Hartbeespoort, North West

Hartbeespoort at a glance

Background and Historical Information of the Area

Several decades ago, a gentleman named General Hendrik Schoeman was the proprietor of a farm known as Hartbeespoort. He conceived the idea of constructing a reservoir that would benefit the local community, although he could not have foreseen the challenges that lay ahead.

In 1896, construction of the dam wall commenced along the Crocodile River, close to the present-day railway line leading to Meerhof. This ambitious project resulted in the creation of the largest dam in the southern hemisphere. Initially named "Sophia Dam" in honour of his wife, it was eventually renamed to its current moniker, Hartbeespoort Dam. Spanning an impressive 1620 hectares.Top of Form

Area Serenity

Situated approximately a 45-minute drive from both Johannesburg and Pretoria and embraced by the picturesque Magaliesberg mountain range, Hartbeespoort Dam, affectionately known as "Harties" to the locals, has evolved into a bustling hub of recreational activities and stands as a highly favoured weekend retreat for residents of these two cities.

Lifestyle

The allure of Hartbeespoort Dam lies in its captivating beauty, nestled as it is within the embrace of the surrounding mountains. For many, it represents an escape from the urban sprawl of city life. Hartbeespoort Dam serves dual purposes, functioning not only as a vital source of irrigation for local farms but also as a popular resort destination.

One can choose to be adventurous by partaking in the following activities:

• Cableway Hartbeespoort
• Harties Harbour Boat Cruises
• Harties Horse Trail Safaris
• Ama Zwing Zwing Zipline
• Hot Air Balloon Safari

Attractions in the area

• Elephant Sanctuary
• Monkey Sanctuary
• Lion & Safari Park
• Upside Down House
• Lesedi Cultural Village

Top gated estates

There are 8 gated estates to choose from in Harties:

1. Xanadu Nature Estate
2. Estate D' Afrique
3. Pecanwood Golf Estate
4. Leloko Lifestyle & Eco Estate
5. La Camargue Private Country Estate
6. Settlers Village Country Estate
7. Westlake Country & Safari Estate
8. The Islands Estate

Education

The top schools in Harties are, Plaasvoetjies, Pecanwood College, Meerhof School, Hoërskool Hartbeespoort, Xanadu Private School, and Laerskool Generaal Hendrik Schoeman.

Safety

Harties offer a great amount of 24-hour secure estate living options that are safe options to choose from.

Statistics

Let us look at the demographics of homeowners, sellers, and buyers by age in Hartbeespoort.

Sellers: 33.73% between the ages of 18 and 35.

Buyers: 48.19% between the ages of 36 and 49.

Owners: 39.57% between the ages of 36 and 49.

Healthcare

Harties has the following health sectors, Hartbeespoort Mediese Sentrum, Hartbeespoort Clinic, and The Islands Medical.

Shopping Centres

There are a few shopping centres worth mentioning in Harties. The Village Mall, The Islands Shopping Centre, The Mountain Lake Centre, and Sediba Plaza.

Restaurants

The famous cafés and restaurants to visit in Harties are:

• French Toast Koffie Kafee
• De Vette Mossel
• Fisherman's On Deck
• Upperdeck

Distance from key points

Lanseria (HLA) Airport is only 35 km away.

Franchisee - Agents

Sarah-Beth Coetzee Attorneys is the owner of the 3%.Com Properties franchise in Hartbeespoort. 

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