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Nottingham Rd at a glance
Nottingham Road is a small inland town situated in the rolling hills of the Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal. The N3 freeway from Pietermaritzburg through to Howick connects the Midlands to the rest of South Africa. The Midlands is located approximately 2 hours from Durban and 5 hours from Johannesburg/Pretoria. Each year, the area’s green pastures and farmland serenity attracts thousands of tourists and holidaymakers, therefore the town has become highly popular for inland getaways. Additionally, the area has become the destination of choice for retirees and people seeking a more quiet, country lifestyle.
Many people are attracted to the mild climate, the nature, tranquillity and welcoming country atmosphere. As one of the fastest growing areas in the country, it offers great value for money in terms of property prices, security and easy access to the cities, mountains and the sea.
While best known for its elderly population, the Midlands is not for retirees alone. Commuters are within easy reach of Durban, Johannesburg and beyond either by road or air, with flights out of Pietermaritzburg. Young families are also taking advantage of the unique quality of life and extensive choice of schools in the tranquillity of the Midlands.
Schools
Nottingham Road, and broader Midlands, boasts a handful of prestigious primary schools and high schools for both boys and girls, leaving parents with a range of excellent choices for their children’s education.
Clifton Preparatory School located on Nottingham Road includes a Pre-primary School starting at grade 00, a Junior Primary School for grades 1-3 and finally, a Senior Primary School for grades 4-7. This ensures that children are schooled in a familiar environment throughout their early schooling career through to grade 7. The school has been widely celebrated for its outstanding academic and sporting achievements, as well as its unique horse-riding school and high-quality boarding facilities.
Hilton College is a well-known and highly popular high school situated approximately 30 minutes from Nottingham Road. The school is over 100 years old and was established during the days when KwaZulu-Natal was a British colony. Hilton College is an excellent choice of school for any parent with boys as the teaching staff are world renowned with unique teaching methods that have been specifically designed to teach young boys’ critical thinking.
Michael House is a boarding school for boys situated within a beautiful estate in the Midlands, a short 15- minute drive from Nottingham Road. Michael House boasts an international reputation and is particularly celebrated for its world-class boarding facilities and excellent academic reputation.
St Anne’s Diocesan College is a girl’s boarding school with strong Christian values situated in Hilton, roughly 30 minutes from Nottingham Road. The school is well-known for its beautiful grounds amongst KwaZulu-Natal’s rolling green pastures, as well as its excellent academic record. St Anne’s is highly reputable for its ability to produce disciplined, well-mannered young ladies with an education that exceeds international standards.
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Intaba Ridge is a private game estate situated just 10-kilometres away from the Midlands Mall, on a spectacular mountain ridge. The estate boasts an abundance of wildlife and pays special attention to eco-friendliness and security. Intaba Ridge offers spectacular units amongst the panoramic views of the Pietermaritzburg mountain range and an enviable lifestyle in the harmony of nature.
St John’s Lifestyle and Retirement Village is a premium lifestyle and retirement estate situated in the heart of the Midlands, amongst the lush greenery and rolling hills. The estate boasts a tranquil and peaceful environment with modern units and comprises of two residential aspects, a sectional unit for retirees and freehold homes for couples, families and professionals. Residents of the estate can enjoy vast green fields as the homes lie amid 100 hectares of conservation and agricultural commonages. Homeowners can buy a site and employ the services of a resident team of builders and architects who follow specific guidelines to bring a customised home into creation.
Attractions in Nottingham Road
The Midlands Meander
Also known as the ‘arts and crafts route’, the Midlands Meander has become a popular route amongst tourists with over 160 places to eat, drink, sleep, shop, play as well as a diverse and fascinating mix of arts and crafts. During the 1980’s local artists, weavers and potters decided to join together and create an arts and crafts route and shortly after, 6 studios were opened and the Midlands Meander was created. These villages are set in the picturesque landscape, offering breath-taking views of the hillside farms and mountain range.
One of the most popular attractions on Nottingham Road, the Nottingham Road Brewery, is best known for its outstanding craft beers made from pure spring water from an artesian well on the grounds and fine quality hops and barley. The brewery also includes a gift shop which stocks Midlands apparel and novelty items.
Blueberry Hill
Blueberry Hill is a village of artists, coffee experts, craftsman and artisans perched atop of a hill on Nottingham Road. The village has become a highly popular spot for tourists, particularly for the Blueberry Cafe which is renowned for having the best cheesecake in the province.
The Liberty Midlands Mall
The Liberty Midlands Mall is situated just off the N3, and is known as the jewel of Pietermaritzburg. It boasts over 165 stores to choose from, and is the largest mall in the Midlands. The Mall attracts over
7 000 000 visitors each month. Popular retail brands such as Edgars, Cotton On, Factorie, Foschini and several others can be found throughout the mall, making for the perfect retail therapy destination.
Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty has exclusive residential properties from Nottingham Road - an area that has become widely celebrated for its beauty and tranquillity, making it the ideal choice for families, first-time buyers and retirees. From excellent schooling options, a myriad of activities and entertainment to easy access to both the mountains and the sea, Nottingham offers a unique lifestyle to suit a variety of buyers. To inquire more about the area, contact our expert and experienced agents today.
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