R800 000 & R1,2 million, with renovated properties already being marketed at up to R2,8 million. Educational facilities : Hendrik Louw is a dual medium primary school (021-8531045) in Strand Central. Lochnerhof (Afrikaans primary school) (021-8547316) is about 3 kms from Strand Central on Sarel Cilliers Street. Boland College (5kms)(021-8537611) and Strand High (4kms)(021-8531056) is also very close. Hoërskool Strand ( English - Strand High School) is an Afrikaans medium school with more than 1 000 students, headmastered by mr Christo Vorster. It offers grade eight to grade twelve (matric). Website : www.strandhigh.co.za . Adress : 205 Sarel Cilliers, Street, Tel: 021-8531056, E-mail: admin@strandhigh.co.za . Hottentots Holland High School is an Afrikaans- and English medium school situated between Somerset West and Strand, alongside the N2 national road. It has more than 1000 students and 44 teachers. It offers grades 8 through 12 (matric). Tel : 021-8521405. Gordon High School is situated on Cnr. Of De Beers Ave & N2. Tel : (021) 8522540. The Principal : bjsimons@hsgordon.wcape.school.za . The school community consisted out of 40 educators, 7 non-educators and 1249 learners. Website : http://www.hsgordon.wcape.school.za . Boland College is a Further Education and Training Institution. The Strand campus courses includes Secretarial, Human Resources Management, Engineering courses & the National Senior Sertificate-qualification. Sport Facilities : Strand Central boasts an Olympic sized, covered, centrally heated swimming pool right on the beach next to the Pavillion which is open all year round. The Charles Morkel sports complex (rugby / tennis / squash & jukskei) is alongside Broadway Boulevard – about 2 kms from Strand Central. Strand Golf Club run alongside the Lourensriver, about 3 kms away. The bowling club is located right next to the railway line, right next to Strand centra.. Water sports on Beach Road includes surfing, sailing , power boating , paddle skiing & board sailing The Pipe is a part of the beach marked off for surfers & is known for its big waves. Commercial Facilities : Die Dorpsmeent Shopping Centre (Pick&Pay as anchor tenant), all major churches, banks, supermarkets and department store Friedman & Cohen. Shoprite, Clicks, Ackermans, Mr Price are some of the national retail groups represented in the CBD.- offering you a closer shopping venue than the Somerset Mall. Most of the food franchises such as Spur, Wimpy, Nandos, Debonairs, Kentucky is represented along Beach Road – as well as restaurants & coffeeshops such as Ben’s, 99 on Beach, etc. & two real (read fresh) “fish & chips” shops who catches there own fish! Strand Background Information : General : The Strand offers you the convenience of city-like amenities & a world-class beach area - without losing its small town characteristics. Located in the Helderberg basin on the eastern edge of False Bay, it is within 20 minutes of Cape Town International airport & 45 minutes from Cape Town's CBD. Within a radius of 10 kilometers, you will find a Regional Shopping Centre, a variety of sports facilities including 3 golf courses, choice of secondary and primary schools, top medical facilities with all national financial & commercial institutions represented. It has a population of about 50 000. It main attraction is its 5 kilometers long sandy white beach – with a variety of water sports such as surfing, sailing, power boating, kayak & paddle skiing, wind-surfing & board sailing being enjoyed at various points along the beach front. Strand was founded in 1714 as a fishing town by Cape Malay slaves. It has evolved during the last 3 decades into vibrant part of the Helderberg basin, with a healthy mixture of retirees, families, business people & a seasonal inflow of holiday goers flocking to one of South Africa’s prime seaside destinations. The coast between the Lourens River mouth up to Rooi Els is very popular with beach fishermen and rock anglers, whilst organised and social diving activities beckon the more adventurous. Property Market : Properties in the Strand varies between entry level apartments of +- R300 000 to beachfront penthouses of more than R10 million & sea front houses up to R14 million. The biggest property growth points as of late has been the choice of new developments on Beach Road which is springing up - raising comparatives with Monte Carlo. Limitation on development ground bodes well in the long term for any property investment in the Strand. Capital growth rates achieved in the Strand during the 2004/2005 upswing in the South African property market, surpassed the national average rate of 23% by far...... Entry level units started in 2003 @ R90 000 for a 30sq.m 1-bedroom apartment - selling at present from R310000. That is a growth of 244% in 3,5 years or about 70% per year! Beach front apartments were selling in 2003 from about R6000 per sq.m to about R9000 per sq.m. Finding any beachfront property for less than R12 000 per sq.m is at present problematic. New developments has already been selling during the last 18 months for between R18 000 and R30 000 per sq.m - depending on its finishes and the units location in the apartment block. The own title neighborhoods have of late seen a surge in renovations with owners adding value to their properties - fuelled by the price hikes experienced in the town. The more sought after suburbs such as Strand North, has experienced capital growth rates since 2003 of about 150 % (43% p.a.) - with the average house price raising from R450 000 to about R1,1 million. Affordability has during the last year became a problem in the Strand market, creating a "roll-over effect" of potential buyers to less expensive areas such a Kuilsrivier, Brackenfell and even Grabouw. The adjacent Gordons Bay has experience very similar capital growth rates than the Strand. Future growth points in the Strand property market is the so-called AECI development node across from the Somerset Mall. This will be the last land available for development - eagerly awaited by investors.

