For those lucky enough to retire in the Southern Suburbs, it’s not just the easy access, great lifestyle options, excellent shopping and lovely views that will make retirement a joy. It’s also these excellent facilities.
Alphenvale Retirement Village, Constantia
This classy retirement village is just one kilometre from Constantia Village Shopping Centre and the Constantia Sports Complex, with Constantiaberg Mediclinic down the road. It’s well equipped with a clubhouse, snooker room, yoga and braai facilities (to name just a few!) as well as a heated swimming pool, and they pride themselves on good healthcare and excellent security.
Evergreen Lifestyle Village, Bergvliet
On the beautiful Sonnenhof Estate in the heart of Constantia Valley, you’ll find Evergreen Bergvliet: all the best of rural tranquility in a convenient urban setting. Close to the Constantia Village shopping centre, wine farms and restaurants, residents can choose from a number of services to make home maintenance as easy as possible in this social community environment.
CPOA Constantia Place, Constantia
This luxury retirement village offers a full range of options for independent living, all on a Life Rights basis. There are 61 individual cottages and apartments with different care options, and they offer lunch and dinner each day, as well as a variety of leisure options and 24-hour security.
Woodside Village, Rondebosch
Choose from 1 or 2 bedroom cottages and apartments, in this retirement village with 155 cottages and 52 apartments. With primary health care for residents, a central location in the heart of Rondebosch, a lovely clubhouse and heated outdoor swimming pool, Woodside Village is an attractive retirement option for those looking for a well-run, well-managed option.
Summerley Court, Kenilworth
This high-end sectional title retirement village combines luxurious senior living with personalized health care and high-level security – and it’s 97% sold out, with only two assisted living units left. The property used to be the Old Palace Hotel and now offers apartments on five of the six floors, with the sixth floor dedicated to resident facilities with superb views of Table Mountain.
Tokai Estate, Tokai
This retirement estate is currently being developed, and promises a unique blend of architectural design, world-class health facilities, extensive social activities and advanced security features. Five different property types and an easy location close to Blue Route Mall and the M3 will make Tokai Estate an appealing retirement estate for many.
Words: Bridget McNulty
