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Summer in The great escape the city CLAIRE BARNARDO

Holidays are upon us – a time to make the most of the openair lifestyle that Cape Town does so well WORDS: KIT HEATHCOCK IMAGES: SUPPLIED

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o-one needs to be told to go to the beaches, to hike mountain trails or take a picnic to Kirsten­­bosch, and adrenaline junkies are already out there kitesurfing from Blouberg Beach or paragliding off Table Mountain. But if you want to add a little variety to your summer days in the open air, here are a few places to visit at least once over the holidays.

The Galileo Open Air Cinema Going from strength to strength, The Galileo is now a Cape Town summer institution. Pick your favourite classic movie and enjoy an enchanting evening under the stars with the stars of the screen and some tasty street food. Hillcrest Quarry, Kirstenbosch and the V&A Waterfront are the regular venues from Tuesdays to Thursdays, and this year Fridays and some Saturdays have been added at a selection of further venues.

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Tea under the Trees

A leisurely afternoon tea under tall oak trees at this beautiful wine farm garden on Paarl Main Street transports you to a more gracious era, and is the perfect treat for the whole family. Luscious cakes, lush shady lawns and a kids’ play area are perfect for whiling away a sunny morning (Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm) and enjoying a taste of la dolce vita.

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ecember is finally here and by the recent preview it seems we’re in for a hot one. There is so much to love about this time of year.

My initial excitement is because it signals that it’s holiday time – a well-deserved break for many (except those in retail, of course), and what would a getaway be without the beach? The seaside is for me the ultimate in relaxation. There’s something meditative about staring endlessly into the lapping of the waves.

One of my most memorable family breaks was when we headed just outside of Simon’s Town for a week. A steep little driveway led us down to probably one of the most exquisite beach house settings – a cottage perched on the water’s edge.

South Winds has a therapeutic 180º sea view held together by the base of this classic, nautical beach home. It was one of my most special weeks away. I guess there are still some untouched places left to discover.

Intaka Island

A wild oasis hidden away in the middle of Century City and encircled by canals, Intaka Island is a fantastic place to take the kids for impromptu nature walks, or to hide away for a few hours of solitary bird-watching.

Take a boat ride on the canal and be amazed at how many waterbirds can be seen in the heart of the city.

V&A WATERFRONT

SEE FOR YOURSELF: The Galileo Open Air Cinema 071 471 8728 thegalileo.co.za

Sea Point

Go on a city safari and discover how much there is to do outdoors in Sea Point: cycle the length of the promenade, people watch, look at outdoor art, explore Green Point Urban Park and spend an afternoon at the magnificent Sea Point pools where there are four salt-water pools to choose from. Then finish off with sundowners on Saunders Rock beach.

Tea under the Trees 072 871 9103 teaunderthetrees.co.za Intaka Island 021 552 6889 intaka.co.za

Concerts in the Park

Sea Point pools 021 434 3341 Concerts in the Park 021 423 4526 concertsinthepark.co.za

KIRSTENBOSCH

Don’t miss the free outdoor Mayor’s Gala concert in De Waal Park on 17 January with some great music from artists including Freshlyground.

There will be a second concert in Wynberg Park on 31 January.

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The starry-eyed wine guide The release of the 2016 edition sees the compact and colourful Platter’s Wine Guide being more useful than ever for wineloving locals and tourists WORDS: RICHARD HOLMES

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or the past 35 years the Platter’s Wine Guide has been the gold standard for wine lovers searching for professional opinions on whether a wine is worth opening your wallet for.

The 2016 edition hit the shelves last month, and has more than 8,000 wines from 900 producers tasted, rated and reviewed. Although the tastings aren’t done blind, a contentious point in the industry, the sighted reviewing allows tasters and readers to observe how wines and wineries evolve over the years.

Context counts for much in the world of wine, as does consistency, and once again the Swartland cellar of Mullineux & Leeu Family Wines swept the board, winning the title of Winery of the Year for the second time in three years.

It also scooped the sought-after awards for the best Red Wine and Dessert Wine of the Year, for its site-specific Iron Syrah 2013 and Olerasay Straw Wine NV. As if that wasn’t enough, the Mullineux & Leeu also received three five-star ratings for its wines.

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of the guide, its recognition of five-star wines has also become a crucial indicator of the top producers in the country.

“This year, all wines that were scored 4,5 stars or higher in the primary assessment went into a second round of tasting conducted blind – without sight of the label – by small panels including experienced palates from outside the team,” says publisher Jean-Pierre Rossouw of the stringent tasting process that produced the five-star winners.

In the end, just 83 wines out of the 8,000 submitted bagged a five-star rating.

Bouchard Finlayson’s Galpin Peak Pinot Noir 2013 was one of only two Pinot Noirs to receive five stars, while The Foundry’s 2013 vintage was the only Viognier to score top marks. Surprisingly, only three Cabernet Sauvignons – from Delaire Graff, Guardian Peak and Kleine Zalze – bagged five stars.

This year the hefty guide stretches to over 660 pages, but a new innovation will make wine touring and bottle store browsing that much easier: updated apps for iOS and Android have been launched, and online subscribers enjoy full access to the ratings and reviews online.

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Rise of the somms W

e asked three of Cape Town’s top sommeliers for their favourite wines, pairing tips and tricks of the trade.

Sommeliers are the new stars of the restaurant world, capable of turning a chef’s great dish into a memorable dining experience WORDS: RICHARD HOLMES

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Tinashe Nyamudoka Head sommelier, The Test Kitchen Q: Highest qualification: A: Certified Cape Sommelier, Cape Wine Academy Q: Favourite food to pair with wine?

