Fish Hoek and Surrounds
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AREA OVERVIEW
A scenic 40-minute drive from the CBD and Cape Town International Airport, the Fish Hoek Valley is a picturesque village nestled between Kalk Bay and Simons Town.
Surrounded by mountains a beautiful sandy beach, water sports and recreational facilities, the False Bay coastline is considerably warmer with the Indian Ocean water, which offers beach lovers a much more agreeable swimming experience all year round as well as the opportunity encounter some Dolphin pods and Southern Right whales in the bay during the whale season which runs from July to November. It is also a famous spot to witness the local fisherman ‘trekking’ for yellowtail in their traditional wooden rowing boats.
Not only does this area form part of the route for the world’s largest timed cycle race, but it also boasts some of the city’s best mountain biking trails and an abundance of nature trails which ensures that hikers of any age and fitness level can always find their feet on the mountain. And for enthusiastic golfers, The Clovelly Country Club offers an 18 Hole Golf Course, which is a charming, narrow course that meanders along a dune-lined valley with incredible sea views. Sport and Recreation Facilities are aplenty and include; the local gym, and a number of Clubs.
Fish Hoek is filled with history and character and gained its place in world history with the discovery of a fossilized skeleton, in 1926, in Peers Cave. Known as Fish Hoek Man, whose skull is estimated to be about 12 000 years’ old, and had the largest brain area of any skull its age found up until that time.
The area has good public transport by train, and is also serviced by bus and taxi routes. There are schools aplenty and you can shop till you drop in one of the nearby shopping malls or farm villages. Medical Facilities in the region include False Bay Hospital, the nearby Constantiaberg Clinic, plus numerous Medical practices and retirement facilities.
WHY INVEST IN FISH HOEK & SURROUNDS?
Fish Hoek & the South Peninsula offers a lifestyle seldom found in other areas of the country, with amazing community spirit, and offering a home for every budget.
The valley homes are all within walking distance to the schools, hospital, shops and beach and are priced in the bracket of R 1.8 million – R 2.5 million.
The mountainside properties afford spectacular sea views and range from around R 2 million for apartments and houses R 3.5 million - right up to the up market properties on the best address of Fish Hoek for the more discerning individuals.
Real estate in Fish Hoek has provided excellent capital returns for local and international property investors over the years.
It is a favourite destination for holidaymakers who enjoy the beaches, mountains and lifestyle. It is also a popular destination for retirees as Fish Hoek is one of the safest areas to live in South Africa.