Bringing back ‘neighbour’ in ‘neighbourhood’

ALMOST two months since its phase one launch, Lalela Estate is taking us back to the heart of the matter, reminding us of good old family values and the importance of building connections.

The picture of a safe, family-friendly neighbourhood for most people is neighbours gathering for a catch-up at the end of their roads and children laughing as they ride their bikes.

Lalela is zoning in on what makes a quintessential neighbourhood setting and reviving our most-loved characteristics of living in a community, all at an affordable price point.

“At Lalela Estate, we’ve created the perfect marriage of what some might term a traditional estate that has a true neighbourhood feel. We have created the opportunity for small neighbourhoods to exist within the larger estate, through the creation of “lane architecture” leading to a cul-de-sac. The benefits of cul-de-sac living is what drives the vision of Lalela.

“The formation of the small arterial roads will allow neighbours to live with one another in a community without divisive walls, and enough privacy to live comfortably,” says Geoff Perkins, the head of residential projects at Collins Residential. The lanes will allow for the creation of small eco-systems of connected families. This kind of connection tends to impart a feeling of belonging for residents while providing an additional layer of security.

Perkins adds: “The two- and three-bedroom homes go beyond the walls and fit comfortably within the 104 hectares of lush greenery and natural wetlands. Drawing you closer to nature, residents will enjoy serene living and a sense of reconnecting with the things that matter.”

Homeowners can choose from five custom-designed, single-storey architectural homes, designed with their own private garden under freehold ownership. Starting from R2.295 million, with no transfer duty and no conveyancing fees. There is only a R50 000 reservation fee required.