A: Pork belly, either with a Riesling or Pinot Noir.

Q: Which wine style excites you most?

A: Chenin Blanc. I keep on discovering new styles in different regions. I also love its versatility when it comes to pairing with food. Diners should avoid going against the sommelier’s recommended choice for that specific meal. You might regret your choice and have no one to blame.

EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF:

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The Test Kitchen 021 447 2337 thetestkitchen.co.za

Sommelier, Tokara Restaurant Q: Highest qualification: A: Diploma in Wine, Cape Wine Academy

Tokara Restaurant 021 885 2550 tokararestaurant.co.za Makaron Restaurant at Majeka House 021 880 1549 majekahouse.co.za

TINASHE NYAMUDOKA

ESMÉ GROENEWALD

Q: The wine you’ll be selling this summer?

A: Cinsaut. It’s a light, elegant red perfect for summer.

Q: Favourite wines for pairing?

A: I enjoy food that is delicate, but still has a lot of complexity; therefore, at the moment I enjoy white blends.

Not only the very popular blends from

the Swartland, but also those from cooler climates.

Q: A trick of the trade?

A: Diners should ask for suggestions if they are unfamiliar with the wines on the list. The sommelier isn’t there to outdo you – they just want you as the diner to enjoy the wine you choose.

If you show a keen interest in wine, the chances are very good the sommelier will give you something interesting he might have open on any given day – be it a new wine, a limited release or a rarity.

Esmé Groenewald Sommelier, Makaron at Majeka House Q: Highest qualification: A: Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 Q: Favourite food to pair with wine?

A: Anything with mushrooms in it. I love the diversity and that whack of umami, paired with Pinot Noir or Fino Sherry.

I love seeing single varietals shine on their own. It’s sometimes both beautiful and educational to see something like a Petit Verdot or Clairette Blanche without the rough edges filed away through blending.

Q: A trick of the trade?

A: The double decant. Sometimes even the lightest of wines, when very young, can do with a little air. I don’t trust those aerators just yet, but a quick once through the decanter and back into the bottle can make the world of difference.

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any people are embracing the move towards smaller living spaces and downsizing their homes to the bare essentials. In turn, many designers have responded to the challenge of smaller spaces by looking at innovative designs and storage solutions to help fit the necessities of life into a reduced footprint. Some go even further, however, by making the very structure of a living space moveable to help the inhabitants to reconfigure their homes as needed to best make use of the space.

One of the main places we’re seeing this approach is in the kitchen, with solutions that give inhabitants the ability to quickly move essentials like work surfaces and stoves around. In this way, functionality is available when needed but easy to put out of sight and out of mind when the cooking is over and done with. One of the most eye-catching of these solutions comes from the Italian brand Emme with its Bongos all-in-one kitchen. This trolley-like piece contains a stovetop, sink, refrigerator, storage and more, all fitted into a self-contained unit. Homeowners just need to connect water and electricity and they’re ready to use it – and able to unplug and wheel it out of sight when more space is needed.

This trend may have a whiff of retrofuturism about it, but as we continue to find living spaces shrinking, this kind of smart thinking will become increasingly important. Ultimately, new generations of homeowners will be less precious about the distinctions between spaces, and will prize the smart use of space over everything else.

SEE FOR YOURSELF: Emme Group emmegroupdesign.com

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The new Saboteur white blend has been released.

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Show your festive side with these Cape Town treats WORDS: ANDY MÖLLER

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Party at MCQP: Candyland

If you’re looking for something sexy and sweet to do, get a ticket to MCQP (Mother City Queer Project), also known as the biggest gay party in Cape Town. This year the theme is Candyland and the event will dominate the East City Precinct of Harrington Street on 19 December.

Enjoy sugary treats, candy decor, eight music areas (each with its own theme and music style), 110 local and international DJs, artists and performers, and a variety of food stalls. Dean Fuel, Jamie Saint, DJ Chadd, VJ Karl and DJ Cambis are but a few of the talents you can expect to enjoy at MCQP this year, so don’t delay in booking your ticket online.

Or enter our competition and stand a chance to win four tickets to MCQP by simply commenting on the competition post on our website. For more information, visit yourneighbourhood.co.za/win-withneighbourhood-and-mcqps-candyland.

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Tonight thousands will gather in Adderley Street to witness executive mayor Patricia de Lille turn on the festive lights at 8.30pm. That’s not all. This year the theme is We Love Africa, with a big open-air concert taking place on the Grand Parade in Darling Street. Attendees will be treated to performances by artists such as Mafikizolo, Cassper Nyovest, Jimmy Nevis, GoodLuck and Shimmy Isaacs. The concert starts at 4pm, so be sure to arrive early to get a great viewpoint. Entrance is free.

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Dine at African Pride 15 on Orange’s Christmas Eve dinner

The African Pride 15 on Orange Hotel’s Savour Restaurant hits the nail on the head by offering patrons a gourmet menu.

Spend Christmas Eve with the family in style, enjoying delicacies such as tuna ceviche, Cape Malay curry, truffle and turkey pie, herb-crusted line fish, mince pies, black forest trifle, a cheese platter and more. The dinner will take place on 24 December with dishes being served from 6.30pm. Be sure to book in advance.

EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF: MCQP: Candyland Tickets available online mcqp.co.za/candyland2015/tickets Adderley Street Festive Lights Switch-on capetown.gov.za African Pride 15 on Orange 021 469 8000 goo.gl/mFI3fu

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NATIONAL SPOTLIGHT Shining a light on SA’s featured neighbourhood

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Atlantic Seaboard Beach living with an aura of glamour – the Atlantic Seaboard includes some of Cape Town’s most exclusive suburbs and is all about the dramatic ocean and mountain views WORDS: KIT HEATHCOCK

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Dubbed “Cape Town’s Riviera”, with Camps Bay its St Tropez, the Atlantic Seaboard has its own take on Mediterranean chic that is purely South African in style.

It’s the dramatic scenery with villas and architecturally designed houses scaling the slopes of the mountain looking out at stunning views towards the sunset that earn it its moniker.

The Atlantic Seaboard has an air of exclusivity and glamour, with its beaches sheltered from the worst of the wind, and it’s known as the place to be seen for jet-setters and socialites during Cape Town’s long summers.

The Atlantic Seaboard starts off in urban mode – Sea Point is a cosmopolitan melting pot, with people from all walks of life mingling along the promenade. For artist and resident Lucie de Moyencourt this is a big part of its appeal. “I love the beautiful views of the city and sea and mountain, that it is multicultural, multi-income, and pedestrian: everyone walks, runs or cycles around here. I am also in love with shared public spaces, and the Sea Point promenade as well as the Company’s Garden in town are the most successful examples of this for me.”

There’s more of a rarefied air as you curve around the steeper slopes below Lion’s Head to Bantry Bay and Clifton, where property prices are some of the highest in Cape Town, and private villas and luxury apartments line the rocky mountainside above the four sandy beaches, which are numbered rather than named.

First Beach is the place for the body beautiful, with volleyball players, surfers and sunbathers. Fourth Beach has Blue Flag status and is family-friendly. Once you’ve descended the steep steps from the road above all four beaches you’ll find Second and Third beaches – popular for sundowners and sunbathing.

To open your window every morning and see what is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, is just incredible VERENA NEUMAYR-HOWES, RESIDENT

Once the sun sets, the suburb, which has little in the way of restaurants or shops, is returned to affluent peace and quiet as the in-crowd head off to the trendy restaurants and night spots of Camps Bay or Sea Point.

With its palm-tree-lined beach and cafe society buzz, Camps Bay has a glamorous aura in the summer season, but underneath the glitz it retains its family-friendly feel.

Growing up here, Karen Scher remembers her family house always being filled with friends, hanging out after spending long hours on the beach. “The beach is still a fun place for kids and it’s lost none of its natural beauty. It has become touristy, but, in a way, that’s part of its charm.”

The beauty of the scenery is what attracted Verena Neumayr-Howes to settle here three years ago. “To open your window every morning and see what is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and then make a cup of coffee in the kitchen with a view of Lion’s Head and Table Mountain, is just incredible. And I will never, ever tire of the glorious sunsets.”

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for families: the park behind the Bay Hotel, a local library with free story hour, and the sports fields for soccer. As far as schools go, Camps Bay Prep has a good reputation, and older kids travel all the way from Sea Point and further afield to attend Camps Bay High School.

“The location is great as it has a village vibe but it’s close to the CBD and the Waterfront,” continues Verena.

“It’s an ideal spot for everyone, from sports fanatics and party animals to couples and families. There is a lovely community spirit that makes living here very agreeable.”

Leaving behind Camps Bay and its adjoining suburb of Bakoven, the coastal road winds through unspoilt fynbos with stunning views of mountain and ocean. Passing the Twelve Apostles Hotel (which is the place to go for glamorous sundowners and fine dining) you eventually reach Llandudno, a seaside village that is one of the more exclusive suburbs of Cape Town.

Llandudno is the choice for those who prefer a quiet life with no restaurants or shops, and no street lighting – just unspoilt wilderness, a beautiful beach and endless mountain views.

Wherever you choose to settle on the Atlantic Seaboard, you are guaranteed stunning scenery, gorgeous sunsets and an enviable outdoor lifestyle enjoying some of Cape Town’s best beaches and mountain hiking right on your doorstep.

With an active toddler in the family, the beach is part of everyday living. “We love Glen Beach as it’s a bit secluded and less windy, and my husband takes his board out if surf conditions are good. Most tourists don’t know about it, so it feels like a local insider tip.”

And there are plenty more facilities

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With its palmtree-lined beach and cafe society buzz, Camps Bay has a glamorous aura in the summer season, but underneath the glitz it retains its familyfriendly feel

EAT LIKE A LOCAL: • K leinsky’s Delicatessen – the best bagels and breakfasts • L a Perla – Italian neighbourhood vibe with great views • T he Codfather – the freshest seafood cooked to order • Baked Bistro – great breakfasts • R umbullion – alfresco lunches on the lawns • T he Leopard Bar at Twelve Apostles – glamorous sundowners

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I love the beautiful views of the city and sea and mountain, that it is multicultural, multi-income, and pedestrian: everyone walks, runs or cycles around here ARTIST AND RESIDENT LUCIE DE MOYENCOURT

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We love Glen Beach as it’s a bit secluded and less windy, and my husband takes his board out if surf conditions are good VERENA NEUMAYR-HOWES, RESIDENT

Q&A The Blok offering is unique in that we are intent on developing urban neighbourhoods, not just urban property developments. In line with this we have invested in a park project in front of our Green Point site, sevenont Q: How long have you been working in this area?

A: Blok has been in operation since September 2014.

