About Region: Cape Metropolis, South Africa

The Cape Metropolis is consistently the most searched area on PropertyGenie. The City Bowl and Atlantic Seaboard remain top choices for urban living, while Somerset West, Constantia, Hout Bay and Muizenberg are more sedate choices.

Immensely popular among local and foreign buyers, Cape Town properties offer some of the most beautiful views and surroundings in the world. Property choices include apartments, retirement villages, wine farms, family homes, semi-detached homes and security estates.

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About City/Town: Gordon's Bay, South Africa

Gordon's Bay is a harbour town situated in the northeastern corner of False Bay, close to Strand, and about 50km from Cape Town. The town - still considered a village by many of its residents - comprises three parts: the 'old village' situated around the old harbour, Bikini Beach and the main beach; the 'mountainside which lies on the lower slopes of the Hottentots-Holland Mountains; and 'Flat Gordon's Bay' which is the most recently developed part. The older part of Gordon's Bay is home to the South African Naval College, an officer training center located adjacent to the old harbour and yacht marina. The Steenbras Dam, Cape Town's primary supply of drinking water, is located on the mountain above the town.

About City/Town: Somerset West, South Africa

Somerset West is a part of the Helderberg region and lies about 50 km southeast of Cape Town. It is within easy reach of the beaches of False Bay, on the Atlantic Ocean. The town is overlooked by the imposing Helderberg mountain, a part of the Hottentots-Holland range. The town is a favourite with international investors and holidaymakers due to its relaxed, rural living, safe swimming beaches and wealth of sporting activities, including top golf courses. The area offers a broad range of property options including houses, golf estates, wine estates and country estates. Recent reports state that Somerset West is home to many of South Africa's wealthiest individuals.

About City/Town: Strand, South Africa

Strand is a seaside town situated on the eastern edge of False Bay and at the foot of the Hottentots Holland Mountains. Its geographical position is just between Macassar and Gordon's Bay, about 5 km southeast of Cape Town. Its main attraction is five kilometers of white sandy beach and most houses and apartments are located close to this. During the summer, tourists from inland - mainly Johannesburg - flock to the area to take advantage of some of the best and safest swimming in the country. Water sports are conducted from various points along the beach and include sailing, power-boating, paddle skiing and board sailing. The Pipe is a part of the beach marked off for surfers and is known for its big, "surfable" waves. Recent expansion in the area has included the development of shopping malls and residential complexes, many with views across the bay to Table Mountain and Cape Point. The suburb offers easy access to Cape Town International Airport and there is a train service to the Cape Town CBD.

Property in Region: Cape Metropolis, South Africa