As our cities get busier and more expensive, many South Africans are choosing to move to quieter country towns where they can enjoy peace and quiet away from it all.
From Hartbeespoort, Rustenburg, Potchefstroom to Bloemfontein, Parys and Nelspruit, take a look at these easy-living and well-priced retirement estate properties…
1. Eco estate living in Hartbeespoort for R1.67 million
Charming home for the over 50s in Xanadu Lifestyle Village, Hartbeespoort, offering two bedrooms en suite, modern open-plan kitchen with scullery, double automated garage that leads into the house, gorgeous garden and more plus it's pet friendly.
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2. Modern and spacious in Rustenburg for R980 000
In a retirement estate in Waterval East, Rustenburg, this home has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, open-plan living areas, granite tops in the kitchen with gas stove, automatic garage, lovely garden and there is a medical centre in the estate.
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3. Wildlife estate living in Bloemfontein for R2.16 million
This home in Woodland Hills Wildlife Estate, Bloemfontein, is on a greenbelt and offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms, extra cupboard space in the kitchen and bedrooms, skylight, cherrywood finishes, solar battery system, water purifier and there is a shopping centre on the doorstep of the estate.
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4. Fabulous views in Nelspruit for R1.275 million
On the fringe of Nelspruit in Mpumalanga, this home in Macadamia Retirement Village, West Acres, has two bedrooms, full bathroom, tiled floors, balcony with built-in braai and views over the town towards the mountains, open-plan living, tandem garage, garden with lots of birdlife plus there is a care centre.
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5. Brand new in Potchefstroom for R2.245 million
Situated in the 4ha retirement village for over 55s and within the 30ha de Land Estate in Van Der Hoff Park, Potchefstroom, this is your chance to own a new home. The complex will comprise 27 freestanding properties with their own gardens and green areas include parks, paved walkways, herb and vegetable gardens, a fruit orchard and a 2.6km perimeter route ideal for an afternoon stroll.
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6. Tranquil and carefree in Rustenburg for R552 000
Tucked up against the rolling hills of the Magaliesberg mountains and boasting an abundance of birdlife, the retirement estate in Azalea Park, Rustenburg, offers an oasis close to shops and amenities. This one bedroom house might be all you need coupled with estate facilities, which include a clubhouse, gym, library, salon, frail care, and more.
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7. Country feel in Hartbeespoort for R1.28 million
This home in a retirement village in Schoemansville, Hartbeespoort, has two bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen with breakfast nook, sunny enclosed patio with a view of the Magaliesberg mountains, communal clubhouse and gardens, and more.
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8. New country estate home in Witbank for R1.187 million
For the over 50s, this new two bedroom home in The Country Estate in Del Judor Ext 4, Witbank, offers lock-up and go living with full ownership and facilities that include a clinic, clubhouse, restaurant, salon, library and convenience store. There are various building packages available and homes have a solar geyser, prepaid electricity, automated garage, small garden, and more.
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9. Parys home on the river bank for R2.1 million
This peaceful complex for over fifties in Parys, Free State, is spacious with two bedrooms, large open veranda fronting onto the river, gorgeous solid wood kitchen with granite tops, custom wooden doors and built-in cupboards, double garage, and more.
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