The Property Pages - December / January 2016

The Property Pages

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DECEMBER - JANUARY 2016

southern suburbs - hout bay - llandudno

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Seeff partners with Hamptons International Rare development opportunity of land in Rondebosch

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by JAMES LEWIS

Seeff property sales across the Southern Suburbs have recorded good growth in the under R6 million price range but the Southern Suburbs upper areas have come under pressure. Overall, property sales growth in 2015 has been moderate in comparison to a record year for the company in 2014. The slowdown is consistent with the economists’ observations with John Loots of First National Bank (FNB) reporting that for the first 10 months of 2015, the average year-on-year house price inflation has been 6% which remains moderately lower than the 7.1% for 2014, and is expected to remain until year end 2015.

The South African economic climate looks to remain stagnate for 2016, according to the ABSA Economic Review, which forecasts that 2015 will close out on a real growth of only 2% and 2016 a moderate 2,2%. It is unlikely that ABSA’s forecast will change given our continued severe electricity supply constraints which remain a significant risk to the performance of the economy, coupled with our Reserve Bank intending to increase interest rates in 2016 to counter inflationary pressure. The only sector predicted to see solid growth is the property sector and in particular Western Cape (as reported in my previous Property Angle). Of importance to our readers, ABSA forecasts their lending rates at year-end 2016 to be around 10.5% which still remains significantly lower than the highs of around 15% in 2008.

The good news is that according to FNB, the residential market remains very well balanced and in many ways out of place compared to the rest of the economy, with demand still stronger than supply, despite the expectation that a weak economy should ultimately cause this 2 | december - january 2016 | the property pages

market balance to deteriorate. Seeff Southern Suburbs, Hout Bay and Llandudno forecast continued single and double digit (suburb dependent) house price growth for 2016 and we also support FNB’s view that constrained supply is at the heart of sustaining positive real house price growth.

Home upgrades (renovations) have seen significant growth since 2013. Homeowners are investing in their properties with a view to adding value. An FNB survey (3 Nov 2015) recorded a mere 3% value add upgrade for 2011 to 2013 compared with a remarkable rise of 26% by the 3rd quarter of this year.

Admittedly, this is lower than the 43% achieved in 2004 but is significantly up from recent years.

This is a healthy outlook and Seeff expects it to remain as such well into 2016. These upgrades have filtered through to our rental market where investors are acquiring properties, upgrading or value adding and then renting with an expected yield of around 8%. Please contact Pat Gorvett at the Seeff Property Hub on 021 794 5252 to discuss opportunities for you in this regard.

The big news of 2015 has been the fall in the rand against the major currencies. South Africa’s rand has tumbled by 21% against the US dollar this year. One can consider Brazil and Russia – like South Africa, both big raw material/commodity exporters – who have seen their currencies fall by 48% and 8% respectively against the US currency (FNB). Australia has also seen its currency plunge by 17% against the US dollar in 2015. South Africa is therefore not alone in experiencing a depreciating currency. This is good news for all our expats who are out on holiday – now is a great time to invest in SA property. We look forward to receiving your call on 021 794 5252 and speak to Pat Gorvett.

To our loyal readers of The Property Pages we thank you for all your feedback and support in 2015. We wish all those celebrating, a Merry Christmas, a festive New Year and a good start to 2016. Travel safely over the season and God bless.

JAMES LEWIS

References: ABSA Housing Review Qtr 3 2015 John Loots FNB Property Barometer Oct 15 & 3 Nov 2015 Corne Burger FNB Rand Barometer Oct 15

In the midst of our final quarter of 2015 we reflect back on a year that has seen solid growth for our Hout Bay office where for the 6 month period of April to September, Seeff was the top selling agency in Hout Bay according to Property Statistics. This is a record achievement for the office and reflective of the team’s commitment to customer service and professionalism in real estate. The Southern Suburbs rental team has also seen continued double digit year on year growth since 2013 and we forecast 2016 to be our top performing year to date!

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Rare development opportunity, last 15 000sqm tract of land in Rondebosch on the market

for sale by Tender

The last available land, measuring just over 15 000sqm (just over 1.5ha) in the sought-after university and school suburb of Rondebosch is on the market.

Located on the corner of Glendarrach Road and Lovers Walk, just below the University of Cape Town, the site comes with superb views of Table Mountain.

The property can be purchased in its entirety or a portion thereof measuring approximately 4855sqm.

Charmaine Scott-Wilson, Seeff’s agent mandated to market the property says this is an unparalleled opportunity – there simply is no land in the suburb and very little to compare in terms of the size and development opportunity across the southern suburbs.

The property is zoned SR1 and ideally suited for development such as an upmarket security estate that could yield significant returns for the investor, says the agent.

The demand for property in Rondebosch remains extremely strong driven by family buyers who are drawn to the excellent proximity to many top class schools as well as the University of Cape Town. Market conditions are still very favorable and the time is right for more development, says Scott Wilson.

Sales for this year for example already tops 74 units to the value of almost R290 million. The majority of sales have been freehold houses that have sold for an average price of R4.48 million, a phenomenal 18% more than last year’s average price of R3.8 million.

Top end homes though are fetching prices well above the suburb’s average. According to Scott-Wilson, almost 25% of houses have sold this year for upwards of R5 million and there have been three sales above the R10 million price mark.

Vacant land is on the whole very scarce in the built up areas of the southern suburbs according to James Lewis, principal for Seeff Southern Suburbs, Hout Bay and Llandudno.

Since 2009 there has for example only been about 73 sales of vacant land with a combined value of just under R338M across the entire southern suburbs (excluding the Constantiaberg area). This represents only about 2% of the total value of all sales over that period, a clear illustration of just how rare vacant land is.

Land prices are also rising on the back of the strong demand and low levels of supply given just how rare it is to find land, especially of the size and excellent location on offer with this Rondebosch tract of land according to Lewis.

Five of the seven most recent vacant land sales were for example for the full asking price, a clear demonstration of the demand for land in the area. Last month, a 705sqm plot in Shamrock Street, Newlands, sold for R4 965/sqm and in February, an 816sqm plot in Monmouth Road, Claremont Upper sold for R7 108/sqm.

In Rondebosch, the last vacant plot sale was a 496sqm erf in Oban Road that sold in late 2013 for R4 032/sqm, just over 50% more than the previous highest price of R2 664/sqm achieved in October 2010 for a 976sqm plot on Bonair Road.

The three most recent land sales in Rondebosch have averaged at around R3 401/sqm.

Closing date for sealed Tenders is noon on the 21st January 2016.

Acceptance by the seller: No later than noon on 15 February 2016.

NOTE – All figures quoted from Propstats data

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Local goes global, Seeff partners with Hamptons International, part of UK real estate giant FROM THE CHAIRMAN

SAMUEL SEEFF The Seeff property group has announced that it has partnered with Hamptons International as its exclusive Southern African partner. Hamptons International is a member of Countrywide, the largest real estate group in the United Kingdom.

The Seeff property group has announced that it has partnered with Hamptons International as its exclusive Southern African partner. Hamptons International is a member of Countrywide, the largest real estate group in the United Kingdom.

Over the past two years, Seeff has expanded further into the SADC region and now has offices in Botswana, Zambia, Namibia, Swaziland, Zimbabwe and Mauritius in addition to almost 200 countrywide. It was a natural progression for us to further expand our reach across the globe, said Samuel Seeff, chairman of the Seeff property group.

This exclusive partnership enables Seeff to market our local properties internationally and also gives buyers access to some 150 000 property listings world-wide including prime areas where South Africans are increasingly investing such as the UK, Portugal, Cyprus, Malta and even the USA. Speaking at the event, Alasdair Hedley, Head of International for Hamptons said that there are about 400 000 South Africans living in London and a further 100 000-odd across the UK. Last year, South Africans bought nearly as many UK properties as Americans and this is set to grow.

The demand for Brits purchasing homes outside the UK has also gained significant momentum. The growing expat community coupled with the excellent value in the South African property market has made South Africa an incredibly attractive option for an overseas purchase.

We’re absolutely thrilled to be joining forces with leading agent, Seeff and, said Hedley, look forward to taking South African properties to a British audience while offering our UK and other international properties to the South African market.

Similarly, Seeff will be leveraging the access to foreign markets as for local sellers. The demand for this is there and we believe that there is plenty of room for growth, investment inflows and economic benefits to be tapped, said Seeff.

Aside from the UK and Europe who still comprise about 60% of offshore buyers that invest in primary locations such as Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl, this now literally takes local property global. Given that Hamptons has some 85 branches across the globe and are represented on every continent, we anticipate a significant uptick in interest in property here.

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The partnership is also a springboard into Africa, specifically the growth hubs of Southern Africa, but also that of East and West Africa. We have already seen growing tourism from Africa into South Africa and with that wealthy buyers from countries such as Nigeria increasingly investing in top end properties, spending up to R55 million for a penthouse at the V&A Waterfront (sold by Seeff in 2012).

As with the rest of the world’s wealthy, Ultra-high-net-worthindividuals (UHNWI) from South Africa and other African growth hubs are increasingly looking to diversify their investment portfolios by adding more real estate into the mix, often investing in multiple properties, said Seeff.

This partnership with the Hamptons is a vital value-add that we are now able to offer sellers and buyers. Property has become a sought-after commodity amongst the wealthy who do not mind pay top prices as long as it is the right location such as the Atlantic Seaboard that carries with it inherent capital value and growth. We for example recent sold a Fresnaye property for R64.8 million as well as a luxury villa in Clifton for the record price of R111 million, both as investment properties to a single buyer.