Q: What do you love about this area?

A: I live and work in Sea Point and, as my home, I am passionate about the people, the energy, the neighbourhood and the potential this area has.

Q: Where’s your favourite spot for a coffee?

A: Definitely Bootlegger on Regent Road in Sea Point.

Jacques van Embden CO-FOUNDER & MD OF BLOK

087 752 6677 sales@blok.co.za blok.co.za

Q: What kind of people buy property here?

A: We get all kinds of buyers coming into our exhibition space on Regent Road: from first-time buyers to empty nesters and “semi-grators” moving to Cape Town from Joburg or elsewhere in SA, or parents buying for their kids. There is not just one specific kind of buyer in this area.

Q: What makes property here a good investment?

A: The Atlantic Seaboard property market is, unlike the rest of the Western Cape, seemingly immune to the impact of external factors such as economic and political

ones that one would expect to affect buyers. Properties in this area continue to appreciate in price and there are always interested parties looking to buy and/or move into the area. The natural beauty of Sea Point, all the way to Camps Bay and beyond, with the mountain on one side and ocean and beaches on the other, means that there are a limited number of areas in the world that can compete in terms of settings.

The upward trajectory of interest in the market and resulting sales therefore shows no signs of slowing down, and long may it continue.

Q: What makes your offering unique?

A: The Blok offering is unique in that we are intent on developing urban neighbourhoods, not just urban property developments. In line with this we have invested in a park project in front of our Green Point site, SEVENONT. We are also working with the City of Cape Town and Future Cape Town to beautify and upgrade the Sea Point Library, as well as installing electric charging stations at our exhibition space and in some of our developments to encourage ecomobility and socially responsible citizens.

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Buying in the Atlantic Seaboard The monthly bond repayment to purchase a typical property in the Atlantic Seaboard, namely a twobedroom flat, with the median asking price of R4,298m, is R40,767 per month over 20 years at prime of 9,25% with no deposit.

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Properties listed for sale in the Atlantic Seaboard comprise approximately 10% of the total sale listings in the Cape Town area.

Approximately 10% of the interest (views) in properties for sale in the Cape Town area is attributable to properties listed for sale in the Atlantic Seaboard.

Properties listed for rent in the Atlantic Seaboard comprise approximately 27% of the total rental listings in the Cape Town area.

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Property demand Approximately 17% of the interest (views) in properties for rent in the Cape Town area is attributable to properties listed for rent in the Atlantic seaboard.

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Median asking prices for Atlantic Seaboard properties

R4,298m For a typical property (two-bedroom flat)

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he national average monthly rental in the formal residential market stands at just under R6,500, according to PayProp’s Q2 2015 Rental Index, and the year-on-year growth has steadily strengthened to 7,26%.

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While the upturn is good news, the report says, the slowing performance of the South African economy doesn’t instil much confidence that this trend will gain momentum or even sustain itself.

There are two clear pricing groups among the provinces (see graph) – the R6,000 group (Gauteng, Northern Cape, Western Cape, Mpumalanga, KZN and Limpopo) and the sub-R5,000 group (Eastern Cape, Free State and North West). Investors agree that, over time, steady growth trumps brilliant short-term returns. PayProp says this can be seen in the even growth in rental values in the Western Cape, Gauteng and KZN over the past year.

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Next to London and New York, Cape Town is our favourite city in the world, and Camps Bay is our favourite part of Cape Town

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hen Mark and Lindy O’Hare first visited Cape Town, they were completely blown away.

They kept returning for holidays and eventually decided to buy a second home here. Lindy tells us what they love about their new home – and Camps Bay.

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Our interest rate is still low, the increase in increments is small, and from a consumer perspective, I don’t believe it’ll put significant pressure on homeowners or those planning on buying homes. It is, however, likely to be a gentle reminder to South Africans as we head into the traditional festive season buying spree that the global economy – much of it beyond our control – will always have a knockon effect on our interest rate

The Pavilion to get a billion-rand upgrade

Q: Is there anything you wish you’d known before you started looking?

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Q: What do you love most about your new home?

A: The front is all glass, which creates an amazing sense of openness. The views are, of course, also absolutely spectacular, especially at sunset.

Q: What’s your favourite thing about the area?

A: Next to London and New York, Cape Town is our favourite city in the world, and Camps Bay is our favourite part of Cape Town. We love that we are able to walk to the beach, restaurants, and shops.

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Q: How did you find your property?

A: For a number of years, we went back and forth about buying a house here. Every time we visited Cape Town, we would think about it, but then put it on the back burner when we returned to London. After we did the Cape Town Cycle Tour this year, we made up our minds, and after that things happened quite quickly. We approached a couple of property agents and let them know what we were looking for. Eventually, Seeff Properties showed us a luxurious six-bedroom home within walking distance of the beach, and we fell in love.

Q: Did you know which area you wanted to be in ?

A: Mark was dead set on Camps Bay. He’s a keen paddleboarder and loves being able to walk to the beach for a paddle. The rest of the family are very active too, and our four grown-up kids are coming out to South Africa to do the Cape Town Cycle Tour with us next year.

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Q: Do you have a favourite local coffee spot?

A: There are so many to choose from. We don’t have a particular favourite just yet, because we’re still enjoying the thrill of trying out a new place every time.

MYLES WAKEFIELD, CEO, WAKEFIELDS REAL ESTATE, ON THE INTEREST RATE INCREASE

estville’s The Pavilion shopping centre, owned by Pareto Limited, is set to get a R1,1bn makeover and expansion to increase its leisure and retail offering.

