Somerset West
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The beautiful Somerset West area is located within the Western Cape province of South Africa. Somerset West is only a 40-minute drive from Cape Town and is in the heart of the Winelands. The area has become highly popular among global investors and vacationers alike, primarily because of its serene rural lifestyle, secure swimming beaches, and abundant opportunities for various sports and recreational activities. Somerset West has various property types on offer including houses, golf estates, wine estates, country estates, coastal property and holiday accommodation.
A brief history of the area
Somerset West owes its name to Lord Charles Henry Somerset, an English noble and military officer hailing from Badminton, Great Britain. Serving as the British governor of the Cape from 1814 to 1826, he gained prominence for his efforts in encouraging British settlers to establish their new lives in South Africa.
Distance from key points
Somerset West residents looking to reach Cape Town International Airport can do so in 23 minutes (31,5 km) via the N2 and Cape Town Central is a 35-minute drive (45,2 km) via the N2 as well.
Climate
The climate in Somerset West is mild, and generally warm and temperate. The average annual temperature in the area is 16.4 °C and experiences roughly 787 mm of precipitation each year. February is the hottest month of the year with an average temperature of 21.3 °C while July is the coldest with temperatures only reaching 11.7 °C.
Schools in the area
Somerset West is a family-orientated suburb with a diverse range of excellent schools available for you to enrol your kids into. These schools include Somerset West Primary School, Helderberg Primary School, De Hoop Laerskool, Beaumont Primary School, Somerset House Preparatory School, Somerset West Private School, Helderberg High School, Parel Vallei High School, Helderberg International School, Gloria Botha School, Somerset College, Newberry House Montessori School and Generation School Somerset West.
Healthcare in the area
Somerset West is home to Helderberg Hospital and Busamed Paardevlei Private Hospital which are two fantastic hospitals that will ensure excellent care for you and your loved ones.
Should you require a veterinarian for your furry loved ones, you'll be happy to hear that Vetworld, Helderberg Animal Hospital, Country Animal Clinic and Animal Matters Veterinary Hospital are all within a five-minute drive.
Shopping centres
Somerset West has a few shopping malls that are sure to have everything you are looking for whether it's clothing, home decor, groceries, jewellery or even just a bite to eat. Notable malls in the area include Somerset Mall, Waterstone Village, The Sanctuary Shopping Centre, Somerset Square Shopping Centre and Helderberg Centre.
Restaurants
There are a few restaurants in the area just waiting to tantalise your tastebuds with exceptional food. The eateries you won't want to miss checking out are Henri's Restaurant and Wine Bar, Bossa, The Hussar Grill, De Kelder Restaurant, Oceans 8 Seafood & Sushi, Col'Cacchio, Steffanie's Place, Moksh Indian Restaurant, Mozambik and Blue Waters Seafood & Sushi Restaurant.
Special attractions
There are many attractions to explore in Somerset West. Here are the top places you should add to your to-do list.
Explore wild animals and fun activities before having your picture taken with a cheetah at Cheetah Outreach.
Enjoy a picnic and go for a walk in natural beauty when visiting the Helderberg Nature Reserve.
Spend the day at Vergelegen Wine Estate meandering through unique gardens before enjoying some fine wine and great food.
Make Somerset West your home. Let it be your story.
Somerset West is a beautiful coastal town with loads of amenities and attractions to explore. Excellent schools and easy access to some great hospitals make this area an ideal place to live. Seeff has a wide range of properties within Somerset West for you to choose from whether you're looking to purchase a property or rent a home, so contact one of our property practitioners today.
