Club Med Tinley – The conquest begins!

Post the official announcement happening in September 2023, Club Med South Africa saw a record surge in sales reported since the opening of the season in October – doubling previous records. The collaboration between Club Med and Collins Residential Consortium continues to gain momentum as four representatives from Club Med France’s main team met with the Collins Residential team recently in South Africa to finalise detailed design and project roll out ahead of commencement next...

First Club Med Resort in South Africa

The hospitality landscape in South Africa is about to be redefined with the upcoming launch of Club Med Tinley, the first Club Med resort in the country, with a distinctive combination of beach and safari experiences. This ground-breaking development is a result of a collaborative partnership between the esteemed operators, Club Med, and the Collins Residential Consortium, developers of Club Med Tinley. As the first of its kind in the country, this all-inclusive resort is...

The Business Park for Big Ideas

North Point Ballito is a 380,000m2 business park with 58 serviced platforms within an architecturally consistent, master-planned business community. Platforms range in size from 3,000 to 100,000m2 and are flexibly zoned to accommodate most types of businesses, with excellent security, position and infrastructure. Now in the final phase of development, teams are finalising the large-scale sites along the N2 and completing landscaping, lighting and the gatehouse. Half of the park is sold with top structure...

Ballito: Envisioning the Future

With so much happening on the North Coast, it’s difficult to keep track of everything. So, here’s a round-up of what’s been happening in the property sector. You may just see your next buy!   Various “quality of life” factors compel people to choose where they want to live, including the availability and quality of reputable schools, key shopping centres, employment opportunities and a diverse range of housing options. All of this influences locational decisions....

Bringing Back the ‘Neighbour’ in ‘Neighbourhood’

Almost two months since its phase one public launch, Lalela Estate is not only abuzz with activity, but it’s taking us back to the heart of the matter, reminding us of good old family values and the importance of building meaningful connections. For most people, the picture of a safe, family-friendly neighbourhood includes neighbours gathering for a catch-up at the end of their roads and kids laughing as they ride their bikes.   Most of...

A Decade of Growth

In 2022, Rainmaker Marketing celebrates its tenth year in business having established itself as the top award-winning agency in South Africa that specialise in the property sector.   Steering the ship of the award-winning Rainmaker Marketing agency is Director Stefan Botha, who, upon reflection of their decade in business, shares his views on the trajectory of the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast residential landscape. interestingly, the Ballito and Salt Rock populations have doubled in the last 10...

A Place to Call Home

Photo by: Rainmaker Marketing   Tailor-made for the lifestyle you lead, whether you’re a socialite or looking to reitre in comfort, we’re showcasing some of the incredible developments on the North Coast.    Unparalleled Beach Access Seaton Estate is in a class of its own with unprecedented beach access and frontage to the pristine 1.1 km stretch of Christmas Bay beach on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast. Recognising the inimitable beauty, lifestyle and location benefits of Seaton...

All Roads Lead to Lalela

Collins Residential recently commenced the construction of the P228 Provincial Road, fondly known as the “Flag Animal Farm Road” on KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast. The two-kilometre stretch of road is part of major infrastructural upgrades in the Sheffield area that are expected to be completed by the end of this year.   “Construction of the road will not only drastically improve traffic flow and accessibility of the area, but it will also provide convenient access for...