The mall attracts 1,8 million visitors each month and this major facelift – the mall’s biggest upgrade since opening two decades ago – will see it increase to 139,000m2, making it just smaller than Sandton City. The number of retail stores and other outlets will jump from 240 to 320 on completion.

Features of the redevelopment will include a 2,500m2 glass-encased rooftop fine-dining and leisure area to be called Sky @ Pav, some international fashion retail tenants currently not represented in KZN, and a new 3,200m2 Virgin Active gym.

“The iconic UK-based toy shop retailer, Hamleys, is also on the cards,” says Marius Muller, CEO, Pareto Limited.

Construction is set to begin in February next year and should take 18 to 20 months to complete.

The interest rate and your credit rating

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ith the home loan rate now sitting at 9,75%, a good credit rating is more important than ever.

“If you do have a good credit rating,” says Shaun Rademeyer, CEO, BetterLife Home Loans, “it will not only be easier for you to obtain new credit, but also to negotiate a preferential interest rate that could translate into significant savings.”

Similarly, Rademeyer says you can save money with 20-year home loans.

“The current variable home loan

rate is 9,75%, and if you were granted a R1m home loan at that rate, the interest over 20 years would amount to almost R1,3m. However, if you had a good enough credit rating to cut just 0,5% off that interest rate, you would shave some R78,000 off the total cost of your home over 20 years.”

One way to start building a good credit rating, he says, is to make sure that all your current bills are paid on time and in full. If you have a credit card, you should only use it for small purchases and then pay these off completely at the end of every month.

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Use your Christmas bonus to pay your bond

With many individuals receiving Christmas bonuses this festive season, property owners may want to consider putting their bonus into their bond to pay it off sooner WORDS: LISA DEWBERRY IMAGE: ISTOCK

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t’s always tempting to use a Christmas bonus for luxuries and elaborate gifts over the festive season. However, property owners may want to consider paying their bonus into their bond to reduce the interest, thereby paying it off sooner and building in a buffer for emergency circumstances.

Chris Tyson, managing director, Tyson Properties, says any additional funds paid into a bond are beneficial and the bigger the amount, the more impact on reducing the term of the bond and paying it off quicker. Interest on a bond is calculated on the outstanding balance, so additional payments reduce interest charged and thus the term of the bond.

“If a lump sum payment of R20,000 is paid into a bond with R750,000 debt on a remaining term of 20 years at an interest rate of 9,5% with monthly repayments of R6,990, the term should drop to 18,5 years – saving about R103,000 if repayment remains unchanged. If property owners don’t plan to use their bonus for anything specific, they should consider paying it into their bond,” says Tyson.

Niël Cronje, CEO, Keller Williams Southern Africa, says to invest a bonus into a bond is the best Christmas

present anybody can give themselves.

For example, if you had a R1m bond, where the term is 20 years and the interest rate is 10%, with an instalment of R9,650 per month, and you paid a bonus of R25,000 into it every year for 14 years, you would save R607,950 and your bond would be paid five years and three months sooner.

“Another way to save money is to pay the bond instalment at the beginning of the month and not the end, as this saves thousands of rand since payment is prior to the bank’s interest calculation. On a R1m bond that saves R19,200,” says Cronje.

Tony Clarke, managing director, Rawson Property Group, says the earlier in the term lump sum deposits are made, the more effective they are, so putting a bonus to work in the first years of a bond is more effective than the 10th year.

He says most mortgages have a flexi or access facility allowing bondholders to withdraw equity with minimal fuss.

“If a property owner has a flexi or access bond, they can use it like a savings account to keep additional funds reducing interest they pay on their loan, while having access to equity in an emergency. This money will save more in their bond than it could earn in a normal investment account,” says Clarke.

Summer at Majeka House & Spa just got even more festive!

Stellenbosch’s luxury hideaway Majeka House has appointed SA Masterchef Judge and culinary supremo Pete Goffe-Wood to whisk his magic at the boutique hotel’s stellar Makaron Restaurant. Heading up the new kitchen brigade is Chef Lucas Carstens while sommelier Esmé Groenewald ensures that the perfect cocktail, local craft beer and wine is poured.

To book your table for breakfast, lunch or dinner, call 021 880 1549 or email reservations@majekahouse.co.za. Makaron Restaurant is open daily.

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Analyse it PATRICK CAIRNS

Hello, computer One of the greatest challenges facing South Africa is encouraging people to save. Our low savings rate has a direct impact on our personal financial security and the health of the wider economy.

There are many reasons why people find it difficult to put money aside, and not all of them have to do with the high cost of living. For a start, many South Africans are intimidated by the number of investment and savings options they are faced with. Choosing the right product is so daunting that they are paralysed into not making any choice at all.

Sound advice might help them, but a great number of people feel that they don’t have enough money to approach a professional financial adviser. They might also be worried about how much this service will cost them.

As a result many people who know they should be saving don’t do so because it just seems too intimidating. They find that it is less stressful not to think about it.

This really lays down a challenge to the local financial services industry.

How can it make saving and investing easier, cheaper and more accessible?

Perhaps inevitably, technology is starting to provide a solution. Recently we have seen the local introduction of online tools known as “robo-advisers”.

Reinventing Cape Town’s spaces and homes Blok is one of the leaders of the pack when it comes to property trends and innovation WORDS: CHARIS LE RICHE

These are essentially interactive websites set up by financial advice firms to provide basic advice to individual investors. Anyone who wishes to start saving goes onto the site, answers questions about their goals, their time horizon and how much money they want to put away, and they are provided with a customised solution.

