Somerset West
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The beautiful Somerset West area is located within the Western Cape province of South Africa. Somerset West is only a 40-minute drive from Cape Town and is in the heart of the Winelands. The area has become highly popular among global investors and vacationers alike, primarily because of its serene rural lifestyle, secure swimming beaches, and abundant opportunities for various sports and recreational activities. Somerset West has various property types on offer including houses, golf estates, wine estates, country estates, coastal property and holiday accommodation.
A brief history of the area
Somerset West owes its name to Lord Charles Henry Somerset, an English noble and military officer hailing from Badminton, Great Britain. Serving as the British governor of the Cape from 1814 to 1826, he gained prominence for his efforts in encouraging British settlers to establish their new lives in South Africa.
Distance from key points
Somerset West residents looking to reach Cape Town International Airport can do so in 23 minutes (31,5 km) via the N2 and Cape Town Central is a 35-minute drive (45,2 km) via the N2 as well.
Climate
The climate in Somerset West is mild, and generally warm and temperate. The average annual temperature in the area is 16.4 °C and experiences roughly 787 mm of precipitation each year. February is the hottest month of the year with an average temperature of 21.3 °C while July is the coldest with temperatures only reaching 11.7 °C.
Schools in the area
Somerset West is a family-orientated suburb with a diverse range of excellent schools available for you to enrol your kids into. These schools include Somerset West Primary School, Helderberg Primary School, De Hoop Laerskool, Beaumont Primary School, Somerset House Preparatory School, Somerset West Private School, Helderberg High School, Parel Vallei High School, Helderberg International School, Gloria Botha School, Somerset College, Newberry House Montessori School and Generation School Somerset West.
Healthcare in the area
Somerset West is home to Helderberg Hospital and Busamed Paardevlei Private Hospital which are two fantastic hospitals that will ensure excellent care for you and your loved ones.
Should you require a veterinarian for your furry loved ones, you'll be happy to hear that Vetworld, Helderberg Animal Hospital, Country Animal Clinic and Animal Matters Veterinary Hospital are all within a five-minute drive.
Shopping centres
Somerset West has a few shopping malls that are sure to have everything you are looking for whether it's clothing, home decor, groceries, jewellery or even just a bite to eat. Notable malls in the area include Somerset Mall, Waterstone Village, The Sanctuary Shopping Centre, Somerset Square Shopping Centre and Helderberg Centre.
Restaurants
There are a few restaurants in the area just waiting to tantalise your tastebuds with exceptional food. The eateries you won't want to miss checking out are Henri's Restaurant and Wine Bar, Bossa, The Hussar Grill, De Kelder Restaurant, Oceans 8 Seafood & Sushi, Col'Cacchio, Steffanie's Place, Moksh Indian Restaurant, Mozambik and Blue Waters Seafood & Sushi Restaurant.
Special attractions
There are many attractions to explore in Somerset West. Here are the top places you should add to your to-do list.
Explore wild animals and fun activities before having your picture taken with a cheetah at Cheetah Outreach.
Enjoy a picnic and go for a walk in natural beauty when visiting the Helderberg Nature Reserve.
Spend the day at Vergelegen Wine Estate meandering through unique gardens before enjoying some fine wine and great food.
Make Somerset West your home. Let it be your story.
Somerset West is a beautiful coastal town with loads of amenities and attractions to explore. Excellent schools and easy access to some great hospitals make this area an ideal place to live. Seeff has a wide range of properties within Somerset West 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 Somerset West
New18R580,0001 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Ferndale1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking53m²
New39R1,565,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Generaal De Wet32 Gideon Scheepers Avenue3 Beds1.5 Baths9 Parkings378m²
New48R5,750,0006 Bedroom House For Sale in Pinelands6 Beds5.5 Baths4 Parkings
New51R2,650,0004 Bedroom House For Sale in Universitas Ridge118 Jac van Rhyn Road4 Beds2 Baths8 Parkings422m²
New13R6,500 pm1 Bedroom Garden Cottage To Let in Randpark24 Berg Road, Randpark1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking68m²
New26R13,500 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse To Let in Roundhay3 SS ST GEORGE'S MEWS, 3 St Georges Street2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings95m²
New12R8,000 pm1 Bedroom Garden Cottage To Let in Bedfordview1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking2,167m²
New10R6,500 pm1 Bedroom Garden Cottage To Let in Edendale1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking991m²
New27R5,000,000895m² Guesthouse For Sale in Arboretum895m²
New57POA342Ha Farm For Sale in Mooi River14,000m²
New22R4,350,000400m² Office For Sale in Tzaneen Industrial400m²
21R1,275,000214m² Restaurant For Sale in Jeffreys Bay Central214m²
New14R20,000 pm188m² Office To Let in Worcester Central188m²
New15R18,750 pm276m² Business To Let in Worcester Central34 Napier Street, Worcester CBD, Western Cape276m²
New18R16,950 pm100m² Building To Let in Secunda100m²
New9R15,300 pm55m² Office To Let in BendorCovered55m²
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
32R21,970,00025Ha Farm For Sale in Wellington Rural150m²
6R50,000 pmFarm To Let in Vaalbank660m²
New7R1,250,000Business 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
New11R895,0003,000m² Vacant Land For Sale in N2 Industrial Park53 Kort Crescent
New3R690,0002,000m² Vacant Land For Sale in Piketberg
New33R2,570,000415m² Warehouse For Sale in Lydenburg415m²
New17R2,450,000414m² Building For Sale in Vaalbank414m²
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
19R12,000 pm170m² Mini Factory To Let in Eastleigh170m²
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
22R4,900,000412m² Investment For Sale in Wellington North412m²
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
New52From R1,750 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus36 Stormvoel Crescent3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
New25From R3,500 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Sedgefield Central3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New20From R2,500 Per Night2 Bedroom Self-Catering Townhouse in Diaz Beach2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking
37From R2,932 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering Duplex in Canals3 Beds2 Baths2 ParkingsNo listings found
Recently sold in Somerset West
NewSold8R148,000373m² Vacant Land Sold in Louwville
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 Parking120m²
Sold18R910,0002 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in Del Judor Ext 102 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings125m²Recently let in Somerset West
NewRented21R10,900 pm2 Bedroom Flat Rented in Morningside2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings78m²
NewRented17R9,000 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Impala Park3 Beds2 Baths5 Parkings
NewRented23R6,600 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Mokopane Central2 Beds1 Bath3 Parkings100m²
NewRented18R7,500 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
Rented17R9,500 pm3 Bedroom Flat Rented in Wellington Central1 Kerk 26, 26 Kerk3 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
Rented20R25,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Century City2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings93m²
Rented12R6,700 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Mooikloof Ridge2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking77m² -
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