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Alverstone at a glance

Alverstone is a prominent and luscious green suburb located in the Outer West Durban region. Boasting a location rich in natural beauty, residents live in harmony with the indigenous flora and fauna that captures the hearts of many homebuyers.

While residents enjoy the perks of a modern country lifestyle, they also have the convenience of being within minutes from shops, schools, a private hospital, entertainment amenities, and great restaurants.

Property in Alverstone ranges from elegantly built country villas to vacant land to build the home of your dreams.

As most properties are level, Alverstone is also home to many stud farms. Smallholdings with equestrian facilities are sought-after in the area. Many of these properties boast spacious grounds which are excellent for horse riding.

Climate

Those who live in Alverstone get to make the most of warm days and cool evenings during the summer months, when temperatures rise into the high 20s or 30s during the day and drop pleasantly into the high teens or low 20s in the evenings. During the coldest months of the year, from June to August, a jersey is likely to be needed, as maximum temperatures are likely to reach only the high teens or low 20s.

Schools in the area

Residents in Alverstone have the privilege to send their children to the internationally acclaimed Roseway Waldorf School. The Roseway Waldorf School in the area was founded in 1985 by a group of six families and three teachers. The school opened with just eight children and was housed in a small farmhouse in Alverstone. Today the school caters for children as young as three months old to grade 12.

Kearsney College and Highbury Preparatory are located within two minutes away from Alverstone. Hillcrest Primary and Hillcrest High School are other prominent schools found near the area.

Healthcare in the area

Residents are not short of medical facilities in the area. The closest hospitals to Alverstone are Busamed Hillcrest Private Hospital in Kassier Road and Hillcrest Hospital in Hospital Road. Other notable institutions are the Highway Sub-acute and Rehabilitation Hospital, Medicross Hillcrest, and Healing Hills Hospital.

Shopping centres

There are many shopping facilities available for residents near Alverstone. The Hillcrest Corner Shopping Mall, Christians Village, and Hillgate Mall are just a mere ten-minute drive away from the suburb.

Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)

The King Shaka International Airport is 60 km away from Alverstone. This journey will take a 45-minute drive via the N3 and N2. Hillcrest CBD is approximately 7 km or 10 minutes away.

Restaurants

Situated overlooking The Valley of a 1000 Hills, The Pot And Kettle family restaurant is a well-kept secret in the area. The wheel-chair friendly restaurant offers free Wi-Fi and secure parking for patrons, as well as a safe area for children to play together.

Other local favourites include the Lucky Bean and The View Cafe.

Special attractions

Alverstone is a fun place for both the young and old. Aside from the great activities at the malls and restaurants, residents can visit the Alverstone Wildlife Park and The Mushroom Farm Shopping Centre.

1. Alverstone Wildlife Park

The Alverstone Wildlife Park is a beautiful 100-hectare nature reserve found in the area. The reserve was established in 1997 by a group of nature-loving neighbouring landowners. The wildlife park prides itself on having a diverse ecosystem. It includes grasslands, a forest, and wetlands. Visitors can marvel at the herds of blesbok, blue wildebeest, impala, zebra, duiker, bushbuck, bushpig, civet, mongoose, and rock hyrax at the reserve.

2. The Mushroom Farm Shopping Centre

Offering a relaxing country charm, The Mushroom Farm is a family-owned vibrant centre located just 5-minutes away from Alverstone. Visitors enjoy shopping amongst the chickens and rabbits at an array of unique shops. There is also a farmyard and jungle gym for the kids to keep busy. From kiddies to moms, antique collectors, animal lovers, foodies, and gardeners - there is something for everyone at The Mushroom Farm.

Make Alverstone your home. Let it be your story.

Alverstone is a gorgeous suburb for those with a love for the equestrian life. It is also the perfect place to watch your children grow up in a safe environment. For more information on the properties available in Alverstone, contact Seeff Hillcrest & Kloof today.

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