Sam Wenger, Development Director of Serenity Hills
In October this year, the KZN South Coast again earned the title of ‘highest number of Blue Flag beaches in the province’. This international standard, which is indicative of safety and quality, alongside the region’s many other desirable attributes, bodes incredibly well for the KZN South Coast property market, with local developers anticipating a rise in interest.
“We have witnessed some positive momentum in property sales this year, and achieving Blue Flag status at our beaches is a massive drawcard for investors,” explained Sam Wenger, Development Director of Serenity Hills, an eco-focused lifestyle estate on the KZN South Coast. “One of the biggest drivers to the coast is the opportunity to enjoy the beaches and the many related activities. By attaining this globally recognised standard, we’re able to attract not only local investors but international investors who now have the assurance that this is a top-class destination.”
Of the 48 South African beaches announced in the Blue Flag Programme by WESSA (The Wildlife and Environmental Society of South Africa), seven are found on the KZN South Coast, with five remaining Blue Flag Pilot status. The area is more attractive because it’s home to 3 Marine Protected Areas (nature reserves of the sea), of which 2 are world-renowned dive sites: Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks. There are also 11 excellent golf courses, endless hiking and biking trails in nature reserves, extreme adventures, cultural experiences, and a welcoming and active community.
“These attributes are not only attractive to tourists, they’re what people want when buying a home,” continued Wenger. “This coastal lifestyle is appealing for families, retirees, and business people who can now enjoy a flexible work life. The KZN South Coast is delivering on this with its Blue Flag beach offerings, subtropical climate, and affordable real estate investments unmatched in other coastal destinations.”
The Serenity Hills development near Margate is an eco-conscious, secure, community-driven residential estate prioritising sustainability. It attained significant recognition after President Cyril Ramaphosa honoured it for its contribution to national investment at the 5th South African Investment Conference (SAIC).
Residents of Phase 1 are already living at this impressive 120-hectare coastal forest estate, which is set to have 600 units, many of which have ocean views and a range of on-site amenities. These include the existing clubhouse, soon-to-be-launched nature trails, fishing dams, and recreational facilities that offer secure, hassle-free living.
The Packshed (an award-winning restaurant), Sweetdale Night Market, and Sweet Gang & Friends Farm Stall also form part of Serenity Hills, giving residents access to farm-fresh, home-baked goods and handcrafted items.
Buyers are not limited in age, and as one of the most unique lifestyle developments, Serenity Hills is a great property investment for everyone, from first-time buyers and families to holidaymakers and retirees.
“Serenity Hills has achieved well-deserved attention for its contribution to national investment, with many buyers from around the world attracted to both the quality of estate and lifestyle enjoyed on the KZN South Coast,” CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE), Dr Vusumuzi Sibiya. “It is joined by many other key property developments in the region, undoubtedly gaining more attention following the Blue Flag beach announcement. We look forward to welcoming many new investors because now’s the time to invest in the KZN South Coast!”
Serenity Hills is joined by Injabulo Lifestyle Estate, Renishaw Coastal Precinct inclusive of Renishaw Hills, Bahari Bay, and the Umdoni Point Coastal Forest Estate – which recently joined the pledge to invest towards a total of R70.8 billion as a new property development at the KwaZulu-Natal Investment Conference in Durban.
Now’s the time to invest in the KZN South Coast
The KZN South Coast is well-positioned to leverage investment potential through the Eastern Seaboard Development Initiative with existing investor support provided by Port Shepstone Business Hub and the KZN South Coast’s One-Stop Shop. The KZN South Coast continues to offer unmatched investment opportunities across a range of sectors, among them:
Agriculture
Property development
Manufacturing
Mining and Beneficiation
Maritime | Ocean Economy
Logistics
Renewable Energy
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