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Waterkloof is named after the original farm that stood there when Pretoria was founded in the 19th Century. Meaning "Water Ravine", Waterkloof is a leafy, established area that is home to some of the city's most expensive real estate.

Like large parts of Pretoria, Waterkloof's streets are lined with many spectacular jacaranda trees that blossom in vibrant purple hues which illuminate the entire suburb during October. Today it is a highly sought-after and upmarket area, boasting some magnificent hilltop homesteads on Edward and Victoria Streets which boast rather impressive views of the South African capital, including the renowned Union Buildings.

The suburb bears the imprint of the British Empire as many of its streets are named after British royalty. Here, one can enjoy an idyllic round of golf at the Pretoria Country Club. It is a spectacular 18-hole golf course with fantastic amenities and sure to promise an awesome golfing experience. Several ambassadorial residences are located in the suburb.

It is the home of the noted South African soprano Mimi Coertse and is also the location of the upmarket Dube-house in the Academy Award winning film Tsotsi. Entertainment facilities, world class restaurants, magnificent attractions, and beauty as well as a range of activities make Waterkloof a top-class neighbourhood.

Waterkloof's graceful homesteads are still largely home to influential people, foreign diplomats and the rich and famous.

Waterkloof was established in 1903 as a remote township about 10km southeast of Pretoria. The area was so isolated that the South African Township and Mining and Finance Corporation had to come up with its own plans to generate electricity in the area and establish a public transport service "to town".

In the following years, the tranquil, hilly suburb, with its Victorian street names and large erven, became a favoured residence for many prominent businessmen and statesmen. Today, Waterkloof's graceful homesteads are still largely home to influential people, foreign diplomats and the rich and famous.

The suburb offers a secluded, exclusive lifestyle on the leafy ridges overlooking the bustling city against the backdrop of the Union Buildings. The words published in 1913 in Lochhead's Guide, Handbook and Directory of Pretoria still ring true: "People of Pretoria are indeed singularly fortunate in having so lovely a suburb as Waterkloof in which to make their homes, endowed as it is with a perfect climate, magnificent scenery and excellent soil - a township in which every convenience and exceptional facilities are provided for those willing to take advantage of the many benefits extended in the spirit of enterprise which has prompted its establishment."

More than 100 years later, Waterkloof still has many conveniences and exceptional facilities, with the area now part of the "Old East" adjoining Pretoria Central.

At least 10 excellent high schools are within a 6km radius of Waterkloof, while not less than five good feeder primary schools can be found within the same precincts. The University of Pretoria and Unisa are less than 15 minutes from the suburb. Residents have an extensive range of top private hospitals nearby and a variety of churches. The Waterkloof Homeowners Association, residents, local police and security initiatives keep the area safe and support the Integrated Crime Prevention Plan for Waterkloof.

Waterkloof Corner offers a convenient stop for basic shopping needs within Waterkloof. Comprehensive shopping facilities such as Menlyn Park and Brooklyn Mall can be found nearby, and an array of fine dining restaurants and delightful coffee shops are spread throughout the area and neighbouring suburbs.

Waterkloof is renowned for a special annual tradition. When night falls over the December festive period, residents from all over Pretoria gather in Lawley Street in their thousands to admire an awe-inspiring display of twinkling Christmas lights put up by residents of the street.

Nature near Waterkloof

Bruinslich Park
Jan Cilliers Park
Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary
Groenkloof Nature Reserve
Wolwespruit Bike Park

Dine out in Waterkloof:

Blue Saffron Restaurant at the Pretoria Country Club: for fresh oysters on the patio
The Three Ducks Restaurant: for French-inspired cuisine
Brasserie de Paris: for fi ne dining
Meet on Milner: for live entertainment and craft beers
De Kloof Restaurant: for upscale European-style dishes

Things to do in Waterkloof:

Visit Pretoria Country Club - a quality sports and social venue established in 1910.
Play a round of golf at the Waterkloof Golf Course.
Spoil yourself with a treatment at Babor Beauty Spa.
Enjoy fine art at Trent Art Gallery.
Watch movies at Brooklyn Mall.

Medical facilities nearby:

Life Groenkloof Hospital
Mediclinic Kloof Hospital
Zuid-Afrikaans Hospital
Netcare Jacaranda Hospital
Cure Day Hospitals Erasmuskloof

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