Wellington Central Area Information

Wellington at a glance

Situated at the foot of the Hawequas Mountains, and home to the expanding Kromme river, the gorgeous town of Wellington, Western Cape, is only a 20-minute drive from Paarl, and a 45-minute drive from Cape Town, making it a wonderful location to make home, all the while maintaining convenience for travel.

Wellington is connected to the wonderful areas of Ceres, Tulbagh Valley, and Worcester, via the Bainskloof Pass, meaning that residents are just a quick trip away from their weekend holiday plans! The historic town of Wellington is home to quality wine farms, stunning hiking trails, and is even an academic hotspot, featuring the Cape Peninsula University of Technology, and the Huguenot College.

As more and more people opt to work from home, young professionals, families, and retirees, are flocking to outlying towns for the serene suburban lifestyle. Wellington is no exception. With a tranquil setting, stunning views, and convenient amenities, Wellington is the perfect place to call home.

From a multitude of apartments, townhouses, and generous family homes to choose from, Wellington offers the peaceful suburban lifestyle, with a lovely community feel, for all people to take hold of!

Should you wish to make Wellington your home, below are a few other key interests:

Wellington Private Hospitals:

• Mediclinic Wellington
• Medicross Medical Centre - Wellington

Wellington Shopping Centres:

• Market Square Centre
• Spar Wellington
• Welgeleë Plein Shopping Centre

Wellington Schools:

• Wellington Preparatory School
• Wellington Primary School
• Hillcrest Primary School
• Hugenote Primary School
• Hugenote High School
• Groenberg Ngk Prim
• Pauw Gedenk
• Bergrivier Sekond
• Weltevrede Sekond

Distance from key points:

Wellington is also conveniently located to the R44, Cape Town Central is a 72 km drive away, Paarl is 13 km's away, and Stellenbosch, at most, 40 km's. The usual drive to the Cape Town International Airport takes around 55-minutes.

Recreation:

Wellington is a town begging to be explored! The many hiking and mountain biking trails boast the most stunning views, as well as picturesque waterfalls and spots to swim and picnic with friends and family.

Of course, forming part of the Cape Winelands, Wellington offers residents and visitors an abundance of wine farms to choose from. Estates such as Bosman Family Vineyards, Imbuko Wine Cellar, and Upland Organic Wine are just a few favourites of the many options laying at your feet.

Wellington is home to some of the best restaurants in the Western Cape, serving classic South African meals, as well as tantalising international cuisine. There is always an option for everyone! There are also a few quaint coffee shops to choose from, whether it be to work, relax, or enjoy time with loved ones, a good cup of coffee is never hard to find.

Formerly known as Limiet Vallei (frontier valley), Wellington was also known as Val du Charron or Wagenmakersvallei (valley of the wagon maker) as it was the town where travellers could stop and give attention to their wagons before starting on their difficult journey. Wellington is home to a museum where residents and visitors can learn more about the town's history.

Wellington, Western Cape, with it's many conveniences, activities, and homes, is the perfect place to purchase your next property!