Porterville
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Porterville is a scenic town situated close to the Olifants River Mountains. It is described as a place characterised by diversity, authenticity and excellent hospitality. The area is world-renowned as being the only place in South Africa where you can see fields of Dias Uniflora, which is an extremely rare flower. Thanks to the powerful thermals to be found here, Porterville is well-loved by paragliding and hang-gliding enthusiasts.
A brief history of the area
The area's original inhabitants were San Bushmen tribes, who lived here centuries ago, leaving behind some notable rock art paintings and other relics of the past. The town was officially established in 1863 after an 1820 settler by the name of Frederick John Owen subdivided his farm. The town owes its name to the Attorney General of the Cape - Sir William Porter.Climate
Porterville's mercury rises to approximately 35°C in January and February, which are the hottest months of the year. Winters are cold, with snow often visible on the distant peaks.Schools in the area
Primary schools in the area include Berghof NGK Primary School and Willems Vallei Primary School. Most teens residing in Porterville will attend Hoerskool Porterville.Healthcare in the area
Residents of Porterville are served by Lapa Munnik Hospital, which is a government hospital. A number of doctors, dentists and other medical professionals can be found in Porterville.Shopping centres
There are a variety of places that residents of Porterville can stock up on their groceries - there is a Usave and a Spar amongst various other retailers. A variety of clothing stores, such as PEP, Foschini and Ackermans have branches here.Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)
The driving distance from Porterville to Cape Town International Airport is just over 140km. In average traffic, it will take you about one hour and 40 minutes to get there. The Cape Town CBD is approximately 145km or one hour and 45 minutes away.Restaurants
There is no shortage of great restaurants and cute coffee shops in Porterville. At Koppikofi, you can enjoy anything from a hearty breakfast to a traditional South African favourite such as bobotie. When you're in the mood for something more casual, the Porterville Fish and Chips Shop is a great place to go. Pizza World has your needs covered when you're in the mood for a taste of Italy.Special attractions
Looking for a fun way to spend a day in and around Porterville? There's plenty to do!1. Porterville Farmers' Market
Come and get your organic essentials, as well as fruit and veggies, at amazing prices at the Porterville Farmers' Market! It's on every Saturday from 9am to 2pm, and there's even a pre-market Farm Run and Walk, which starts at 8am.2. Beaverlac
Residents of Porterville have a little piece of paradise right on their doorsteps. Beaverlac, situated high in the mountains above Porterville, offers a wide array of hiking and mountain bike trails, as well as rock pools for visitors to explore. There are also cabins and camping opportunities, ensuring that locals and visitors really get to make the most of everything that Beaverlac has to offer.3. Paragliding and hang-gliding
The Porterville region offers varied terrain to those wishing to take to the sky. The best conditions can be found between November and March. The area is arguably South Africa's best-loved free-flying region, and a number of competitions have been held here.Make Porterville your home. Let it be your story.
There's loads to love about Porterville, and about the Western Cape as a whole. Porterville offers boundless charm coupled with loads to do if you enjoy the great outdoors. Seeff Porterville has a variety of properties for sale and to rent in Porterville. Contact the Seeff team and allow them to help you find your dream home today. -
Properties in Porterville
New15R995,0002 Bedroom Freehold For Sale in Calitzdorp789 Gamka-wes2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
26R1,498,0003 Bedroom Freehold For Sale in Maselspoort3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings298m²
New8R272,000374m² Vacant Land For Sale in Karino
New15R656,0003 Bedroom Sectional Title For Sale in Karino3 Beds1 Bath1 Parking53m²
New15R7,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Pinetown Central2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
New47R79,000 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Constantia4 Beds4 Baths5 Parkings
New19R24,000 pm3 Bedroom Townhouse To Let in Vierlanden3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings
New18R23,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Houghton Estate2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New28R10,600,000583m² Investment For Sale in Polokwane CentralCovered583m²
