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
New30R1,380,0003 Bedroom Freestanding For Sale in New Germany3 Beds2 Baths1 Parking
NewUnder offer23R1,650,0002 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Parkview2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking105m²
New41POA6 Bedroom House For Sale in Swakopmund Ext 156 Beds6.5 Baths4 Parkings
New33R2,250,0003 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Strand North3 Beds2 Baths1 Parking129m²
New43R30,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Bizweni3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New21R12,600 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Heiderand3 Beds2 Baths1 Parking128m²
New15R7,500 pm2 Bedroom Garden Cottage To Let in Ashley2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings
New24R7,500 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Windsor West19 SS MARYLAND PLACE, 14 Queens Avenue2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings97m²
New7R20,600,0001,197m² Office For Sale in Lynnwood GlenOpen1,197m²
New12R900,000110m² Office For Sale in George Park110m²
New46POA1,497m² Business For Sale in Franschhoek1,497m²
New27R5,000,000895m² Guesthouse For Sale in Arboretum895m²
New11R14,000 pm109m² Office To Let in Franschhoek109m²
14R20,000 pm188m² Office To Let in Worcester Central188m²
15R18,750 pm276m² Business To Let in Worcester Central34 Napier Street, Worcester CBD, Western Cape276m²
18R16,950 pm100m² Building To Let in Secunda100m²
New34R45,000,00011.60Ha 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
7R1,250,000Business For Sale in Wavecrest
25R16,200,000700m² Restaurant For Sale in Lagoon700m²
15R5,075,000494m² Office For Sale in Walvis Bay Central494m²
15R6,000,0000.10m² Service Station For Sale in Thornville0.10m²
New4R96,200 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
9R24,030 pm110m² Office To Let in Musgrave110m²
New12R395,0004,047m² Vacant Land For Sale in Leslie
New11R895,0003,000m² Vacant Land For Sale in N2 Industrial Park53 Kort Crescent
New3R690,0002,000m² Vacant Land For Sale in Piketberg
33R2,570,000415m² Warehouse For Sale in Lydenburg415m²
New10R8,300 pm401m² Workshop To Let in Springbok2488 Tantaliet Street401m²
New9R14,500 pm350m² Warehouse To Let in Nelspruit Rural350m²
New4R16,800 pm600m² Warehouse To Let in Nelspruit Rural600m²
19R16,100 pm224m² Mini Factory To Let in Waterfall224m²
New19R1,700,000120m² Business For Sale in Lydenburg120m²
65R4,300,000500m² Building For Sale in Paglande59 Riebeeck Street, Paglande500m²
21R44,000,0002,076m² Vacant Land For Sale in Kleinmond Central13 Strand street
11R1,200,0001,731m² Vacant Land For Sale in Klipriviersoog1,731m²
12R20,000 pm120m² Building To Let in Fisherhaven67 Medway120m²
18R32,000 pm500m² Office To Let in Worcester Central500m²
18R77,000 pm424m² Office To Let in Mbabane CBD424m²
8R3,000 pm16m² Office To Let in Wellington Central1 Rose Unit 216m²
New14From R1,850 Per Night2 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Mossel Bay Ext 262 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings
New52From R1,750 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus36 Stormvoel Crescent3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
25From R3,500 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Sedgefield Central3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
20From R2,500 Per Night2 Bedroom Self-Catering Townhouse in Diaz Beach2 Beds2 Baths1 ParkingNo listings found
Recently sold in Hout Bay
NewSold8R148,000373m² Vacant Land Sold in Louwville
Sold27R3,395,0003 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Strand North3 Beds2 Baths1 Parking106m²
Sold43R7,795,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Tokai21 Almora Circle4 Beds3.5 Baths5 Parkings
Sold15R1,600,0003 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Aerorand3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
Sold8R1,150,0003 Bedroom Duplex Sold in Arboretum3 Beds2.5 Baths3 Parkings124m²
Sold5R795,000590m² Vacant Land Sold in Riebeek Kasteel
Sold34R1,195,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Florapark4 Beds1.5 Baths2 Parkings146m²
Sold33R680,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Warner Beach2 Beds1 Bath3 Parkings109m²
Sold19R1,385,0002 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in Waterfall2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking120m²Recently let in Hout Bay
NewRented21R10,900 pm2 Bedroom Flat Rented in Morningside2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings78m²
NewRented20R14,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in De Velde1072 De Velde, 1 De Beers Avenue2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings96m²
NewRented11R7,500 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Linbro Park256 SS THE REID, 28 Beacon Avenue1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking58m²
Rented17R9,000 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Impala Park3 Beds2 Baths5 Parkings
Rented23R6,600 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Mokopane Central2 Beds1 Bath3 Parkings100m²
Rented18R7,500 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Mokopane Central2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking73m²
Rented12R15,000 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Century City1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking88m²
Rented18R14,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Morningside28 Charlton Quay, 807 Desmond Street2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings101m²
Rented25R19,500 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Van Riebeeckshof3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings -
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