Estate Living Magazine The Slow Movement - Issue 39 March 2019 | Page 22

P R O P E R T Y
&
I N V E S T M E N T
LIVE
LARGE
IN A SMALL TOWN
Forty years ago, old-age
pensioners were perceived as
stooped, white-haired and often
quite grumpy old people killing
time until they died, but times
have changed, and the modern
retiree has plenty of options.
Groenkloof Great Brak Retirement Villages
They (whoever they are) say that 60 is the new 35, so retirement is
a time to embrace change, and do all the things you missed out on
when you were busy raising a family, and working round the clock.
This could be freaking out the kids, because Gran’s on another
Tinder date while Gramps is off the grid backpacking in Bali, or it
could be a simple change of scenery and a move out of the city and
into the countryside.
Why put up with the city stress of noise, traffic and security concerns
when you could be enjoying the small-town freedom of endless
space, peace of mind and room to breathe, and where younger
family members will eagerly spend holidays?
Groenkloof Great Brak Retirement Villages
Location: Situated on the Garden Route, Great Brak is a tranquil
village that meanders along the banks of the Groot Brak River and
Lagoon, and ends at an idyllic beach that extends uninterrupted
for over 20 kilometres. The majestic Outeniqua mountain range
creates the perfect backdrop for this attractive, laid-back little
town. It is easily accessed right off the N2 highway and offers the
best of the quiet country life, being just 25 kilometres from Mossel
Bay or George, both of which have all the shops, amenities and
convenience of city life. George Airport is a 15-minute drive away,
and has daily scheduled flights to and from the major cities. Mossel
Bay boasts the second most moderate climate in world, with an
average of 320 sunny days a year.
Homes: 116 houses, a 50-bed care unit, 49 assisted living units, a
frail care centre with 22 beds, and a sub-acute unit with 28 beds. The
high-quality facebrick, roof tiles and aluminium building materials
ensure low maintenance costs and levies.
Facilities: A community centre and a restaurant.
Walking distance from town centre.
Security: Great Brak is considered a safe area, and the estate is fully
fenced with controlled access.
Medical: Medical care is available 24 hours a day and there is a fully
equipped emergency room on site.
Starting price: R2 million.
Groenkloof also has three linked retirement villages in George, and
the Reebok Village is linked to Groot Brak Retirement Village.
Levies: R705 per month.
groenkloof.net