New13R2,100,000853m² Building For Sale in Trichardt853m²
New7R1,500,0001,920m² Vacant Land For Sale in Hex Industrial
New17R3,500,000330m² Investment For Sale in HospitaalparkOpen330m²
New12R28,000 pm221m² Office To Let in Murrayfield221m²
New18R14,500 pm57m² Retail To Let in Lyttelton Manor57m²
14R10,350 pm57m² Retail To Let in Gowrie Village57m²
13R15,561.40 pm90m² Office To Let in Montrose90m²
6R1,100,00010Ha Farm For Sale in Otavi
6R1,100,00010Ha Farm For Sale in Otavi
Reduced5R2,620,0007.90Ha Small Holding For Sale in Spitskop SH
Reduced18R1,780,0004.30Ha Farm For Sale in Roodewal254m²
6R50,000 pmFarm To Let in Vaalbank660m²
7R1,250,000Business For Sale in Wavecrest
25R16,200,000700m² Restaurant For Sale in Lagoon700m²
Reduced15R4,276,000494m² Office For Sale in Walvis Bay Central494m²
15R6,000,0000.10m² Service Station For Sale in Thornville0.10m²
New10R56,600 pm450m² Warehouse To Let in Sentra Park450m²
10R7,000 pm72m² Office To Let in Worcester Central72m²
7R8,500 pm70m² Retail To Let in Eduan Park70m²
8R12,600 pm154m² Retail To Let in Melville154m²
New7R450,0002,704m² Vacant Land For Sale in Lydenburg
New5R450,0003,486m² Vacant Land For Sale in Lydenburg
New4R618,0006,080m² Vacant Land For Sale in Henties Bay Industrial
New4R303,8602,988m² Vacant Land For Sale in Henties Bay Industrial
New10R63,250 pm75m² Industrial Yard To Let in Industrial75m²
7R18,975 pm136m² Warehouse To Let in Heavy Industrial136m²
8R21,505 pm166m² Warehouse To Let in Heavy Industrial166m²
10R10,750 pm84m² Workshop To Let in George IndustrialCoveredOpen84m²
53R5,950,000515m² Business For Sale in Kloof29a Abelia RoadOpen515m²
71R6,200,000540m² Office For Sale in Agatha Park540m²
23R12,000,00043Ha Farm For Sale in LeeudoringstadRE ptn25 Farm 89 Klipspruit Maquassi Hills, North West1m²
19POA1,835m² Service Station For Sale in Wellington North99 Main Road1,835m²
16R15,500 pm90m² Business To Let in Bedfordview80A Van der Linde Road90m²
6R16,500 pm330m² Workshop To Let in Wellington North330m²
13R8,000 pm40m² Office To Let in Weltevreden Park40m²
12R20,000 pm120m² Building To Let in Fisherhaven67 Medway120m²
New29From R16,425.50 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Santareme4 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings
21From R14,070 Per Night5 Bedroom Self-Catering House in St Francis Bay Village5 Beds2 Baths
25From R5,860 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Bayview4 Beds3 Baths4 Parkings
28POA4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in The Heads26 Glen View Road4 Beds4 Baths2 ParkingsNo listings found
Recently sold in Porterville
Sold14R895,0003 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Uitsig3 Beds1.5 Baths3 Parkings130m²
Sold7POA3 Bedroom House Sold in Kleinmond Central36 8th Avenue3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Sold28R5,500,0003 Bedroom House Sold in SimolaUnit O Woodlands Terrace, D, E & F Lower Road, Woodlands Drive3 Beds3 Baths4 Parkings230m²
Sold9R1,700,0004 Bedroom House Sold in C Place36 Lantern Street4 Beds2 Baths5 Parkings300m²
Sold35R1,300,0003 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Terenure3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings206m²
Sold22R768,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Guldenland2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking59m²
Sold11R595,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Grand Central2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking75m²
Sold3R3,000,000490m² Vacant Land Sold in Franschhoek
Sold32R2,250,0002 Bedroom House Sold in Lochnerhof2 Beds1.5 Baths2 Parkings106m²Recently let in Porterville
Rented13R6,500 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Parsonsvlei2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings
Rented14R12,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Burgundy Estate2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings53m²
Rented31R20,000 pm4 Bedroom Freestanding Rented in Edgemead4 Beds3 Baths4 Parkings
Rented16R5,800 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Pinetown Central1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented16R14,800 pm3 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Linbro Park26 SS THE REID, 28 Beacon Avenue3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings100m²
Rented28R18,500 pm3 Bedroom Freestanding Rented in Ranzadale3 Beds1.5 Baths2 Parkings
Rented19R8,300 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Lonehill1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking60m²
Rented18R15,650 pm3 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Kabeljauws3 Beds2 Baths1 Parking110m²
Rented17R12,500 pm3 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Honeydew Ridge3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings126m² -
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