Area Profiles

The Port has a rich history - From selling chokka to fishermen for bait to the exporting of South African Squid to European food markets, which became an incredibly profitable industry. The Port St Francis Harbour was completed in 1997, accommodating bigger and better boats could be used which has established the Chocca industry as an important contributor to the community. The NSRI, a very necessary function has been given a boathouse in the HarbourAt the Port Residential Village, Units can be bought overlooking the Garden, or the Ocean or the Harbour.  At the Port you can visit some of our popular Restaurants where you will be offered some of the best quality meals!

Located on the coast of St Francis Bay, Santareme is a unique community that has been inhabited for over 400 years. The area is reminiscent of the Mediterranean, with its terracotta-coloured tile rooftops and pastel-coloured walls standing against the blue of the canals and the green of St Francis Links golf course. Because of Santareme's accessible locations, both residents and visitors can easily enjoy a wide range of exhilarating and relaxing outdoor activities. A brief history of the area Santareme is named after Santarém, Portugal, the home town of Manuel de Perestrelo. This intrepid Portuguese explorer was one of the first visitors to St Francis Bay in...

Nestled in the Sarah Baartman district of the Eastern Cape lies St Francis Bay. This holiday town is appealing for its variety of activities and homes with scenic views. With plenty to offer, it's no wonder so many people are choosing to invest in property in St Francis Bay.  A brief history of the area The name of this town originated from the Patron Saint of Sailors. A Portuguese sailor sighted this stretch of coastline in 1575. The town became a fishing village and the development of St Francis Bay began with the addition of a Marina. Mediterranean-style architecture was introduced and many new developments began springing up in a similar...

Jack Nicklays designed - counted under one of the 100 best Golf courses in the world and currently rated no 5 in South Africa. The natural dunes, fynbos and wildlife will add to a wonderful links-golf experience next time you visit St Francis Bay.   It is only an hours' drive from Port Elizabeth.  The Links Estate is known for their secure living.  They have 24 hour boomed gated entrances, patrols, electric fencing and more.  Enjoy what is to offer at the main Club house after golf, or if you own a property here, you may use the facilities in the Leisure Centre, which includes a heated Pool and a Gym.

Henties Bay, or Hentiesbaai, is well-loved for its rustic, peaceful ambience, temperate weather and seemingly endless unspoilt beaches. It forms part of the Skeleton coast, which was named in honour of the countless skeletons of ships and whales that have been spotted here over the years. Hentie's Bay is found on the edge of dunes and lichen plains, and it is much loved by nature lovers, photographers, tourists and locals for its breathtaking scenery. A popular destination for angling, Henties Bay is an ideal spot from which to explore everything that the Namib desert has to offer. A brief history of the area The Henties Bay story begins in 1488, when Bartolomeu...

Between the ocean and the sands of the endless desert, you will find the quaint, eclectic little town of Swakopmund. It is a peaceful place where locals are friendly and, according to some, the best German food in Africa is served. The German origins of this town are plain to see, with European-style architecture being a characteristic feature. Climate Being located in the desert, Swakopmund receives very little rain, and the daily average for every month of the year is zero days of rain. The coldest months of year are August to October, when maximum temperatures reach just 18°C, with minimums of between 9°C and 11°C. There is very little variation in Swakopmund's...

Affectionately pronounced "Wallfish" Bay by locals, Walvis Bay is home to an abundance of iconic birds such as pelicans and flamingos, as well as being within a stone's throw of sand dunes that will take your breath away. It is a town characterised by open spaces, breathtaking beauty and plant and animal life that you won't find anywhere else in the world. It is also an important logistics hub, with the port of Walvis Bay enabling imports and exports of various commodities.   A brief history of the area Walvis Bay was occupied by the British in 1884, and as part of the Cape Colony, Walvis Bay became part of the Union of South Africa when the South Africa Act was...

Only 185km south of Bloemfontein on the northern banks of the Orange River lays Bethulie centrally located within South Africa in the Free State province. It is also located on the Lake Gariep (! Xhariep) Tourism Route only 55km from Gariep Dam, the largest dam in South Africa. The town has a historical feeling and reminds you of day's gone buy. For many years the main role of Bethulie was to serve the needs of the farming community around Bethulie. But today Bethulie attracts tourist with something unique to offer. It is a friendly and safe stopover for many tourists but also a destination on its own. Attractions like the history of the town and the scenic beauty of the...

Arboretum is an area in the heart of Bloemfontein with the famous Oranje Girl's School. It is right next to Naval Hill. There are alot of blocks of flats around Arboretum. There is also a beautiful Church made of rocks. It is called the " Klip Kerk ". The area is situated very central and close to shopping centres and the Ramblers Club.

Bloemfontein was surveyed and pegged out by Bain who lived on Bainʼs Vley from 1849 to 1870. He was a member of Wardenʼs Executive Council, supplied wood to the town and was described as "very sociable and pleasant, a man of intelligence". Bain was also instrumental in finding the first bank in Bloemfontein. Bainsvlei is a Small Holding Area outside of Langenhovenpark. There is also a Game Lodge with African style houses to enjoy the tranquility of nNature