Aside from the Cape’s coastal and wine regions, Seeff sees Sandton as a significant growth area for foreign buyers, not only from African countries such as Nigeria who may have business interest here, but as an appealing second home market for buyers from across the globe.

KwaZulu-Natal’s Dolphin Coast, Ballito and the Umhlanga areas along with Garden Route hotspots such as Plettenberg Bay and the top end golf estates of Knysna (Pezula for example) too should provide plenty of property finds and exciting value for foreigners right now given the weakness of the rand.

Seeff also noted that while the economy and investor confidence is challenging right now, he still sees the residential market as positive. It is well-balanced and still performing notably better than most economic sectors and the economy as a whole.

According to the latest data from one of the leading banks for example, property values are still growing at about 7%-8% against economic growth of around 1.5%-2% at best, he said.

Be sure to also visit www.seeff.com to view Seeff’s excellent selection of real estate buys or to find your nearest branch if you are looking to sell or obtain a valuation for your property.

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Property Angle by James Lewis 2 Rare development opportunity in Rondebosch 3 Samuel Seeff - Local goes global, Seeff partners with Hamptons International, part of UK real estate giant 4

Festive trends Designer picks - House of London Moving tips Recipe - Raspberry Cheesecake Food - Nutrition Food - Lifestyle Health and Fitness - Strength Training

Featured property 1 8, 9 Brand new and immaculate - Claremont Upper Featured property 2 10, 11 A home for all seasons - Constantia Upper Constantia properties 12, 14, 15, 16 Steenberg Golf Estate 15, 17 Bishopscourt property 13 Claremont properties 8, 28, 34, 35 Lynfrae property 34 Newlands / Rondebosch properties 29 Kenilworth properties 28, 31, 33, 35 Diep River property 33 Pinelands properties 56 Short Stay Rentals 19 Rentals properties 36, 37 Hout Bay properties 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63 Property Law by STBB

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win 2 Vouchers for a Waterford Estate Porcupine Trail for four people Dinner for two valued at R600 - Borage Bistro

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in every issue What’s on in Cape Town 6 Interior Trends 22, 23 DIY for the home 38, 39 Cavendish Square 24, 25 Historic Series 55 Gardening tips 50, 51 Pets 54 Connect Me Now 66

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER EDITION COMPETITION WINNERS Hunter Hotels Winner: Frances Kay Orrell, Constantia The Brasserie Winner: Andreas Paul, Newlands

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what’s on

what’s on in cape town Cherry Picking Season

Theatre & Comedy

28 November 2015 to 5 January 2016 Venue: Klondyke Cherry Farm

15 to 26 December 2015 Venue: Artscape Theatre

Franschhoek Cap Classique and Champagne Festival 5 & 6 December 2015 Venue: Huguenot Monument

Le Kap Lifestyle Fair

Fast Fingers, Slow Hand

The Nutcracker 20 December 2015 Venue: Fugard Theatre Bioscope

Night and Day

5 December 2015 Venue: Webersburg Wine Estate

31 December 2015 to 10 January 2016 Venue: Artscape Theatre

Slide The City

Swan Lake on Ice

19 & 20 December 2015 Venue: Slide the City Cape Town

14 to 31 January 2016 Venue: Artscape Theatre

Music & Nightlife

Nataniel

Boyz II Men and Joe 11 December 2015 Venue: CTICC

Mango Groove 13 December 2015 Venue: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

Electric Vines New Year’s Eve Festival 30 December 2015 to 1 January 2016 Venue: Wildekrans Wine Estate

Prime Circle 10 January 2015 Venue: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

Mi Casa 24 January 2016 Venue: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

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23 January 2016 Venue: Paul Cluver Amphitheater

Alistair Izobell’s Kaapse Jol 1 December to 9 January 2015 Venue: Baxter Theatre Centre

Enrichment

Aldo Balding at Christopher Moller Gallery 28 January to 3 March 2016 Venue: Christopher Moller Gallery

Titanic Artifact Exhibition 22 November 2015 to 6 March 2016 Venue: Watershed

Moses Tladi at South African National Gallery 24 September 2015 to 14 March 2016 Venue: Iziko South African National Gallery

Source: http://www.whatsonincapetown.com

Lifestyle

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southern suburbs

Claremont Upper | R10 000 000 + VAT This modern home consists of quality finishes with high ceilings and easy flow between reception areas. The fitted kitchen is open-plan to the dining room and lounge which lead out to the covered terrace, pool and neat, manageable garden.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 Garages 2 WEB 351615 DIANE HOSTY 082 775 2777

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southern suburbs

A home

for all seasons Constantia Upper | R10 000 000 Eclectic blend of form, function and style. This unique character home is set in a leafy sought-after neighbourhood. Offering 4 spacious bedrooms a separate guest suite and versatile 2 roomed home office or flatlet plus staff quarters. Interleading reception rooms, flow to deep-set entertainment patio with built-in fireplace, garden and salt-chlorinated pool.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Garages 1 WEB 368557 MARIE DURR 083 269 8608 I LIZA 082 805 7005 JANINE 073 168 4749 I PRISCILLA 082 324 3793

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Classic double storey Constantia Upper | R10 200 000 This gracious 570sqm north facing home is situated in an established garden with large beautiful trees, wrap around tiled decks and pool. Gorgeous sunny open plan reception areas with distinctive, bespoke wooden windows.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2

WEB 365606

PRISCILLA 082 324 3793 | JANINE 073 168 4749 MARIE DURR 083 269 8608 I LIZA 082 805 7005 12 | december - january 2016 | the property pages

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Beautiful and tranquil home overlooking Constantia Valley Bishopscourt | R14 900 000 This contemporary home is nestled in a quiet and pretty street and is situated on approximately 4400m² of magical terraced garden with secluded hideaways and sparkling pool- perfect for nature lovers.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2 WEB 285788 DIANE HOSTY 082 775 2777 the property pages | december - january 2016 | 13

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Gracious living on 2 acres Constantia Upper | R19 500 000 Impressive family home with spacious reception rooms and quality finishes throughout. Set on over 2 glorious acres in the sought after Embassy Belt of Constantia with easy access to country walks.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2

WEB 358307

MARIE DURR 083 269 8608 I LIZA 082 805 7005 JANINE 073 168 4749 I PRISCILLA 082 324 3793 14 | december - january 2016 | the property pages

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Nieuwe Steenberg, Constantia - Brand new, prestigious security estate Priced from R8 790 000 including VAT (no transfer duty payable) Nestled at the foot of the Steenberg mountains, next to the Golf Estate and the Steenberg vineyards, is this upmarket, 24 hour manned security estate. Offering 3 bedrooms all en-suite, lower level TV room or study, modern open plan living with top quality finishes and with great flow to a large undercover patio, these houses are the ultimate in contemporary living. A variety of floor plans are available, with house sizes between 304sqm and 389sqm and vineyard, sea and mountain views.

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2/3 WEB 352778 FAITH KNIGHT 083 950 8883 | NIKKI EDENBOROUGH 082 417 7807 the property pages | december - january 2016 | 15

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Constantia Hills Charmer Constantia | R6 700 000 Warm, spacious, family home with lots of accommodation, open plan kitchen and high ceilings. Lovely big bedrooms under the eaves, with Juliet balconies and views. Offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and pajama lounge upstairs and 3 receptions plus 3 smaller rooms (office/study/playroom?). Guest loo and modern open plan kitchen downstairs. Good flow to garden and undercover entertainment patio. Sweet Valley Primary zoned.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Garages 2 WEB 366808 FAITH KNIGHT 083 950 8883 / NIKKI EDENBOROUGH 082 417 7807 16 | december - january 2016 | the property pages

southern suburbs

Perfect lock up and go townhouse in a gated estate Nieuwe Steenberg Steenberg Golf Estate | R7 500 000 Nieuwe Steenberg is a small luxury gated 24 hour security Estate found on the Constantia Wine Route. This home faces North and overlooks the vineyards and Steenberg mountains. This home has spacious rooms with high ceilings creating a lovely sense of space and flow.

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Garages 1 WEB 366374 FAITH KNIGHT 083 950 8883 NIKKI EDENBOROUGH 082 417 7807 the property pages | december - january 2016 | 17

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southern suburbs

shortstayrentals Breathtaking views Hout Bay | R6 000 per day This is a daily let. Lovely home.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2 WEB 349881 STEVEN HOLVEC 082 881 9616

Spectacular views Llandudno | R15 000 per day This well appointed double-storey holiday home boasts uninterrupted sea views from just about every room in the house. This spacious home is an entertainers delight with large open plan living areas leading through to a beautiful patio and pool.

Occupation: 15 December 2015 - 10 January 2016.

