De Zandt Lifestyle Estate, first multi-generational estate launched in Hermanus

Hermanus is now one of South Africa's most desired coastal towns for its superior lifestyle, excellent Mediterranean climate, wine and whale attractions and proximity to Cape Town.

It is not just attracting local buyers, but has become a destination of choice for retirement, holiday and semigration buyers as well as rental and holiday investors. From a development perspective, Hermanus is one of the most exciting as it continues to expand into a top residential town.

Paul Kruger, Licensee of Seeff Hermanus, says the addition of the new De Zandt Lifestyle Estate is another exciting innovation for the town. It will be the first multi-generational lifestyle estate offering diverse property choices to suit every age demographic and a superior range of amenities.

The estate offers close to 40 hectares in a prime location at the foot of the fabulous Hemel en Aarde Wine Valley. It further boasts a spectacular eco-friendly setting surrounded by mountains, beautiful nature and white sandy beaches and ocean as far as the eye can see.

The estate offers 24-hour security with biometric access control for total peace of mind living. The design is a modern Cape Winelands vernacular style with plenty of greening.

The development will consist of a mix of sectional title and full title properties along with further planned developments including a lifestyle centre, frail care, a retirement village, boutique hotel and retail facilities with convenience shopping. It is also on the doorstep of the Curro Hermanus private school.

De Zandt is developed to be pedestrian and pet friendly. Other features include solar energy, fibre to home, exercise equipment, tennis and squash courts and swimming pools.

Shiraz residential estate is part of the First Phase which is now selling. There is no transfer duty payable and bonds are available for approved buyers.

Shiraz includes 48 sectional title units and 21 freehold stands. It boasts sought-after lifestyle benefits such as a children's play park and pool, braai area, 24-hour security, interior finishes such as frameless glass doors on patio and louver lock and go security, prepaid electricity and much more.

The sectional title units offer a choice of a studio, one, two or three bedroomed apartments of which some first floor units have impressive mountain views. Prices start at R1.255m.

The freehold stands come with an approved three bedroomed house plan which can be customised to a starter two-bedroomed home. Plot prices range from R998 000.

Residents will enjoy easy access to the Hemel en Aarde wine route, Onrus beaches and the surrounding nature reserves. Cape Town and the International Airport is a 90-minute commute.

Hermanus property has proven to be an outstanding investment and with developments, the earlier you invest, the better the capital growth that you will benefit from. The town is a popular holiday and weekend spot with a busy tourist and local residential market, hence offering the added opportunity to earn rental income. Its popularity as a work-from-home destination has grown exponentially, offering even more benefits.

Hermanus is world-renowned as one of the best whale-watching destinations with its stunning Walker Bay attracting the annual migration of the Southern Right Whale and the opportunity to view these magnificent creatures from land or by boat. It is a water sport and nature paradise offering excellent trails whether you want to walk, run or cycle.

The town itself offers top class facilities including a regional shopping mall, a private hospital, oncology services, golfing, a yacht club, food and craft markets, fabulous restaurants, boutiques and much more.

Contact 072 091 3409 for more information or visit the De Zandt Lifestyle Estate website.