Developers Richprop claim the homes will be the most affordable in upmarket Franschhoek and they plan a variety of accommodation options. The estate will have an access-controlled security system, swimming pool and tennis court. Residents will have their own winery with 3,5 ha of vineyard. It currently produces white wine, and a replanting programme of red varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will soon be under way. A home-owners' association financed by a small levy will run the winery and all owners will get about 10 cases of wine a year, said Richprop MD Des Kruis.
Residents have the option of selling some of the crop.
All buildings will be in the Cape vernacular, with architectural guidelines for those who want to build their own houses.