Most South Africans view residential golf estates as the kind of places wealthy, retired couples go to live out their golden years. However, a growing number of younger families are being drawn to the security and lifestyle that these estates offer.

It was with this in mind that phase ten of the Boschenmeer Estate, an eco-sensitive development in Paarl, was launched.

"After the success of phases one to nine (launched almost 10 years ago), we built phase ten based on the concept of golf estate living, in contrast to other golf estates that cater to resort style attractions," says Ian Rose, developer of Boschenmeer. "We see it as a place where people will come to start their lives and raise their families in safe and secure surroundings."

For those looking to get out of the city and raise their children in a secure, tranquil environment, Boschenmeer’s location offers all the necessary city conveniences without the stress and concerns of city life. The provincial, Italian-style development sits on 139 hectares of land, bordering the Berg River just before the Du Toits Kloof pass near Paarl.

Affordable prestige

The affordability combined with state of the art security provides young home owners with lock-up-and-go convenience along with the prestige of living on a golf estate. Families are able to walk around in the evening secure in the knowledge that they are out of harm's way. Children can ride their bikes and play in the large field right next to the development where a lawn for this purpose will be laid down.

"Paarl’s community has always been strongly family orientated and offers some of the best schools in the country," says Rose. "The estate also lies near the N1, making it a quick 15 minute commute for those who work in Durbanville as well as being opposite the new Paarl Mall."

Boschenmeer, framed by the majestic Drakensberg Mountains and the famous Paarl Rock, was once a caravan resort where people would spend their summer afternoons braaing or relaxing by the river. The development has maintained this retreat feel and the bird sanctuary, lakes, rivers and mountains have always been popular to outdoor enthusiasts and hikers alike.

It also lies in the heart of the Cape Winelands, a stone’s throw away from Franschhoek’s French ambiance, Stellenbosch’s bistros and Wellington’s wineries.

Within the secure community, the Paarl Golf club offers residents an onsite restaurant as well as a club house, tennis courts and pool. The estate also caters to tourists who come down for a golfing weekend with a small hotel and self-catering guest lodges.

The semi-detached townhouses are perfect for a young family

Louise Maranz, principal of Vered Estates Cape Town, says that the development still has 21 units available for sale. "These semi-detached townhouses are perfect for a young family, featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms, guest loo, lounge, dining room, patio, garage and parking bay. The security of the complex is ensured by state-of-the-art fibre-optic sensory equipment as well as electric fences and 2.5 metre perimeter walls. Bathroom and kitchen fittings are Hans Grohe, with Gemini appliances. The kitchen features Black Rustenberg granite tops and is fitted with an oven, hob on top as well as being plumbed for a dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge.

"Boschenmeer is a residential development foremost with a 27-hole golf course as a bonus. To buy into Boschenmeer is to buy into a lifestyle that rewards residents with a quality home in a safe neighborhood. "

Prices of units in phase ten vary from R1.488-million to R1.53-million.