Are you considering buying a property in the Western Cape Province of South Africa? People from across the globe flock here and fall in love! And it’s no wonder why! There you will find an eclectic, cosmopolitan lifestyle, all against the backdrop of one of the most strikingly beautiful natural settings in the world.
The Western Cape is the oldest established province in South Africa. Many banks and financial institutions base themselves there. Besides the thriving financial sector, there is abundant export-quality agriculture. But of course, there’s also the booming real estate market! The Western Cape has some of the most attractive residential properties anywhere on the entire African continent.
This province is irresistible to the tourist industry. Visitors from all over the world have their breath stolen away by the iconic Table Mountain. Many choose to switch from being visitors to residents. Foreign buyers continue to choose homes for sale in the Western Cape.
The lifestyle available is relaxed and enjoyable. Those with property in the Western Cape have so much to enjoy; there are the pristine beaches, the rich natural beauty of the area, the convenience of modern city living, the nightlife in the city of Cape Town, amazing and scenic hiking opportunities in the mountains, and much more.
This is a region of gorgeous valleys nestled between striking mountains. The extensive farmlands within the province produce wines of international renown, as well as apples, olives and citrus fruits. Livestock is plentiful too, including an export trade in horses that earns millions each year. The oceans here abound with diverse life which sustains a strictly-monitored fishing industry.
The climate here is comparable to the Mediterranean. Western Cape residents enjoy the long summers, mild winters and the long days on the west coast. The sun sets late in the evening, which gives Western Cape real estate the advantage of plenty of sunshine. The result is a culture that has embraced the outdoors!
Local and international tourists frequent many attractions in the province each year. Most notable among them is RobbenIsland. This is where the esteemed Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for several decades. After his release, he became the first democratically-elected president of South Africa!
The City Bowl has upmarket shopping and lifestyle options. There is the V&A Waterfront, and many attractive options for 5-star dining and hotels.
The local government in the Western Cape is exemplary, delivering a high standard. Cape Town has the best public transport system among the South African cities. There are also many good schools, with a graduation rate 80% higher than any other province. You will also find top universities here, including the marvelously scenic University of Cape Town, Stellenbosch University and the University of the Western Cape in Bellville. The Western Cape has a reputation for producing highly educated residents, and it should therefore be no surprise that the workforce is more skilled than any other African region.
When you buy property in the Western Cape, you are also positioning yourself to enjoy amazing African flora and fauna. See the penguin colony at Boulders Beach. Experience marine wildlife up close at the Two Oceans Aquarium. The Western Cape has an entire floral kingdom, the Cape Floral Kingdom, which is not found anywhere else in the world. Treat yourself to a trip through the popular Garden Route and see the Fynbos for yourself.
Property options available to you in the Western Cape are richly varied. There are attractive modern architectural masterpieces overlooking breathtaking ocean views, such as the houses for sale in Clifton, Camps Bay, Fresnaye and Bantry Bay. All these line the western seaboard, known as “the Riviera”. There are well-established, spacious, top-end properties available close to Cape Town.
You may even set your eye on wine estate living in Constantia or Stellenbosch, with their Cape Dutch-style manor houses. Or how about the attractive sandstone mansions of the Little Karoo?
Whatever your pick, the Western Cape doesn’t disappoint!
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in August 2017 and has been revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
