Fine & Country - the refreshing approach to marketing and selling property, combining individual flair and attention with the local expertise of independent estate agents to create a strong national and international network with a very powerful marketing ability.
 
Welcome
 
We wish you a warm welcome to Fine and Country Cape Town`s first newsletter.We request you to please peruse the information in our newsletter so you can be updated regards exciting developments.Fine and Country Cape Town in association with Capsol Property and Tourism Solutions will continue to deliver and develop its variety of services in the property and tourism industries.Your attendance is much appreciated.
 
 
Some News of the Fine and Country Real Estate Brand and the Developing Cape Town Office.
 

Fine and Country(www.fineandcountry.com) is a truly international company with approximate 200 offices in the United Kingdom.

Internationally we are represented with our own office in Park Lane, London and Fine and Country offers you a direct line to London and surrounds.

Fine and Country was initiated in South Africa during 2005 and have now already opened approximate 30 offices (each individually owned and operated) in South Africa of which some are in the following towns/ cities: Sandton, Johannesburg, West Rand, Pretoria, Nylstroom, White River, Pietermaritzburg, East London, Port Alfred, Port Elizabeth, Jefreys Bay, St Francis Bay, Plettenberg Bay, Groot-Brakriver, Swellendam,Gansbaai, Stanford,Gordons Bay, Strand, Somerset West, Newlands, CAPE TOWN, Hopefield, West Coast.

Since the launch of Fine and Country Cape Town in 2005 we are happy to announce that severe tracks are being laid into the local property market where we aspire knowingly to reach the ultimate in customer services, product knowledge, great investment opportunities and select high quality stock options. We have found that the high class marketing tools that are packaged with this brand are already being received favourably both by sellers and buyers alike therefore we already have been successful in securing some of the best mandated properties available.

 
 
Properties been Sold / For Sale
 
 

Cape Town - Oranjezicht
R1 125 000

5 Minutes walk from the centre of town via the famous Long Street. City and mountain views. 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, lock-up tandem garage & parking bay. Unit: 90sqm.

Cape Town - Gardens
R975 000

Secure, lock up and go, double volume loft with
mountain views, in trendy Kloof St area close to Shops,
Restaurants, Movie house, Internet, Laundry, Postal
Services and City CBD
Cape Town - Camps Bay
R2.3 mil (plus vat)

Recently renovated. Stunning 2 bedroom (both en-suite) apartment situated in the lower half of Camps Bay. Stylishly furnished with wood and stainless steel appliances.

Cape Town - Camps Bay
R12 250 000

Two homes in one. 9 Bedroomed property architecturally designed for dual purpose living. Sweeping sea and mountain views. Guesthouse potential or live in one and rent out other property for Holiday Makers!

Cape Town - Sea Point
R2 395 000

Elegant family apartment. 3 Spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, large kitchen and domestic quarters. A stone s throw from the beach front. 24 Hour concierge and communal pool.
Cape Town - Oranjezicht
R2 250 000

This lovely semi-detached corner cottage is set in a quiet cul-de-sac and has been renovated to a high standard. Close to Kloof Street with its vibey bistro's boutiques and shopping malls. Well centred for schools and medi-clinics
Cape Town - Oranjezicht
R3 000 000

Centrally situated at the foot of Table Mountain, minutes from Cape Town CBD. 4 Bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, open-plan living areas, well maintained garden, patio and large private pool.

Cape Town - Fresnaye
R4 100 000

Excellent views from almost every room. 3 Spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (mes), huge open-plan lounge & dining. Entertainment room & enclosed balcony.

Cape Town - Sunset Beach
R1 700 000

Vacant land with lots of possibilities. A stones through away from the beach.

Cape Town - Hout Bay
R2 850 000

Unique and stylish, situated in the exclusive Kenrock security estate. 3 Bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, great entertainment areas, pool & uninterrupted view. Plot size: 1068sqm.
Property size: 270sqm.

 

ALSO! Various commercial properties for sale including well established hotels and guest houses in the Western Cape. Please contact us for any further queries. Tel 021 – 422 3521 or email capetown@fineandcountry.co.za


 
 
The Fine and Country Cape Town Team/ Positions available
 
Directors:
   
Philip Pienaar

B Juris Law Degree; also partner in Capsol Property and Tourism Solutions. Philip had an extensive and successful 8 year legal consulting practice representing various companies throughout South Africa specialising in the fields of industrial relations; labour and entertainment law. Simultaneously to the law consulting practice Philip initiated and structured the development of Capsol Property and Tourism Solutions. Due to the growth of Philip's career in Property & Tourism and therefore limited available time, his focus is now primarily in Property and Tourism and he in effect oversees property sales, property investments, various associated professional services as well as the overall growth and enhancement of Capsol and Fine and Country Cape Town. Philip is married to Carina and they have 5 children, Tamryn, Dylan and triplets - Heath, Gia and Callan.

philipp@capsol.co.za; capetown@fineandcountry.co.za
   
Philip Meyer

Also partner of Capsol Property and Tourism Solutions - his hard work and dedication has contributed tremendously ensuring Capsol to be arguably the no 1 service provider in cape town pertaining upmarket holiday accommodation and related tourism services.Philip specializes in upmarket property services, rentals, sales, administration, accounts and is now also a director of the Cape Town branch of Fine & Country Real Estate.Philip has extensive experience in the short term Rental industry especially relevant to the more exclusive suburbs.

philipm@capsol.co.za
   
 
Agents:
   
Lana Herman

Lana moved to the Mother City about 3,5 years ago after working at the Hilton Hotel in Munich, Germany, for 3 years.She started her career in Cape Town as a manager at one of the leading restaurants at the V&A Waterfront and later on as a manager at a 4* guest house in Green Point. Before joining Fine & Country Real Estate, Lana worked for Seeff Properties for 15 months, assisting a team in selling properties in the Green Point and Mouille Point areas. Lana is fluent in German (mother-tongue), Serbo-Croatian (second mother-tongue) and English, which she learnt when travelling through various countries e.g. Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Indonesia, Mexico etc. Therefore Lana can be of great assistance to our overseas clients.
   
