Brits, part of the greater Hartbeespoort Dam in the North West Province
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Brits, part of the greater Hartbeespoort Dam in the North West Province
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The picturesque town of Brits, located alongside the greater Hartbeespoort Dam area in the North West Province, bears the same frontier town ambience today as it did when it was first founded. Known for its large citrus and vegetable farms, the area environment offers fertile land that owes to seasonal prosperity.
Founded in 1931, Brits was originally built to serve as a platinum mining town. Today, almost 95% of all platinum produced in South Africa is mined from both the Brits and Rustenburg areas. As such, the town of Brits adopts both a strong background in the mining, industrial, and agricultural sectors. Brits is also home to Alfa Romeo's hub of African vehicle manufacturing.
Brits at a glance
Thanks to a recent boom in interest within area development, buyers have a large range of property types to choose from. These range from small apartments to freestanding farms and sprawling gated estates and complexes. Properties range from the R750,000 mark to R35 million for certain farms and industries.
Although Brits plays a more functional than an aesthetic role to the greater Hartbeespoort Dam region, residents are still treated to a range of natural wonders and attractions such as the Magaliesberg Mountain range to the town's south and various national parks and reserves which are within an hours reach.
With both Sandton and Pretoria being within an hours reach as well, Brits offers the tranquil elegance of country living with the benefits of having city convenience within reach.
Health and Education
One of the reasons Brits and the surrounding harties area is so attractive is because of the high standard of education one can expect from schools and tertiary facilities in the region. Some the most well-known schools include:
Primary schools
High Schools
Nearby Hospitals
Brits, being a self-sufficient town has a selection of medical facilities such as the Mediclinic Brits, Hartbeespoort Emergency Rescue Unit, Brits District hospital, Taung Province Hospital, The Krishna Medical Center, Oukasie Clinic and the Netcare Akasia Hospital. Owing to its close proximity to Pretoria, which means that world-class healthcare is never too far away.
The Brits - shopping experience
Because of Brit's unique agricultural and industrial heritage, the selection of shopping malls on offer is fairly limited compared to larger cities like Johannesburg or Pretoria. However, a lack of quality is made up for in terms of quality shopping experiences. Brits Mall has all shopping stores and amenities at hanIf you're looking for an experience rich with local flair then the Hartbeespoort Market and Jasmyn Market offers unique arts and crafts.
Eating Out
Because of its agricultural heritage and roots in healthy food and good living, Brits not only has all the popular chains but also a selection quant local delights such as the Stokkiesdraai Restaurant and Equestrian Centre, Homestead Restaurant, Halaal Ab-Habib Restaurant, and The Rustic Crystal Yard.
Things to see and do in Brits
Because Brits has a truly natural look and feel, most of the activities include mostly outdoor adventures and weekend recreation with families in mind. Take a look at some of the following locations in and around the town of Brits.
No trip to the quiet natural outback of the Hartbeespoort Dam without a trip to the Ukutula Lion Park for the quintessential African experience. The park focuses on the conservation of all animals but specifically the king of the big five. The famous African Lion. Alongside these majestic cats, an array of other animals include Cheetahs, hyena's caracals, zebras, giraffes, and even the biggest cat of all - the Bengal Tiger.
Appreciate modern art at Jo Roos Studio Gallery
Jo Roos is known for his world-class sculpture and visual art inspired by the African continent and the natural beauty that our country has to bear. Since the 1970s, Jo Roos' well known gallery has been a permanent feature to Brits adding a level of culture and sophistication to the celebration of our heritage. A trip to Brits is truly incomplete barring this experience.
Unmatched diving experience at Miracle Waters.
Experience an enchanting underwater dive like no other with a complete journey of the water grave of the old open-cast chrome mine. Even though this is not normal ocean diving, the basin of the Harties dam offers a wide variety of freshwater fish and natural elements to view.
Over and above the experience, Miracle Waters is a great place to learn the basics of ocean diving and offers various other onsite options like camping areas, swimming pools, and convenience stores.
Make the move to Brits today
Not only is Brits a culturally and historically significant town, but offers the bliss of country living with the convenience of urban sophistication. With a list of seemingly endless activities and places to see, Brits is the perfect place to start a family, a farm-based business, or two make the scenic destination of your second home.
This is exactly why so many new homeowners are making Brits the destination to be. With the scenic Harties Dam and the breathtaking expanse of the Magaliesberg Mountains as your centrepiece, there shouldn't be any reason not to make this beautiful area your future home.
Whether you're looking to relocate your family to a more scenic environment or whether you're looking for a second home in the exceptional town of Brits, contact us at Property Tree and let our professional group of real estate agents find the right home or farm for you!
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Author: Elrica