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
New17R1,000,0003 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Marlands7 Cedarville, 26 2nd Street3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New31R1,950,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Fishers Hill12 Polaris Road3 Beds2 Baths8 Parkings201m²
New14R820,0002 Bedroom Townhouse For Sale in Fishers Hill6 SS DAWN HILL, 16 Jupiter Road2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings79m²
New10R1,299,0004 Bedroom Freehold For Sale in Wychwood14 Holmoak Road4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings283m²
New16R20,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Jakkalsfontein3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings
New17R7,800 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Motala Heights4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New30R32,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Sunningdale3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings220m²
New22R32,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Baronetcy Estate3 Beds3 Baths6 Parkings
32R3,499,0001,260m² Industrial Yard For Sale in Botshabelo1,260m²
Under offer4R4,000,000450m² Building For Sale in Kleinmond Central450m²
16R1,699,000130m² Business For Sale in Tulbagh15 Van der Stel Street130m²
17R800,000211m² Building For Sale in Nieuwoudtville211m²
New22R43,200 pm240m² Office To Let in La Lucia Ridge240m²
19R49,500 pm274.60m² Office To Let in La Lucia Ridge274.60m²
21R19,250 pm87.50m² Office To Let in Umhlanga Central87.50m²
17R12,000 pm77m² Office To Let in Mount Edgecombe77m²
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
11R3,400,000450m² 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
New4R15,500 pm100m² Retail To Let in Hermanus Central100m²
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
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
48POA5 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 Porterville
Sold3R2,900,000565m² Vacant Land Sold in Franschhoek15 HEIDE STREET
Sold10R2,895,0003 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Berg En Dal3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings
Sold22R2,180,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Sea Breeze3 Beds2 Baths1 Parking131m²
Sold20R940,0003 Bedroom Freestanding Sold in Portlands3 Beds1 Bath4 Parkings100m²
Sold18R2,290,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Santos Bay2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking61m²
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 Parkings106m²Recently let in Porterville
Rented47R13,500 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Dana Bay3 Beds3 Baths
Rented10R9,850 pm1 Bedroom Studio Apartment Rented in Leonard1 Bed1 Bath2 Parkings
Rented18R15,000 pm3 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Houghton Estate3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings
Rented26R28,000 pm4 Bedroom Freehold Rented in Lonehill4 Beds2.5 Baths4 Parkings350m²
Rented18R6,500 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Wellington Central24 SS RIVERSIDE, 0 East1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented15R12,500 pm2 Bedroom Flat Rented in Tyger Waterfront2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking
Rented20R18,000 pm3 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Hyde Park3 Beds2.5 Baths2 Parkings135m²
Rented33R9,500 pm3 Bedroom Flat Rented in Boggomsbaai3 Beds3 Baths1 Parking
Rented38R16,500 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Dana Bay3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings -
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