Success breeds success, an adage truly felt at Kindlewood Estate, where the 4th fourth phase of the estate’s development has begun.
Since launching in 2007, a combination of record sales in the first phases, careful development and planning, and the consistent management of the estate, have ensured that Kindlewood remains one of the most attractive residential estates north of Durban.
Situated south of Mount Edgecombe Country Club Estate, and easily accessible to the Gateway Theatre of Shopping and mixed-use nodes of uMhlanga Ridge and uMhlanga New Town Centre, this “golf-free” gated estate was developed by Tongaat Hulett Developments (THD), as per the original model of estate style living.
Family-oriented and pet-friendly, the highly-secure Kindlewood Estate consists of five phases with 573 residential units in total. Phases one and two and of the development have sold out and are fully developed, and phase three is sitting at 80% sold. With this successful take-up, the first segment of phase four is now available for purchase and is already selling fast. With sites selling for between R1,1 and R1,3-million, Kindlewood gives investors and potential home-owners the chance to enjoy the safety and freedom of estate living at it’s best.
One of the outstanding features of Kindlewood Estate is the newly built Community Centre, an elegantly appointed function venue that is seen as the flagship of the development. Not only a wonderful venue to enjoy functions, this centre boasts a soccer pitch, tennis courts, a swimming pool and cricket nets –- the perfect combination of facilities for an active family.
The high-tech security that makes estate living so attractive, is one of Kindlewood’s greatest attributes and is continually upgraded to keep up with the latest technology. Electrified perimeter fencing, camera surveillance and a 24/7 gate-monitoring service with camera surveillance work hand-in-hand with the controlled access of the gated entrances off Mount Edgecombe Drive.
Striking the perfect balance between the security of a gated estate and the freedom of movement, Kindlewood boasts 14 hectares of open space and wetland area. The expansive lawns and 2,.5km of fully-lit cart paths meandering through the estate, are enhanced by the estate’s green buffer zone running the length of the western boundary. Complete with discreet viewing sites, this unique feature offers residents the opportunity to enjoy the natural fauna and flora of Kindlewood’s wetland areas.
In response to the beauty of Kindlewood’s open spaces, the estate has adopted a contemporary interpretation of the traditional Natal veranda style of architecture. This modern, fresh and sophisticated approach features the extensive use of windows and glazed doors, with clear, linear elements. The colonial heritage of earth and sugar cane are referenced in the natural colour palette of the homes, with earthy face-brick, green roofs, and cream walls used in various combinations. Large wrap-around verandas encourage high quality outdoor living and entertaining that takes maximum advantage of the surrounding vistas.
The harmony of the architecture is carried through to the estate’s landscaping, with planting guidelines favouring indigenous species.
Ever mindful of the importance of respecting natural resources, Kindlewood has been designed with a “green” conscience. A borehole for irrigation, rainwater harvesting and an attenuation pond serve as aesthetic and functional features of the open spaces.
In addition to this, home owners are encouraged to include practical sustainability measures in their homes and surrounding environs and are guided on things like the use of solar panels, building orientation in order to optimise natural lighting and cooling efficiencies, and sustainable environmental design principles in their homes.
An estate to be proud of for those who already call it home, Kindlewood has proven itself as a highly sought after residential development in the heart of uMUmhlanga’s growth corridor.
For more information contact:
Hanlie or Adriaan on 031 818 2000