Amanda Glen, Durbanville

Durbanville is a thriving area in the northern suburbs of Cape Town. It is the most coveted by young families wanting a modern lifestyle. This picturesque suburb has excellent schools and a semi-rural social atmosphere.

Durbanville is located on the north-eastern outskirts of Cape Town. Surrounded by vineyards and wheat-producing farms. Lending to its beauty and country charm.

Amanda Glen is situated in Durbanville, on the northern border of Bellville. It has a largely Afrikaans-speaking community, and this upmarket area has many freestanding family homes with large grounds. There are also townhouses, apartments, and clusters for buyers looking for smaller properties.

Climate in Durbanville

The weather in Durbanville is described as Mediterranean. Summers are hot and dry, and winters are mild. Rainfall is in the winter. The coldest month is June, when temperatures can drop as low as 6°C but also rise to 18°C. Summer temperatures are as high as 39 °C, but the average temperature is 28°C.

Distance from Amanda Glen, Durbanville, to locations:

• Durbanville: 7 minutes (4 km) via Fairtrees Road and M124.
• Century City: 19 minutes (20.9 km) via the N1.
• Cape Town International Airport: 23 minutes (28,5 km) via Kuilsrivier Road and R300.
• Cape Town City Centre: 25 minutes (28.6 km) via the N1.
• V&A Waterfront: 33 minutes (28.2 km) via the N1.
• Big Bay Beach, Bloubergstrand: 34 minutes (30.5 km) via the N1.

Schools near Amanda Glen in Durbanville

• Durbanville Prep, Primary and High School
• Fairmont High School
• Eversdal Primary School
• Stellenberg High School
• DF Malan High School
• Bell Park Primary School
• Gene Louw Primary School
• Journey Montessori Preschool
• Curro-Durbanville Primary School
• Curro Durbanville High School
• STADIO Private Higher Education
• EDUVOS Private Higher Education

Medical and health facilities in Somerset West

• Mediclinic Durbanville
• Durbanville Private Hospital
• The Newhaven Durbanville
• Mediclinic Louis Leipold
• Durbanville Day Hospital
• M-Kem 24 hour Pharmacy

Shopping in Durbanville and surrounding areas

• Tygervalley Shopping Centre
• Ipic Shopping Centre, Sonstraal
• OK Urban
• The Village Square
• De Ville Centre
• Cobblewalk Shopping Centre
• Pinehurst Mall

Restaurants in Amanda Glen and Durbanville

A few local restaurants to choose from include Evert Opstal Restaurant, with its Cape Dutch history and contemporary focus; this restaurant dates back to 1680. Other options include Asami's Durbanville, Tigers Milk, and The Olive Bistro & Pizzeria, and Ghodla's Indian Cuisine.

The surrounding area has wine estates with wine tastings and tours. There are also some top restaurants with wine bars, stunning views, and enticing menus.

Special Attractions Near Amanda Glen, Durbanville

With the beautiful beaches of Bloubergstrand not too far away and the vista that is Table Mountain beckoning in the distance, not to mention the plethora of wine farms surrounding the area, residents and visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to activities and special attractions in Durbanville.

Some local activities include the Durbanville Rose Garden, with its 1000 rose bushes from 60 different varieties. There is also a kid's area, making it a perfect family outing. The Majik Forest is a nature reserve offering mountain biking routes, hiking, and bird watching. There is also the Durbanville Nature Reserve, which is home to zebras, wildebeests, and ostriches.

Residents and visitors to the area can also enjoy 'The Jewel of the North', Durbanville Golf Club. This Ken Elkin Course is known for its open spaces, immaculate condition, and stunning fairways. The club has a pro shop, a driving range, and the Pure Motion Golf Academy.

The Durbanville Wine Valley has many wine farms offering fabulous eateries and wine tours and tastings. Some options include Altydgedacht, Meerendal, Diemersdal, Ntida, S'Aria, Bloemendal, and Groot Phisantkraal to name a few.

There is also the Durbanville Race Course, which is situated in nearby Aurora, and the Durbanville Bowling Club, Durbanville Rugby Club, and Durbanville Soccer Clubs in the vicinity.

Amanda Glen is a highly sought-after area with a large portfolio of properties offering attractive solutions to young families, discerning buyers, and investors.

Visit the Area Profile for Amanda Glen and contact Seeff Durbanville to begin your property journey. One of our esteemed agents is looking forward to assisting you.