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SUBURB FOCUS: RETIRE IN THE LOWVELD

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GADGET GUIDE

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BUSINESS Q&A

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PROPERTY NEWS

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Suburb focus

Retiring in the Lowveld Here’s what’s happening in property in the area WORDS: BETSIE LOOCK-VAN DER MERWE IMAGES: ISTOCK & GOOGLE

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f you're looking for the peace and tranquillity of the countryside, a moderate climate throughout the year, and the comfort of being close to good medical facilities, Mpumalanga’s Lowveld region is a good retirement destination to consider.

HOSPITALS: • • • •

Mediclinic Barberton Mediclinic Nelspruit Lowveld Hospital Kiaat Private Hospital

This low-altitude, subtropical region in the eastern part of Mpumalanga (meaning “place where the sun rises”) includes the towns of Barberton, Hazyview, Malelane, Sabie and White River, among others – all of them located within a 70km radius from the well-developed capital city of Mbombela (formerly Nelspruit), which offers a host of amenities and services required by senior citizens.

The Lowveld is also home to the jewel of South African national parks, the Kruger National Park.

NATURE NEARBY: • Lowveld National Botanical Garden: 70% of pathways in the developed part are accessible by wheelchair.

• Kruger National Park: explore South Africa’s largest and oldest game reserve – self-drive or guided tours.

• Panorama Route: some scenic points include God’s Window, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes and several prominent waterfalls.

This region offers retirees various options to suit their lifestyle, level of activity, taste and budget. If a slower-paced life is preferred, there are quiet, smaller, laid-back towns.

There are bigger towns, too, if you prefer the busier urban areas.

Retirement facilities here often offer a combination of retirement villages and lifestyle estates. Developers have also introduced the concept of twin-community development (on the same grounds) providing safe and trouble-free country living for both over-50s and young families.

Other developments have even introduced a threshold age of 40 for residents as an alternative to the usual age of 50. Both full-title homes and sectional-title apartments are on offer, while many of these developments also offer assistedliving and frail-care services.

As a retirement destination, the Lowveld has much to offer.

It’s a scenic area rich in culture, history and tourism options which beckon to be explored by selfdrive or guided-tour excursions.

For those who are less mobile, the focus is on enhancing quality of life and creating social interaction opportunities within the borders of their retirement environment.

TRANSPORT PLUS: • Mbombela is situated just off the N4 highway linking the Lowveld to Gauteng’s main cities.

• Nelspruit Airport and the Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (about 60km northeast of Mbombela).

• Daily shuttles between White River, Mbombela and Gauteng.

I love the year-round warm weather and the beautiful bushveld sunsets of the Lowveld FREDA LESSING, SENIOR CITIZEN AND RESIDENT

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PROPERTY NEWS

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For sale Property type

Median asking prices

R1,5m

83%

For a typical property (three-bedroom house)

R1,1m

R630,000

In a complex

For an apartment

Monthly bond repayments

R1,44m

Retirement Insight Local retirement experts give us the inside scoop on the Lowveld.

7%

apartment complex

For a house

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For a typical property in this area.

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R14,976

R1,5m

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What are the best things about living in a lifestyle retirement estate?

What are the things to look for in a retirement destination?

Why choose the Lowveld as a retirement destination?

Being part of a community where social interaction is encouraged through communal areas and recreational activities that enable residents to enjoy an active lifestyle within the estate is a big plus. You also get to live a more carefree, lock-upand-go life, where less time is required for maintenance around the home and more time is available to explore and pursue other hobbies.

Make sure your retirement home is surrounded by the things you enjoy. If you love nature, invest in a home near scenic attractions. If you love shopping, find a place that has decent shopping malls nearby. You want to live in a place where you needn’t worry about your safety. Look for a medical centre and 24-hour emergency help nearby or inside your retirement village.

Country living comes naturally in Lowveld towns. You are spoiled by a serene environment, with the added advantage of being a stone's throw away from Mpumalanga’s capital, Mbombela, and its modern amenities. The Lowveld’s scenic surrounds and natural attractions present retirees with a multitude of exploration and touring options close to their retirement homes.

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Go go gadget!

Keep an eye out for these technology trends WORDS: CHARIS LE RICHE

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very year, we see amazing advances in technology – and 2017 is no different.

Here are the gadgets and trends that we can’t stop talking about.

Smartwatches

There seems to be no end in sight to the smartwatch trend. In South Africa alone, the trend has been growing phenomenally, helped by health insurance companies who make use of these devices to track their users and reward them with points. Most smartwatches can make and receive calls, send and receive messages, take photos and videos, are voice operated and, of course, can track your heart rate as well as the number of steps you walked – making them a fitness enthusiast’s dream.

Virtual Reality

4K

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We love the new trend of virtual reality show houses. Now you can view your potential new home from the comfort of your own couch.

