Stellenbosch Property | Houses | Real Estate

Cape Town property is magnificent, often with historic buildings nestled between modern designs. Yet none are as tranquil and refined as Stellenbosch property. In the mountainous region of the Cape Winelands on the banks of the Eerste River lies the beautifully preserved historic town known as Stellenbosch; known as the ‘town of oaks’ or Eikestad in Afrikaans and Dutch. These oak trees were planted to charm the streets and homesteads by its founder, Simon van der Stel. Stellenbosch houses are home to Stellenbosch University, rich in history and dating back to 1863 with the local Maties Rugby Club still being one of the oldest and biggest clubs in the world. Stellenbosch University is renowned as one of South Africa’s top research universities, being internationally recognised the world over.  Stellenbosch is one of the prime areas for property in South Africa.

Stellenbosch real estate offers a charming off-street café experience with coffee shops in beautiful settings, where locals and visitors gather on cobble stone pavements under beautiful oak trees for hours on end. Restaurants are open until late and the constantly pulsing live music creates a cosmopolitan atmosphere; it is all about the vibe, the food, and of course good wine. Stellenbosch is the centre of the South African wine industry and is undoubtedly the country´s most famous wine route. The Mediterranean climate provides an ideal environment for viticulture. Stellenbosch town offers history, art, museums, local performances at the Dorp Street Theatre Café, the Spier and Oude Libertas Amphitheatres, Endler Hall and the HB Thom Theatre. Additionally, there is a fresh organic market, perfect for lazy strolls or historical walks in this beautiful setting.

Luxury accommodation in Stellenbosch guest houses, spas and hotels will provide accommodation for the even most discerning visitor to Stellenbosch. Moreover, Stellenbosch hopes to act as base for an international team during the 2010 Soccer World Cup. An outdoor recreation Stellenbosch Golf Club offers an 18-hole Championship golf course - The De Zalze golf course designed by Peter Matkovitch. Additional highlights include horse rides and trails, Cheetah Outreach at Spier plus organised wine and cellar tours to name just a few.

Stellenbosch is well-known as being the centre for education, with several schools, including some of the oldest and best in the country such as Paul Roos, Rhenish Girls High School and Bloemhof Meisies Hoer. Other top institutions include: Elizabeth Galloway Academy of Fashion Design, The Carstens health and skin care academy, Private Hotel School (PTY) LTD plus the Stellenbosch Academy of Design. This town of oaks offers beautifully restored homes and cottages, traditional Cape Architecture as well as other contemporary homes. Acquiring a property in Stellenbosch can be done through Fine and Country.

• Residential Sale Property Ranging from R320,000 to R18,500,000