As affordable properties in the Western Cape become increasingly scarce, we suggest you cross the mountain to the Overstrand and discover Fisherhaven. The first suburb of Hermanus as you travel along the R43, just past Benguela Cove, it lies along on the banks of the Bot River Lagoon, within the UNESCO-recognized Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve.
Quaint, quirky and home to an increasing number of artists, creatives and younger families in search of an alternative lifestyle, Fisherhaven is paradise for both nature lovers and water-sport enthusiasts, offering scenic hiking trails, a play park for kids and a public slipway for launching your boat, canoe or kayak. In addition, the local superette and restaurant ensure you won’t need to travel far for your day-to-day needs and wants.
Watch the spectacular sunrises and sunsets from the comfort of home, and look out for the abundant birdlife, wandering tortoises and the local herd of feral horses roaming the roads of this magical little village.
With its generously sized stands (typically ranging from around 900m² to 1,500m²), whether you buy an established home or build your own, there is ample scope to expand, redesign or create something entirely new. Property prices remain relatively accessible for the Hermanus area, with homes averaging between R2.5 and R3 million.
Fisherhaven feels like a rural village, yet what sets it apart is a short ten-minute drive that brings you to Onrus and, a little further afield, to Hermanus, both of which offer gorgeous beaches, tourist attractions, medical care and an array of retailers and restaurants.
Resident agent: Mark Beack - 083 456 3006 mark@remax-wineandwhales.co.za