Silver Lakes Estate Area Profile

Silver Lakes Golf Estate at a glance

Located in Pretoria East, Silver Lakes lies on the northern slopes of the Bronberg, part of the Magaliesberg mountains. The area is perfect for those who do not wish to live in the city but have access to the amenities that the city offers. 

Silver Lakes is popular for its security estates. People who purchase property in the area prefer the many benefits of living in an estate, accessibility to golf courses, along with becoming one with nature. The tranquil surrounds in these estates also provide a secure escape from busy city life.

Silver Lakes Golf & Wildlife Estate
Developed around a designer golf course, the peaceful Silver Lakes Golf & Wildlife Estate was established in 1993 and has become an icon in the area over the years. Offering homeowners an idyllic lifestyle, pleasant surroundings, picturesque lake views, natural dams, tennis courts, hiking trails, squash courts, a swimming pool, and more, property on the estate is highly sought-after. 

The Retirement Village at Silver Lake boasts being one of the top 3 Retirement Villages in Pretoria (Best of Pretoria Awards). It consists of 24 attractive red face brick homes, a community centre and a few small offices.

According to Lightstone the average price of the property was R3 450 million in 2018 and is R3 150 000 in 2019 to date. 

Climate
The climate in Silver Lakes can be noted as humid and subtropical. Summers are long and rainy while winters are short, cool to cold, and dry. The average annual temperature is 18.7 °C. Snowfall is a rare sight. 

Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)
The distance from Silver Lakes to O.R Tambo International Airport is approximately 60km, which amounts to a 40-minute drive with average traffic. Further away, Lanseria International Airport is 68km away from Silver Lakes with a travel time of 50-minutes.

Schools in the area
Schooling options in Silver Lakes include the Curro Hazeldean Independent School, Abbotts College Pretoria East, La Montagne Primary School, Laërskool Tygerpoort,  Willowridge High School, The Glen High School, as well as Hoërskool Die Wilgers.

Medical facilities
There are three convenient medical facilities in Silver Lakes. They are Intercare Sub-Acute Hospital Hazeldean, Intercare Silver Lakes Medical & Dental, and Life Medical Centre - Silver Lakes.

Shopping Malls
The Six Fountains Lifestyle Centre, Kind2Hearing Hazeldean, Silver Oaks Crossing, Stocks Centre, Grove Mall, and Shere Lifestyle Centre are nearby shopping facilities where residents of Silver Lakes can dine, be entertained, indulge in retail therapy, and unwind.

Restaurants
Café 41 in Silver Lakes Estates features a safe children's playground which creates a comfortable dining experience for parents. The wood fired pizza is a favourite amongst the residents, along with an award-winning wine list, and selection of scrumptious cakes. The restaurant also delivers to the residents of Silver Lakes and the other near-by residential areas. 

Situated on the upper level of the Silver Lakes Clubhouse, The Fairways Restaurant overlooks the beautiful lakes, golf course and gardens of the estate. It is the perfect spot to relax and dine after a round of golf while enjoying a breathtaking sunset.

Recreation facilities 
According to the Best of Pretoria Awards, The Game Reserve at Silver Lakes Golf and Wildlife Estate is the 3rd Best Kept Secret in Pretoria. The Game Reserve has a vast range of birdlife and wildlife, which includes sable antelope, kudu, nyala, impala, springbuck, blesbuck, waterbuck, duiker and more. 

Make Silver Lakes your home
RealNet Elegance are property specialists in Silver Lakes and surrounding areas. If you are keen on calling Silver Lakes your home, contact us today.