Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape

Port Elizabeth at a glance

With unspoiled beaches, rolling sand dunes and warm Indian Ocean, is Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), boasting all the traditional big-city amenities at a price significantly more affordable than other metropolitans in South Africa.  Home buyers are attracted, not only by the great value our housing market offers, but also the array of fine schools, beautiful beaches, moderate climate, strong family values and fantastic family venues.

LOCATION:
Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) is located on the South-Eastern coast of the Eastern Cape province of South Africa along the shores of Algoa Bay, only 10 minutes from the airport.
More than 40kms of sun splashed sand, and warm waters rim the coast along Algoa Bay. Hobie, Humewood and the Blue Flag King's Beach, are a few of the world-class beaches adorning our beautiful area. Excellent surf breaks and a constant fair wind for sailing, PE is the "Water sports Capital of South Africa"
Designed in a charming Victorian era theme and built around a man-made lake, the new Boardwalk development is the latest attraction for locals and visitors alike.  It comprises a casino, 140 key 5-Star Boardwalk Hotel, conference facilities, 26 000 sqm of retail space to include Woolworths, Checkers, Pick n Pay, major banks, Nu Metro cinemas, restaurants and a new Sun Park Square designed to host major events.  Opt for the finer things in life and take time out to stroll under the boardwalk lights or catch a live show at the Amphitheatre.

RESTAURANTS:
Gqeberha's colourful cultural heritage makes it a popular international and local holiday destination. It is the gateway to the Eastern Cape's adventure, outdoor and African big five game safari tourism. The melting pot of diversity in this beautiful part of the country is reflected in the variety of cuisines offered by its restaurants and cafes e.g. Old Austria, Toro, San Fernandos, Shanna's Portuguese Restaurant, De Kelder, La Kouzina, Company Social Brasserie, Charlie's, Coachman on the Bay and Ginger are some of the restaurants that Port Elizabeth residents enjoy.

THINGS TO DO THE IN THE AREA:
A wide range of leisure opportunities abound for every age group. Beach activities, golf, entertainment, outdoor activities, shopping, historical outings, restaurants, visits to game parks, tours, safaris, water sports. 
It's magical waking up to that holiday feeling whilst at the same time having the convenience of being 5-10 minutes from the commercial hub. 
The beautiful suburbs of Summerstrand, Humewood and South End are within walking distance to the Humewood Links golf course, a genuine seaside links, with wide, undulating fairways, fast greens and thick coastal bush. Sunridge Park is an established residential suburb that has been home to Port Elizabeth's families for generations. 
Sunridge Village, a popular complex of convenient shops, restaurants, speciality stores, salons, florists, medical facilities, pet services, and much more. With the many restaurants, coffee shops, and pubs, there is a fun vibe around this centre. 
There is a beautiful 4km promenade with paths for cyclists, runners and walkers. 
Cape Recife Nature Reserve is in the area along Marine Drive and includes SANCCOB, Gqeberha's marine bird rehabilitation and education centre. Port Elizabeth is home to the most diverse array of vegetation types in South Africa protecting five of the country's seven ecozones. The Roseate Hiking Trail is a 9 km circular walking trail in the Cape Recife Reserve and offers beautiful unspoiled beaches, natural dune vegetation, rocky outcrops, a lighthouse an old-World War II observation post as well as a bird hide.
Kragga Kamma Game Park, a privately owned coastal grassland and forest, shelters many herds of native African animals. Drive through the reserve to observe white rhinos, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and other species in their natural habitat.
Bayworld is a child-friendly museum with animal shows, maritime and historical exhibits
South End Museum
The beachfront suburb of Summerstrand is home to International Ironman events. 

EDUCATION FACILITIES:
Herbert Hurd Primary School, Charlo Primary School, Clarendon Park Primary School, St Augustine's Primary School, Erica Girls Primary School, Greenwood Primary School, The Hill College, Curro Westbrook High School, Harvest Christian School, St Georges Preparatory School.
Elsen Academy school (caters for children with learning difficulties)
Quest School (caters for children with autism)
Summerwood Primary School (dual medium, co-ed)
Pearson High School (dual medium, co-ed)
Cape Receife school (caters for children with special needs) 
Other schools include Woodridge College, Grey High School, Collegiate Girls High School, St Dominics Priory School, Theodore Hertzl Schools, Westering High School, Alexander Road High School, Victoria Park High School and Nelson Mandela University.

MEDICAL FACILITIES:
Professional medical practitioners operate from various medical facilities ensuring your family's health care needs are met. In Forest Hill you will find the Elizabeth Donkin Psychiatric hospital. St Georges Park has a private Life hospital and in Summerstrand, Intercare is ready to help by providing general practitioners, pathology labs, diving medicals, ECGs, lung function screenings, minor surgery and sports medicine.
Port Elizabeth communities enjoy very active Neighbourhood Watch groups, and the residents keep in contact with each other through various whatsapp and telegram groups. There are numerous cameras in the area and the Metro Police, Atlas Security and Fidelity ADT Security keep a watchful eye in and around the neighbourhood.

We have 4 offices in Port Elizabeth, to make your move to this "Friendly City" contact a Property Consultant at either Harcourts Mandela Bay, Harcourts Alpha, Harcourts Beachfront, or Harcourts Summerton.