“We have a responsibility to leave for future generations a planet that is healthy and habitable by all species.” —David Attenborough
Conservation
Dense coastal forest makes up 150 hectares with dune forest covering another 70 hectares. Enjoy easy and private access to one of South Africa’s most pristine beaches.
Living side by side with animals such as oribi, duiker, impala, waterbuck, tortoises, wild cats, and a host of local birds from Knysna turacos to double collared sunbirds is a reality when you invest in the Kenton Eco Estate. This is because only 12% of the entire Kenton Eco Estate will ever be developed and homeowners undertake not to have walls or fences separating their properties.
Plots
330
330 plots are grouped in 4 distinct village settings
Plots measure approximately 800 – 850 square metres
12%
Only 12% of the estate will ever be developed
200
Approx 200 plots have been bought – 60%
Contact an estate agent for more information
Infrastructure
The infrastructure for the entire estate is complete and working efficiently. Details include:
Electricity supplied directly by Eskom to each plot
Water supplied by the Ndlambe Municipality to each plot
A modern security system comprising CCTV dome cameras with night vision, zonal electrified fencing, an intelligent entry/exit card scanner, 24-hour manned security and regular patrols.
A state-of-the-art waterborne sewerage system with independent treatment works
More than 10kms of immaculately paved roads
A solid wall on the R72 road perimeter stretching for more than a kilometer and incorporating a 600 square metre gatehouse with offices and a boardroom
Soft street lighting from bollards that minimise light pollution
“We need to reach a balance where people, habitat, and wildlife can co-exist – if we don’t everyone loses!” —Steve Irwin
ARCHITECTURE, GARDENING AND BUILDING PARAMETERS
In line with a commitment to being an eco estate in the truest sense of the word, the architectural guidelines advocate the use of sustainable local materials and aim to conserve water and optimise energy usage.
The palette of colours aims to blend in as far as possible and create the illusion of shadows rather than imposing facades that will jar with the landscape.
No boundary walls are permitted to maintain the integrity of the paths and spaces used by the wild animals in the area.
Formal gardens are contained in courtyard areas, to preserve as much of the natural vegetation as possible.
Where required, the rehabilitation of natural bush is energetically pursued together with an ongoing eradication of alien vegetation.
The design guidelines incorporate only indigenous planting – where planting will take place – to minimise irrigation and other associated and unnecessary expenditures of energy reserves.
Solar geysers are preferred and encouraged.
Rainwater is a vital resource. Each residence is required to have an underground rainwater water storage tank with minimum capacity of 50 000 litres.
“It’s the little things that citizens do. That’s what will make the difference. My little thing is planting trees.” —Wangari Maathai