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Properties in Somerset West
New27R5,900,0005 Bedroom House For Sale in Myburgh Park6 Sandpiper Close5 Beds4 Baths2 Parkings334m²
New29R1,350,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Mount Vernon3 Beds3 Baths6 Parkings241m²
New62R7,500,00010 Bedroom House For Sale in Faerie Glen10 Beds4 Baths6.5 Parkings478m²
New17R655,0004 Bedroom House For Sale in Mashishing4 Beds1 Bath
New29R29,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Oude Westhof3 Beds2.5 Baths3 Parkings
New23R16,500 pm1 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Newlands1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
New16R15,000 pm3 Bedroom Freestanding To Let in Klein Berlyn20 Boekenhout Avenue3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New12R12,500 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Lydenburg Rural4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New33R4,800,000485m² Office For Sale in Polokwane CentralCoveredOpen485m²
New32R540,0006,035m² Warehouse For Sale in RooihuiskraalCovered6,035m²
New53POA594m² Bar/Pub For Sale in The Village594m²
New23R10,620,000774m² Investment For Sale in Worcester Central774m²
New8R3,450 pm24m² Office To Let in Wellington Central1 Rose Street Unit 524m²
New11R9,995 pm120m² Office To Let in Vredenburg120m²
New11R5,500 pm52m² Office To Let in George CentralCovered52m²
New12R7,500 pm70m² Office To Let in George CentralCovered70m²
19R1,450,00024.80Ha Farm For Sale in Manzana
32R2,280,0003.40Ha Farm For Sale in White River Rural
6R1,400,000Farm For Sale in Nelspruit Rural
77R12,000,0001,823.20Ha Farm For Sale in Douglas Rural
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
7R9,000 pm70m² Retail To Let in Eduan Park70m²
8R12,600 pm154m² Retail To Let in Melville154m²
8R7,000 pm49.09m² Business Centre To Let in Scottburgh Central49.09m²
15R12,130 pm70m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central43 Caledon street70m²
New10R1,100,00094m² Workshop For Sale in Mossdustria6 SS JDM CENTRE, 29 Voorloper Crescent94m²
9R2,070,0002,386m² Vacant Land For Sale in Vredenburg238m²
40POA5,027m² Warehouse For Sale in Kwambonambi5,027m²
10R2,450,000600m² Building For Sale in Grabouw3 Pine StreetCoveredOpen600m²
New11R18,000 pm240m² Warehouse To Let in George Industrial240m²
New15R502,182 pm5,429m² Warehouse To Let in Blackheath Industrial5,429m²
New16R10,000 pm100m² Workshop To Let in N2 Industrial Park100m²
31R21,500 pm168m² Workshop To Let in George IndustrialOpen168m²
New11R4,000,0003,002m² Vacant Land For Sale in Fountains Estate Business Park
8R22,995,0001,753m² Retail For Sale in Wellington Central1,753m²
14R1,200,000105m² Workshop For Sale in Voorbaai38 SS VOORBAAI COMMERCIAL PARK, 38 COMMERCIAL PARK105m²
21R2,995,000250m² Office For Sale in West Bank250m²
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
New34From R1,950 Per Night2 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus43 Mc Farlane Street2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New48From R2,250 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Westcliff74 Westcliff Road3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
New39From R2,250 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus43 Mc Farlane Street4 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings
34POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Leisure Isle1 Park Road3 Beds2 Baths3 ParkingsNo listings found
Recently sold in Somerset West
Sold21R450,0003 Bedroom Duplex Sold in Wilgehof3 Beds1.5 Baths3 Parkings118m²
Sold18R1,150,0002 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in The Wilds2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings120m²
Sold41R4,750,0003 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Strand South3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings178m²
Sold6R7,900,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Boardwalk Meander4 Beds4.5 Baths4 Parkings820m²
Sold17R2,295,0001 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Strand North1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking70m²
Sold44R4,250,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Lynnwood Park4 Beds2 Baths7 Parkings400m²
Sold21R1,250,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Kibler Park3 Beds1 Bath1 Parking190m²
Sold11R699,0001,762m² Vacant Land Sold in Leonard
Sold34R1,100,0002 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in Die Wilgers2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking58m²Recently let in Somerset West
NewRented21R25,000 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Garlington3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
Rented31R9,500 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Elandspark3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings109m²
Rented14R6,500 pm2 Bedroom Flat Rented in Umhlatuzana2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings70m²
Rented10R10,500 pm0.5 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Pinelands0.5 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented12R10,450 pm3 Bedroom Freehold Rented in Geelhoutpark3 Beds2.5 Baths2 Parkings
Rented16R5,900 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Linbro Park115 SS 125 ON HILTON, 125 Hilton Road1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking37m²
Rented57R28,500 pm5 Bedroom House Rented in Dana Bay5 Beds3 Baths4 Parkings
Rented24R5,500 pm1 Bedroom Garden Cottage Rented in Merrivale Heights1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented20R6,000 pm0.5 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Paulshof0.5 Bed1 Bath1 Parking43m² -
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