Furnished.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 Parkings 4 WEB 350942 STEVEN HOLVEC 082 881 9616

Apartment on the sea Hout Bay | R3 000 per day This newly renovated apartment offers 2 bedrooms, 1 twin and 1 double, open plan living and dining leading onto wrap around balcony offering sea and beach views. Modern kitchenette is well equipped. Small block within easy walking distance to Hout Bays Dunes restaurant and bar and the Mainstream centre with Woolworths and Pick ‘n Pay. Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 Parkings 1 WEB 363449 JENNY BARBOUR 071 611 9702

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1. Snowflake glitter balls, @home R75.00; 2. Gold glittered berry ornament, Boardmans R119.95; 3. Decorative mesh tree, MPRHome R139.99; 4. Sculpture Reindeer LED Rattan 40cm, @home R179.00; 5. Gold glass ball 60mm, Boardmans R99.95; 6. Natural pinecone wreath, Boardmans R599.95; 7. Statue star, @home R299.00; 8. White and gold set of 3 Tea Light Holders, Boardmans R169.95 20 | december - january 2016 | the property pages

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1. Cut out wooden tree, MRPHome R179.99; 2. Resin angel with bird and wreath, MRPHome R179.99; 3. Luxe champagne bucket, MRPHome R1 400.00; 4. Silver onion hanging ball, Boardmans R99.95; 5. 4 Dimple napkin rings, MRPHome R119.99 All prices were correct at time of going to press

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trends - picks of the month

interiortrends Image source: http://myscandinavianhome.blogspot.co.za

Scandi Style Whats there not to love about Scandi style? With its subtle greys, blacks and pastel shades, it is a comfortable, soft and intrinsically sophisticated look.

LAMP R795, Weylandts CLOCK R999, @home

BRANCH CUSHION R350, Love Milo

DESK R2 500, MRPHome

CHAIR R2 999, @home 22 | december - january 2016 | the property pages

trends - picks of the month

LIGHTING R1 399, @home

LAMP R4 995, Weylandts PICTURE R1 299, @home

The Scandi look is essentially minimalistic, refined and subtle, bringing in a touch of glamour and shine with warm metallics such as copper or gold can really bring the look to life.

Think copper pendants or dĂŠcor pieces with a metallic finish.

CANDLE HOLDER R135, Weylandts

Article source: http://www.celebratehomestyle.com

CHEST OF DRAWERS R7 299, @home

COUCH R5 999, @home

CASE R599, @home

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what’s hot this month at Cavendish Square

VISIT CAVENDISH SQUARE

What’s New at

Cavendish Square Swarovksi

Step into Swarovski’s romantic world, with their collection of exquisite vintage pieces with a modern twist. Visit the boutique, on ground floor and explore their beautiful new collection – they have the perfect piece for every mood, style and taste.

Pandora

World-renowned for its high quality and hand-finished jewellery at affordable prices, PANDORA designs, manufactures and markets modern jewellery made from genuine materials. Inspiring women to embrace their individuality and express their personal style, PANDORA’s romantic and feminine jewellery captures the unforgettable moments of life. Visit Pandora on ground floor and be inspired!

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what’s hot this month at Cavendish Square

VISIT CAVENDISH SQUARE

Christmas activities

NEW

Vivante means ‘Living Life’ in French. Vivante is a restaurant where our customers can come and live their life. Somewhere where you will feel at home. A home away from home - so to say. A place where you will find next level “home cooking”. From our portions to our combinations will make you feel fulfilled, and it will enhance you enjoying your life.

Vivante is not just a restaurant - it’s a venue where all your senses will be tantalized in order for you to make the most of every moment.

Live Christmas music from 23 Nov until 23 Dec, performances by The Philharmonia choir of Cape Town, Acoustic Element and School of Rock.

Charity Christmas Cards will be on sale from 1 - 15 December.

Fabulous Christmas Pop–up Store, located on ground floor, opposite Aldo, November - 31 December.

Christmas extended trading hours:

Photos with Santa 14 - 23 December, 11am – 3pm daily.

FRIDAY, 11 – WEDNESDAY, 23 DECEMBER: 9AM – 9PM 16 DECEMBER, PUBLIC HOLIDAY: 9AM – 9PM SUNDAY, 12 & 19 DECEMBER: 9AM – 9PM THURSDAY, 24 SEPTEMBER: 9AM -7PM FRIDAY, 25 DECEMBER & FRIDAY, 1 JANUARY: OPTIONAL INFO DESK: +27 (0)21 657 5620 | WWW.CAVENDISH.CO.ZA

TRADING HOURS: MON-SAT: 9AM - 7PM, SUN: 10AM - 5PM INFO DESK: +27 (0)21 657 5620 | WWW.CAVENDISH.CO.ZA

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designer picks

THE ART OF HOME STAGING

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House of London

Home staging or property styling, is the proven technique for decreasing the selling time of a property and maximising the sellers return on investment.

“Where decorating personalises a home, staging is dressing a property with the objective to make it appeal to as many buyers as possible”, says Nicola Smith of House of London Interiors.

“Home staging seems to be a fairly new concept to South Africa however its popularity is on the rise. During our golden property boom years, properties could sell with little to no effort from the seller. A quick mow of the lawn and tidy up of the kitchen and your property was ready for sale.

With slower market conditions, buyers often have more choice, therefore resulting in a property being on the market for a longer period of time.

“Not everyone can envision the potential of an empty home or even an empty room”, says Nicola. “Our job is to set the stage so that prospective buyers can see the potential that the home has to offer and to be able to visualise themselves living in that space – you’re not just selling a home, you’re selling a lifestyle”.

Research clearly shows that a staged and furnished home sells faster and for a better price. Even on a new build, the number of potential buyers viewing the property increases.

Furnished spaces allow the buyer to establish a sense of scale as it can be difficult to get a feeling for the space and possible use of the rooms. “By staging the rooms, you are effectively guiding the buyer to see the potential that the property offers for their requirements”.

Need assistance with staging your home? Contact House of London Interiors at design@houseoflondon.co.za or visit our website at www.houseoflondon.co.za House of London Interiors is a Cape Town based boutique design studio specialising in residential interiors and home staging. Our passion is creating timeless designs which blend traditional elegance with modern simplicity.

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southern suburbs

Everything you need & more!

Claremont | R3 295 000 Light & bright, beautifully presented and maintained family home. 3 well-sized bedrooms, 2 renovated bathrooms (MES with his/her basins, bath & shower). Spacious, open plan lounge/ dining room with gorgeous Oregon pine floors and wood burning fireplace - excellent flow to N/F undercover patio, private garden and sparkling pool. Well-appointed kitchen with granite tops.

Excellent security. Centrally located within easy access to shops & transport.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 Garages 1 WEB 367458 DEBBIE CHALMERS 082 871 6278

Character filled family home Kenilworth Upper | R5 200 000 Stately double storey home set on 874 sqm of manicured garden. Close to top Schools and Cavendish Shopping Mall. Attractive semi formal sitting room with beautiful wooden floor and high beamed ceilings and feature open fireplace.

Spacious Family/TV room open plan to kitchen and breakfast area overlooking garden and pool patio.

Beautifully maintained garden under irrigation

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Parkings 4 WEB 366672 FORD KING 083 226 2946 PAUL SALE 082 959 6783

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Character home with charming garden Rondebosch | R3 950 000 This character-filled, immaculate home leads from a spacious entrance hall to the lounge with Godin fireplace and also to the dining room and open-plan kitchen which flow to a lush entertainers garden with sparkling pool, decking, water feature and more.

Another feature is the winter courtyard, sunny and sheltered, ideal for outdoor dining.

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2 WEB 367341 CHARMAINE SCOTT-WILSON 082 377 4567 JANE WINTER 082 659 0592

Design Intervention at Montebello Newlands | R3 436 000 This spacious Montebello two bedroom/ two bathroom apartment now showcases a contemporary European upgrade. A meticulous, stylish renovation has brought this space into the 21st century. A slick, gourmet kitchen integrates with the living/dining room featuring marble floor tiles and flowing to deep, private balcony with remarkable views over the park-like gardens and towards majestic mountains.

Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 WEB 366890 SEAN GUY 082 491 3099 BELINDA KEYS 083 648 0888

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Proud Suppliers to the first Green Hotel in Africa Shutters • Aluminium roller shutters • Lockable security shutters (Shutter Guard) • Thermo wood (Mock Wood) shutters Awnings • Drop down screens • Pergola awnings • Fold arm awnings Blinds • New fabric venetian & roller blind designs • Roman, venetian wood, venetian aluminium, vertical, bamboo, automated & manual blinds Curtaining • Custom made curtaining to your requirements • New ready made curtaining decorator’s pleat in stock • 100% loose blackout & 70% blackout lining available

Fabrics • Linen look & linen fabrics in stock • Variety of cotton printed fabrics • New local and imported ranges to choose from • A wide range of curtaining & upholstery fabrics per metre in stock • Large selection of sample books from top SA fabric houses to order from Upholstery & Re-Upholstery • Custom made to your requirements.

Lounge suites, single chairs, ottomans, headboards & cushions in all shapes, sizes & fabrics Rails & Accessories • Fully automated, conventional rail & rod systems Soft Furnishings • Tie backs, hold backs, fringing, tassels, throws, bedspreads, custom made cushions & ready made cushions

At Mamacos we provide our clients with a wide range of services, from personalised interior advice to designing and creating some of the country’s most sought after curtains and décor for both domestic and commercial requirements. Using only the finest locally made and imported fabrics, we have a team of experienced staff and a strict quality policy, which has seen the company flourish into a respected market leader.

CONTACT ONE OF OUR CONSULTANTS 021 712 7777 Physical Address: 121 Main Rd, Diep River, Cape Town 7800 | Email: sales@mamacos.co.za | Web: www.mamacos.co.za

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southern suburbs

Ambassadorial Georgian home Kenilworth Upper | R9 750 000 Grand Family home in quiet cul-de-sac with fabulous mountain views. Exceptional spacious rooms, with staff accommodation and ample parking situated on just under 1 500m2 grounds.