Rodney Forrest

Rodney has 15 years experience in the Property Industry - nine of which was with the Wakefield Real Estate Organization main branch in Durban. He later became sales team manager for the Spanish based Ocean Estates International Office in South Africa. He is also an accredited tour guide who has run his own property investment and tour operating company focusing on foreign/overseas investors.
 
Staff:
   
Karen Samolinksi-Steytler

Karen is PA to the directors and member of Philip Pienaars sales team. She is a graduate from Wits University, spent 10 years in the Advertising Industry, then found Price Waterhouse Coopers and spent 10 years in the Tax Department working with a Risk Management Partner. Karen also worked for an Immigration Consultancy liaising with foreign clients assisting them with their immigration and relocation requirements.
   
Shirley Neethling

Shirley is a qualified attorney who also has firm interest in the property industry. Her legal knowledge no doubt assists tremendously in providing clients with added expertise. She is a valuable member of our team.
   
Jason Bosman

Jason is at our front-office. He handles our switchboard calls and transfers you to the necessary person you wish to speak to. He also handles the uploading and administrative process of property listings on the Fine and Country Cape Town website, inter-office communication, and booking of advertising space in local publications.

Jason also oversees a diverse administrative and basic accounting function for the Cape Town office with a drive and passion for the Property and Tourism industry.
   
Felicia Pinzi

Felicia assists with the general upkeep of our offices and is a vital member of our team.
 
Opportunity to join our Sales team!
 
We are continuously looking to expand our Sales division/team and if you want to join a team where our dedication is in unity and we all strive to build a company we invite you to please email your full CV and a letter of motivation to Philip Pienaar at the following email address capetown@fineandcountry.co.za. Agents looking at selling from Llandudno including the entire Atlantic Seaboard and City Bowl / Waterfront are welcome to forward their CV - the emphasize is on quality not quantity and specific goals to establish a base of experienced agents that are not just skilled in property but are business entrepreneurs in their own right!
 
 
Our associated services regards Fine and Country Cape Town/Capsol Property & Tourism Solutions

OUR SERVICES

Exclusive Upmarket Holiday Accommodation – with over 1500 self catering properties on our “books” we are regarded as one of the market leaders and arguably the number one service provider in Cape Town which offers the discerning holidaymaker the perfect destination to come home to.

Property/Investments – With solid relationships formed with our top business partners & our own expertise, we are able to source, facilitate, negotiate and find anything you are looking for. The benefit to you being one contact that knows & understands your requirements and - delivers!

Property Sales – Through an active network of external agents at our disposal and a dedicated, professional in-house team we are confident in our ability to effectively, source, market, feature and sell your property where ultimately our client history speaks for itself and our drive, dedication and added services guarantees you only the best.

Legal, Accounting, Insurance & Financial Services – With an extensive legal background and experienced Capsol Associated Offices we are able to assist and facilitate, coupled with industry experience and the correct contacts, to provide valuable information and input in all the above areas.

Property Management – We facilitate the maintenance, rental, marketing and control of your property, providing you with peace of mind and a secure investment.

Furnishing & Décor – Through an in-house department, assistance and expertise is available to new homeowners who wish to take advantage of the latest design and furnishings concepts where quality and style is of paramount importance.

Safaris/Adventure Tourism – We are able to assist and arrange any tour or excursion of your choice, coupled with extensive knowledge of Southern Africa and affiliated with major business partners, this is where dreams are made.

Short/Long Term Rentals – Through years of experience and expertise in this field we are able to facilitate and arrange the rental of properties for whatever period you require.

Hotel/Guest House Accommodation – With established relationships in place with most of the top Hotels and Guest Houses, we are able to assist and book you into what ever & where ever you fancy.

For the Convenience of the client all the above services will be facilitated from one office.

OUR VARIOUS WEBSITES

www.capsol.co.za re the VARIOUS services we offer

www.capsol.co.za/about.php re who we and some of our associates are

www.fineandcountry.com re our property sales division

www.capsolsales.com re our property sales division

www.capsolelite.com re our elite accommodation division

www.law.capsol.co.za re our associated legal services



Phone: +27 21 422 3521 | Fax: +27 21 422 3532
E-mail: capetown@fineandcountry.co.za

Post:
PO Box 15576,
Vlaeberg,
Cape Town,
8018,
South Africa

Please note that no part of this newsletter may be reproduced without prior permission from Capsol Property & Tourism Solutions and Fine and Country Cape Town. Further Capsol Property & Tourism Solutions and Fine and Country Cape Town as well as it`s managers,employees, associates, agents, members do not accept any responsibility for information herein provided and disclaim any liability howsoever caused.