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City BowlResting in the curve of Table Mountain are the suburbs that make up Cape Town’s City Bowl. Often referred to as the heart of the Mother City, this collection of neighbourhoods has gained the title City Bowl due to the amphitheatre shape of the area. With the mountain on one side and the South Atlantic Ocean on the other – this region has enjoyed much activity due to the vibrant culture, endless entertainment, and business opportunities and the unique real estate that can be found here.CBD (Central Business District)The CBD is the heartbeat of Cape Town. As the biggest business district in this region and the financial centre of the Western Cape – it is no wonder...

Hout Bay (“Houtbaai” meaning “Wood Bay” in Afrikaans) is situated in a valley on the Atlantic Seaboard of the Cape Peninsula, twenty minutes away from the centre of Cape Town. The name, “Hout Bay”, can refer the town itself, the harbour bay on which the town is situated, or the entire valley. Despite urban development, Hout Bay which was formerly a fishing village has maintained its unique and timeless beauty with its fishing harbour and country atmosphere, making it an attractive area to locals and visitors. The gorgeous beach boasts exceptionally spectacular views of the mountains that frame it. Local families love to gather here to enjoy a generous serving of fresh,...

FarmsForming part of the Cape Winelands are the Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek with the honorary Somerset West Valleys. This region is home to the majority of farms that contribute to the South African wine industry. With its Mediterranean climate of cool, wet winters and dry hot summers, these towns are ideally equipped to cultivate vines and produce some of the country’s most reputed and award-winning wines.StellenboschLocated approximately 50km from Cape Town, Stellenbosch is not only known for its university or student culture, but also for the marvellous farms, vineyards and cellars that can be found here. Home to some of the leading wineries, Stellenbosch...