Groot-Brakrivier Property & Home Sales

Groot Brakrivier at a glance

Nestled between George and Mosselbay, with sweeping panoramic views of the south Cape, you will find Groot-Brakrivier, a beautiful countryside town on the banks of the Great Brak River. Great Brak River which is translated “Groot-Brakrivier” in Afrikaans is a coastal village in the Mossel Bay Local Municipality in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is an historic village built around the lagoon of the Great Brak River.

At the very heart of South Africa's Garden Route, Groot-Brakrivier is 420km from Cape Town, only 17 kilometres away from the town of Mossel Bay and 28 kilometres from George - where you will find everything you need to suit your convenience, from shopping centres, healthcare services and businesses to entertainment. 

Served by the N2 highway, allowing quick and easy access to main attractions, including the George Airport which is a cool 15-minute drive from Groot-Brakrivier. The airport does not only play a central role in the region's tourist economy, it is also a national distribution hub for cargo such as flowers, fish, oysters, herbs and ferns.

The Perfect Holiday Destination

Groot-Brakrivier enjoys mild and pleasant climate throughout the year, therefore making the town the perfect getaway at any time. Most holiday resorts are nestled along the Garden Route Coast line between Mossel Bay and George. Here you can relax and enjoy the serene atmosphere, surrounded on the one side by the river and on the other by sand and sea. Here is where you will find only tranquility, warmth and nothing but a majestic scenery. Beyond the village, near the mouth at the south end of the estuary is “The Island”, where many holiday homes of timber frame structure are situated.

Property in Groot-Brakrivier

Keeping true to its village character, traditionally, houses for sale in Groot-Brakrivier were based around timber frame structures. Groot-Brakrivier, now, offers an array of properties with spectacular seaside views that offer a reprieve from the bustling city life. With various property options such as; investment opportunities to luxurious family homes and vacant land just ripe for development. If you are leaping towards residing in Groot-Brakrivier, the properties vary from modern villas, sprawling countryside farmlands filled with rustic charm and not forgetting deluxe homes close to the beach and the river with marvelous views and expansive grounds.

If the area interests you, why not purchase a home amid this countryside landscape. Homes available in Groot-Brakrivier from Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty range in price from on average, R480 000 – R3 million. With the many property options on the market, you are more than likely to find your dream home. 

The Groot-Brakrivier Lifestyle

Groot-Brakrivier does not just make a great holiday destination in the Garden Route, it also affords an ideal residential property option. If you are retiring and looking for a better way of life, away from the busy and rushed city lifestyle, you will certainly find that Groot-Brakrivier will offer you a more serene and composed lifestyle. The town is home to a Retirement community that boasts a full spectrum of retirement offerings including; own title houses, assisted living flats, frail care units, sub-acute care facilities, community centers and a multitude of Senior Services. With all the necessary facilities and amenities are only a stone-throw away, you can also be assured of one more very important prerequisite, which is “convenience”.

Pristine Beaches 

Discover the unspoilt beaches which boasts; clean, safe and beautiful shores. Little Brak, Rheebok, Tergniet, Hersham, Great Brak, Outeniqua and Glentana are some of the most popular beaches. These local white sandy beaches are frequented by surfers, and the waters are calm and safe for swimming. If you are into rock fishing, the beaches surrounding Groot-Brakrivier is the ideal spot, and if you are a fan of whale watching, you are in luck.

Adventure Activities 

Throughout Groot-Brakrivier, you will find that the bird life is abundant, especially near the rivers at places such as Pine Creek Holiday Resort. Enjoy hiking trails within the area, with different species of Fynbos and Flora for the public to view. There is also an Indigenous forest in the area and Botlierskop Game Farm, which has an eyeful of species. Hit off your Garden Route adventure with a blast with many other adventurous activities offered, including: 

• 4x4 Trails

• Abseiling

• Boat trips

• Bungee Jumping

• Diving

• Disabled Tours

• Eco-Adventures

• Farm Experience

• Leisure Adventure

• Mountain Biking

• Motorcycle Trips

• Sailing

• Shark Cage Diving

• Skydiving

• Tubing

Cango Caves

The Cango Caves is located in Precambrian limestones at the foothills of the Swartberg range near the town of Oudtshoorn, an approximate 1½ hours’ drive from Groot-Brakrivier. The 20 million year-old Cango Caves system consists of a series of hidden chambers cut deep into a thick limestone rock layer. If you are daring and adventurous, then you will enjoy taking the plunge to experience the Cango Caves Adventure Tour. You will enter a mysterious and extraordinarily beautiful world of rock creations, cellar-like chambers and low passageways. Be ready to skulk, stoop and squash your way through an intriguing underground world.

Amenities 

Mossel Bay Mall

Mossel Bay Mall Shopping Centre is conveniently situated in the heart of Mossel Bay central, 20 minutes away from Groot-Brakrivier. The Mall's anchor tenants are Checkers, Woolworths, Foodlover's Market, Dischem and Clicks. The trendy and upmarket centre graces customers with more than 70 stores, which include leading flagship stores, delicious eateries, and medical facilities. A total of 55 national and independent retailers make up the balance of an existing range of shops. 

Schools in Groot-Brakrivier 

Groot-Brakrivier offers brilliant schooling options and is home to a number of primary schools and secondary schools. There are also private schooling options in and around the town including:

• Great Brak Primary School

• Great Brak Secondary School

• Laerskool Vorentoe Primary School

• Milkwood Primary School

• Curro Mossel Bay

• Hoerskool Punt

• Ocean Ridge Private School

• Erika Primary School

• Punt High School

• Hillcrest High School

Healthcare Facilities 

Groot-Brakrivier has high quality and professional healthcare facilities in and around the area. These facilitate all your medical requirements in a caring and expert manner, some of which include:

Groot-Brakrivier Clinic

Groot-Brakrivier Clinic is a government organisation. The primary health-care facility provides HIV, AIDS and TB-related treatment. The clinic also has a community oriented primary health-care programme that monitors and proactively works towards the improved health and well-being of families in the area.

Life Bay View Private Hospital

Life Healthcare is one of the largest private healthcare hospital groups in South Africa, operating 63 acute care facilities across the country. Situated high on a hill in Mossel Bay, with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean, the 108 bed Life Bay View Private Hospital is an upmarket, high-technology facility, located in a tranquil setting. The facility’s world class health-care is achieved through a combination of unparalleled quality and clinical excellence; along with a true focus on the personal needs of patients and their families.

Groot Brakrivier is in no doubt the perfect place to spend any amount of time, whether you make it your “forever home” or just the perfect holiday destination. The lushness of the great outdoors, spanning greenery, and idyllic sceneries, what’s there not to love? If this area interests you, then contact us, and we will help you find your Groot-Brakrivier paradise.