house Single Story Background Information George: George is rapidly being transformed from a sleepy Garden Route town into a relocation and retirement option for up-country folk attracted by the Garden Route landscape and a small town lifestyle with big town infrastructure. There is a constant flow of new buyers looking for property in the area and this has been stimulated by improvements to the N2 road linking Cape Town and the Garden Route. New lifestyle estates are being constructed and marketed throughout the country and general improvements in infrastructure and amenities are underway. George has also experience strong commercial expansion as of late. The new R400-million, 125-stored Garden Route Mall in George is yet another feather in the development cap of this booming area where increasing numbers of South African’s are relocating. The award winning George airport, the only airport on the Garden Route suited to big planes, experienced a big increase in airport traffic over the past few years. It has added to the area’s accessibility and affordable flights from Cape Town and Gauteng are spurring the influx. George is an “all-season town” unlike Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, making it an ideal choice for people who are eager to settle down on the Garden Route. George offers an array of amenities including restaurants, cinemas and some of the best schools in the province. Surrounded by the Outeniqua Mountains and the sea, the region flaunts its natural beauty. Buyers have also commented on the abundance of water relative to other areas in the Western Cape as a draw card. George represents a sustainable property market. “Real” residents are buying and it is not a destination attractive to aggressive speculators. In the long term this will result in a smoother capital growth trend. The trend of people relocating to the Garden Route from the metropolitan areas of Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban is in its infancy. The region is fast being transformed from a holiday destination into a sought after residential area. Although most of the investment along the Garden Route is local, new security estates have made “lock-up and go” properties more accessible and many foreigners are taking advantage of these opportunities.

house Background Information George George is rapidly being transformed from a sleepy Garden Route town into a relocation and retirement option for up-country folk attracted by the Garden Route landscape and a small town lifestyle with big town infrastructure. There is a constant flow of new buyers looking for property in the area and this has been stimulated by improvements to the N2 road linking Cape Town and the Garden Route. New lifestyle estates are being constructed and marketed throughout the country and general improvements in infrastructure and amenities are underway. George has also experience strong commercial expansion as of late. The new R400-million, 125-stored Garden Route Mall in George is yet another feather in the development cap of this booming area where increasing numbers of South African’s are relocating. The award winning George airport, the only airport on the Garden Route suited to big planes, experienced a big increase in airport traffic over the past few years. It has added to the area’s accessibility and affordable flights from Cape Town and Gauteng are spurring the influx. George is an “all-season town” unlike Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, making it an ideal choice for people who are eager to settle down on the Garden Route. George offers an array of amenities including restaurants, cinemas and some of the best schools in the province. Surrounded by the Outeniqua Mountains and the sea, the region flaunts its natural beauty. Buyers have also commented on the abundance of water relative to other areas in the Western Cape as a draw card. George represents a sustainable property market. “Real” residents are buying and it is not a destination attractive to aggressive speculators. In the long term this will result in a smoother capital growth trend. The trend of people relocating to the Garden Route from the metropolitan areas of Gauteng, Cape Town and Durban is in its infancy. The region is fast being transformed from a holiday destination into a sought after residential area. Although most of the investment along the Garden Route is local, new security estates have made “lock-up and go” properties more accessible and many foreigners are taking advantage of these opportunities. FANCOURT, GEORGE Become part of the magic of Fancourt, one of the best and most picturesque residential golf estates in South Africa - and the world. Fancourt is situated in George which is the metropolis of the beautiful coastal Garden Route, midway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. This exquisite and spacious residence has besides the normal living facilities, 3 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a double garage.

