luxury waterfront houses for sale South Africa

Sole Mandate. Exclusive Thesen Island home offering 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, study, 2 lounges and sweeping canal views. Features parking for 6 cars, private jetty and double garage. Where award-winning marina living meets impeccable South African style. Welcome to your new sanctuary on the water. Imagine waking to a view of the water with your own private jetty and the sun glinting off the wide canal just beyond your garden. This is not just a house; it is a lifestyle statement. Recently reimagined with top-class finishes and a designer’s eye for effortless flow, this magnificent family home on the prestigious Thesen Islands is a rare jewel that blends indoor elegance with the magic of coastal living. The Heart of the Home: Step inside and be welcomed by a sense of airy sophistication. The master suite is a retreat on the ground floor and a sanctuary of calm. It features a huge walk-through dressing room that leads to the bathroom. The main living area features an open-plan kitchen, dining room, and large lounge designed for comfort and easy living. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, boasting a sleek Smeg oven and gas hob, modern appliances, and a separate scullery and laundry that keep life’s mess elegantly hidden. But the true star is the large lounge, with wood-burning fireplace - perfect for cosying up on those chilly Knysna evenings. When the sun is out, simply slide away the glass stacking doors to dissolve the boundary between inside and out, opening onto a large wrap-around deck that leads to the jetty and wide water canal. For a change of scenery, there is a second casual lounge, complete with a built-in coffee station. Opening from this room is a magical, north-facing courtyard bathed in sun, with a soothing water feature. It’s the perfect spot for your morning coffee or an intimate evening glass of wine. The upper level is designed for family and guests. A second main en-suite bedroom opens to a balcony with breathtaking views over the water - a perfect sunrise spot. Two additional bedrooms, each with their own balcony, share a beautifully appointed bathroom. A large, versatile study (perfect as a pyjama lounge or kids' media room) completes the upper level, giving everyone their own space. The Exterior & The Extras: This property is a complete package. With 2 garages, 2 carports, and water access directly from your own private jetty, life here is set up for adventure. But the real peace of mind comes from the home’s modern infrastructure: water tanks, an inverter and solar panels ensure you’re powered and prepared, no matter what. You are not just buying a home; you are buying into an award-winning lifestyle. Thesen Islands is an exclusive, secure marina village offering a world of walkable amenities, from delis and excellent restaurants, exclusive boutique clothing shops to pristine waterways. This is the ultimate family home in one of South Africa's most sought-after addresses. Why You'll Love It: • Master Suite on Main: Rare and perfect for multi-generational living or ultimate privacy. • Dual Living Areas: A formal lounge and a relaxed family lounge with coffee bar. • Sun-Drenched Courtyard: A north-facing secret garden with a water feature. • Light & Connection: Stacking doors that merge home with nature. • Fully Equipped: Smeg appliances, sink master, inverter, 12 solar panels, 4 water tanks = 1500 litres, water filter plant, private jetty. Prepaid electricity • Triple Balconies: Views from every upstairs room. • Parking for 6 cars undercover, double garage, carport and undercover shade parking. This is an opportunity to secure a turn-key waterfront home that needs nothing but your personal touch. This piece of paradise won’t be available long. Call me today to schedule your private viewing.

Opulent, grand and meticulous maintained, this luxury home situated on the gentle slopes of the prestigious Pezula Golf Estate, Knysna, Garden Route, South Africa is a prized find. Large windows and doors throughout the home provide sweeping views of the Indian Ocean from almost every room. Spaces are crafted and refined by double-volume and high ceilings throughout, from entrance hall to entertainment areas. The impressive entertainment areas lead out onto a large patio featuring a sizeable plunge pool that overlooks the natural fynbos and 180-degree ocean views. This home exudes quality. The kitchen comprises of solid cherry-wood cabinetry and granite tops. The bathrooms boast imported European sanitary ware and are fully fitted with Hans Grohe finishes. Wrought-iron balustrades line the staircases and upstairs walkways, and intricate wrought-iron chandeliers hang throughout the home. The flooring throughout is a stunning travertine marble tile and luxury soft Belgotex carpet. Pezula Golf Estate is one of the premier residential developments in South Africa, consistently ranking in the upper end of the top 10 best golf and residential estates in the country. With its prime location high above the lagoon-side town of Knysna on the Garden Route coast and its unique natural environment, this sought-after estate offers the discerning buyer excellent security, an unparalleled lifestyle, and a superb investment opportunity. Residents have access to a communal swimming pool, tennis court and club house, which can be hired for private events. The estate boasts a stunning private beach, which residents can access from the bottom of the estate with just a short walk. Homeowners are also entitled to one free golf membership per home. Situated within the estate is the world-renowned Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, providing numerous 5-star amenities which residents have access to.

The last 575m² on Umhlanga’s beachfront.We won’t tell you this apartment is luxurious. At R20 million, that’s the floor, not the ceiling.What matters is what cannot be built again.575m² under roof — a footprint that no longer exists in new Umhlanga developments, and never will. Front-line sea positioning with no road, no buildings, and no compromise between you and the Indian Ocean. Direct access to the promenade, the beach, and The Oyster Box next door. This is a house masquerading as an apartment. Five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, two pool areas, and the kind of scale that lets you host fifteen for dinner or close the door on the world and not see anyone for a week. The difference is you lock up and leave — to go to Johannesburg, London, or Capetown — and it looks after itself.It also looks after you when the country’s infrastructure doesn’t. Full inverter system. Water back-up. Integrated lighting and remote automation. Load-shedding and water cuts aren’t your problem. Oyster Quays is one of Umhlanga’s iconic addresses — secure, private, and walking distance to The Village, the restaurants, and the retail you actually use. The kind of building where the residents are the reason you want to live there.Properties like this don’t come back to the market often. When they do, they don’t stay long.Private viewings by appointment. Call Nicky.