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The Riebeek Valley property area comprises the two historically significant villages of Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West, which are only some 5km apart - separated by lush, green vineyards. It extends over the landmark Kasteelberg Mountain to the farming area of Riebeeksrivier and in an easterly direction towards the village of Hermon. The popularity of the region continues to increase, attracting discerning buyers from overseas as well as local buyers from all parts of South Africa.

The scenic splendour of the Valley is unparalleled. The Kasteelberg mountain forms a dramatic backdrop to the extravagant sweep of the Valley which embraces sun-loving vineyards, olive groves and wheat fields all highlighted by vivid yellow splashes of canola fields in spring. The distant Winterberg Mountains which punctuate the eastern horizon towards Tulbagh and Ceres are iced with snow in the winter months, making this area one of the most spectacular regions in which to own property in South Africa.

Riebeek Valley property enjoys a close proximity to Cape Town. While the country lifestyle of the Riebeek Valley is typically relaxed, the bright lights, faster pace and more sophisticated attractions of Cape Town are only an hour’s drive away, as are the many places of interest and shopping malls in the surrounding wine-growing towns of Wellington, Paarl, Stellenbosch, the Somerset West property area, Tulbagh and Durbanville. The Swartland capital, Malmesbury, is a ten minute drive away.

The villages of Riebeek Kasteel and Riebeek West have attracted numerous artists, craftsmen, creative people and independent entrepreneurs who find inspiration in the peace and unspoilt beauty of the Valley. Cape Town International Airport is within easy reach, so work-from-home self-starters are able to stay in touch with their markets and be part of the greater business community. They have contributed much to the quaint character of Riebeek Kasteel!

Tourists come to this picturesque countryside area to enjoy the delicious food and award-winning wines offered by five acclaimed wineries, a feast of excellent restaurants, two top flight hotels and diverse purveyors of gastronomic delights. There is an abundance of bed and breakfast guest houses and self-catering establishments, which receive a year-round flow of Valley enthusiasts who come to the Riebeek Valley for regular weekend getaways or who fill accommodation venues to capacity over the Olive Festival, held on the first weekend in May each year; the Medfest held in March to celebrate food, music, art and all things Mediterranean plus the Shiraz and Art Festival Weekend held in September. This region is also a magnificent setting for weddings with one venue ranked among the top ten in the country. Of course, residents who have invested in Riebeek Valley properties are able to enjoy the outstanding local produce and laid-back country atmosphere all year round.

The Riebeek Valley is referred to as ‘the second Franschhoek’. A picturesque and privileged island of excellence; a unique, niche market that guarantees a good return on investment and an unsurpassed quality of lifestyle - not surprising then that many visitors who discover the Valley for the first time are instantly enthralled by its Mediterranean magic and soon return to purchase property in Riebeek Kasteel or Riebeek West. Contact Leapfrog Properties today for a range of stunning Riebeek Valley property options set amidst the beauty of the Swartland.