Ground breaks on Margate’s first-ever eco-estate
Residents of Serenity Hills will enjoy a year-round subtropical climate, incredible swimming beaches, indigenous forests, and the laidback lifestyle synonymous with the region.
Local stakeholders, government officials and media representatives attended the launch of the sustainability-driven eco-estate, Serenity Hills, at its Margate site last Thursday.
Since the announcement of the innovative estate in May 2022, there has been massive interest from homeowners searching for nature-based living, with community and environment at its heart.
The location of the beautiful coastal town of Margate means that residents of Serenity Hills will enjoy a year-round subtropical climate, incredible swimming beaches, indigenous forests, and the laidback lifestyle synonymous with the region.
This 120-hectare eco-estate offers residents secure living with generous natural buffers between homes.
Development Director, Sam Wenger, explained that his Swiss-born family had a deep connection with this piece of paradise, integrating their European heritage with the design and high-level security of this pet-friendly estate.
“We wanted to create a space for families to enjoy, that connected residents with the incredible natural world while incorporating sustainable practices throughout. This extends further than the environment as we truly believe in creating a sustainable local economy that empowers local communities through Serenity Hills.”
The Wenger family has already proven its commitment to this ethos, establishing the world-class Packshed Restaurant – now forming part of the estate – which upskills and employs locals. This award-winning fusion food restaurant has already become a major drawcard for visitors to the area.
Speaking at the sod-turning ceremony, CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE), Phelisa Mangcu, described Serenity Hills as a ‘game changer for the area’.
“The KZN South Coast boasts immense potential for real estate investment and Serenity Hills is a prime example of what can be achieved by those with the right vision. SCTIE welcomes this development which is not only the area’s first eco-estate, it also brings much-needed employment and a boost to the local economy.”
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