Hout Bay
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Hout Bay, situated in the Western Cape of South Africa is a beautiful seaside village surrounded by majestic mountains and fringed by pure white sand along the extensive bay. The laidback lifestyle of Hout Bay draws families, retirees and investors alike, as it is an ideal place to live. It offers a variety of property types including apartments, townhouses and freestanding homes as well as some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.
A brief history of the area
The fishing village of Hout Bay likely originated around 1867, with the arrival of Jacob Trautmann, a German immigrant who started farming and fishing in the region. The name of the village traces its roots to 1653 when early Dutch settlers discovered an abundance of exceptional timber flourishing in the surrounding ravines.
Distance from key points
Hout Bay residents looking to reach Cape Town International Airport can do so in 32 minutes (31,3 km) via Settlers Way and Cape Town Central is a 28-minute drive (18,9 km) via Victoria Avenue.
Climate
Hout Bay's climate is classified as warm and temperate. There is more rainfall in the winter than in the summer in Hout Bay. The temperature in Hout Bay averages 16.4 °C and receives roughly 498 mm of rainfall each year.
Schools in the area
Families in Hout Bay are fortunate to live in an area that provides some excellent schools to choose from. The top schools worth noting include Wild Olive ECD Learning Centre, Hangberg Pre-Primary School, Hout Bay Primary School, Disa Primary School, Kronendal Primary School, Hout Bay High School, The Bay Academy, Hout Bay International School and Ambleside School of Hout Bay.
Healthcare in the area
Fortunately Hout Bay is a 20-minute drive from three exceptional hospitals, Life Kingsbury Hospital, Groote Schuur Hospital and Melomed Tokai Private Hospital. Should a medical emergency arise, you'll be in good hands at any of these three options.
If it's your beloved pets who are in need of medical attention, you could take them to Hout Bay Veterinary Hospital or Penzance Veterinary Clinic.
Shopping centres
Whether you're in need of some groceries or looking for various products such as home decor, clothing or electronics, you'll be able to find everything you need at Victoria Mall and Mainstream Mall.
Restaurants
Hout Bay is home to some amazing restaurants that are just waiting to tantalise your tastebuds such as Dunes Beach Restaurant & Bar, The Lookout Hout Bay, Woodcutters Arms, Papino's by Jolly Cook, Lucky Bao, Massimo's, Mariner's Wharf Harbour Front Emporium, Snoekies Hout Bay, Mexicola Locale, Wharfside Grill Restaurant, Zur Holzbucht, Fish on the Rocks, Cheyne's and The Pelican.
Special attractions
As Hout Bay is the ultimate holiday destination, you can expect to have a multitude of options to choose from when it comes to attractions in the area. Here are the top three places to visit.
Quentin at Oakhurst is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal where they mix traditional and modern cuisine.
The whole family will enjoy visiting the Bay Harbour Market which takes place every weekend and offers live music, lovely food and some stunning products to browse.
Nature lovers and families alike won't want to miss out on visiting the World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park.
Make Hout Bay your home. Let it be your story.
Hout Bay is a naturally beautiful seaside town with loads to offer. From excellent schools and great amenities to stunning homes and various attractions, Hout Bay is an ideal place to live for anyone of all ages. Seeff has a wide range of properties within Hout Bay 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.
