Positioned on over 4 acres of land strategically located just off the N1 on the R44, a gateway into Paarl, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Wellington, and comparable winelands, an area of focused national tourism due to the proximity to the airport (17km), the beauty of the landscape and our undoubtably sought after wines. Due to the increase in semi-gration to the Western Cape, this area has experienced exponential growth in residential developments, drawing in families seeking an outdoor, kid friendly lifestyle, and in turn bringing in a wealth of commercial activity.
This is an area of transformation and an opportunity!
Established in 1996 previously known as Butterfly World, this establishment has stood the test of time. A family creation built on a love of animals has adapted into the current Exotic Animal World it is today, a magical interactive experience as you walk freely through a natural jungle-like greenhouse with several reptiles, playful lemurs, birds of all types, spiders, fish and many more. Making wildlife tangible while creating awareness and education around these exotic creatures.
This facility comes with an Animal Care Center with an equipped kitchen, a reptile exhibition, an Educational Centre, a thatched Lapa, and a restaurant with a fully equipped kitchen and liquor license. The retail space offers 14 visitor toilets, merchandise shop space, multiple storage rooms and office spaces.
The water supply is drawn from 3 boreholes with multiple rainwater tanks; and the solar system (inverter/ batteries/ panels) are rented through GoSolar covering 70-80% of the energy requirements.
The current zoning is allocated as “Open Space II” which is ideal for a multi-use life style center combining the unique exotic animal draw factor with outdoor family entertainment. The opportunity to create multiple revenue streams through educational programs with schools and organizations, events, private functions, workshops, creating accommodation, expand exhibits and make this an eco-tourism destination. Entrance fees, food and beverage, retail and events.
The opportunity is there, do you have the vision?
Nearby Developments:
-The Heinekin plant on the north-western side of the N1/R44 intersection
-Val de Vie’s "Gentleman's Estate" between Spice Route and N1
-The new Winelands International Airport
-A new private school – which school?
-Mount Vernon Residential Estate (5 minutes away)
-Medicenter Paarl: 10,000 m2 healthcare and wellness facility nearby