These sites also allow the individual to make the investment immediately through secure online platforms. All of the forms are created electronically, so that all the investor needs to do to finalise the transaction is send in their Fica documentation.

Two of South Africa’s first ‘roboadvisers’ are Beanstalk (beanstalk.co.za) and SmartRand (smartrand.com)

These “robo-advisers” have two major advantages. The first is their accessibility, as they drastically simplify the investment process and enable anyone with any kind of connectivity to obtain basic advice. The second is that no matter how much anybody has to invest, they are treated exactly the same and receive the same information.

Essentially they democratise financial advice because even if you only have R500, a “robo-adviser” can give you guidance on where to invest it. That completely takes away the intimidation factor and hopefully breaks down some of the barriers that prevent people from saving.

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emand for property in Cape Town has been steadily rising for years and it seems as though many developers are taking advantage of this by building upwards. The new trend is luxury homes in the sky, and Blok has taken this a step further with its thoughtfully designed flats.

Managing director Jacques van Embden saw the need to make these flats more than just that and to create neighbourhoods within them. “A neighbourhood community is a cocreation effort,” says Van Embden.

“One cannot do it alone. It needs the involvement of everyone – residents, business owners and local government – to create a neighbourhood that reflects and advances the unique character of our part of the city.”

Blok works with owners to create a home just for them and actively works with interested owners discussing their needs for their future homes. The developer is also focused on the surrounding areas and recommends interested owners to areas that will most likely suit their needs.

“This is the start of a community, developing spaces for people that want to stay in an area or have a specific intention of investing in an area,” comments Van Embden.

Blok also actively participates in the development of shared amenities as well as other community and social initiatives, such as working with the City of Cape Town in its reinterpretation of the Sea Point Library’s outdoor public area, turning off-street parking bays into a park-let, and installing electric car charging stations along Regent Road, as well as in certain Blok developments.

“We are innate urbanists. We believe in the improvement and beautification of the city as well as the development of community, both inside our buildings and in the neighbourhoods in which we develop,” adds Van Embden. “Our surroundings have a strong influence on our lives, and as developers in the city in which we live, it is our responsibility

to ensure that the impact we have is a positive and ongoing one.”

With there being no end in sight to the increasing demand for property in Cape Town, it is evident that highrise developments will be the answer.

And Blok has many developments in the pipeline already sold out off plan. Its first one, Nine on S, will be launching in the summer of 2016.

SEE FOR YOURSELF: Blok 087 752 66 77 blok.co.za

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Developing the future The demand for new developments in the Western Cape is so great that most are selling out in record time WORDS: LEA JACOBS

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here is no end in sight to the surge of interest in property in the Western Cape. In fact, one of the most common complaints heard from estate agents is that there isn’t enough stock on their books. This, of course, doesn’t mean that estate agents aren’t doing their jobs and aren’t out there searching for listings; it means one of two things: either the properties on offer are overpriced and are unlikely to sell at the listing price, or well-priced properties are snapped up before the ink is dry on the listing documentation.

“Since 2013, the Western Cape has been the most sought-after residential destination in the country,” says Claudius Combrinck, MD, Adlab Advertising.

“It offers so much and is well run. The Cape Town CBD and specifically the Atlantic Seaboard are booming as the demand outstrips the supply. Lifestyle estates further afield offer families a more wholesome sort of lifestyle and are virtually all selling well. Many developers have realised the strength of the market and those who are producing quality developments are reaping the rewards.”

All in all, there is a drastic need for more properties – in all areas and across all price ranges.

Unfortunately, Combrinck says, developers aren’t keeping up with demand. “I believe that more people

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John Chapman, director, Rabie Property Group, says his company has seen phenomenal growth in recent years.

“The last three projects we developed, sold out a year ahead of completion – two of these, Mayfair and Matrix, within 45 minutes of their respective launches.

Our most recent development in Century City, Waters Edge, which is larger than our previous projects, has been selling extremely well. At this stage 106 of

the 144 apartments (with a total value of more than R250m) have been sold within the first few days of the launch.”

Pricing is always going to be one of the most important aspects linked to any buying decision and although there is sure to be continued demand for up-market, luxury units, there is also a growing need for reasonably priced homes.

“The surge in demand for property throughout the Western Cape has proven to be a bonus for developers,” says Riaan Roos, CEO, MSP Developments. “What we have found, however, is that there is an urgent need for well-priced units in well-run estates which offer the right

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type of amenities. Buh-Rein Estate is a prime example of what happens when you deliver what the customer is looking for: affordable property that’s situated close to Cape Town, the business hubs of Durbanville, Tygerberg and Bellville, as well as the wine routes.”

He adds that all the homes on the estate are provided on a turnkey basis, which means buyers (including first-time buyers) don’t pay until they move in.

“Our pricing structure enables us to include both bond and transfer costs, and we require no deposit or upfront booking fee, so if you decide to buy, the impact on your immediate cash flow is kept to an absolute minimum.”

