REDWOOD ESTATE in Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch

One of the most beautiful towns in the Western Cape, Stellenbosch, has long been the place to live for well-heeled locals and expats, thanks to its rich sense of culture, world-renowned vineyards and staggering natural beauty.

Now, thanks to the launch of a contemporary boutique estate in the region’s picturesque winelands, first-time homeowners and forward-thinking investors have the opportunity to own their own piece of paradise in this sought-after locale.

Nestled between large-scale, multi-million-rand housing developments, Redwood Estate is protected by a state-of-the art 24-hour security system including a multi-zone electric fence, optical surveillance cameras with intelligent motion detection, gated access control administered via smartphone app, and a ‘missed call’ system controlled by a full-height turnstile.

Designed with a keen eye on safety, sustainability and community-centric living, the estate, which consists of apartments and duplexes selling from R1 049 000 to R1 899 000, is fibre-ready, has its own borehole, communal green spaces for relaxation and an outdoor gym.

Another huge bonus is that the estate is completely loadshedding free – solar panels, back-up batteries and a generator are all on standby to keep the cameras and lights on when the power goes down.

“We are truly committed to being more sustainable,” explains Brian Mathews, from Harcourts Winelands. “Solar power and our innovative water-use system (instead of each unit having its own hot-water system, we have one central system that heats water for the entire estate) reduces our carbon footprint and promotes sustainability, while ensuring energy savings of up to 60%.”

Convenience and ease of use are also a part of the estate’s design ethos. Thanks to a user-friendly and hassle-free pre-paid water and electricity e-wallet system, residents can top up their accounts and monitor their usage via mobile app or online platform.

“Where we live, and how we choose to live can have a significant impact on our overall well-being and happiness,” says Brian Mathews, Harcourts Winelands. “Redwood Estate has been designed to offer a safe, community-centric, easy-living environment – a sanctuary where residents feel both connected and supported, plus, it’s a mere 5km from Stellenbosch with its excellent schools, world-class university, rich culture and fabulous restaurants.