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Parkings 2 WEB 300120 FORD KING 083 226 2946 PAUL SALE 082 959 6783 the property pages | december - january 2016 | 31

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Light, bright entertainer’s delight Diep River | R2 550 000 Modern North facing family home with great entertainment flow leading to covered patio’s, pretty garden and private pool area. This well maintained three bed, two bath home with 2 reception rooms, study and outside storeroom lends itself to easy living. You will be proud to entertain.

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 Parkings 2 WEB 365154 PETER THORNTON 072 625 8467 PETER MARAIS 082 493 3316

The income is the outcome!

Kenilworth | R1 150 000 Discover a superb opportunity. This two bedroomed ground floor apartment overlooking garden has a tenant until July 2016. Offering a good rental income/yield. Renovated Kitchen, parquet flooring and extra bics in both bedrooms. Inclusive of one off street allocated parking bay.

Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 WEB 363473 DEIDRE TRACEY 083 753 5226 TEODORA ALEKSIEVA 084 569 7759

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southern suburbs

Fabulous find in Lynfrae!

Lynfrae | R4 095 000 Spacious, stylish family home with dual living potential! Main bedroom with BIC’s and built-in dresser. 2 further bedrooms with BIC’s. Full family bathroom with bath & shower. Large lounge with fireplace. Family room/TV room/play room.

Study/4th bedroom potential with en-suite loo and basin (adjoins storeroom & shower – could become granny flat). Newly renovated open plan kitchen leads to dining room with excellent indoor/ outdoor flow to large undercover patio.

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 Parkings 3 WEB 365444 DEBBIE CHALMERS 082 871 6278

Family home with dual living opportunity Claremont | R3 095 000 Centrally located family home offers main house with 4 bedrooms (all with BIC’s), 2 bathrooms (mes). Open plan tiled dining room and lounge with fireplace - French doors to patio and sunfilled garden. Well-fitted kitchen. Secure off-street parking behind automated gate for 2 - 3 cars. PLUS separate entrance flatlet (with separate remote access) with open plan living area and kitchenette.

Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 3 Parkings 5 WEB 357032 DEBBIE CHALMERS 082 871 6278

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What a find – Just move in!

Claremont | R3 250 000 Gorgeous, bright & welcoming family home.

3 spacious double bedrooms with BIC’s. PLUS study/4th bedroom option. 3 newly renovated bathrooms (2 en-suite). Sun-filled N/F lounge and eat-in kitchen. Tiled throughout. Burglar bars & electric fence.

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Garages 1 WEB 365075 DEBBIE CHALMERS 082 871 6278

Position, Tranquility, Security Kenilworth | R2 250 000 Gorgeous townhouse situated in small secure complex, offers two bedrooms, lavishly spacious main en suite with plenty of cupboards, lounge/dining room naturally flowing to secluded garden, compact kitchen adjacent to laundry area, guest cloakroom, garage and parking bay.

Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 Garages 1 WEB 366688 DEIDRE TRACEY 083 753 5226 TEODORA ALEKSIEVA 084 569 7759

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southern suburbs rentals

rentals Surrounded by amphitheatre of mountain & valley views Constantia | R42 000 per month Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2 WEB 365884 SONYA GARISCH 082 446 0619 JACQUI BUSH 082 550 7967

Charming established family home Newlands | R38 000 per month Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Garages 2 WEB 334868 SONYA GARISCH 082 446 0619 JACQUI BUSH 082 550 7967

Luxurious contemporary home with spacious 2 bedroomed cottage Constantia | R95 000 per month Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 5 Garages 5 WEB 361763 SONYA GARISCH 082 446 0619 JACQUI BUSH 082 550 7967

Unique 4 bedroom family home with large grounds Constantia | R40 000 per month Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2 WEB 341266 SONYA GARISCH 082 446 0619 JACQUI BUSH 082 550 7967

Brand new 3/4 bedroom home in security estate Tokai | R45 000 per month Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 4 Garages 3 WEB 364162 JACQUI BUSH 082 550 7967 SONYA GARISCH 082 446 0619 36 | december - january 2016 | the property pages

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rentals Majestic Architect designed home Constantia Upper | R85 000 per month Bedrooms 7 Bathrooms 7 Garages 3 WEB 368869 JACQUI BUSH 082 550 7967 SONYA GARISCH 082 446 0619

Cosy and central family home Claremont | R24 000 per month Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Garages 1 WEB 367163 MARINDA BIENTZ 083 926 1553

5 Bedroom renovated family home in Kenilworth Kenilworth | R30 000 per month Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 3 Garages 2 WEB 363579 MARINDA BIENZ 083 926 1553

Gracious Victorian 4 Bedroom Home Claremont | R26 000 per month Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Parkings 3 WEB 338601 SALLY ROSS 082 330 8084

Sunny, spacious 4 bedroom home in upper Claremont Claremont | R40 000 per month Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Garages 2 WEB 363770 SALLY ROSS 082 330 8084 the property pages | december - january 2016 | 37

diy for the home

diyhome BUILD YOUR OWN

TRESTLE DESK

Trestle desks are not only spacious and stylish, they are also easy to make and perfect for any study, studio or student’s room.

Do this project over a weekend as a family project. The grown ups can cut and assemble while the kids can stain. The completed desk will cost around R1500 if you buy ready-made trestles, or make your own using PAR pine and save money.

WHAT YOU NEED: 1 solid pine slat door – 32mm thick (new or recycled) 2 pine trestles – 800mm wide (or make your own) 4 PAR pine planks 20 x 69mm, 2400mm length 40 wood screws 5 x 30mm Wood stain (we used antique oak) Wood filler (to match colour of stain) Clear varnish TOOLS: Wood saw, jigsaw or circular saw Drill / Driver plus assorted bits Countersink bit 2, 4 and 6mm drill bits 120- and 240-grit sandpaper Tape measure and pencil Paintbrush

HERE’S HOW: Step one:

Article source: http://www.easydiy.co.za

To make the shelves: measure and mark two pine planks into six equal pieces 400mm long. Measure and mark a third pine plank into 2 pieces 400mm long and 2 pieces 800mm long.

Using a saw, cut the pine planks as marked and sand corners and edges.

TOP TIP When sanding the corners fold the sandpaper into three and place on a flat surface. Lightly rub the corners of the plank over the sandpaper. This makes it easier to handle.

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Step two: Stain individual planks with wood stain as per the manufacturer’s instructions and allow to dry.

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Step three: To assemble the shelves: place seven planks on a flat working surface with 50mm gaps; the overall length of the planks should measure 800mm. Centre the 800mm (single) plank on top and lightly pencil mark its position on the lower planks. Using a 2mm wood bit, drill two holes 30mm deep at the location of each bottom plank position.

Step six: To form the desktop apron, mark and cut the remaining plank to the length of the door. Sand the edges of the plank.

Step seven:

Step four: Remove the 800mm plank and, using the 4mm wood bit, make all the 2mm holes larger and place the plank back into its original position using the pencil marks as a guide. Screw the top plank to the lower planks. Turn over assembly – the shelf is now complete. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to make the second shelf.

Measure and mark five equally spaced holes 20mm down from the top edge of the apron plank. Using the 4mm bit, drill countersunk holes through the apron plank. Position the apron on the front edge of door and, use a 2mm bit to drill pilot holes through the pre-drilled holes into the door – ensuring that the top of the apron is flush with the desktop. Screw into position.

Fill any holes with wood filler and sand smooth when dry.

GOOD TO KNOW Use water-based varnish; it is easy to apply and you can clean the paintbrush under the tap and reuse it for your next DIY project.

Step eight: Step five: Stain trestle legs and allow to dry. Adjust the rope on the trestle so that the 400mm-wide shelf is adequately supported.

GOOD TO KNOW Wear rubber or disposable gloves when using wood stain.

Sand and stain the completed desktop and allow to dry. Varnish the completed trestle legs, shelves and desktop as per the manufacturer’s instructions and allow to dry.

Step nine: Assemble your trestle desk, then stand back and admire your handywork. Be prepared to spend future weekends helping your friends make one for themselves! the property pages | december - january 2016 | 39

movingtips When you have sold your house the fun has only just begun!! There a numerous things to consider and to do.

The following list will assist you in your moving plans.

2 MONTHS

before moving

• Sort through the contents of drawers and cupboards to clear out what you don’t want or need.

Take to auction or donate unwanted items to charity.

• List everything of value you plan to move and determine replacement values for insurance • • • • • • •

purposes.

Obtain estimates from several moving companies and choose one.

If moving out of town, make travel arrangements.

Notify your children’s schools of the move and contact new schools for enrollment information.

Obtain copies of school records, or have them sent to new schools.

Obtain copies of medical records for each family member.

Ask doctors to recommend doctors in your new community.

Consult insurance agents to find out if changes to policies are necessary.

1 MONTH

• Alert utility companies to disconnect services the day after you move and to have new service

1 WEEK

• • • •

before moving

before moving

activated several days before you arrive at your new house.

• If necessary, arrange for storage in your new area.

• If you’re packing your house yourself, ask your mover to supply boxes and paper • Arrange payment or deposit for movers.

• • • • •

MOVING DAY

If you’re packing yourself, finish packing boxes and ensure they are securely taped.

Confirm travel arrangements, if needed.

Have cash on hand to tip movers.

Write directions to your new home for the moving company, confirm delivery date, and give the company your itinerary and cell phone number.

Complete change-of-address forms at the post office, and send notices to magazine subscriptions, creditors, friends and relatives, banks, and any other necessary companies and organizations.