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ATLANTIC SEABOARD

Melkbosstrand

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Bakoven

29

Milnerton

38

Camps bay

26

Parklands

40, 35, 36, 38

Fresnaye

25

Sunningdale

28

Sunset Beach

35, 37

Green Point

39

Sunset Links

32

Sea Point

29

Table View

36, 37

Van Riebeeckstrand

27

Waves Edge

38

CITY BOWL De Waterkant

29

Tamboerskloof

27, 29

Woodstock

29

Zonneblom

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Atlantic Beach Estate Berman Bros Group BetterLife Chas Everitt International Property Group ERA Real Estate Leapfrog Pam Golding Properties Rawson Properties Re/Max International Property Group Seeff Properties Sotheby's International Realty

33 25 40

29 36 27 30 - 32 37 26 - 28 38 34 - 35

WEST COAST Yzerfontein

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NORTHERN SUBURBS Plattekloof

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WESTERN SEABOARD BOLAND, OVERBERG

Atlantic Beach

33, 39

Big Bay

32, 35, 38

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Blouberg

35

Boschenmeer

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Bloubergrand

32, 36, 37, 38

Franschhoek

30

Bloubergrise

28, 36

Loevenstein

30

Bloubergsands

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Onrus

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Bloubergstrand

34, 35, 36, 38

Somerset West

30

Duynefontein

27

Westcliff

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Eden on the Bay

35, 36

Flamingo Vlei

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MODERN LIVING AT ITS BEST Peace & tranquility prevails in this architectural masterpiece! Enjoy secure and safe living in Camps Bay, a stone’s throw away from Glen Beach, the Mother City’s most Iconic and World Renowned Tourist Destination.

Views of Lions Head welcomes you from the three sumptuous and luxurious en-suite bedrooms. Downstairs, a feeling of opulence, flow, space and vertical gardens embrace you when entering the vast open plan Lounge / Dining room and Gourmet kitchen. Superb finishes abound - Rarely offered - A True Gem! JOINT MANDATE. NEW RELEASE.

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CONTEMPORARY FAMILY HOME FOR FOUR

Magazine featured: Spectacular views: Walk to the Deutsche Schule. Upper level: master bedroom and open-plan living areas and kitchen leading to pool and outside patios.

Lower level: 2 bedrooms, one family bathroom, a study and a utility room.

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Onrus / R2.3 million

Westcliff / R2.25 million

Loevenstein / R4.1 million

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 North-facing spacious open-plan home with flatlet.

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 3 Double stand with uninterrupted sea and mountain views.

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 Impressive large family home with lovely views.

Sandra Boshoff 082 873 0166

Santa Bedeker 082 772 7052

Vivienne 082 569 4739 / Koos 083 399 8002

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Vierlanden / R4.395 million

Somerset West / R2.9 million

Pearl Valley / R5.75 million

Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 4 / Garages 3 Modern, spacious open plan family home – immaculate.

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 North-facing in excellent suburb, near good schools with flat.

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 Contemporary house situated in an exquisite golf estate.

Estelle Laäs 082 566 3009

Gail Gould 083 255 2950

Jordan 083 298 1481 / Ronel 082 556 2433

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

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Franschhoek / R8.5 million + VAT

Somerset West / R7.25 million

Boschenmeer / R5.8 million

An income generating property offering 4 storage units and 3 apartments and a business unit in a good location in Franschhoek. A rare find and not to be missed.

Bedrooms 5 / Bathrooms 5 / Garages 4 Step into this well built family home and feel the space and quality in the quiet pan handle with sea and berg views.

The 2-bedroom cottage is set apart in a lush garden.

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 Elegant property with an excellent location in Boschenmeer Golf Estate. This property is situated on a 1098 m2 stand with uninterrupted views of the golf course and mountains.

Jeanine 082 410 6837 / Doug 072 610 7208

Gail Gould 083 255 2950

Igna 082 884 8492 / Hayley 082 926 8587

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Plattekloof / R7.7 million

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Bedrooms 9 / Bathrooms 10 / Garages 3 / Classic charm with income opportunity. Come and view this charming, classic family home with income-generating potential. Main property offers large, tiled entrance hall opening onto formal spacious family lounge and dining room. Large family-style gourmet wood and granite kitchen with T.V room area. 3-double en suite carpeted bedrooms. Automated garaging for 3 vehicles and off-road parking for further 6-8 vehicles. 5-flatlets each consisting of a lounge, bedroom and bathroom. Ideal for extra income-generating potential of R37 000 – R40 000pm.

Riccardo 073 051 1100 / Rosemary 078 080 9955 / Penny 083 261 7339 /PamGoldingProperties @PamGoldingGroup

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

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Sunset Links / R6.95 million

Bloubergrant / R1.67 million

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3.5 / Garages 2 / This immaculate elegant double-storey, threelevel family home is situated in sought-after Sunset Links Golf Estate.

Bedrooms 2 / Bathrooms 1 / Garages 1 / Only a block from the beautiful Blouberg beach.

Kitchen has brand new hob, oven and extractor. Follow showboards from Marine Drive.

Robyn Stawski 082 559 7563

Edelweiss Marais 082 667 9417

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Bloubergsands / R2.35 million

Big Bay / R2.35 million

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / Situated in a quiet close off Sail Street, in Blouberg Sands, this home is light and bright, with open-plan living, dining and kitchen.

Bedrooms 2 / Bathrooms 2 / Parkings 2 / Luxurious apartment with top-end finishes situated in one of the courtyard sections. Follow showboards from Otto du Plessis Drive.

Rosemary Louw 082 743 5915

Hjalmar Larsen 082 940 8034/ Tanya Kriel 082 413 9824

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SOLE PROPERTY PARTNER Mandy Oschman / Sales 082 567 0398 mandy.oschman@pamgolding.co.za Tracy-Ann Craig / Rentals 082 415 4852 tracy.craig@pamgolding.co.za

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Atlantic Beach Estate / R3.9 million

Bedrooms 4 / Bathrooms 3 / Garages 2 / Immaculate country-style living right on the fairway.

