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.Â
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
New28R2,890,0002 Bedroom House For Sale in Suurbraak116 Over the River2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings170m²
New36R6,999,0005 Bedroom Freehold For Sale in Bryanston5 Beds4.5 Baths7 Parkings610m²
New26R1,995,0003 Bedroom Sectional Title For Sale in Wembley3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings240m²
New44R8,995,0003 Bedroom Penthouse For Sale in Strand Central3 Beds4.5 Baths3 Parkings375m²
New14R4,200 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Braamfontein Werf2 Beds1 Bath67m²
New23R24,900 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Sonstraal Heights3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New14R3,900 pm4 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Braamfontein4 Beds1 Bath95m²
New14R13,500 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Hillcrest3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
New27R3,040,800320m² Investment For Sale in Bo-dorp320m²
New37R12,000,00085,400m² Hotel For Sale in Keimoes Rural85,400m²
New10POA627m² Business For Sale in Walvis Bay Central627m²
New34POA1,254m² Business For Sale in Walvis Bay Central1,254m²
New57R160,000 pm1,812m² Building To Let in Worcester Central118 High Street1,812m²
New15R14,200 pm439m² Building To Let in Worcester Central439m²
New6R132,944 pm627m² Business To Let in Walvis Bay Central627m²
New6R11,500 pm100m² Business To Let in Navalsig100m²
New77R12,000,0001,823.20Ha Farm For Sale in Douglas Rural
35R45,000,00011.60Ha Small Holding For Sale in Paarl Rural350m²
1R4,322,00039Ha Farm For Sale in Grootfontein80m²
15R13,700,000480m² Lodge For Sale in Dendron480m²
6R50,000 pmFarm To Let in Vaalbank660m²
11R3,400,000450m² Business Centre For Sale in Haumannshof49 Lourens streetOpen450m²
27R7,750,000176m² Retail For Sale in Umhlanga RidgeOpen176m²
7R1,250,000Business For Sale in Wavecrest
25R16,200,000700m² Restaurant For Sale in Lagoon700m²
4R15,500 pm100m² Retail To Let in Hermanus Central100m²
20R30,000 pm103m² Retail To Let in Umhlanga Ridge103m²
11R96,200 pm520m² Retail To Let in Diep River520m²
15R12,130 pm70m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central43 Caledon street70m²
2R581,0007,142m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central7,142m²
2R580,0007,117m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central7,117m²
2R395,0004,750m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central4,750m²
13R8,115,0002,539m² Warehouse For Sale in Otjiwarongo Central2,539m²
25R22,680 pm216m² Warehouse To Let in Briardene216m²
19R6,000 pm78m² Office To Let in George IndustrialOpen78m²
18R21,500 pm168m² Workshop To Let in George Industrial168m²
25R43,000 pm385m² Warehouse To Let in Riverhorse Valley385m²
4R1,390,00053,365m² Vacant Land For Sale in Lydenburg
19R1,700,000120m² Business For Sale in Lydenburg120m²
17R1,450,000120m² Office For Sale in Randpark Ridge120m²
30R4,500,000207m² Building For Sale in Heidelberg339 kloof207m²
12R20,000 pm120m² Building To Let in Fisherhaven67 Medway120m²
Reduced18R29,000 pm500m² Office To Let in Worcester Central500m²
18R77,000 pm424m² Office To Let in Mbabane CBD424m²
On Show6R15,000 pm1,450m² Small Holding To Let in Nelspruit Rural450m²
New67POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in The Heads3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
36From R10,553 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in St Francis Bay Village3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings
48POA5 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Bantry Bay5 Beds5 Baths5 Parkings
15POA2 Bedroom Self-Catering Flat in Scottburgh Central2 Beds1 Bath1 ParkingNo listings found
Recently sold in Somerset West
NewSold15R799,0002 Bedroom Sectional Title Sold in Vredenburg2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
Sold6R400,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Ncandu Park3 Beds1.5 Baths1 Parking
Sold4R1,600,0005 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Protea Park5 Beds2 Baths6 Parkings
Sold6R690,0001 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Loevenstein1 Bed1 Bath43m²
Sold5R5,600,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Essexwold4 Beds4.5 Baths13 Parkings450m²
Sold10R520,0001 Bedroom Sectional Title Sold in Darling1 Bed1 Bath2 Parkings
Sold24R2,395,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Claremont Upper2 Lichfield, 1 Foyle Road2 Beds1 Bath3 Parkings84m²
Sold43R1,750,0005 Bedroom House Sold in Illovo Glen5 Beds4 Baths3 Parkings
Sold3R2,900,000565m² Vacant Land Sold in Franschhoek15 HEIDE STREETRecently let in Somerset West
NewRented28R14,500 pm3 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Pinelands3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings91m²
NewRented14R10,800 pm2 Bedroom Garden Cottage Rented in Durbanville Central2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings
Rented17R6,000 pm3 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Silverton3 Beds1 Bath1 Parking95m²
Rented31R28,000 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Waterkloof Ridge3 Beds2.5 Baths2 Parkings362m²
Rented19R13,500 pm3 Bedroom Sectional Title Rented in Eden Glen32 SS GLEN GARDENS, 1 Harris Avenue3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings123m²
Rented11R8,300 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Costa Da Gama2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking47m²
Rented26R15,000 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Lynnwood2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Rented10R13,500 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Durbanville Central2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Rented15R8,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in The Wolds2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings -
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