Area Profiles

The Eastern Cape is a beautiful region of South Africa, dotted with small towns and busy cities. Kleinemonde is a town on the coastline with immense charm and potential. Discover the benefits of investing in this hidden gem.  Kleinemonde's airports/routes: travel effortlessly  There are two main airports in the Eastern Cape. Locals and tourists may make use of the Port Elizabeth Airport and the East London Airport for most domestic flights. You may have to travel to OR Tambo International Airport for overseas trips.  Kleinemonde's history: uncover the backstory  Deriving much of its history from the sea, Kleinemonde is known for its natural beauty and rich...

Port Alfred is a small seaside resort town on the east coast of South Africa, situated in the Eastern Cape province at the mouth of the Kowie River. It is located midway between Port Elizabeth and East London. Over the last two decades, Port Alfred has experienced steady growth, particularly in its property market, driven by retirees and families seeking second homes. The town offers a variety of properties, from luxurious marina residences to more affordable options inland.  The Royal Alfred Marina is a standout feature, known as the most successful marina in South Africa, providing a secure, upscale environment with homes facing tidal canals and facilities like a...

If you're looking to trade the hustle and bustle of city living for tranquil coastal living, you'll find the perfect location in East Bank. This is a popular suburb in Port Alfred known for its picturesque views. Every day, you can be greeted by the sights of Port Alfred town, the Kowie River, the Royal Alfred Marina, and the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean.  East Bank Beach, just a stone's throw away, beckons with its rolling waves, making this suburb a haven for surf enthusiasts. And if you own a boat or yearn to explore the open waters, East Bank's proximity to the Small Boat Harbour is nothing short of ideal.  On your property hunt, expect to be spoilt for...

Emerald Heights in Port Alfred offers an ideal backdrop for your dream home, just a stone's throw from the beach. The property market in Emerald Heights is rising, featuring a mix of brand-new homes and limited plots for new builds that are selling out quickly.  Like the residents of 'Misty Waves', homeowners will relish the serene natural beauty of the Forest Downs area, embraced by lush greenery. The stunning landscape and prime location enhance property values, making it an attractive choice for a permanent residence, holiday home, or lucrative investment. Essential amenities, including shops, restaurants, and schools, are conveniently close by. Emerald Heights'...

Port Elizabeth stretches out along the South Eastern coastline of Africa, bordering on the warm Indian Ocean, and enjoys many of natures wonders, from frolicking dolphins to whales at play in our bay. The beaches are some of the best in the world, many being isolated and therefore unspoilt, with a variety of features from sandy beaches to rocky outcrops.  The combination of clean beaches, warm calm waters and fair breezes provides ideal conditions for the outdoor water sports enthusiasts, such as sailing, fishing, surfing, windsurfing, snorkeling, swimming and scuba divers have lots to see in the form of shipwrecks, coral reefs and beautifully coloured fish...

St Francis Bay is a place where residents love their homes, and where visitors wish they could be residents. Thanks to its waterside lifestyle, residents of St Francis Bay get to enjoy an array of watersports including kitesurfing, windsurfing and waterskiing. Those wishing to live a more relaxed way of life can go fishing, birdwatching or simply enjoy their beautiful surroundings. Living on the water, with proximity to St Francis Bay's network of manmade canals, is a dream come true for many. St Francis Bay's airports/routes: travel effortlessly If you live in the beauty and sanctity that is St Francis Bay, you are less than an hour and a half away from Gqeberha's...

The town of Uitenhage is a bustling industrial hub found in the Eastern Cape Province approximately 38 km away from the harbour city of Port Elizabeth. Fondly referred to as the Garden Town of the Eastern Cape, it lies in the foothills of the Winterhoek Mountains and on the banks of the Swartkops River with the town's official flower, the Strelitzia, blooming everywhere. Starting out as a farming community, Uitenhage has maintained its scenic charm while developing and growing into a thriving industrial and commercial epicentre. Uitenhage was established in 1804 due to the conflict in the area between the Xhosa people and the settlers, a magisterial district...

Vaal Dam is a popular tourist destination located in the Northern region of the Free State, the area enjoys prime positioning due to its idyllic location on the banks of the Vaal River. It is South Africa’s second biggest dam by area and fourth largest by volume, situated 77km south of Johannesburg, it has more than 800km of shoreline, spanning three provinces; Gauteng, Mpumalanga and the Free State.  On its banks surround the little towns of Deneysville, Oranjeville, Vaal Marina, Villiers and Frankfort. The much-favoured tourist destination lies on the Vaal River close to Vereeniging, midway between the N1 and the N3, and just an hour 30-minute...

Parys is a town situated on the banks of the majestic Vaal River in the Free State province. The name of the town was derived from the Afrikaans translation of “Paris”,  given by a German surveyor who had participated in the Siege of Paris during the Franco-Prussian War and the location next to the Vaal reminded him of Paris on the River Seine.  Parys, being one of the towns in South Africa with the highest per capita investment number, has become one of the most exclusive areas for property investments. Over recent years, Parys has increased in popularity as a number of Gauteng property owners are choosing to relocate to the suburb. It is less...

The large town of Sasolburg is located in the northern part of the Free State, bordering Mpumalanga and Gauteng and conveniently situated a mere hour’s drive away from Johannesburg and 95km from O.R Tambo International Airport. Resting on the banks of the Vaal River, it forms one part of the Vaal Triangle, with Vanderbijlpark and Vereeniging. Sasolburg is known for its industry, in particular its oil refinery, which is one of the only working coal-derived refineries in the world. This town owes its existence and name to the South African Coal, Oil and Gas Corporation (SASOL) who created the town to provide employees with housing, schooling and other amenities....