High-ceilings and spacious rooms define the downstairs area of this home. A large country kitchen.

Vacant Plot / This is currently the only one available for sale. Large 819 m² plot set right on the fairway. Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac close to the Clubhouse. Plot-and-plan.

Mandy Oschman 082 567 0398

Mandy Oschman 082 567 0398

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Atlantic Beach Estate / R32 000 pm

Atlantic Beach Estate / R22 000 pm

Bedrooms 4 /Bathrooms 2.5 / Garages 2 / A large 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, family home with lounge and dining room opening up to a fully walled, private and irrigated garden.

Bedrooms 3 / Bathrooms 2 / Garages 2 / This lovely spacious, 3-bedroom family home offers a full family bathroom, en suite, open-plan lounge, dining room and kitchen.

Tracy-Ann Craig 082 415 4852

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Bloubergstrand - Asking R19.5m New release. Masterpiece of perfection with breathtaking views. Prime location with magical mountain and sea views, on the water. All offers will be presented.

You have 3 options on this superior ambassadorial masterpiece where you can watch the sunset & Table Mountain. A family home, superb mini boutique hotel or restaurant. Exceptional bright, airy & sunny home is a symphony of glass & quality.

Bloubergstrand is the most sought after area with upmarket shopping malls, private schools and a family friendly environment.

4 Spacious bedrooms all e/s, underfloor heating throughout, jacuzzi bath with sunroom, informal dining room, gourmet kitchen, formal lounge, tv room, stacking doors opening onto extended verandah, downstairs cottage, billiard room/wine cellar, garages for 4 cars. Dir: Marine Circle up Otto Duplessis Drive then left into Sir David Baird Drive then left into Stadler Rd.

Most Sought After On show Sunday 2-5pm. Lydia Johnstone 082 561 3046 - lydia@sothebysrealty.co.za

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Blaauwbergstrand - Asking R3.5m neg

Be Bold! Make me an offer in ink. This apartment in an amazing block is worth viewing just for the “Breathtaking” view...

Large o/plan lounge - dining room with spectacular views of the ocean &

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table mountain. Compact kitchen lots of cupboard space. 3 Nice sized

Sunset Beach - R6.500 million

bedrooms - laminate flooring (mes), 2 bathrs, double automated garage.

Prime dual living investment in prestigious area of Sunset Beach within walking distance to the beach

Excellent block. Call today - Don’t delay. Lyn Petzer 082 889 5163

First property comprising of 4 x beds, study and 3 x baths. Lounge, Dining Room and TV Room. Gourmet style kitchen with a sep scullery leading to a double remote controlled garage. Glass enclosed pool, jacuzzi, bar and braai area ideal for entertaining. In addition there is a large gym on the first floor with views of Table Mountain.

Second dwelling comprising of 2 x beds, 2 x baths. Lounge, Dining Room and mod o/plan kitchen also with sep scullery leading to a large double remote controlled garage. This prime property is ideal for a guesthouse, double family dwelling or fantastic rental income from either property. Contact: Steve Dawson 083 447 1164

For more pics & info SMS 1354700 to 38573*

Eden On The Bay - Big Bay- Asking R1.4m You have seen it and admired it...

ON SHOW Lock up & go luxury apartment on the beachfront with used mix of a city within a city where everything happens, restaurants on your door step, waves are music to your ears, consisting of 1 bed,1 bath, open plan lounge area and balcony. Sun 2-5pm. Dir: from Marine Circle up Otto Duplessis Drive towards Big Bay then follow pointers. In att: Lydia Johnstone 082 561 3046

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Sunset Beach - Asking R8.9 million

State of the art mod architectural designed home, sea views

Ideally suited for the executive lifestyle. Huge open space with the emphasis on light modern architecture. Lap pool & jacuzzi with wind free outside entertainment area. 4 Bedrooms, Executive Study Area, Spectacular views from the living area & master bedroom, gourmet style kitchen offering a host of amenities. Contact: Steve Dawson 083 447 1164

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Blouberg - Asking R1.180 million Best Buy in Blouberg Sands

As a starter home or a scale down its the best value in Blouberg sands with so much to offer. A unique family home in a cul-de-sac in a quiet road consisting of 3 beds, 2 baths, under cover entertainment area, parking for 2 cars. To view call Lydia Johnstone 082 561 3046

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Parklands - Asking R2.450 million Immaculate spacious north facing family home

This single storey 4 bedroomed home is centrally located near top schools and shopping malls. Easy flow between the open plan reception

Sunset Beach - Offers from R3 million

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rooms, play room, indoor / outdoor barbecue area, double garages, swimming pool and great security. To view call Lydia on 082 451 3046

New Release – Sole Mandate

A house for many reasons – I am free and waiting for a new owner – Just move in. Walking distance from shops and beach. This free flowing light and airy home is a must on your viewing list. Open plan Receptions ( 3 ) leading to patio & garden – Open plan kitchen – 3 Bedrooms ( BIC ) – Study ( BIC ) – 2 Full bathrooms ( MES ) – Double automated garage. All this set in charming garden. Call today! Don’t delay! Asking R3.3 million. In att: Lyn Petzer 082 889 5163 Dir: Along West Coast Road turn into Ocean Way into Balers Way. Follow pointer boards.

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