Cancel newspaper subscriptions.

Notify your employers -- new and old -- of your new contact information.

Clean rugs and have them packed for moving.

Pack suitcases you plan to move yourself with clothes, toiletries, jewellery, and important financial records and documents.

• Pack a box with essentials for your first night in your new home.

• Lock windows, turn off lights, close doors, and take a final tour after the movers have finished to make certain nothing is left behind, especially in the garage.

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food

foodrecipe

Raspberry Cheesecake Who can resist a raspberry topped rich and creamy cheesecake... just a small slice will hit the spot!

INGREDIENTS For the base: • 150g digestive biscuits, finely crushed • 75g butter, melted For the filling: • 300g cream cheese • 125g caster sugar • Finely grated zest of ½ lemon • 150ml double cream • 3 gelatine leaves • 300g raspberries • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 1 egg white For the raspberry sauce • 250g fresh or frozen raspberries • 50g caster sugar • 2 tsp lemon juice • Extra raspberries for decoration You will need • a 20cm spring-form tin, base lined with baking parchment

PREPARATION

Article source: http://www.womanandhome.com/recipes

1. For the base, place the biscuits and butter in a bowl, stir well then press into the base of the tin. Chill whilst you make the filling.

2. Place the cream cheese, sugar and lemon zest in a large bowl and beat well until smooth. Soak the gelatine leaves in a bowl of cold water to soften. Place half the double cream in a saucepan and bring just up to a boil, remove from the heat.

Squeeze the excess water from the gelatine leaves and add to the hot cream, swirl the pan around until the gelatine is dissolved.

3. Place the raspberries and lemon juice in a bowl and lightly crush them with the back of a fork. Slowly add the gelatine mixture to the cream cheese mixture, beating well, then add the remaining cream. Stir the raspberries into the cream cheese mixture.

4. Beat the egg white until stiff and fold into the cream cheese mixture, making sure it is thoroughly combined. Pour the filling over the biscuit base, level the top and chill for a minimum of 6 hours or overnight.

5. For the sauce, place the raspberries, caster sugar and lemon juice in a saucepan and heat gently until the sugar has dissolved and the fruit has burst with juice. Press the mixture through a fine sieve to remove the seeds. Set aside until cold.

6. To serve the cheesecake, run a round bladed knife around the outside of the cheesecake and remove from the tin. Slice and serve with extra raspberries and the raspberry sauce. The cheesecake will keep for 3 days, covered in the fridge.

top tip

To cut a cheesecake into neat, clean slices, run a knife under hot water, dry and then slice.

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foodnutrition

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South African guidelines recommend that regular alcohol consumers should not exceed one drink per day (women) and two drinks per day (men). Whilst there is some evidence to show that oneBergvliet glass of red |wine may help reduce cardiovascular R3 650 000 disease, the benefits of drinking have been exaggerated in the media. There is far Family home in great zoned for Sweet Valley School, North facing more research showing that position, alcohol consumption leads health problems such as open plan with a and greatcancers entertainment area. Stunning garden. weight gain, liver disease so it’s important to keepirrigated an eye on how much and how often you drink alcohol. Alcohol is a also a diuretic and stimulates urination.

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 Garages 1 WEB 346742 This leads to dehydration and contributes to your hangover.

PETER MARAIS 082 493 3316 SHARYN Don’t let the drinks sneak up on DABBS you 084 764 5269 PETER THORNTON 072 625 8467 Counting alcohol units is a good way to monitor your alcohol consumption. It is advised that women drink less than 14 units per week (two to three units per day) and at men drink at maximum of 21 units per week (four units per day).

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recommended daily unit intake. The alcohol content of wines has increased over time and South African wines tend to have higher alcohol content due to hotter climates. Alcohol content makes a big difference to the amount of units you may Claremont | R2 285 000bottles to gauge drink at any one time so read the labels on your wine or beer the wine strength or ask your bartender for the alcohol content of the charm wine. Itand maycape It does not get better than this. Superb mix of English cottage be worth choosing lower alcohol versions or learning the alcohol content of your ambience. From your entrance foyer, walk up the stairs and step into your favourite brand to help Yesteryear you estimate howsundowners much you are drinking.

A low hideaway. living, balcony, pool and alcohol garden.beer should contain no more than 2.5% ABV.

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TOP TIPS FOR STICKING TO THE LIMITS

What to drink

• Never drink on an empty stomach. Eating before drinking will slow down your body’s absorption of the alcohol.

Healthy drinks are an important part of a balanced diet and staying hydrated has many health benefits including regular bowel function, better energy levels and improved concentration. Aim to drink 2 litres of non alcoholic beverages a day. Water is the best and cheapest option followed by semi-skimmed or skimmed milk and diluted fruit juice. Keep carbonated drinks to a minimum (not more than 1 a day), as they are not good for your bone health, generally high in sugar and additives.

• Alternate with glasses of water or soft drink with alcoholic drinks. Other options are a glass of mixer such as tonic.

This will help you stretch out your unit quota and stayed hydrated at the same time.

• Go virgin and try a non alcoholic cocktail.

• Top up your drinks with ice. This will dilute the drink and reduce the amount of alcohol you can get into the glass.

Even a glass of white wine can be diluted with a few cubes of ice.

• Extend your drink by adding a low calorie mixer such as a shandy.

• Try to count the units of alcohol you are drinking. You will always be surprised and this can help you keep those units down.

• Savour your drink. Drink slowly, take small sips and pace yourself.

• Avoid top ups as this makes it hard to monitor how much you are drinking and you may drink more than you think.

Erica Jankovich & Sasha Watkins Registered Dietitians

• Give your body a break. Having at least two alcohol-free days every week will help your liver repair itself. You may even want to try an alcohol free month like January.

www.eatfitdietitians.com info@eatfitsa.com Tel: 021 201 1125

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food lifestyle

foodlifestyle

sa-vour...

a foodie experience in the Winelands One of the things I love to do most (and now it’s part of my job), is to discover great foodie experiences in and around the City, and to share them. Over the coming months, I hope to uncover some new and exciting foodie destinations and via these articles, to share some of my personal food journeys with you.

A favourite indulgence of mine on a weekend, is a long languorous lunch with friends and family. In Cape Town we are unbelievably spoilt for choice. There are so many options right here on our doorstep, but I think what we don’t do enough, is to get out to the Winelands. So a couple of weeks ago I got a group together and we made our way to Stellenbosch.

To counter the indulgence of the wining and dining, I thought that something active to start the day would be a good idea.

Waterford Estate has always been one of my favourite wine farms. They have recently launched their wine trails and we were privileged to be the second group doing one of their walks. After being welcomed with a glass of ice cold Cap Classique, we were taken on a cellar tour which has to be one of the best I’ve experienced. We finished our bubbles in the gorgeous courtyard beside the fountain and were tempted by a game of boules but alas had no time. Brandon was a fabulous guide – he grew up on the estate and so it was very special to hear his stories and personal insights, as he led us through the vineyards, fynbos, and olive trees. Mid way we stopped alongside the dam for a baguette and the obligatory glass of wine because what would a wine trail be without vino?

Guests get to choose their wine and we opted for the estate’s delicious Chardonnay, one of my personal favourites and it didn’t fail to please… I was just sorry not to be able to have a second glass!

I would highly recommend a visit to the beautiful Waterford Estate to experience a wine trail and once you’ve done some exercise you can enjoy a wine tasting or even one of their fabulous wine and chocolate pairings. To win one of these spectacular wine walks for a group of four, see page 48 for the competition details.

Having built up an appetite it was time for lunch, so we headed to The Jordan Restaurant with George Jardin. Although it is currently ranked number 5 in the Eat Out’s Mercedes Benz Top Ten restaurants for 2014 (and has been in the Top 10 for the past five years), it is unpretentious and relaxed. Menus change daily based on the availability of the best seasonal produce and ingredients, and George and his team create a feast both for the eyes and the palate.

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The weather was a little chilly and so we were seated indoors, but as the front of the restaurant is wall to floor glass you still get amazing views of the dam, vineyards and surrounding mountains. There is a fabulous selection of Jordan wines to choose from and we opted for a gorgeously pink Chameleon Rosé as an aperitif, followed by the equally delicious Jordan Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot to accompany our meals. There are also a number of other regional wines on offer. To keep the hunger pangs at bay whilst contemplating the day’s menu, guests are served an incredible bread board. You need to be careful not to overdo it though, because trust me it’s all so good that you want a little taste of everything, but you need to save yourself for the meal that lies ahead!

The lunch menu is two or three courses from the day’s menu. We decided to start with two courses and see how we felt… For starters I had the Mussels En Papillote. A very generous serving of mussels served in paper with an incredible lemon grass, chilli, lime, ginger, garlic and coconut milk sauce. Scrape the bottom of the bowl with the last piece of bread good! Other choices were the Globe Artichoke and Parmesan Tart, the Trout Gravadlax with Horseradish Chantilly and the 12 hour braised lamb shoulder with gnocchi and salsa verde.

My choice for main course was the Braised and Seared Springbok with hazelnut crust. The Springbok was perfectly cooked and tender and beautifully accompanied by young parsnips, roasted garlic puree and turnip. The Aged Chalmar Sirloin with a herb crust was popular and the lighter choices were the White Stumpnose with a fricassee of early spring greens and the East Coast Hake with salted lemon crust. All our meals were beautifully plated and presented and were proclaimed totally delicious …. the very empty plates bore testimony to this!

