Why buy property in Yzerfontein?

The unspoilt fishing village of Yzerfontein is located on South Africa’s beautiful West Coast. This serene stretch of coastline includes a 16-mile beach with both rocky and sandy beaches. It also has a small craft harbour where more than half of the West Coast’s line fish are landed.

Water sport enthusiasts will fit right in with excellent conditions for canoeing, kayaking, surfing and rubber ducking. Fishing is also a favourite past time in Yzerfontein as the waters are teeming with snoek and crayfish.

Originally developed as a farm, Yzerfontein was used as a holiday destination by the owners – The Katz family. It was then gradually developed into a town, but kept as untouched as possible to such an extend that electricity was only introduced in 1979. Commercialisation has also been kept to the minimum with only a small amount of businesses operating in Yzerfontein today.
 
The tranquil lifestyle offered by Yzerfontein is partly due to the fact that it is a declared conservation area. Relaxing hikes among the many footpaths is often rewarded with sightings of the rare black oystercatcher. A perfect day in this village is best ended with spectacular scenes of the sun setting behind the ocean and a delicious meal of barbequed snoek bought from Yzerfontein’s local fish market.

All year round Yzerfontein is a feast for the eye, however spring brings with it a whole new beauty. From August to October, a blanket of stunning wild flowers decorates the dunes and veld in and around Yzerfontein – a true spectacular.

Property in Yzerfontein is located around 90km from Cape Town and fit those who need an escape from the bustling city life, holidaymakers as well as retirees. The raw beauty of this enchanting village offers residents a chance to enjoy nature and simplicity at its best. Yzerfontein property ranges from cosy fisherman’s cottages, beach houses, apartments, townhouses, and a number of beachfront plots and other vacant land options.