Simbithi Eco Estate is situated close to the center of Ballito and just a fifteen minute drive from the King Shaka airport. Simbithi is a secure, gated security estate spanning 430 hectares. The name is derived from the beautiful Umzimbeet tree that has bright, purple flowers; its isiZulu name is umSimbithwa. The estate was conceptualized in 2003 and in its fifteen years of existence, it has become a safe, family-orientated community that upholds a harmonious relationship with nature and wildlife. The estate has been established over two farms formerly known as Beverly and Beachcroft. Residents of Simbithi are allowed unlimited access to family-oriented sport and recreation facilities. Main features of the estate include an executive golf course with a fully equipped golf clubhouse including restaurant facilities. There are 29 dams, 6 community centers with swimming pools, 6 motor gates, one pedestrian gate giving access to nearby beaches, five internal trails that range 13 kilometers for running and cycling, a sport field housing rugby and soccer games with cricket nets, an equestrian center with 17 stables and two children’s play grounds with equipment. Simbithi Eco Estates lives up to it’s eco status by leaving extensive open areas populated by indigenous local plants, free water ways with no trees planted in the wetland areas, landscaping is prescribed through a list of 65 indigenous plants being allowed. Among the free-standing properties, a strict architectural code governs the building activities with rural appearance (FAR 0.45 and Coverage 30%). Small game roam freely on the estate with rich bird life. Pet policies allow for 2 dogs of selected breeds and no cats.