For those who love the outdoors, natural bounty and a lifestyle that embraces peace and quiet, the northern suburb of Athlone Park, which lies about 7.5 km from Durban and is one of the well-heeled enclaves in Amanzimtoti, is a popular choice. And for good reason. Here, life can be enjoyed at a slower pace and the holiday spirit that spills over from Amanzimtoti is nothing short of infectious – ensuring that residents are seemingly always in a laidback and leisurely mood, and friendly to boot!
About the Neighbourhood
Major perks of the neighbourhood include pristine and glimmering white beaches with ample spots for swimming in the lovely warm Indian Ocean waters and the fishing, water sports and diving opportunities in this area are excellent. Other features include picture-perfect nature reserves – including the Bird Sanctuary (which is laid out through a small forest with a number of water features and grassed areas along the paths) and the Umbogovango Nature Reserve (the onsite Environmental Resource Centre has a great deal of information regarding the animal and bird life.)
Suburb of choice
Athlone Park is a suburb of choice for many residents who commute daily to their workplaces in Durban, while others choose to invest in holiday homes here. Some of the great amenities on offer include an excellent hospital, many great schools and the 18-hole golf course at the Amanzimtoti Country Club (the tee box at the 18th hole is right on the beach!) Another attraction in the area is the famous Galleria Arbour Town – a mall comprising 87000m² of retail shopping, a games arcade, more than 30 restaurants and 11 movie theatres. It’s ideal for a family outing.
Centre of attraction
The Athlone Park Centre in Prince Street in Umbogintwini enjoys an ideal location: It’s oh-so easy to reach from the nearby N2 highway and the Medexcel medical centre is located right next to it. What’s more, this convenient centre is situated opposite the Umbogintwini Primary School. As a beloved fixture in this community, the centre has seen many revamps and expansions over the years and perks include plenty of free parking (including undercover parking). Top tenants include JustKidz and Nikishas Fashion Boutique. Visit http://athloneparkcentre.co.za/ for more information.
Words: Riekie Human
Images: Supplied
