Gowrie Village, Nottingham Road

Gowrie Village at a glance

Situated in the Midlands of the KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa, you will find one of the most beautiful residential estates known as Gowrie Village. This serene estate has various property types available including apartments, townhouses and freestanding homes, making it an ideal place to live for anyone of all ages. Gowrie Village also offers its residents several shops, a café, a pharmacy, medical facilities and a play area within the estate.

A brief history of the area

The small village of Nottingham Road in which Gowrie Village lies was originally a military fort set up to protect local farmers from the indigenous San people who used to raid the area for cattle. Livestock theft by local San people led to the 1869 Reprisal launched from Fort Nottingham. The campaign, which established the boundaries in the settlers' favour, was commemorated in some of the final San rock art. 

Distance from key points

Gowrie Village residents looking to reach Pietermaritzburg Airport can do so in approximately 55 minutes (67,8 km) via the N3 and King Shaka International Airport is a one hour and 52-minute drive (163 km) via the N3. Pietermaritzburg Central is 46 minutes away (58,2 km) via the N3 as well and only 4/5 hours to Johannesburg.

Climate

The KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, in which Gowrie 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

Gowrie Village is nearby some amazing schools that you would be happy to enrol your child into. The top schools in the area include Clifton Notties, Treverton, Carlyle College and Michaelhouse.

Treverton, Clifton Notties and Michaelhouse are acclaimed educational institutions with boarding facilities available.

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. 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 Aragon Veterinary Clinic or Almiray Veterinary Practice.

Shopping centres

When it comes to retail therapy, you'll be happy to know that The Junction, Meander Square and Piggly Wiggly are nearby the estate and have loads of options to fill your shopping needs.

Restaurants

Not everyone enjoys cooking every single night and so knowing where the best restaurants are is beneficial. The top ones in the area include Village Café, Bierfassl Restaurant and Pub, VdeV Midlands, Notties Hotel Pub & Restaurant, Skye Bistro Restaurant, Rawdons Boars Head Pub and Restaurant, The Daily Bagel, Friend House, Fork 'n Cleaver, The Windmills Kitchen and Blueberry Café.

Special attractions

Gowrie Village is nearby some amazing attractions that you will want to add to your to-do list. Here are the top places you will want to explore.

Gowrie Golf Course is the perfect golf course to grab a round of golf with friends.

Brush up on your history when visiting the Fort Nottingham Museum.

Enjoy the walking and hiking trails Milestone Forest has to offer.

Make Gowrie Village your home. Let it be your story.

Gowrie Village is a beautiful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life offering scenic views, beautiful surroundings and a relaxed lifestyle. Seeff has a wide range of properties within Gowrie 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.