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Properties in Hout Bay
New55R9,995,0004 Bedroom House For Sale in Tulbagh Rural4 Beds3 Baths1 Parking
New17R1,100,0007,700m² Vacant Land For Sale in Tulbaghweg
New23R1,380,0001 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Mykonos1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking62m²
New35R3,595,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Sunset Estate3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings241m²
New23R12,520 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Hartenbos Central2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking83m²
New7R9,000 pm1 Bedroom Garden Cottage To Let in Vermont1 Bed2 Baths
New16R17,000 pm3 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Killarney3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New17R17,000 pm1 Bedroom Flat To Let in Cape Town City Centre2101 STONEHILL PLACE, 9 Marine1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking48m²
New32R4,499,0001,260m² Industrial Yard For Sale in Botshabelo1,260m²
New16R1,699,000130m² Business For Sale in Tulbagh15 Van der Stel Street130m²
17R800,000211m² Building For Sale in Nieuwoudtville211m²
17R3,600,000720m² Business For Sale in Harmelia57 Shelton Avenue720m²
New21R19,250 pm87.50m² Office To Let in Umhlanga Central87.50m²
17R12,000 pm77m² Office To Let in Mount Edgecombe77m²
35R56,500 pm750m² Building To Let in Trichardt750m²
6R38,500 pm4,100m² Vacant Land To Let in Alton
35R45,000,00011.60Ha Small Holding For Sale in Wellington Rural350m²
1R4,322,00039Ha Farm For Sale in Grootfontein80m²
15R13,700,000480m² Lodge For Sale in Dendron480m²
20R20,000,00032Ha Farm For Sale in Wellington Rural
6R50,000 pmFarm To Let in Vaalbank660m²
New11R3,400,000450m² Business Centre For Sale in Haumannshof49 Lourens streetOpen450m²
27R7,750,000176m² Retail For Sale in Umhlanga RidgeOpen176m²
7R1,250,000Business For Sale in Wavecrest
25R16,200,000700m² Restaurant For Sale in Lagoon700m²
20R30,000 pm103m² Retail To Let in Umhlanga Ridge103m²
4R96,200 pm520m² Retail To Let in Diep River520m²
15R12,130 pm70m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central43 Caledon street70m²
16R13,950 pm141m² Retail To Let in WalmerCovered141m²
8R1,955,000600m² Building For Sale in Tzaneen Industrial600m²
7R625,0001,250m² Vacant Land For Sale in N2 Industrial Park56 Kort
6R450,0001,850m² Vacant Land For Sale in Kwanonqaba51 Kort
7R600,0002,200m² Vacant Land For Sale in Lydenburg
18R21,500 pm168m² Workshop To Let in George Industrial168m²
25R43,000 pm385m² Warehouse To Let in Riverhorse Valley385m²
On Show9R14,500 pm350m² Warehouse To Let in Nelspruit Rural350m²
On Show4R16,800 pm600m² Warehouse To Let in Nelspruit Rural600m²
4R1,390,00053,365m² Vacant Land For Sale in Lydenburg
19R1,700,000120m² Business For Sale in Lydenburg120m²
17R1,450,000120m² Office For Sale in Randpark Ridge120m²
30R4,500,000207m² Building For Sale in Heidelberg339 kloof207m²
12R20,000 pm120m² Building To Let in Fisherhaven67 Medway120m²
18R30,000 pm500m² Office To Let in Worcester Central500m²
18R77,000 pm424m² Office To Let in Mbabane CBD424m²
On Show6R15,000 pm1,450m² Small Holding To Let in Nelspruit Rural450m²
New48POA5 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Bantry Bay5 Beds5 Baths5 Parkings
15POA2 Bedroom Self-Catering Flat in Scottburgh Central2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
29From R5,500 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering Townhouse in Brenton On Sea4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
16From R4,950 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Dana Bay4 Beds2.5 Baths4 ParkingsNo listings found
Recently sold in Hout Bay
NewSold3R2,900,000565m² Vacant Land Sold in Franschhoek15 HEIDE STREET
Sold10R2,895,0003 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Berg En Dal3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings
Sold20R940,0003 Bedroom Freestanding Sold in Portlands3 Beds1 Bath4 Parkings100m²
Sold30R2,050,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Langebaan Country Estate2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings95m²
Sold32R2,950,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Plumstead6 Garden Street3 Beds2 Baths7 Parkings140m²
Sold9R560,000865m² Vacant Land Sold in Prince Alfred Hamlet15 Du Plessis
Sold20R1,755,0003 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Strand North3 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings106m²
Sold43R2,600,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Strand Central4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Sold45R2,890,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Moreleta Park4 Beds3.5 Baths2 Parkings362m²Recently let in Hout Bay
NewRented10R9,850 pm1 Bedroom Studio Apartment Rented in Leonard1 Bed1 Bath2 Parkings
Rented15R12,500 pm2 Bedroom Flat Rented in Tyger Waterfront2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking
Rented33R9,500 pm3 Bedroom Flat Rented in Boggomsbaai3 Beds3 Baths1 Parking
Rented38R16,500 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Dana Bay3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Rented33R14,300 pm3 Bedroom Freehold Rented in Noorsekloof3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings144m²
Rented14R20,500 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Herrwood Park2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings130m²
Rented14R5,500 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Impala Park2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings
Rented7R8,500 pm1 Bedroom Flat Rented in Garlington1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented11R8,500 pmApartment Rented in Durbanville Central1 Bath1 Parking41m² -
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