Lakeside is situated between the beautiful Silvermine Nature Reserve on the Muizenberg mountains and the Zandvlei Estuary Nature Reserve with its tranquil lake Zandvlei. The lake offers a variety of recreational activities, namely canoeing, windsurfing, yachting and bird watching. There is a Sea Scout Base, a Yacht club and the Zandvlei Sports club on the shore of the lake. Westlake Golf Club is just north of the suburb for residents that enjoy the sport. Lakeside is conveniently close to the M3 freeway which takes residents into the city. There are plenty of amenities close by, including Woolworths, Pick ’n Pay and Organic Zone, as well has a handful of great restaurants like the Toad on the Road. This quiet area has a laid-back atmosphere with a safety-conscious family-oriented community. Lakeside caters for a range of income levels.