By now we were all feeling pretty satisfied…but if you are anything like me you like something sweet to end such a spectacular meal. To get a taste of almost everything we selected a few desserts which we shared. A Valrhona chocolate and rhubarb tart with hazelnut ice cream, a buffalo yogurt panna cotta with new seasons passion fruit curd, honeycomb and reduced milk ice cream and then the piece de resistance the Honey and Poppy seed soufflé Heaven!

There is also a walk in cheese room with a selection of the finest seasonal South African cheeses where guests can join George Jardin to make a personal selection.

Whilst the food is all important for me – it is about the overall experience and bad service can ruin a meal. Not so at Jordan.

The service is excellent… staff are friendly and well informed and attentive without being intrusive. So if you are wanting a very special lunch experience out head to Jordan. You won’t be disappointed! The Restaurant at Jordan is open for lunch seven days a week and dinner Thursday through Saturday. (NB: bookings are essential!). If you are looking for something more relaxed, The Bakery at Jordan offers coffee, pastries, breakfasts and light lunches. You can dine indoors whilst enjoying the aroma of freshly baked bread or al fresco on the lawns or deck.

Unfortunately all good things must come to an end, so after some exercise, delicious food, lovely wine and lots of good conversation and laughter, all amidst the spectacular Stellenbosch winelands it was time to head back to the City … and start thinking about and planning the next foodie get-together.

Bon appétit!

Jacqui Morris owns and runs sa-vour, which offers unique and personal cooking and culinary experiences in Cape Town and surrounds. Join us for hands-on cooking classes, demos with leading chefs, visits to local producers, wineries and so much more.

We tailor make your foodie experiences including culinary holidays, gourmet weekends, special celebrations, corporate getaways, team building.

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getaway

2 vouchers for a Waterford Estate Porcupine Trail for four people (T’s & C’s apply) SMS ‘waterford’ to 33716

Waterford Estate is situated in one of the world’s most visually arresting pockets of paradise. Nestled in the picturesque Blaauwklippen Valley, in the world renowned Stellenbosch region, this 120 hectare property boasts ancient citrus groves, rolling lawns, water features and fragrant lavender beds.

Waterford Estate is immensely proud of their uniquely South African location and the rich diversity of their indigenous flora and fauna. They are constantly developing new experiences for their guests and so the Porcupine Trail Wine walk was born.

It offers guests a different perspective and an active way of enjoying the winelands.

The 2 hour guided walk leaves from the Cellar Door and takes guests through Fynbos Fields, Vineyards, walking amongst the 2.5m Wild Protea bushes on the way to the Poplar Tree Grove, alongside the lightly flowing Pecan Stream where you then follow the Porcupine Trail into the Wild Olive grove valley.

Here you come across 200 year old trees and see the caves of both the Porcupines and the Lynx that are resident on Waterford Estate.

Finally you come across a table set under the Old Oak Tree on the edge of the Chardonnay Vineyard overlooking the Chardonnay Dam. While looking down the valley with Table Mountain in the distance you get to taste your chosen wines whilst enjoying a light snack, before walking back down the valley to the Winery.

A backpack for the walk is provided (1 between 2 guests). This includes your chosen Waterford Estate wine along with a light snack. Guests are advised to bring their most comfortable boots / shoes as well as a sun hat and sunscreen.

Trails are offered Monday through Saturday. The trails typically start at 10am and 3pm, but these times can be flexible on request.

Waterford Estate also offers a selection of unique wine tastings, wine and chocolate pairings and wine drives.

Waterford Wine Estate Blaauwklippen Rd, Helderberg, Stellenbosch www.waterfordestate.co.za Reservations for the morning and afternoon walks can be made by e-mailing cellardoor@waterfordestate.co.za, or phoning 021 880 5308.

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Terms and Conditions Each voucher includes a Porcupine Wine Trail for four people.

Only one voucher will be issued per winner. Voucher is valid before 31 December 2016. Trails are subject to availability and dependent on weather conditions. Prize is not redeemable, nor transferable.

restaurant feature

Tucked away on the ground floor of the chic Portside Tower, Cape Town’s tallest building, you will find Borage, a Bistro which offers great breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Entrepreneur Christian Vaatz and head chef Frank Marks, teamed to establish an avant-garde eatery reflecting Cape Town’s innovative, multi-cultural and cosmopolitan style.

Frank is a prodigy of Luke Dale-Roberts, and has refined his craft in four of the world’s top hundred restaurants including Dinner by Heston Blumenthal.

Borage (named after the flowering herb) emphasizes the quality of food, bringing out the most flavour by focusing on good produce and modern cooking techniques.

Ingredients are locally sourced wherever possible and so the menu changes based on seasonality. Combined with charismatic and efficient service, Borage has created a homely feel that’s contemporary and welcoming. The space is light and airy with high ceilings and double-volume windows and the décor is elegant urban chic with light blonde wood tables in configurations that allow for both intimate and group seating.

Pop in for a cup of Truth coffee and a delicious pastry or linger over breakfast whilst enjoying the free wi-fi. The lunch and dinner menu are the same (with slightly lighter portions for lunch) and although fairly small, the selection on offer makes a choice difficult. Think Tomato and Goats cheese tart or Seared Tuna for starters…. Mushroom Risotto, Confit Duck or Pork Belly are some of the mains. Desserts include Chocolate Fondant, Tarte Tatin and a cheese platter. There is also a salad and sandwich menu which is available all day and a daily blackboard special. The drinks list comprises a number of craft beers and the wine list is interesting and changes regularly with a number of wines available by the glass.

Every last Tuesday of the month the restaurant hosts a pop up Supper Club. The three course menu changes each month but it’s great value for money at R150 per head.

Join us for a special Bistro dining experience at Borage – we look forward to welcoming you.

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gardeningtips 10 TOP TIPS

to growing your own Veggies

The return to a much more wholesome way of eating seems to be taking off in many households, as people become more conscious of where their food comes from and how it gets to your plate. More and more people are choosing to grow their own vegetables, rather than purchasing them from the store. But growing your own veggies requires a bit of planning and preparation if you want to get the best harvest. Cape Contours Landscape Solutions suggests 10 key essentials for a healthy and delicious garden.

1

Let the sun in

You need a minimum of 6 hours of sun a day, preferably North facing, without obstructions that may cast shadows.

2

Build up the soil

Building up the soil is possibly the most important step in growing gourmet veg. Without healthy soil, sufficient water and regular fertilizing, your plants will not be able to grow healthy, strong roots, which enable them to reach enough nutrients, encouraging lush and productive growth. Good drainage is also extremely important. Just as too little water can kill your plants, overwatering will have the same results, as it will cause root rot.

To blend your own soil from scratch, mix an equal part of compost, river sand and organic matter (compost). Mix in kraal manure and bone meal.

3

Arrange plants for maximum yield

Planting in triangles allows for 10-14 percent more plants in each bed. Although always consider what the full size of the plants will be when fully established to prevent overcrowding though, or some plants won’t reach their full size or yield and will become more vulnerable to diseases and insect attacks.

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The combination of Marigolds and raised planters keep unwelcome visitors away from your crops.

4

Companion Planting

Companion planting has been around for thousands of years, dating back to traditional gardening methods found in ancient Asia. Companion plants are plants that are mutually beneficial to one another, providing protection or improving the growth of certain vegetables. For example, herbs such as parsley, basil, garlic, chives and coriander repel insects to prevent a dreaded bug infestation.

5

Stretch a Season

Add a few weeks to each end of the growing season by keeping the air around your plants warm, even in cold weather, with the assistance of mulches, cloches, row covers or cold frames. Best practice includes putting your winter garden in a spot that will receive lots of sun, using windbreaks when possible and applying deep mulches under row covers to extend the harvest of your vegetables.

6

Succession Planting

This will enable you to grow more than one crop in a space during a growing season, enabling the harvest of 3 or 4 crops from a single area. Read more about getting the most from your succession planting when growing your own veggies, on Cape Contours blog at www.capecontours.co.za

7

Avoid pesticides

We believe that the best gardens are sown by the dreams of the client and brought to reality through the insight and experience of our design team.

To make your own organic pest control mixture, mix 2 crushed garlic cloves, 1 crushed red chilli, 1 tablespoon of cooking oil and 1 teaspoon of dishwashing liquid to 1 litre of water, and spray onto infected plants as needed. Refrigerate the mixture and keep it for up to a week.

8

Practice regular garden maintenance

Remove dead leaves, water daily, and mulch in excessive heat.

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES: Courgettes hanging from an arbour make harvesting a breeze.

9

Grow plants vertically

Growing your own veggies vertically is a smart solution for those with limited outdoor space. Numerous vegetables, including tomatoes, peas, cucumbers, pole beans, gourds, melons, squashes and pumpkins, can be grown vertically which has the added benefit of keeping the fruits off the soil, preventing rotting and infection from pests. A strong trellis or other suitable framework can be easily customised to fit nearly any area.

Have a look at our Food Gardens page on Pinterest at www.pinterest.com/capecontours/ for more inspiration.

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Have Fun!

Growing vegetables can be fun and rewarding. You get to spend time with nature and your family, soak up some Vitamin D, and the reward for all your hard work is not only a beautiful vegetable garden, but some delicious, home-grown meals as well.

