28/08/2023
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WESTBROOK AT A GLANCE
Situated along the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast, the town of Westbrook is one of the fastest-growing areas in South Africa. With many residential developments and complexes popping up along the coastline over the last few years, Westbrook has lured a significant number of people seeking a change in lifestyle - with its secure suburbs and stunning natural environment. Although Westbrook has a “small town” feel, it is close enough to necessary amenities providing all the conveniences of a big city.
Residents have access to a serene sandy beach with crashing waves and ridges of unspoiled dunes lush with Milkwood trees – a perfect setting for both relaxation and play. The town itself offers a relaxed yet cosmopolitan atmosphere and is close to good schools, shopping centres, and several popular restaurants
Westbrook Surrounding areas to consider for living
ZIMBALI COASTAL RESORT
Zimbali Coastal Resort is a place where miles of deserted beaches divide the warm Indian Ocean and the lush coastal vegetation. A place where you observe schools of dolphins frolicking in the waves and whale sharks cruising lazily by. A place to enjoy bird watching and encounter over 200 species of birds, and indigenous wildlife with shy blue duiker and families of bushbuck wandering through.
LA MERCY
A small suburb situated 35km north of Durban, it lies opposite the King Shaka International Airport. It has four distinct areas - The airport precinct, the main residential area, a shanty town, and a beach-front strip of apartments along South Beach Road.
UMDLOTI
Also known as Umdloti Beach, is a small resort town on the coast of KZN, making it a perfect location to reside at. A stone’s throw away from the beach and just a few km from the airport.
ATTRACTIONS AND AMENITIES
Spice Restaurant (next door to Sotheby’s International Realty Westbrook) - Starting out its journey in 2003, in the heart of Florida Road in Morningside, Durban, Spice Restaurant relocated up the North Coast, finally settling into their new Westbrook home in 2014.
Beach Bums - Their motto of ‘where life is forever chilled’ perfectly sums up the atmosphere of this charming beachy dining experience. Located on the sand of Casuarina Beach, this idyllic restaurant is a short 5km drive from Westbrook. Unique does not even begin to explain this venue – with its laidback surfer atmosphere, you can enjoy lip-smacking meals, live entertainment or have some drinks with friends, all with your feet in the sand.
Flag Animal Farm, Ballito - Situated 20km north of Westbrook, it has been rated as one of the best animal farms of its kind.
Ballito Junction Regional Mall - Featuring a sensational line-up of 200 carefully selected stores together with six anchor tenants including Pick n’Pay, Woolworths, Checkers, Edgars, Game, and Dis-Chem, Ballito Junction Regional Mall combines convenience with a world-class shopping experience. The magnificent 3 leveled shopping opened in March 2017, with a full range of retailers.
Ballito Lifestyle Centre - This is the ideal shopping destination that caters to every shopper’s needs and desires; making for an awesome, al fresco shopping experience. There’s a fine selection of restaurants and boutiques, all perfectly situated in a healthy, outdoor, open-air shopping environment. Currently under revamp, the mall is still open but expect new and exciting stores to come your way.
King Shaka Airport, La Mercy - King Shaka International Airport, conjointly referred to as La Mercy Airport is the major airport in the city of Durban, South Africa. Located at La Mercy, approximately thirty-five kilometers north of the city center. This new airport opened back in 2010 and replaced the now-closed Durban International Airport.
Gateway Shopping Mall, Umhlanga - Gateway Theatre of Shopping is the ultimate retail and entertainment destination. Find everything under one roof in this super-regional shopping center that hosts some of the most elite retail stores in South Africa.
Healthcare - There are many healthcare and medical facilities in close proximity to Westbrook – with state-of-the-art medical centers, clinics, and hospitals equipped to deal with every medical requirement.
Educatiopn - There are a couple of prestigious schools all within driving distance for your convenience. To name a few: Crawford College North Coast Prep, Ashton, Curro Mount Richmore. Other schools in the Umhlanga area include Crawford College La Lucia, Atholton Primary School, La Lucia Primary School, Umhlanga Pre-Primary
For those dreaming of a home away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Westbrook is the place to be. Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty offers many property solutions in this fairly new town. The residential real estate market in Westbrook has a multitude of property types available including; sectional titles in secure estates, townhouses, modern apartment buildings, and holiday homes.
Situated along the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast, the town of Westbrook is one of the fastest growing areas in South Africa. With many residential deve...