flat Charon Square is a mixed use commercial/ residential development that offers you an outstanding investment. The development is located in the heart of Wellington's CBD, which is centred around Main and Church Street. Shopping opportunities are close at hand, with Shoprite and other businesses on the doorstep of the development. What's more, the Campus of the Cape Peninsula University of Technology is a mere 400m from Charon Square. This campus already caters for around 1500 students. The excellent location, coupled with the superb price of units in the development, is bound to produce exceptional returns on your investment, should you choose to purchase a unit. Charon square site layout : The site is very conveniently situated in the CBD of Wellington. With ample basement parking provided, as well as a public parking lot right opposite the development, finding a place to park will not be a problem. The square has direct access from Church Street as well as Rose, Fontein and Bain Street. General : 24 One-bedroom units All costs included Located in the CBD of Wellington 400m from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology Campus Basement parking Access control HIGH potential income from R3500/month, on completion. Invest now! Background Information Wellington: Wellington boasts a wealth of historically significant properties. Property developers are also increasingly turning their attention to the possibilities of the area. Wellington is also experiencing a spill over effect from other Boland towns whose entry level prices are escalating. There are still some extremely good investments to be had in Wellington. Retirees are considering this an excellent opportunity to make their last big financial investment. The Wellington area is in demand for a number of reasons. Not only does Wellington offer the much sought-after Boland lifestyle, it is a convenient commuting option for those working in Somerset West, Stellenbosch and the Northern Suburbs. The area has good schools and for the past three years the Cape Peninsula University of Technology satellite campus in Wellington has added to the demand for residential and agricultural property. For an entry level two bedroom home, you're looking at prices starting at between R700 000 and R800 000. Our high end residential properties are hovering around 2.5 million. Wellington is an excellent growth area for investors. Average prices for property in Wellington, for instance, hover around R1m, which will buy a comfortable family home. Entry-level properties such as bachelor flats sell at prices starting at around R500 000 while two-bedroom apartments near the Cape Technikon campus can be had from R650 000 upwards. There is also a wide selection of sectional and full title units available in new developments in and around Wellington, with a new two-bedroom unit typically costing around R1m. Upmarket developments at slightly higher prices also cater for local and overseas buyers who want the Boland lifestyle but prefer living in security estates. New security developments in the Wellington / Paarl / Franschhoek valley are drawing a lot of interest. Buyers cite accessibility to Cape Town, only 40 minutes away, good schools and excellent security as reasons for settling in these estates. A fair proportion of buyers are from England, Germany and France and use their units up to four times a year when on golfing holidays. The Boschenmeer Golf Estate offers townhouses from R1,25m and freestanding homes from R2,2m to R6m. The Val de Vie Winelands Lifestyle Estate offers stands at prices from R1,1m and building packages for homes in the Cape Colonial style at prices from R2,5m. The development includes polo facilities and also offers trout fishing, birding and horse riding. The third development, Pearl Valley, is a signature golf estate and spa that overlooks the Drakenstein mountains and offers private residences around a course designed by Jack Nicklaus. Prices for stands here start at R1,4m, while prices for the large homes range from around R4,5m upwards.

house, 1991 m² Bordering on export table grape vineyards, this house enjoys a "rural setting" with views over the vineyards towards mountain ranges on the south, east and west. The house is one of the older houses within Riebeeck-Kasteel and is of historical value. It is very much "Cape Victorian" style, with a roof of corrugated iron gabled with clipped eaves at either end and supported by heavy poplar & oregan beamed ceilings and thick walls, making it sturdy and strong. The main entrance of the house boasts original double oregan pine doors leading to an open plan entrance hall/ lounge, with floors of both Italian tiles and woolen carpets. The lounge opens onto the southern patio (with views over the vineyards) via a pair of "happy doors". There are two (2) bedrooms downs stairs. Each of which shares an en suite bathroom. Both bedrooms have poplar & oregan pine beams/ ceilings painted white. Both bedrooms open onto a patio via a pair of "happy doors". The bathroom has an oval bath, a toilet and generous shower, and an empire style wrought iron vanity stand with Bitterfontein granite top and underslung oval basin. A retractable painted spruce staircase gains you access to the loft above (third bedroom). The staircase can be pulled up / retracted by means of an electrical hoist motor. A living area, ensuite bathroom oval bath, shower and basin and a wrought iron vanity stand and floors finished with Italian tiling and dressing room with free standing cupboards, this loft is used as the main bedroom. The cozy open plan living area has lime-washed flooring and ceiling fans over head, this room is undoubtedly stylish. Downstairs you have an open plan kitchen cum dining room. The style of the kitchen is of an English country "small bone kitchen" which features 2 exposed heavy poplar beams overhead with a double volume space to the open plan loft