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health and fitness

healthfitness STRENGTH-TRAINING

benefits for runners of all ages

If you are like many runners – you find every excuse in the book NOT to do strength training. My excuse was a very demanding job, fitting in the training necessary to run several marathons and ultra-marathons each year – and of course having time with family and friends. My efforts were at best inconsistent and in reality – pathetically inadequate. However, having sustained four injuries during the course of 2014 and missing out on my favourite event – the Old Mutual Two Oceans ultramarathon, then Comrades followed by a host of beautiful trail runs – I realised that my joints and ligaments don’t have the bounce-back resilience of someone half my age- and the answer was staring me in the face – I HAD to do regular strength training!

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Fortunately, working at the Sports Science Institute of SA (www.ssisa.com), it wasn’t hard to find help! I am now under the watchful eye of biokineticist, Greg Hyson, who runs the Strong2Run programme http://www.ssisa.com/project/ strong2run-sports-science-institute-sa which I had great fun completing. He also gives me regular advice when he spots me in the gym making errors! This year – I have both the Two Oceans, Comrades and PUFfeR 80km trail run, Cape Town marathon and a 3 day trail run under the belt. I definitely have a renewed respect of what is needed to maintain a healthy, injury-free running body.

Hopefully my story and these 10 points below – will inspire you to make strength-training an integral part of your workouts.

• You will become stronger. A plethora of research studies show that even moderate weight training can increase a woman’s strength by 30 to 50%.

• Your muscle tone and definition will improve but women don’t fear that you will bulk up. Men have 10 – 30 times more testosterone than us so it’s not going to happen!

• Your body composition can improve. Research has revealed that the average woman who strength trains 2 – 3 times a week for 2 months, can gain 1kg of muscle and lose 6kg of fat…. which in effect makes her a much leaner woman. On top of this, for each 500g of muscle you gain, you burn 35 to 50 more calories each day.

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Then also consider that ageing is usually accompanied by muscle loss. Most adults lose between 2.5 – 3.5kg of muscle every decade (Westcott and Baechle, 1998). Between the ages 30 – 80, our lean body mass decreases by about 15% (Cohn et al. 1980) and in many cases – our fat mass goes up. Strength training can thus certainly help to preserve muscle tissue and ward off excess fat.

• You will decrease your risk of osteoporosis. According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation (iofbonehealth.org), 1 in 3 women over 50 will experience osteoporotic fractures. Research has found that weight training can increase spinal bone mineral density and enhance bone modeling by 13 percent in 6 months- which is massive! This, along with a healthy diet with adequate dietary calcium and refraining from smoking, can be our best defenses against osteoporosis.

• Expect better athletic performance – no matter what your sporting discipline. If you are stronger – your technique can improve and you are less likely to fatigue when competing.

• It can decrease your risk of injury, back pain and arthritis, since not only does strength training develop your muscle tissue, it also builds stronger connective tissues and increases joint stability.

Smart tips for staying healthy and Smart tipsthis for cold staying flu season healthy this cold and Get vaccinated for prevention, and if you do get flu season the flu use good hygiene, nutrition and perhaps a

• It will reduce your risk of heart disease by decreasing the “bad” LDL cholesterol and bumping up the “good” HDL cholesterol, as well as lowering your blood pressure.

• It will reduce your risk of suffering from Diabetes and in the USA alone 3% of the population suffer from this debilitating disease (www.diabetes.org). In some weight training studies, glucose utilisation in the body was increased by 23% in 4 months!

• Feeling blue? Then strength-train. A Harvard study on women found that 10 weeks of strength training reduced clinical depression symptoms more successfully than standard counseling did. Why? – the weight-trained women reported feeling more confident and capable than before. to your symptoms.

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Miracu Threading

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pets VACCINATING YOUR DOGS,

IS IT NECESSARY?

Vets recommend vaccinating your cats and dogs every year. But is it really necessary?

The human companion animal bond is a powerful connection and losing a pet can be devastating. Don’t allow your pets to succumb to the dreadful lurgies listed below when simple, regular vaccination can protect them. Many of these diseases are uncommonly seen in private practice these days, due to inoculation protocols that work! Every vaccine visit includes an examination and health check-up, so your pet is screened for a great many conditions, as well as receiving their vaccination.

It is advised puppies have their first inoculation between six and eight weeks of age. At six weeks of age, a puppy’s immune system is not fully developed so booster inoculations are essential for sufficient immunity. At least three initial vaccines, followed by a booster every year, are necessary for your pup to be fully protected.

The vaccine covers a variety of viral diseases some of which are potentially fatal. Prevention is better than cure... especially when cure is impossible once a disease has taken hold!

Top of the list is the dreadful disease, Rabies. At three months of age vets inoculate puppies for rabies. This viral disease can affect any mammal including humans. It is transmitted through the saliva. Mongooses are carriers of rabies and these animals are common in our country. The virus is introduced through a bite and moves up the nerves to the brain. Rabid animals often become mad and bite everything around them. The scary thing is it can take up to a year from bite to the onset of symptoms!

Rabies is commonly seen in Kwa Zulu Natal and the Eastern Cape, but no province in South Africa is free from it. This is a 100% fatal disease in humans and animals, if they are not fully vaccinated. Just imagine a healthy looking puppy from a rural area developing rabies six months later and biting someone!

Another potentially fatal disease that can be prevented with inoculation is parvo virus infection. This can cause acute death in puppies by affecting the heart muscles but most often it presents with a profuse bloody diarrhea. This progresses very quickly and intensive fluid therapy is needed to prevent dehydration and death. Again this is seen uncommonly in areas where vaccination is the norm.

A very common disease which dogs are protected from with vaccination, is kennel cough. Whilst not fatal, it can become rampant when dogs are kenneled over the holiday season, as well as in other situations where dogs are in close contact such as puppy classes. It causes a dry rasping cough. Most kennels insist on kennel cough vaccines before admitting a dog. Before you go away check the requirements of the kennels and check with your vet that all is in order.

Much less common, but also very nasty diseases which are covered by vaccination include leptospirosis and infectious canine hepatitis or “blue eye”. Leptospirosis is carried by rats and causes many symptoms, but mostly affects the kidneys.

Blue eye, although it can cause a blue reflection in the eyes, primarily causes liver failure and death.

There is no doubt about it. Vaccination is a good investment and it can prevent so much misery!

P.S: Although this article is about dog diseases, we’d hate the cats to feel left out! Cat viral diseases, while different, are also often fatal in unprotected cats but are easily prevented. www.alphenvet.co.za

Canine distemper also known as “hard pad”, is a common disease in South Africa but is easily preventable with the proper use of vaccines. In well-to-do leafy suburbs this disease is rare, but only because people vaccinate their dogs. What starts as an innocent green discharge from the nose, can end up as seizures that are uncontrollable, and can cause death. This may be confused with epilepsy in the earlier stages.

Hamish Currie is a small animal practitioner at Alphen Veterinary Hospital (www.alphenvet.co.za) in Constantia who also has a special interest in wild life. He runs an NGO called Back to Africa (www.backtoafrica.co.za) that repatriates rare African animals from European Zoos to secure conservation areas in a variety of African countries.

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history series

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Groot Constantia,Cape Town The Groot Constantia winelands, founded in 1679, is South Africa’s oldest wine estate.

Set in magnificent gardens with views over Cape Town, it has consistently produced top quality wines over the centuries. Its manor house is a leading tourist attraction, as are the fine restaurants of the winelands in Constantia.

The Groot Constantia winelands, founded in 1679, is South Africa’s oldest wine estate. Set in magnificent gardens with views over Cape Town, it has consistently produced top quality wines over the centuries. Its manor house is a leading tourist attraction, as are the fine restaurants of the winelands in Constantia.

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The Groot Constantia winelands are renowned for their quality wines, which visitors can taste at the estate. But it is so much more than just a wine estate.

Simon van der Stel arrived at the Cape as commander in 1679 and soon after was appointed the first governor of the settlement. Six years later he was given the right to select for himself a tract of land to use for his own purposes.

After an extensive investigation he chose ‘the heatherlands, morasses, wheat and woodlands’ of a valley he named Constantia.

Here he began planting thousands of vines, orchards and oak trees, and building the first of the great Cape

homesteads, the Groot Constantia manor house that is now one of the leading tourist attractions of the region.

Accessed along an avenue of oaks, the thatched Dutch house features gables, dungeons and a stone bath in which slaves washed their feet during grape pressing. The wine cellar with the pediment depicting Ganymede and Bacchus was added later at the winelands in Constantia.

After Van der Stel’s death in 1712, the estate was divided into three: the Groot Constantia winelands, Klein Constantia and Buitenverwachting, all of which are on the Constantia Wine Route that winds through the Constantia winelands in Cape Town.

Iziko Museums Cape Town have three museums on the Groot Constantia winelands: the beautifully restored Manor House is a must for those interested in early Cape history; the Orientation Centre contains artifacts from the early days of the estate; and the original Cloete Cellar houses historical drinking vessels and wine-making equipment.

There are also conference facilities and the excellent Jonkershuis Restaurant, which specialises in Cape Malay cuisine. Weather permitting, there is no better way to enjoy this national heritage site than with a picnic on the terrace overlooking Cape Town. The Tokai Manor house was proclaimed a National Monument on 8 September 1961.

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Family home on large corner stand Pinelands | R3 150 000 3 Bedroom home on large plot. Spacious lounge, combined dining room and pub. Extra large kitchen.

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All this set on a large stand.

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hout bay

Ultimate sea views, quality and style

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hout bay

Hout bay | R9 995 000 A home of distinction, designed to maximize sea and mountain views and with the utmost attention to detail.

