R33.5 million for a small piece of land in a popular South African coastal town

A 990-square-meter plot of land in Hermanus is on the market for R33.5 million, making it one of the most expensive pieces of land in South Africa.

The plot is located in Voelklip in Hermanus and offers views and easy access to the nearby beaches.

Hermanus is a town on the southern coast of the Western Cape province of South Africa, known for Southern Right whale watching.

The town is stretched along a narrow ribbon of land between mountains and a shoreline with great beaches.

It boasts the most diverse floral kingdom in the world, mountain walks, world-class beaches, secluded forests, and lagoons.

In recent years, the once-quiet town has experienced an influx of wealthy South Africans and international property buyers.

The once small fishing community on the rugged South Cape coastline has become one of South Africa’s most well-known and loved tourist destinations.

Hermanus offers tourists numerous activities, like whale watching, safaris, marine Big 5 tours, and mountain trails.

People can also enjoy the Hermanus Cliff Path, scenic walking areas, Grotto Beach, a country market, and visiting wine farms.

The town’s rise in popularity has caused house and land prices to rapidly increase over the last decade.

Hermanus boasts two of the most expensive streets and suburbs in South Africa – Eastcliff and Kwaaiwater.

The fact that property prices in this coastal town exceed areas like Sandton shows just how expensive house there have become.

A perfect example is the 990-square-meter plot of land in Voëlklip, a popular holiday destination situated between mountain and sea on the outer reaches of Hermanus.

Voelklip’s property landscape is still somewhat reminiscent of the past but has evolved into a modern residential and holiday destination.

Large contemporary homes replaced the small fishermen-like cottages. However, it has been shielded from overdevelopment.

It still possesses a sense of natural splendour and is close to a wealth of world-class amenities, including restaurants and shopping areas.

West of Voelklip, there are boutique shopping centres and medical facilities, such as the Hermanus Medical Centre and Ipic Shopping Centre.

There is a cliff path that stretches from Voelklip to the New Harbour and the lagoon close by offers sailing, canoeing and even waterskiing.

The 990-square-meter plot in Voelklip is on the market for R33.5 million. It is stretched between two large properties and right on the beach.

The high price of this property shows that Hermanus can be viewed in the same light as South Africa’s most sought-after addresses, like Camps Bay and Clifton.

The images below show the 990-square-meter plot in Voelklip.