Not only is this an asset for buyers

who may live far from the property they’re looking to invest in, this can also assist off-plan buyers see the finished product. Even though this trend is still in its infancy in South Africa, it’s one that we see growing in the coming months.

Home automation

Imagine controlling all your home technology from your phone. More and more people are seeing the benefits of home automation – with one touch you can control your lights, music and house temperature; you can lock your doors and even switch on your security system.

4K TVs

Every year, new TVs are launched that take your home viewing experience to new levels, and the latest trend is 4K TVs. The 4K title refers to the resolution display – in this case it’s 3,840 x 2,160 pixels (four times the number in most Real HD TVs); and this means picture quality better than anything you’ve seen before.

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My business neighbourhood Onica Masilo owns The Beauty Lobby beauty salon in Brooklyn. She tells us more about her business.

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nica Masilo moved her business to its current home in Brooklyn in September 2014. With many developments happening in the area, and her salon being centrally located, close to shopping malls and many of her clients, she saw potential to grow her business.

Q: How did your business start?

A: I’ve worked in the beauty industry for 10 years and was presented with an opportunity to buy a salon on Charles Street, Brooklyn, in December 2013. I grabbed the opportunity and haven’t looked back since. The salon moved from those premises a year later to our current premises.

Q: Why did you choose this area to set up shop?

A: I was referred to my current

premises by a friend who needed a nail technician to rent space in his salon. I saw big potential to grow a business at this location due to the developments happening in the area. The business is centrally located on a main through road of Brooklyn and close to shopping malls and companies as well as many of my clients. The suburb also gives you a feeling of calmness and tranquillity so you can escape the busy life, yet it has all necessary amenities nearby.

Q: How did you find your premises?

A: I wasn’t looking for a property but was referred to the current property through a friend.

Q: Why are the premises ideally suited to your business?

A: T he property is secure, there’s enough safe parking and it’s easily accessible for clients. There are a number of complementary businesses at the same premises, which increases foot traffic coming into my business. It has an enjoyable, tranquil atmosphere due to it being a former residential property, and is the perfect salon alternative for clients who don’t want to enter busy shopping malls.

Q: What are the shop rental/ sales prices like in this area?

A: Most of the rentals in this area range from R150 to R300 per square metre.

Q: How many people go through your business each day?

A: T he therapists see eight to 15 clients a day depending on the treatments required.

Q: D o you have any expansion plans?

A: Yes, I would definitely like to have more people working under the Beauty Lobby umbrella.

I would like to expand to bigger premises where I can empower women and perhaps franchise the business.

Q: D o you operate online as well?

A: Not yet, but we will soon as many businesses are operating online, particularly with marketing, so we want to share our little cocoon with the world.

Q: What's your most popular service?

A: G el, fibre and silk nails, massages and threading.

SEE FOR YOURSELF: Q: Who are your neighbours?

A: My neighbours are The Hair Lobby, who we work with, Body Intellect Pilates studio and physiotherapist Mariette Oelofse.

The Beauty Lobby 071 253 7428 facebook.com/thebeautylobby

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Great homes make great memories, find yours

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Thatchfield Estate

5 bed | 2 bath | R1 580 000 | ADHS:5588

3 bed | 2 bath | R1 680 000 | ADHS:5503

3 bed | 2 bath | R1 900 000 | ADHS:5479

Exclusively marketed by Adrienne Hersch Properties we present a beautiful family home, with a pool, and which is situated in a quiet street. Great possibilities as to how you utilize the accommodation on offer!

Beautiful and very spacious family home situated on a large stand. Ideal for those that love to entertain and enjoy the outdoors! Features include a lounge, dining room, large kitchen, separate laundry room plus a study.

Unbeatable price! Superior home offering light bright entrance leading through to formal lounge and spacious patio. This home offers open-plan lounge, kitchen and own garden that is ideal for entertainers.

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3 bed | 2 bath | R4 975 000 | ADHS:5572

4 bed | 3 bath | R3 590 000 | ADHS:5377

Smart and classy home in an upmarket retirement estate of Midstream. A home for the astute buyer as you will know the moment that you stop at this address, your lifestyles needs are being met. A well-designed home with the luxury, attention to detail, top-end finishes throughout and most importantly wheel-chair friendly

A magnificent free standing family home with breathtaking views of the golf course, on the fairway allowing for appreciation of the serene surroundings! This home boasts a beautifully designed, open plan with spacious living areas that flow flawlessly onto the awning covered patio with a built-in braai. Scenic garden with irrigation system.

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3 bed | 2 bath | R2 164 000 | ADHS:5549 A brand new house in an exquisite estate, consisting of kitchen with spacious scullery, open plan dining room and lounge, patio with built in braai, and garden for kids to play around.

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