Estate Living Magazine Connection - Issue 43 July 2019 | Page 12

P R O P E R T Y
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I N V E S T M E N T
Estate d’Afrique
XANADU NATURE ESTATE
The Islands
THE ISLANDS
The Islands has optimised its watery location, with a six-kilometre
system of canals making for the ultimate ‘nautical’ lifestyle. In
essence, the 102-hectare estate functions as a large marina, where
boats may cruise past the waterfront homes, creating a year-round
holiday ambience. Positioned as ‘the riviera of Hartbeespoort’,
The Islands consists of 325 full-title stands, and also offers
accommodation on three separate developments: I’bali Village and
Marine Island targeting those in search of a lock-up-and-go lifestyle,
and Baybridge Canal, which presents 165 full-title clusters.
BIRDWOOD ESTATE
As its name suggests, Birdwood is a haven for birdlife – and, by
extension, for nature lovers. As a no-wake zone, the estate boasts
the distinction of being the only designated breeding ground at
the dam for fish and birds – watch out for nesting pelicans. One of
the smaller estates in the area, properties include 36 cluster units
located in the Birds Paradise village, and a further eight units in the
Birds Nest village.
Birdwood Estate
Xanadu Nature Estate
Since living in a game reserve isn’t an option for most of us, Xanadu
Nature Estate is the next best thing. The 240-hectare estate has a
marked focus on conservation: not only does it provide a habitat
for a number of species, it also houses several bird hides where
these animals (and the many birds attracted to Xanadu’s wetland)
can be observed and enjoyed, and hosts a number of eco-activities
throughout the year. Another key feature is the Xanadu Lifestyle
Village, which caters for home owners aged 50-plus.
LANDSMEER EQUESTRIAN ESTATE
This prestigious estate is found in the Hartbeespoort suburb
of Meerhof, also home to one of the area’s key landmarks: the
Jasmyn Windmill Restaurant. This eclectic centre offers authentic
Dutch cuisine, a quaint coffee shop and farm-fresh goodies, and
is considered a must-visit for those who fancy a relaxed day with a
difference. The estate itself presents a similarly languid pace of life,
especially for the horsey set, with bridle paths, a dressage arena,
stables and paddocks. Landsmeer Equestrian Estate is known for its
exclusivity, with 126 stands ranging in size from 772 square metres
to 1,319 square metres.
Lisa Witepski