Porterville
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Porterville is a scenic town situated close to the Olifants River Mountains. It is described as a place characterised by diversity, authenticity and excellent hospitality. The area is world-renowned as being the only place in South Africa where you can see fields of Dias Uniflora, which is an extremely rare flower. Thanks to the powerful thermals to be found here, Porterville is well-loved by paragliding and hang-gliding enthusiasts.
A brief history of the area
The area's original inhabitants were San Bushmen tribes, who lived here centuries ago, leaving behind some notable rock art paintings and other relics of the past. The town was officially established in 1863 after an 1820 settler by the name of Frederick John Owen subdivided his farm. The town owes its name to the Attorney General of the Cape - Sir William Porter.Climate
Porterville's mercury rises to approximately 35°C in January and February, which are the hottest months of the year. Winters are cold, with snow often visible on the distant peaks.Schools in the area
Primary schools in the area include Berghof NGK Primary School and Willems Vallei Primary School. Most teens residing in Porterville will attend Hoerskool Porterville.Healthcare in the area
Residents of Porterville are served by Lapa Munnik Hospital, which is a government hospital. A number of doctors, dentists and other medical professionals can be found in Porterville.Shopping centres
There are a variety of places that residents of Porterville can stock up on their groceries - there is a Usave and a Spar amongst various other retailers. A variety of clothing stores, such as PEP, Foschini and Ackermans have branches here.Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)
The driving distance from Porterville to Cape Town International Airport is just over 140km. In average traffic, it will take you about one hour and 40 minutes to get there. The Cape Town CBD is approximately 145km or one hour and 45 minutes away.Restaurants
There is no shortage of great restaurants and cute coffee shops in Porterville. At Koppikofi, you can enjoy anything from a hearty breakfast to a traditional South African favourite such as bobotie. When you're in the mood for something more casual, the Porterville Fish and Chips Shop is a great place to go. Pizza World has your needs covered when you're in the mood for a taste of Italy.Special attractions
Looking for a fun way to spend a day in and around Porterville? There's plenty to do!1. Porterville Farmers' Market
Come and get your organic essentials, as well as fruit and veggies, at amazing prices at the Porterville Farmers' Market! It's on every Saturday from 9am to 2pm, and there's even a pre-market Farm Run and Walk, which starts at 8am.2. Beaverlac
Residents of Porterville have a little piece of paradise right on their doorsteps. Beaverlac, situated high in the mountains above Porterville, offers a wide array of hiking and mountain bike trails, as well as rock pools for visitors to explore. There are also cabins and camping opportunities, ensuring that locals and visitors really get to make the most of everything that Beaverlac has to offer.3. Paragliding and hang-gliding
The Porterville region offers varied terrain to those wishing to take to the sky. The best conditions can be found between November and March. The area is arguably South Africa's best-loved free-flying region, and a number of competitions have been held here.Make Porterville your home. Let it be your story.
There's loads to love about Porterville, and about the Western Cape as a whole. Porterville offers boundless charm coupled with loads to do if you enjoy the great outdoors. Seeff Porterville has a variety of properties for sale and to rent in Porterville. Contact the Seeff team and allow them to help you find your dream home today. -
Properties in Porterville
New51R3,850,0004 Bedroom Freehold For Sale in Beverley4 Beds3.5 Baths4 Parkings345m²
New17R2,895,0002 Bedroom Freehold For Sale in Silwerstrand Golf And River Estate71 Silwerstrand boulevard2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
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
New30R8,500 pm2 Bedroom House To Let in Velddrif2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
New6R6,500 pm1 Bedroom Garden Cottage To Let in Sybrand Park1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
New11R16,500 pm3 Bedroom Sectional Title To Let in Muizenberg3 Beds1.5 Baths2 Parkings127m²
New43R30,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Bizweni3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
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 Porterville
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 Porterville
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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