St. Johns Village Area

St Johns Village at a glance

St. Johns Village is a stunning residential estate located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. The lifestyle & retirement country estate offers a sanctuary for both young and old, providing various property types to suit your needs. The lush greenery, rolling hills and convenient location make this estate an ideal place to live for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

A brief history of the area

St. Johns Village is situated in Howick which was established as a town in 1850, when a proclamation appeared in the Natal Government Gazette, offering 36 village allotments on the Umgeni Waterfall Drift for sale. Government officials decided to name Howick in honour of Earl Grey, who was their Secretary of State for the Colonies in London and had recently acquired the title, Lord Howick.

Distance from key points

St. Johns Village residents looking to reach Pietermaritzburg Airport can do so in approximately 36 minutes (36,3 km) via the N3 and King Shaka International Airport is a one hour and 36-minute drive (131,4 km) via the N3. Pietermaritzburg Central is 30 minutes away (26,7 km) via the N3 as well.

Climate

The KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, in which St. Johns Village is located, can be hot and wet in summer, with average temperatures reaching up to 30 °C, while winters are cool and dry, sometimes with snow and frost, with average temperatures of 6 °C.

Schools in the area

The area in which St. Johns Village is located has some excellent schools for you to look into. Some of the top ones that you should consider are Howick Pre-Primary School, Heritage House Preschool, God's Little Lambs Pre-School, Little Kids Academy, Mount Carmel Christian School, Howick West Primary School, Oasis Preparatory School, Howick Preparatory School, Howick High School and Hilton Montessori.

Healthcare in the area

When you're in need of emergency medical assistance, you will be able to get the help you require at Lenmed Howick Private Hospital which is only a seven-minute drive via Main Road. Life Hilton Private Hospital is also a nearby option for you and your loved ones.

Your beloved pets will be in good hands when taking them to Midlands Veterinary Hospital or Howick Veterinary Clinic.

Shopping centres

Whether you are looking for groceries, clothing, electronics, home decor or accessories, you'll find what you're looking for at the estate's very own St John's Lifestyle Centre, The Falls Centre, Tweedie Junction, Valley View Shopping Centre or Midmarina Shopping Centre.

Restaurants

St. Johns Village is nearby some awesome restaurants that are ready to tantalise your tastebuds. Some of the top restaurants you should add to your list of places to visit include Misty Falls Spur Steak Ranch, Woodstone Restaurant & Wine Bar, The Treatery at Yard41, Village at Yard 41, Friend House Sushi & Chinese Takeaway, Yellowwood Cafe & Restaurant, 68 Main, The Black Olive, The Spot Bistro and Falls Lounge.

Special attractions

The area that St. Johns Village calls home has some wonderful attractions for its residents to enjoy. Here are some of the places you may want to explore.

The Old Mushroom Farm is a must-see that offers local stores, delicious food and lovely surroundings.

Howick Falls is a breathtaking sight with walking/hiking trails the whole family will enjoy.

You could brush up on your history and visit the Nelson Mandela Capture Site which is only a 15-minute drive.

Make St. Johns Village your home. Let it be your story.

With beautiful surroundings, various property types and an array of amenities, St. Johns Village is the ultimate estate you will want to look into. Whether you are looking to start a family, already growing a family or are looking to retire, St. Johns Village is a winner. Seeff has a wide range of properties within St. Johns Village 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.