Area Profiles

Kenton On Sea, a charming seaside town in the Eastern Cape's Sunshine Coast region, is nestled between the Bushman's River and the Kariega River, making for a stunning location. Predominantly freestanding homes, Kenton On Sea is a great location for families looking to set roots in a beautiful family-friendly neighbourhood. A brief history of the area There are two possible explanations for how Kenton On Sea got its name. According to one account, Captain Henry Somerset named the coastal town after the village of Kenton in England. Alternatively, some sources suggest that a man named Mr Tilt, who was born in 1867 and had previously lived in Kenton, England,...

Kleinemonde is a quiet little coastal town, situated around 40 kilometres up the coast from Port Alfred towards KwaZulu Natal. Being on the Sunshine Coast, this little town enjoys the sun, sea, sand and holiday feel of the Kenton-on-Sea area. Beautiful sandy beaches with the warm Indian Ocean lapping at the shores are not far from Kleinemonde. With the close proximity to beautiful beaches comes the abundance of water sports and activities such as surfing, boogie boarding for the kids, boating, fishing and much more. Kleinemonde is bordered on 3 sides by natural beauty, on 1 side the sea with breathtaking views and on the other 2 sides by 2 rivers which are home to...

Oyster Bay is a small coastal town in the Eastern Cape province located on the Garden Route between St Francis Bay, Humansdorp and Jeffreys Bay. It is part of the Kouga Local Municipality. Oyster Bay is known for its unspoiled natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Oyster Bay offers hiking, fishing, and surfing opportunities near pristine beaches, dunes, and fynbos vegetation. Many of the homes in Oyster Bay are on large plots of land, providing residents with plenty of space and privacy. Some properties offer breathtaking ocean views, while others are surrounded by...

Nestled at the heart of the Sunshine Coast, Port Alfred is a captivating and scenic town in the Eastern Cape province, home to around 26,000 inhabitants. With its location at the mouth of the Kowie River, it is conveniently located between Gqeberha and East London, roughly 30 kilometres from Canon Rock. Renowned for its charming homes and captivating allure, Port Alfred is a highly coveted area for holidaymakers and property seekers alike. Its exclusive location beckons with its golden beaches, a welcoming seaside village ambience, and a delightful temperate climate. Its immaculate natural surroundings and diverse cultural experiences make it an enchanting...

Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage, Despatch and Colchester (Nelson Mandela Bay) has got everything a visitor expects to find on a South African holiday. The only city that boasts the Big 7 (Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, Lion, Leopard, Humpback Whale and Great White Shark) within it's municipal boundaries, Port Elizabeth (The Friendly City) is known for its over 40km coast that boast a multitude of Blue Flag Beaches and hours of sunshine to enjoy them in. Port Elizabeth is also known as both the Mohair and Bottlenose Dolphin Capital of the World and the 5 Biome City. Situated on the shores of the Indian Ocean, overlooking Algoa Bay, this bustling seaport city flaunts an atmosphere...

Queenstown, now Komani, is located in the middle of the Eastern Cape of South Africa, roughly halfway between the smaller towns of Cathcart and Sterkstroom. It is the commercial, administrative and educational centre of the surrounding farming district. Queenstown is known for its roses, climate and friendly people. During spring, the town's gardens and streets become ablaze with colour. Queenstown lies at the foot of the Hangklip Mountain on the Komani River, close enough to the Wild Coast and Karoo Heartland to make it a favoured stopover. The area is scenic and a hive of activity for outdoor enthusiasts who can enjoy trails, rivers, rocks, mountains, hiking,...

Somerset East, an attractive and historic little town, is situated on the fringes of South Africa’s Karoo in the malaria free Eastern Cape. Somerset East is a pretty town, and its many gardens form a green oasis under the iconic Boschberg Mountain. Somerset East is located a short distance from the N10 main highway between Port Elizabeth and the South African interior, as well as being on one of the main routes to Graaff-Reinet. Somerset East is picturesque, friendly and quiet with little traffic, making it easy to explore on foot. You will find restaurants, coffee shops and places to relax in Nojoli Street, the Main Street of Somerset East. A popular draw...

St Francis Bay is a holiday town located in the Sarah Baartman District Municipality within the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. St Francis Bay is famous for much more than just surfing, it boasts a beautiful canal system surrounded by picturesque homes in a setting of lush greenery and breathtaking views. Its natural harbours, towns and villages along the coastline have evolved to provide everything sailors need for a spectacular sailing experience. The area has various property types available to suit everyone's needs whether you are an investor, couple or family looking to set down roots. A brief history of the area Manuel de Perestrelo, a...

The Canals, then called the Marina Glades, was a major project started by Leighton Hulett, after he exchanged a house and a plot for 179 morgen land with 2.3km river frontage.  A dredger was bought and the work on the first canal started in 1960. The Cove, which leads directly to the river mouth, was the starting point of the canals.  Houses were all painted white and had to have thatch roofs. Later years, tile roofs were allowed and lately chromadek roofs have been approved.  After a couple of fires which caused a lot of damage, houses were upgraded and the Canal area has become an upmarket area seen as a great place to invest either buying a holiday home or to live...

St Francis Bay Rural and Kromme River   Information largely sourced from "The Monument around us"- R N Simpson In 1954 Leighton Hulett and his wife Ann spotted an advertisement in the Farmers Weekly offering 273 morgen of the ideal fishing land along the coast for £1750, which they bought, went back to Zululand to sell their cane farm and returned to the area with their children. Mule carts and ox wagons were used to transport their belongings over the miles of sand dunes where they then settled in a 100 year old shack. Leighton then started building a fishing camp with 7 thatched rondavels, an ablution block and kitchen. Regular visitors started...