Nature walks at De Wijnlanden

Nature walks at De Wijnlanden

It's seems spring is in the air and the De Wijnlanden wildlife is showing off! Even the owls are getting their fair share of attention calling us out at night.

Take a 5km walking trail on the De Wijnlanden Estate and you are sure to see nature at it's best. With 7 dams the estate is home to some pretty spectacular wildlife! You are sure to come across the Geese and their 9 babies, the family of Koots as well as the white ducks at Darters Dam. Make sure to bring some bread along as they love the treat and so do the fish!

Amble onto the back of the estate and you might catch a glimpse of the 4 newly released springbuck settling into their new home. Take a walk through the vineyard and see if you can spot a chameleon or two or else sit quietly at the weaver dam and watch these beauties interact.

De Wijnlanden has 205 people homes but is also home to tons of wildlife. If you are interested in making De Wijnlanden your home too, please do not hesitate to contact me or browse my website for some homes.

Things to Consider When Buying an Investment Property

When looking for a investment property one needs to consider a few factors:

Firstly you wants to ensure you will yield a good rental return. You want to buy your investment property at a good price so that your rental income covers your bond cost. 

To maximize your investment one must secure a rental income that covers your bond cost, levy, rates and hopefully spares a profit.

Secondly your investment property needs to be positioned in an area that has a large rental pool. The more people that want to rent in a certain area minimizes the risk of having a vacant property. Remember for a great investment property you will need a tenant to cover your property expenses. You want to look for a property in an area close to schools, universities, malls, parks, gyms, transport hubs, freeways or other perks that attract renters. Properties situated close to Universities are an excellent example of a great investment property. Universities host thousands of students from all over the country and those students need a place to call home.Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any enquiries or wish to discuss further property options. I would love to meet you and help you find the perfect investment property.

The third factor to consider is they type of property you purchase.  Sectional title units (apartments) are a great selection for an investment property. Statistics show that the best rental return is earned on a one bedroom apartment! 
A four-bedroom full title property might yield 5% while a one-bedroom sectional title could yield 11%. Some investments as holiday rentals may require too much time and management to make them a worthy investing. 
Sectional Title units often form part of a body corporate that are responsible for the gardens, maintenance and security which means less hassle.

If you are interested in buying an investment property please have a look at my website for some great investment properties. De Wijnlanden and De Werf is situated in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands opposite Meerlust Wine Estate only 14 km outside of Stellenbosch central. Easy access to freeways makes commuting to Stellenbosch, Somerset West, Durbanville and Cape Town a pleasure. Surrounded by the magnificent Helderberg mountains and bordered by the lush vineyards of Meerlust, De Wijnlanden/De Werf is rapidly being elevated to its deserved position as a premier and sought after estate. This coveted lifestyle is under high demand by tenants and suited to investment buyers with an active rental market yielding a great rental return.

If you would like have a look at the Estate please come check out this show house we are hosting on Saturday 26th July between 11:00 and 12:00. Please let me know if you would like to join us so I can send you directions and add you to the guest list with Security. You can view this listing link: 

You may still be looking for the perfect investment property or you may be ready to make an offer, either way its worth popping in and having a look at what this beautiful apartment has to offer.

 Have a wonderful week!

De Wijnlanden Estate and Lifestyle

Live the De Wijnlanden Estate Lifestyle

When you take a walk around De Wijnlanden Estate you will see its not just a place to call home, its a valuable lifestyle opportunity! 

Imagine waking up in the morning, looking across to the beautiful Stellenbosch Mountains and starting your morning coffee sitting out on the patio watching the gorgeous sun creep over the top of the peaks of the mountains. First the light, then the crimson then the sun.. Glorious! How can your day be bad with such a beautiful start?

A morning walk around the De Wijnlanden, taking in the bird life, enjoying the views over the peninsula to Table Mountain. Marvel at the landscaping, wave to your neighbors and have a breather at the new sun deck at one of the lower dams. 

"De Wijnlanden Kids" is a lovely playgroup set up and run by the residents of De Wijnlanden. It is a private school set up for the residents of this great Estate. Take a look here!

Within the Estate are a number of book clubs, wine tasting clubs, sundowner clubs, a mountain biking club and teenager meetups. Its the kind of estate that if you open your door, people will pour in and if you close your door, you have your peace and quiet of your own space. There is something for everyone at De Wijnlanden. Its a lifestyle not just a home.

There are wonderful government schools in the Stellenbosch and Somerset West area, which are a good 15 minutes drive away. There are a number of lift opportunities to schools in both areas. Should you wish for a private education closer to home, the Waldorf School situated at Spier Wine Estate and Somerset College in the Winelands near Somerset West both have a great reputation.

Stellenbosch University is one of the best universities in the country and that is in the university town of Stellenbosch just 15 minutes drive away. University of Cape Town is a 20 minute drive away on the outskirts of Cape Town.

With Cape Town a 25 minute drive away, its easy to work in the City and live in De Wijnlanden. The trend to move out of the City and the immediate neighborhoods is a big trend and this would make De Wijnlanden a great choice. Its not as far as Somerset, Stellenbosch or Paarl, yet it is the gateway to the Stellenbosch Wine lands, secure and offers a genuine lifestyle.

De Wijnlanden is situated close to wonderful golf courses, award winning wine farms and superb fine dining restaurants. Its a quick 10 minute drive to the beaches at the Strand and 10 minutes drive from major shopping centres like Somerset Mall and newly revamped Eikestad Mall in Stellenbosch and Stellenbosch Square. It does not get better than this.

Considering a move to the area? Let me take you on a tour of this great Winelands Estate. Take a few hours off and let me show you the lifestyle you will want to live. 

Call or text me, Maxi Aldum 082-323-0116 for an appointment to look at this estate. Please don't plan a rush appointment - to have a good look, you need at least an hour to an hour and a half!

Email me: Maxine@SAPrimeProperties.com for more information or to set your appointment.

De Wijnlanden - Its not just your home, its a lifestyle!

See some of De Wijnlanden homes here