Why the Western Cape's Wilderness makes a great home

Wilderness, situated amid a stretch of coastline described by many as one of the most beautiful in the world, makes a wonderful home for various reasons. For starters, its beauty cannot be overstated and there is both an abundance of stunning homes available and tracts of land upon which you could build your own masterpiece. Jawitz Properties takes a closer look at why you should consider making Wilderness their home.

Luxurious freestanding homes on offer

If you look at the properties on the market in Wilderness, you'll find expansive family homes with views and features that will take your breath away. There are also ample opportunities to buy vacant land and build your dream home. According to Lightstone statistics, freehold properties form the overwhelming majority of properties in Wilderness, accounting for 89.9% of available market stock. More than half of all existing homeowners in Wilderness have owned their properties for at least 11 years, which is a testament to the lovely way of life on offer here.

Wilderness is an area well-loved by pensioners and mature buyers, with 67% of recent buyers being 50 years of age or older. The value of freehold properties in the area is growing steadily year-on-year, making Wilderness a wise investment.

If you're looking for a waterside property with gorgeous views or a sprawling mansion with every convenience, you've come to the right place. The discerning buyer can discover opulent villas and large properties that feature pristine indigenous coastal forests as well as open land, dams and expansive homes. Such properties could be used as luxurious family homes or transformed into boutique guesthouses or spas.

Natural beauty as far as the eye can see

With mountains, lakes, forests and coastline, Wilderness creates an environment that can easily make you feel like you're on holiday all year round. At the same time, being just 10km from the city of George means that there's nothing lacking in terms of amenities and conveniences. There are plenty of outdoor activities in the area suited to young and old alike, from mountain biking, horse riding and paragliding to whale watching, hiking and angling. In the opinion of many residents, the best place to enjoy the stunning views of the area is Map of Africa. This viewpoint is accessible via a well-maintained gravel road, and you'll get to enjoy spectacular mountain and forest vistas.

A wide array of things to do outdoors

Digital nomads and remote workers with a passion for the outdoors would do well to consider making their home in Wilderness because there's no shortage of ways to take advantage of the breathtaking scenery. Residents of Wilderness can make the most of everything that Garden Route National Park has to offer, including hiking, mountain biking and forest excursions, as well as the much-loved Otter Trail. The Otter Trail - which requires advanced fitness levels - is a five-day-four-night adventure and South Africa's oldest and most iconic hiking trail. Other popular hiking trails around Wilderness included the Half-Collared Kingfisher Trail and the Brownhooded Kingfisher Trail.

Wilderness Beach - described as "unspoilt", "beautiful" and "expansive" - is an Instagram-worthy white sand beach that's ideal for long walks, playing with your dog or just relaxing and soaking in the beauty. If you're lucky, you may get to watch dolphins playing in the waves.

Life in Wilderness is far from the big city, but close to amenities. It is a place where residents get to enjoy resplendent natural beauty and a quiet, laid-back way of life. Jawitz Properties has plenty of properties for sale in the area, so contact us today for help in finding your Wilderness home.