Waterkloof Ridge Area

Waterkloof Ridge at a glance

Waterkloof Ridge has a portfolio of beautiful, family homes ranging from three to seven bedrooms, some of these properties have views that are unrivalled in the Gauteng Province. There is also vacant land available in the area. The area is within the 10km radius to top schools and university campuses, making it a highly sought-after destination for affluent families and investors. This suburb forms part of the Old EAST OF Pretoria and has become very popular amongst families because of its proximity to some of the top schools in Pretoria East.

Many new developments can be found in this area as well as many upmarket Estates such as Waterkloof Golf Estate, Waterkloof 101 and Waterkloof Boulevard. Many embassies call Waterkloof Ridge home which makes it a very popular and secure area.

Pretoria East is situated in the Jacaranda City of Pretoria. Known for its purple blossoms, it is a well-established area in greater Pretoria. Waterkloof Ridge is a popular suburb in Pretoria East. With its proximity to Menlyn Shopping Centre, and easy access to the major highways. The Ridge offers refuge to some beautiful homes with incredible views of the Union Buildings and the valley with Pretoria central below. Making this a highly sought-after suburb.

Special Attractions close to Waterkloof Ridge

Waterkloof Ridge is situated in close proximity to Pretoria Country Club, one of the most prestigious golf courses in Pretoria, and it's very popular restaurant Blu Saffron. It's a stone throw away from the Hazelwood and The Club node which features many popular restaurants and eateries such as Smoke, Alfie's, and Aroma, just to name a few.

Waterkloof dog park is very popular amongst the residents of the area and offers great relaxation time for you and your furry friend.

If you are looking to visit Pretoria, you are sure to find the best Guest houses in the Waterkloof Ridge area.

It is 6 minutes (2,8 km) from Waterkloof Ridge to the Waterkloof Golf Estate. It is a popular course, which is 87th in the Top 100 list of golf courses. It overlooks the Groenkloof nature reserve.

Climate in Pretoria East

The subtropical climate brings with it hot and rainy summers and dry cold winters. There are also thunderstorms in the summer and the temperature averages 24 °C. In winter it drops to a low of 12.8 °C.

Distance to Locations

• 24 minutes (21.4 km) via M10 to Centurion.
• 26 minutes (30.5 km) via the Ben Schoeman Freeway / Danie Joubert Freeway / N1 to Midrand.
• 27 minutes (42.9 km) to Oliver Tambo International Airport via the R21.
• 38 minutes via Ben Schoeman Freeway/ Main Rd / N1 to Sandton City.
• 47 minutes (59.4 km) via Ben Schoeman / N1 & M1 to Johannesburg Central.

Schools in Waterkloof Ridge

• Pretoria Prep School
• Penguin Pre-School
• Hoërskool Waterkloof
• Noemsie Kleuterskool
• Laerskool Monument Park
• Courtney House International
• Waterkloof Primary School
• Waterkloof Pre-Primary school
• SA College Private School
• Waterkloof House Prep School
• The Education Station Preschool
• Hedgerows Pre-School.
• Pretoria Boys High School
• Pretoria Girls High School
• TUKS, University of Pretoria
• The School of Project Management
• Creative Image Waterkloof.
• UNISA University of South Africa

Medical and Health Facilities

Medical and Health facilities in the Waterkloof Ridge area are all within proximity. Residents have access to Waterkloof Ridge Medical & Wellness Centre, Cintocare, Life Brooklyn Day Hospital, Tshwane District Hospital, Life Groenkloof Hospital.

Shopping in Waterkloof Ridge

Residents have access to a wide choice of shopping malls in the Pretoria East area. Waterkloof Heights, Brooklyn Mall, Waterkloof Corner, Waterglen, Waterkloof Lifestyle Centre, Castle Gate Shopping Centre, Waterkloof Rand, and Menlyn Mall. Hazelwood node and The Club centre.

Restaurants in Waterkloof Ridge

Restaurants in the area include: De Kloof Restaurant in the nearby Waterkloof Golf Estate, Blu Saffron, Prosopa, Dros Wild Ridge, Happy Dragon Chinese & Sushi Restaurant, Coyote Creek Spur, Doppio Zero, Brasserie de Paris, Fire Room Castle Gate. Meet on Milner is a popular restaurant in Waterkloof with light meals and live music.