The beautiful Dolphin Coast region of Kwazulu Natal has exploded with new developments in recent years. New residential lifestyle estates are mushrooming in rolling hills that were once sugar cane fields and business parks, entertainment venues and shopping centres are being built at an astounding rate to cater for the growing population
About the Salt Rock area
Palm Lakes Family Estate is one of the newest estates to be built on the Dolphin Coast. The closest town to the estate is the family orientated Salt Rock. With its laid back lifestyle, mix of old and new homes, buildings and businesses, Salt Rock typifies small town coastal charm. The nearby Tiffany’s shopping centre offers locals a place to have coffee, eat, buy groceries or spend some time going through some of the local boutique shops.
This area is home to some of KZN’s finest beaches. Other places to visit include The Litchi Orchard, which is a functioning litchi farm that is also a central market space where locals meet and buy fresh produce at the Farmer's Market, find plants at the local nursery, or have a casual time eating at one of the cafes around the area.
Salt Rock is in a perfect location to get onto two of the main highways in Durban, namely the N2 and M4, with ease. Only 10 minutes away from King Shaka International Airport, Salt Rock is also only 15 minutes away from Sibaya Casino and the bustling town of Ballito, where you have a myriad of things to do. Moreover, at Palm Lakes Estate, you are also in close proximity to top golf courses like Zimbali Coastal Resort Golf Course, Prince’s Grant and Umhlali Golf Course.
Salt Rock is not just the perfect holiday destination, it’s just as perfect for growing families looking for a close-knit community, as well as being a convenient small town with close conveniences.
About the Palm Lakes Estate
Spread across 700 hectares of glorious green countryside, Palm Lakes Family Estate is one of the largest residential estates on the North Coast. With that much space on offer you can be assured that the estate offers an enviable array of facilities and activities that will appeal to many buyers. The Palm Lakes Estate has been developed with families in mind, families who long for the carefree days of yesteryear, when kids could play safely in the streets and people knew their neighbours. The estate offers residents a complete lifestyle, where residential, corporate and family focused activities are rolled into one, enabling residents to live, work and play out their lives with every modern convenience right at their fingertips.
Lifestyle on the estate
Great care was taken when developing the estate to preserve the natural environment. The end result is a scenic landscape of rolling rolling green hills, tropical vegetation, and tranquil lakes, rich in indigenous bird and plant life.
The carefully designed layout of Palm Lakes Estate ensures that family and community are central to everything on the estate. The numerous facilities and amenities available ensure that residents are able to enjoy a comprehensive lifestyle.
The Dragonfly clubhouse is an upmarket area where residents can enjoy a meal in the excellent restaurant or relax with friends and neighbours in either the indoor or outdoor lounge areas. Parents can have fun with the kids in the nearby Mini Palm Clubhouse. If you fancy hitting a few golf balls, the estate also has a driving range.
Outdoor lovers are adequately catered for and can enjoy lifestyle activities, such as fishing, boating, bird watching or simply enjoying family picnics surrounded by the fresh air and beauty of the unspoilt natural environment.
Residents who are more actively inclined can explore the stunning surroundings by cycling, running or walking along one of the many trails. There is also an astroturf soccer pitch, tennis courts and swimming pools on the estate.
An added bonus for families with kids are the school and baby academy located on the estate. Trinity House Palm Lakes offers a high academic standard, balanced with state of the art sporting facilities. Younger children can enrol in the Prestige Baby Academy at Trinity House School in the Palm Lakes Family Estate. Boasting excellent facilities, equipment, care and services.
Property in the Palm Lakes Family Estate
The architecture on the estate is a contemporary beach style with clean lines and incorporates natural materials like stone and wood. There is a selection of Palm Lakes for sale including plots to build your own home, apartments, townhouses and houses.
Properties in Palm Lakes for sale include:
Vacant land from R650 000
Apartments from R945 000
Townhouses from R1 600 000
Houses from R2 100 000
KZN’s North Coast is booming as more families and retirees flock to the area to take advantage of the coastal lifestyle and estates that cater for a wide variety of interests.
Contact a Private Property connected estate agent today to find out more about the various houses for sale in Palm Lakes Estate.
[Click here to enter the Win a Home competition]
As seen on Win a Home, take a spectacular video tour of the beautiful Palm Lakes Estate here: