St Francis Bay Village, St Francis Bay

St Francis Bay Village at a glance

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 fashion. 

A commercial harbour and Port were built in 1995 and are an important source of industry for long-line fishing, calamari and more. 

Distance from key points (Airport/CBD) 

St Francis Bay is approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes (116,2 km) away from the Port Elizabeth International Airport via the N2. 

Climate 

The weather in St Francis Bay is known for its sub-tropical allure. The summer months are warm and balmy when you will experience the least amount of rainfall. Winter sees the region become cold with minimum temperatures between 9 ° C-11 ° C. 

Schools in the area 

While the area is known for its holiday vibe, the locals of St Francis have many schools to choose from with solid educational curriculums for their children. There is Sea Vista Primary School, St Francis College, Humansdorp Secondary School, Global Leadership Eco Campus and more. 

Healthcare in the area

You can visit the Saint Francis Bay Clinic, Life Isivivana Private Hospital, Dentist Health St Francis Bay or the St Francis Pharmacy for all your medical needs. There are also general practitioners in the area that you can make use of with or without appointments.  

Shopping centres 

St Francis Bay has a list of convenience stores and grocery centres for everyday use. Village Square is a shopping centre in St Francis Bay where you can pick up the essentials you need and also shop for fashion, electronics, cosmetics, homeware and more. 

Since St Francis Bay is a holiday destination, there are many stores dedicated to water sports, outdoor athletics and adventure. The Store is a lifestyle shopping experience that sells beachwear, streetwear and everything in between. If you're looking for the coolest retailer in town, The Store is definitely it. 

Restaurants 

The Quays Restaurant is undoubtedly St Francis Bay's premier eatery. Located on the canals, you can enjoy watching paddling while dining on casual, simple fare done right. The restaurant is both kid and pet-friendly, making it the ideal place to enjoy a sundowner on the water with all your loved ones. 

Expect to eat everything from oysters to pizza and mussels to beef burgers. 

Special attractions 

The St Francis Bay Paddling Club is a sports club that offers long river paddles and ocean paddles in Jeffrey's and Oyster Bay. Becoming a member allows you access to the club's facilities and special events. You can participate in numerous challenges each year and enjoy being part of a like-minded crew of individuals that enjoy paddling as much as you do.

Make St. Francis Bay your home. Let it be your story. 

St Francis Bay is a mecca for young and old seeking to live, work and holiday in a safe town with much to offer. Seeff's trusted property practitioners have a number of listings for you to choose from. Contact us today.