Easy flow for stylish living together with a Kirstenbosch garden, lap pool and natural pond make this unique home a must see

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hout bay

Seaside splendor Hout Bay | R8 900 000 This boutique waterfront home has it all, magnificent views of the sea across the picturesque harbour and yacht basin towards Chapmans Peak mountains, the beach on your doorstep and versatile accommodation. The building has been completely transformed and renovated by the current owners and is ideal for holiday letting or dual living.

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hout bay

Avignon – entertainers take note!

Hout Bay | R6 550 000 Beautifully appointed north facing French Provençale home on one level in gated secure estate. Vast open plan living rooms and main bedroom – all opening to covered wind free veranda, level garden and pool.

All this with great views and delightful mountain back drop. A most special home in every way.

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Beach Estate – close to the beach Hout Bay | R3 000 000 Low maintenance family home offering spacious living rooms with high volume ceilings and new bamboo laminated floors, gas fireplace and spacious kitchen.

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Completely private single level home surrounded by nature and only a few bends from Constantia Nek. Generous accommodation and living areas make this quirky and character filled home ideal for a family with dual living potential.

Come home to the tranquility you’ve always dreamed of. This most welcoming family home enjoys the serene ambiance which only an acre of ground can offer...gently rolling towards a private greenbelt abutting the bottom of your garden. Plus a separate cottage.

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Beautiful Summer House Hout bay | R8 495 000 This Mediterranean style villa set amongst yellow woods and wild olives is located in Sought after Scott Estate and is formerly the home of the Swedish Embassy. Beautifully restored and renovated by the current owners breathing “Life” into this “Grande Dame” The “Heart of this Home” is most certainly the sheltered pool and entertainment area, its picture perfect with the bougainvillea and wisteria in bloom and evokes the feeling of “blissful holiday time” somewhere far far away.

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TRUSTS - by Belinda Lewis 1. What is a Trust?

A trust is an entity to which a donor (the trust founder) transfers certain assets to be administered in and by the trustees of the trust for the benefit of certain third parties, called the beneficiaries. There must be a separation of ownership (or control) from the enjoyment of the trust property. A trust is not created if someone administers assets or property in a trust for his own benefit and therefore the donor/founder cannot also be a beneficiary of the trust.

5. How many Trustees are required?

Is there a minimum or maximum?

There is no legal requirement for a minimum number of trustees; however, case law has recommended that when trustees are nominated in an inter vivos trust deed, it is advisable to include an independent trustee.

With a testamentary trust, the Master will usually insist on a professional person being appointed to assist a lay trustee. The most common number of trustees in both types of trusts is 2 or 3.

6. What if a Trustee dies?

The office of the Master of the High Court is a government department which controls and regulates trusts in the various provinces of South Africa. If a trustee dies, the Letters of Authority (which the Master of the High Court issues when a trust is registered) must be returned to the Master, together with a copy of the death certificate, and the Master will then amend the Letters of Authority accordingly.

If the trust deed specifies that there must at all times be no less than a certain number of trustees, and if the death results in the number of trustees falling below this number, then a new trustee must be appointed. Failure to do so renders transactions entered into by the trustees invalid!

7. What if a Beneficiary dies?

2. What is the difference between an Inter Vivos (living) Trust and a Testamentary (mortis causa) Trust ..also called a Will Trust?

An inter vivos trust refers to a trust ‘amongst the living’ and denotes that it was created during the trust founder’s lifetime. A mortis causa or testamentary trust, on the other hand, is one created in terms of the will of a donor, for example where “X” leaves a will in which he provides that his properties must be held in trust and managed by trustees for the benefit of his wife and children.

3. How long does it take to form a Trust?

It can take on average between 4 and 6 weeks to form a trust from scratch, including the initial consultations with client but that does depend on the turnover times at the Master’s office, which vary. If extremely urgent, it could be less.

4. What does it cost to form a Trust?

It costs approximately R6500 (incl VAT) to form a trust.

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A trust deed can provide that, on the death of a beneficiary, some other person can be substituted as beneficiary in his place.

8. What happens where the Founder who set up the Trust passes away?

The trust will continue to exist. In fact, trusts are often formed by persons whilst they are still alive with the specific purpose to have this entity in place upon their death. In this way the trust, holding a collection of assets of the donor, is utilised to provide care and maintenance for dependents after the founder’s death.

9. When does a Trust cease to exist or be operational …. when is it “wound up”? How do you cancel a Trust?

A trust can terminate in a number of ways, including: (i) if the trust deed so stipulates, that is, by noting that on the occurrence of a certain event (such as death of the beneficiary) the trust will terminate; (ii) if there are no beneficiaries or if all the beneficiaries repudiate the benefits of the trust; (iii) if there are no trust assets or if all the trust’s property is destroyed; (iv) in terms of a Court Order under section 13 of the Trust Property Control Act.

This occurs where the trust document contains provisions which bring about consequences that a Court believes were not contemplated or foreseen by the trust founder; (v) by a decision by the trustees, if they are empowered to do so in terms of the trust document; (vi) on sequestration of the trust; and (vii) if the trust’s object is fulfilled (ie if the trust was established to fund and maintain the founder’s son until he passed his Matric exam, then the trust will terminate when the child passes this exam).

10. What is required if a Trust wants to purchase or sell immovable property?

Very importantly, before a trust can purchase property, the trust must have been formally created and Letters of Authority issued by the Master of the High Court, appointing the trustees of the trust. For either a sale or purchase, the trust deed itself must allow the transaction and the trustees must specifically authorise the transaction by passing a proper resolution beforehand. Effectively, a written and advance agreement to the sale or purchase is required. (Alternatively, all trustees could sign the actual Agreement of Sale document but that is usually not convenient nor practical.)

11. Can you purchase a property as “Trustee for a Trust to be formed”?

No. This is unlike the position with companies where it is possible to sign as purchaser on behalf of a company still to be formed. For a trust to be party to a transaction, it must be in existence and in possession of Letters of Authority issued by the Master of the High Court. Any Agreement of Sale concluded on this basis would be invalid even if the intended trustees “were about to be appointed by the Master in a day or so.” No good! The deal would be void if signed by a person before their formal appointment as trustee by the Master. (Not to mention the further step required, namely to ensure that there is a specific resolution signed by all trustees approving the purchase or that all trustees sign the Agreement of Sale, as dealt with in 10 above.)

12. Can a Will (Testamentary)Trust purchase immovable property?

19. What are the possible disadvantages of using a Trust to own immovable property?

Yes it can, provided the trust deed (as created by virtue of the terms of the will) allows this and the trustees pass the required resolution to enter into such transaction.

13. What rate of transfer duty is payable by a Trust when it purchases immovable property?

A trust pays transfer duty at the same rate as companies and natural persons, being: 0% on the first R750 000; 3% on the value between R750 000 and R1,250 mil; R15 000 plus 5% on the value between R1 250 mil and R1, 750 mil; R45 000 plus 8% on the value between R1, 750 mil and R2,250 mil; and R85 000 plus 11% on the value above R2,250 mil.

14. What if a property is inherited by a child and held in trust until he attains the age of majority? What happens when he becomes a major (18 years old)?

If the testamentary trust stipulates that the property must on 18 years devolve on the child, then transfer must be passed to such child when he/she reaches the age of 18. If the property is the only asset of the trust, then the trust must wind-up.

15. What if one of the Trustees dies after a property has been sold or purchased by a Trust, but before the actual transfer process?

Provided the trust document does not prohibit the transaction and the designated trustees passed a resolution to purchase before the sale agreement was entered into, a trustee’s subsequent death will not affect the transfer process.

16. Can the Trustees by resolution appoint a non-Trustee to sign documents on behalf of the Trust or give Power of Attorney to a third person, non-Trustee?

A resolution or Power of Attorney may be given to a non-trustee but only for purely administrative acts and not for essential decisions or the exercise of the trustee’s discretionary powers.

The major disadvantages relate to tax. With regard to CGT liability on the disposal of a trust asset, the percentage of the capital gain to be included in the trust’s taxable income is currently 66,6%, which is higher than the percentage inclusion rate for natural persons (which is 33.3%). There is also no primary residence exemption for capital gains tax purposes (currently R2 mil) if the trust sells immovable property which was the trust founder’s primary residence or that of one of the trustees or beneficiaries for that matter.

The rate of normal income tax is higher for trusts than for individuals: with certain limited exceptions trusts are taxed at a flat rate of 41%.

2013/2014

Capital Gains tax in relation to property

On the flip side, a trust serves as a very important and cost effective estate planning tool.

20. Can a Trust hold shares in a Company or Close Corporation?

Does it make a difference if the Trust is an inter vivos (living) or Will Trust?

Yes, a trust can hold shares in a company and member’s interest in a close corporation whether it is a living or testamentary trust.

17. Can a foreign Trust, ie. registered off-shore, purchase immovable property in South Africa?

Yes it can. It will however be necessary for the trustee of such trust to obtain Letters of Authority from the local Master of the High Court. For this purpose it is also necessary to obtain a notarially certified copy of the foreign trust deed, as well as certain other documentation.

18. What if Trustees do not agree in their decisions about the Trust they control and manage?

The basic rule is that all trustees must reach decisions of substance regarding a trust unanimously, because trustees are co-owners of the trust property. A court may remove a trustee if, on application of an interested person or the Master, it is shown that the removal will be in the best interests of the trust or of the beneficiary(ies).

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