Pinelands, Cape Town

Pinelands is an undiscovered gem and offers some of the best value for money in the city's popular southern suburbs.

Pinelands was the first Garden City in South Africa, with many tree-lined streets. It is one of the most centrally situated suburbs in Cape Town and is unique in that it boasts the tranquillity of a village within a city. It has often been called the "15-minute suburb" as it lies between the north and south of Cape Town and is within a short distance of the airport, central Cape Town, and the V & A Waterfront. It is a peaceful suburb that is just off the N2 highway. The area is a big drawcard for families, people who work at Old Mutual, and buyers looking for homes close to the University of Cape Town and surrounding business areas.

Pinelands homes offer a variety of architectural styles, from gracious homes on large plots to modern renovated houses, security complexes, townhouses, and apartment blocks to character thatched homes. There are many guest houses. An older community is drawn to the area for its peaceful atmosphere, where there are several retirement homes. It also attracts young buyers who relish the thought of buying a spacious yet affordable family home and bringing their children up in a tranquil suburb that has many open parks where children can play.

A brief history of the area

Pinelands was originally a Victorian-era farm named Uitvlugt that had thousands of pine trees planted in it.

In the early 20th century, the government of the Cape Colony began to sell off portions of the land to private developers. The suburb was designed with the principles of the Garden City movement, which emphasises green spaces and a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas. The first houses in Pinelands were built in the 1920s and 1930s, and the suburb continued to grow in popularity throughout the 20th century.

Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)

Pinelands is located approximately 12 kilometres from the Cape Town International Airport. The distance can vary depending on the specific location within Pinelands and the route taken to get to the airport, but it generally takes around 15-20 minutes by car to travel between the two places.

The distance from Pinelands to the Central Business District (CBD) of Cape Town is around 10 kilometres away.

Climate

Pinelands is an excellent area to reside in because of its moderate climate, which offers pleasant temperatures all year round. The Pinelands often have daytime highs of 12 to 15 degrees Celsius and nighttime lows of 6 to 8 degrees Celsius throughout the winter months of May to August. Approximately 150 mm of rainfall every month, on average, falls during this time.

Pinelands has summertime temperatures between November and February that range between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius during the day and 15 to 20 degrees Celsius at night. During this time, there is often just 10 to 20 mm of rain every month on average.

Schools in the area

There are three primary schools, Pinelands Central, Pinehurst Primary, and Pinelands North Primary, as well as Pinelands High School and a private school, Cannon's Creek.

Healthcare in the area

Pinelands is conveniently situated close to excellent hospitals namely, Vincent Pallotti, Groote Schuur, and Red Cross Children's Hospital. It is a popular suburb among the medical fraternity due to the close proximity of the neighbouring hospitals.

Pinelands offers sporting facilities including cricket, tennis, hockey, and golf at the King David Mowbray Golf Club.

Shopping centres

The area has two shopping centres, namely Howard Centre and Central Square. Howard Centre is a large indoor shopping centre that offers a variety of stores, including clothing, electronics, and home goods. It also has a food court and several restaurants.

Canal Walk is a short drive from Pinelands. It offers a wide variety of stores and has several restaurants, cafes, and a food court, as well as a cinema and an entertainment area for children. 

Restaurants

Pinelands has a restaurant to fit your tastes, whether you want a healthy lunch or a sinful dinner. Magica Roma, Simply Asia, Ou Meul and Cattle Baron are a few of the favourites among the locals.

Special attractions 

The be.UP Park is an exciting and thrilling adventure that is perfect for people of all ages and fitness levels. With a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities and attractions, be.UP Park is the perfect place to spend a day with your family.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of paradise in the Pinelands. Contact the Seeff team today to schedule a viewing of our available properties in this sought-after suburb. Our experts will work with you to find the perfect home for you and your family.