above. The kitchen comes with a stainless steel under counter oven, hob and extractor fan and built in cupboards, followed by a spacious dining area to complete the picture. An outbuilding has been converted into a tandem garage for 2 cars, which could be easily converted it into garaging for 4 cars or into a self contained cottage or entertainment room. At present there is an old forge which could be turned into a braai / fireplace. The front garden is in the French classical style with iceberg roses and hedges of thyme and myrtle completed by a bow fronted water feature and gravel paths. The remaining garden comprises an assortment of mature fruit and nut trees (almonds, pecans, macadamias, olives, prunes, pears, guavas, figs, naartjies, ruby grapefruit, mulberries, quinces, crimson seedless, saltanas & walton cross grapes) and also a large vegetable patch. The entire property is under a computerised irrigation system and also a borehole with a pump. The property is enclosed with fencing, hedged with olive and dog roses and fully secured by a burglar alarm with PIR beams both inside & outside house, linked to ADT. Other Features : Entrance Hall Lounge Kitchen Dining Room Land Extent : 1991.00 M2 Background Information - Riebeek Kasteel & Riebeek West (The Riebeek Valley) Introduction : The valley and its twin towns, Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West, lie an hour northeast of Cape Town. The Riebeek Valley has to be one of the most picturesque spots in the Swartland. As Cape Town traffic has faded, you leave the N7 at Malmesbury. The Kasteelberg rises before you like a stone fortress. Drive over Bothmanskloof Pass, and there it is... Lifestyle : The valley became known for its eccentric artists, alternative lifestylers and genial locals. While village gossip and the ravaging summer heat are downsides, the balance of the year is great. It’s so beautiful, there’s very little crime, and the community spirit is excellent. Riebeek Kasteel is the more elegant town, with a Eurocentric square surrounded by shops and restaurants. Yet Riebeek West has its own draw cards – large Victorian houses, and more peace and quiet. The Valley has a collection of restaurants, coffee-shops and bars which struggle to exist, and it still has the commercial disadvantage of being “on a back road”. No real commercial attractions exists and the Valley certainly do not have a population to support the hostelries that began to spring up. For three centuries, the valley was the preserve of Afrikaans farmers. Fifteen years ago, things changed. The majority of the properties sold are not as holiday homes, but to people want to live in the Valley. Buyers are drawn by the scenic beauty, good schools, and the proximity to Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl and Tygervalley. With the property boom and the olive festival has come a different type of settler. ‘It is no longer only the “artistic types” or retirees, but now includes the mainstream people & even more younger people who have made money and don’t need to be in the city. There are no real opportunities for employment in the Riebeek Valley, so you have to be self-sufficient – work from home, commute, or have a private income. As more companies outsource and employ less, people may as well live in a beautiful place and do business with a computer.’ Demographics : 88% of the population speak Afrikaans while only 2.5% speak English. 78% of the population of the Riebeek Valley is coloured, 18% white and 4% black. History : The solitary mountain was ‘discovered’ in 1661 during an expedition into the hinterland led by Corporal Pieter Cruythoff, and named ‘Riebeeck’s Kasteel’ in honour of the governor and his Cape castle. Later, Willem van der Stel offered land in the area to colonists, and the farms Allesverloren and Kloovenberg were established. Among the first farmers were Huguenots, who planted vineyards. Artisans including wagon makers joined the farming community in Riebeek Kasteel, while retired farmers settled in grander houses four kilometres away in Riebeek West. Property Market : The attraction of cheap property is no longer to be found as properties are as expensive as any in the better suburbs of Cape Town, and there is still very little infrastructure. 800m²-900m2 plots sell for R400 000; Entry-level houses start at just under R1-million The majority of properties sell between R1m- to R2m; Top-end properties - over R4m. Popularity peaked in 2004. Property in Riebeek Kasteel is the most expensive in the Swartland area. Capital growth over the last year increased only 4% while cheaper areas were catching up fast (Malmesbury 11%, Darling 47%, & Porterville with a 37% capital growth). A handful of upmarket developments are taking root in the valley. Average sale prices in the Swartland during 2006/7: Malmesbury (R623 000), Moorreesburg (R477 000), Riebeek West (R680 000), Riebeek Kasteel (R735 000), Porterville (R467 000), Darling (R618 000), Hopefield (R412 000), Citrusdal (R406 000), Clanwilliam (R530 000) and Piketberg (R427 000). General information : Restaurants : According to the 2007 edition of Eat Out, there are no less than seven entries for the Riebeek Valley amongst South Africa's best 800 restaurants. The Barn, Bishops at the Riebeek Valley Hotel, Café Felix, Café Oppie Square, Cook and Gardener, Kasteelberg Inn and Bistro, Pleasant Pheasant. - The Barn for views +27 22 448 1377 - Café Felix +27 22 448 1179 - Kasteelberg Bistro on Kasteel’s town square +27 22 448 1110 - L’Attitude for pizza +27 22 448 1440 For info on the olive festival and accommodation, visit www.riebeekvalley.info For valley information, see www.riebeekvalleyhandbook.co.za or call Riebeek Valley information at +27 22 448 1584, +27 22 461 2459 or Swartland Tourism +27 22 487 1133 (Sources : (1) Property Magazine / Catriona Ross (2) Property Scout (3) Riebeeck Valley Reporter – Chris Wright (4) Property24 )