Riversdale

Riversdale is a quaint town on the N2 nestled between the Langeberg Mountains and the Vette River, with Sleeping Beauty Mountain looming above the settlement. The town is brimming with cultural history and boasts plenty of beautiful natural sights. Riversdale is ideally situated, with lots to offer anyone looking to settle down or invest in agricultural land. Riversdale is known as the "Floral Paradise of the Garden Route" because of the lush fynbos plants that grow here and a big reason residents make the area their home.
 
A brief history of the area
 
Riversdale was first established as a church on the estate Doornkraal, and it was later named after Harry Rivers, who was serving as the Civil Commissioner of Swellendam at the time. On August 30, 1838, it was formally acknowledged as a town by the government.
 
Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)
 
Located near Stilbaai and Witsand, Riversdale is an ideal base for day trips to these neighbouring beach towns. The R305 will take you 41 minutes (50,8 km) from Riversdale to Stilbaai. Witsand can be reached in 57 minutes (77,1 km) via the N2 and the R322.
 
Climate
 
Temperatures in Riversdale are often described as warm, with a light breeze. January is the warmest month in Riversdale, with highs of 30 °C and lows of 17 °C on average. The coldest month is July, with highs of 19 °C and lows of 7 °C.
 
Schools in the area
 
If you want to enrol your children in an excellent school in Riversdale, from primary through high school, you will find several good options nearby. Primary school options include Molenrivier Primêre Skool, Laerskool Volschenk and Panorama Primary School.
 
High schools in the vicinity include Hoërskool Langenhoven, Hoër Landbouskool Oakdale, and Gerrit du Plessis Sekondêre Skool.
Healthcare in the area
 
Those in need of medical care in the neighbourhood can rest easy knowing that both Riversdale Hospital and Riversdale Clinic are conveniently located nearby. There are experienced general practitioners, dentists, and pathologists in the area. You can also go to Medi-dal Apteek for your prescriptions or checkouts.
 
Shopping centres
 
You can find several great supermarkets and food stores in and near Riversdale. Pick n Pay Family Riversdale and SUPERSPAR Riversdale are two supermarkets that serve the area.
 
Restaurants
 
If you're looking for a quick bite, there are some great restaurants in the Riversdale area. Among the restaurants are Nibbling Squirrel, Old Jail Coffee House, Dickson Bistro Riversdale and Signor Vino Italian Restaurant.
 
Special attractions
 
Riversdale is well located making it a great place to live and visit the many beautiful landmarks, interesting historical sites, and charming neighbourhoods that can be found nearby. Some of the local attractions include:
 
1. Riversdale Golf Club: Located on the banks of the Vette River, Riversdale Golf Club features both a nine-hole and an 18-tee layout for players to choose from. Plus, elegant bent-grass greens and lush fairways are its forte and it is considered by many to be the Southern Cape's most beautiful golf course.
 
2. Dibiki Riversdal: The resort offers fantastic amenities, as well as beautiful views of the well-known Sleeping Beauty high peak in the Langeberg Mountain. You can camp on grassy sites in Dibiki Riversdal, which are among the best areas to stay.
 
3. Julius Gordon African Centre: The facility honours both regional and global artists, displaying their varied works. The Julius Gordon African Centre is located in a Riversdale building dating back to 1880 and has the most extensive Thomas Bowler collection in South Africa. Bowler, a British artist, stayed in the Cape of Good Hope and created many exquisite paintings of Cape Town's past.
 
Make Riversdale your home. Let it be your story.
 
Besides its many other attractions, Riversdale's prime location - just a short drive from popular beach destinations like Stillbaai and Witsand - makes it a fantastic home base for day trips to the area's many points of interest. These include breathtaking scenery, historical sites, charming 19th-century residences, and stunning mountain vistas. Riversdale is a great place to call home whether you're a nature lover or want to spend more time in the great outdoors. Riversdale's property can be yours, and the listings on Seeff can help you get there. Get in touch with us for more information.