{"id":146780,"date":"2019-10-01T03:47:19","date_gmt":"2019-10-01T01:47:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/benefits-of-retiring-on-the-kwazulu-natal-south-coast\/"},"modified":"2019-10-01T03:47:19","modified_gmt":"2019-10-01T01:47:19","slug":"benefits-of-retiring-on-the-kwazulu-natal-south-coast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/benefits-of-retiring-on-the-kwazulu-natal-south-coast\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Retiring on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast"},"content":{"rendered":"

Benefits of Retiring on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast<\/a>: <\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>The South African coastline, which boasts some of the world\u2019s most iconic beaches and towns, has long been popular for residential investors. Along the country\u2019s warmer KwaZulu-Natal coastline lies the idyllic South Coast, a region dense with natural forest and ocean views, which is fast becoming a retirement haven. Here are some of the reasons why retirees are finding a permanent home on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Weather<\/strong><\/p>\n

The warm Indian Ocean and sub-tropical local climate means that residents can enjoy year-round comfortable conditions. Averaging an incredible 320 days of sunshine a year, the South Coast winters hover around 20\u00b0C, with the summer temperatures ranging between 24\u00b0 and 32\u00b0C on average. There has been significant research into the impact of climate on physical and mental wellbeing and \u2013 overall \u2013 results indicate enhanced alertness and memory, as well as heart and respiratory function in warmer climates. Because cold weather requires your body to work harder to regulate heat, blood pressure can increase to unhealthy levels, leading to long-term damage.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Active Lifestyle<\/strong><\/p>\n

While everyone has good intentions with regards to exercise, it is significantly easier to get outdoors and exercise at the coast. The ocean views and fresh sea air are generally more enticing than the cities and built areas. Where colder areas encourage a more indoor lifestyle, the warmer South Coast climate encourages residents to get out and enjoy the natural beauty of the region. In addition, the South Coast is home to numerous cycling and hiking trails within coastal forests, as well as endless sports\u2019 facilities, and aquatic activities such as swimming and paddling. It\u2019s also worth noting that exercising near the sea has been found to burn more calories than indoor activities, while the exposure to sunshine increases calcium absorption, enhancing bone strength and fighting hypertension.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Health Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n

A study from the European Centre for Environment Human Health from the University of Exeter revealed that people living near the coast tend to have better health \u2013 both mental and physical \u2013 than those living inland. Besides maintaining an active lifestyle, sea air and sea water are effective remedies for health problems such as respiratory and cardiovascular conditions, and skin diseases. Deep sea water, rich in minerals, is also known to have therapeutic benefits for the heart. A study published in the Journal of Coastal Zone Management indicated that participants who live in homes with ocean views are calmer than those without them. In addition to the many health benefits, the South Coast is also home to top-class hospitals and medical facilities staffed by renowned medical professionals. These include NetCare Kingsway Hospital in \u2018Toti, Hibiscus Private Hospital in Port Shepstone and Netcare Margate Hospital with many retirement villages also offering high-quality home-based healthcare for residents.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Affordability<\/strong><\/p>\n

As a popular residential investment, houses along the South African coast can be quite pricey, but the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast is able to offer truly affordable investments without sacrificing on quality. There are many secure retirement estates emerging with high-end facilities, as well as security, health care and maintenance services \u2013 all of which are inclusive of the monthly levy. Residents can enjoy swimming pools, gyms, nature trails and community centres \u2013 among many others \u2013 all on their doorstep.<\/p>\n

\u2013 Facilities and Attractions<\/strong><\/p>\n

Those investing in estates will get to enjoy high-end facilities on site, but there is so much more that the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast offers for residents and visiting relatives. This area is home to one of the world\u2019s most revered scuba diving sites \u2013 Aliwal Shoal \u2013 as well as safe swimming beaches ideal for snorkelling, swimming, paddling and surfing. There is horse riding, shark cage diving, whale watching, fishing, coastal forest nature trails, wildlife viewing, day spas, and many other sports and recreational activities such as ice skating and bowling. Known as the country\u2019s Golf Coast, the South Coast offers golfers and would-be golfers the opportunity to play at any of the 11 diverse courses stretching from Umkomaas in the north to the Wild Coast in the south.<\/p>\n

\u201cResidents at Renishaw Hills have commented on enhanced overall health as one of the many benefits of relocating to this spectacular part of South Africa,\u201d explained Phil Barker, managing director of Renishaw Property Developments, developers of Renishaw Hills, a mature lifestyle development on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast. \u201cThe interest in the development is substantial and we are excited to announce the launch of Phase 5 which launches on Monday, 13 May, offering some really exciting investment opportunities.\u201d<\/p>\n

To find out more about this mature lifestyle development, visit www.renishawhills.co.za.<\/p>\n

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