Area Profiles

Glenashley is conveniently situated between plush Durban North and the beautiful La Lucia/Umhlanga area. It rises from the beaches of the warm Indian Ocean to the road leading to the office parks of La Lucia and Umhlanga Ridge. Glenashley is therefore the perfect retreat for business executives visiting the many multinational corporates and professional firms which have located north of Durban. Bordering Glenashley is Beachwood Mangroves Nature Reserve, a birdwatchers' and nature lovers' paradise. For those who also enjoy the high life, Gateway Mall and Sibaya and Suncoast Casinos are nearby. Whatever attracts you, Glenashley offers excellent B&B; guesthouses and...

Hillcrest is situated on a crest or the Valley of a 1000 Hills. The vacant land has been given over to retirement villages, equestrian estates, golf estates, and gated security communities. This lush retreat still manages to maintain its country feel, despite its property boom in the market. The name Hillcrest is due to its location of being on a crest of a Hill. Over the years, Hillcrest has become quite established, being in close proximity to many amenities such as schools, churches, shopping centres, a private hospital, commercial office parks, Willow Creek Animal Farm, and the Makaranga Lodge. One of its main attractions is the popular Shongweni Farmers market, a...

Izinga Izinga is situated just north of uMhlanga Ridge and above the town of uMhlanga Rocks. This open suburb was created for discerning purchasers looking for luxury living whilst enjoying the tranquility of coastal life and a rich natural environment, just minutes from a bustling commercial hub. This magnificent lifestyle is complemented by superb indigenous landscaping on lavish properties situated on the doorstep of uMhlanga Ridge. Izinga Estate is a unique destination in which to succumb to gracious and secure living. Family, freedom, lifestyle ­ Izinga is an open suburb that includes bespoke estates. Attention is paid to open areas where one can...

Kloof The Afrikaans word Kloof, when translated means Ravine, located 25 kms away from Durban. This suburb offers a peaceful and tranquil lifestyle. Kloof is one of the most captivating residential areas in the hills which lies above Durban. Tasteful homes and an abundance of gardens, makes this area a popular choice of residence. Panoramic views of the Krantzkloof reserve, located four kilometres from the centre of Kloof, can be enjoyed across the forested gorge and most of the reserves. Some of its areas of attraction is made up of the dam at the head of Kloof Falls, the best country club in Kwazulu-Natal, and the Valley of 1000 Hills (known for its nature,...

The quaint town of La Lucia is situated in beautiful Umhlanga near the suburb of Umhlanga Rocks, just a short drive from the hustle bustle and excitement of the Umhlanga Coast. La Lucia's main attraction in is its beautiful rural surroundings and immediate proximity to the major centres of the North Coast of Durban. As quiet and peaceful as La Lucia is, it is home to a number of amenities, features and activities that continue to draw a steady flow of visitors each year. Features like the upmarket La Lucia Mall with an extensive range of stores where almost anything can be found. Pubs, cinemas, restaurants, and even a gym is conveniently located inside La Lucia...

La Mercy, a secluded little village on the southern edge of the Dolphin Coast, is set just south of Ballito and roughly 25 kilometres north of Durban. It is a coastal conservancy that, together with Umdloti, is also one of the best beaches from which to view the annual whale visit, whilst dolphins visit this coastline all year round. The advantage to staying at La Mercy, its proximity to Durban, Ballito and other north coast highlights aside, is that the town is essentially small. Roughly 450 households live along its beachside, and peace and quiet, as well as 'small town' atmosphere, are yours most of the year round. But you will find enough shops and restaurants...

Mount Edgecombe is a sugar-growing town in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, situated just north of Durban, which forms part of eThekwini, the Greater Durban Metropolitan. It is famous for resorts and golf. Situated 3 kms from Umhlanga, 15 kms from Durban and 35 kms from Durban International Airport in KwaZulu Natal, your next golfing challenge is closer than you think. Tucked away in the rolling hills of KwaZulu Natal, just inland of Umhlanga, Mount Edgecombe Country Club provides world class conference centres, exotic restaurants, expert golf tuition, practise facilities, tennis, squash and bowling clubs. Mount Edgecombe Country Club consists of two championship...

Kindlewood Estate is a luxurious, gated residential estate situated on the North Coast of KZN, South Africa. Located near Mount Edgecombe Country Club, with easy access to Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umhlanga village, stunning beaches, and schools. The estate offers private open spaces, serene walking paths, and a community center. It also offers incredible vistas, good amenities, and an eco and pet-friendly estate. The architectural design of this idyllic estate is contemporary, fresh, and stylish, highlighting excessive use of windows and glazed doors. Offering advanced biometric systems, 24/7 gate monitoring, and electrified perimeter fencing, Kindlewood Estate...

Musgrave is centrally located to all the major malls such as Musgrave shopping mall, Windermere and The Atrium shopping centre. You will also find the following schools in the area, Durban Preparatory High School, Clifton High School, Maris Stella School, Durban Boys High School and Morningside Primary. Musgrave is truly an upmarket area and worth investing in with the prominent roads being Musgrave road, Currie road and St Thomas road

Phoenix is an Indian Township, northwest of central Durban. It was established as a township in 1976, but it has a long history of Indian occupation. Initially a sugarcane estate and since the mid-1970s a municipal housing development for the Indian community beginning with unit 4-Stonebridge. Sections were initially labelled as precincts and later renamed with proper street addresses. Until the early 1990s Phoenix was divided into plain units. Now, Phoenix is made up from 23 areas, such as: Grove End (unit 17) Eastbury Southgate Greenbury Rainham Stonebridge Centenary Park Campbell's Town Centenary Heights Rockford Clayfield Longcroft...