From the Mouth of Manor Estates: Q&A with Gary Liebenberg, Project Coordinator

Q: Who are the developers of Manor Estates? A: The two developers are Bruce Hullett and Anton Van de Post. Bruce is the grandson of the late Sir Leigh Hulett, the original owner of the Manor House, which means his involvement in the development is close to heart. Anton has dedicated his adult years to developing and perfecting his skills as a communicator and management consultant in the business arena. Both are well known locals and businessmen on the North Coast. Q: What is the over-arching vision from the development team for Manor Estates? A: Our vision is to create an estate which is affordable without compromising the lifestyle aspirations of our purchasers who wish to live on the esteemed North Coast. We believe that Manor Estates will provide buyers with not only a secure quality of life but also a sound property investment for the future. Q: Who do you envision living on the estate? A: A complete mix! First time buyers, singles, young families, mature couples as well as astute investors. Q: What kind of lifestyle can be expected for those who choose to settle in Manor Estates? A: A safe country-style life with the convenience of close proximity to all amenities – the new King Shaka International Airport, North Coast beaches, schools, shopping centres and hospitals. Q: What is the investment potential in Manor Estates for investors? A: We have already seen an immense interest by investors in the rental potential of Manor Estates. In fact, one of the ways in which Manor Estates plans to accommodate renters is by installing prepaid electricity and water meters for tenants. The great rental prospects plus capital appreciation on the initial investment is truly an added bonus. Q: What makes Manor Estates unique? A: The affordability of Manor Estates certainly distinguishes it from other estates with land from R299, 000 and apartments from R539, 000 – we know that Manor Estates is great value! Q: What has been the biggest success of the estate thus far? A: Our team has secured in excess of 20% of sales of the development to date. We are proud to have achieved this figure in the last year, especially since buyers seemed to have been cautious in general following the economic crisis. We believe that now Manor Estates is perfectly positioned to benefit from the property market up-swing which experts predict. Q: What development has taken place on site to date? A: We have just completed the first apartment block in Manor Gardens consisting of six apartments and are busy with the first two show houses following the success of the Wetherlys decorated apartment unit. We have also started the construction of the second apartment block in Manor Gardens and three blocks in Manor Mews. 90% of the civils and electrical reticulation have been completed and we are so looking forward to turning on the lights for Christmas.

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