Pretoria’s Best Kept Secret: Silverlakes Golf Estate

Silver Lakes Golf & Wildlife Estate: Pretoria’s Hidden Gem of Luxury Living

Tucked away in the tranquil eastern reaches of Pretoria, Silver Lakes Golf and Wildlife Estate stands as a testament to refined living — where natural beauty and exclusivity merge in perfect balance. Just a short 20-minute drive from the Union Buildings, this prestigious estate has, over the past 25 years, earned its reputation as one of the city’s best-kept secrets, officially recognised as such in 2024.

Spanning 300 hectares, Silver Lakes is home to over 1,530 residences, designed to offer security, sophistication, and serenity. Property prices range from approximately R3 million for smaller family homes to well over R20 million for luxury, multi-level residences with premium finishes and golf course views. For those seeking to rent, monthly rates typically sit between R35,000 and R70,000, depending on size and location, with select furnished homes reaching R80,000 or more. Apartments and smaller units average around R22,000 per month — making Silver Lakes one of Pretoria East’s most desirable yet exclusive residential enclaves.

At the heart of the estate lies a world-class, Peter Matkovich–designed golf course, one of the first of its kind in Tshwane. The 18-hole course meanders through natural bushveld and shimmering lakes, offering both challenge and tranquility to golfers. Complementing the course is a colonial-inspired clubhouse, complete with restaurants, function spaces, and future plans for an on-site convenience store — ensuring residents enjoy every amenity within the estate’s secure gates. A golf academy, driving range, and putting green round off the experience for enthusiasts.

Beyond golf, Silver Lakes provides an all-encompassing lifestyle. Residents enjoy tennis and squash courts, a beach volleyball arena, a communal pool, and scenic lakes perfect for catch-and-release fishing. The estate’s private game reserve is home to an array of wildlife including sable, kudu, nyala, springbok, rietbuck, blesbuck, steenbuck, and duiker, all of which roam freely and use the estate’s lakes as watering holes. A network of walking and mountain biking trails, as well as tranquil communal parks, connects residents to nature at every turn.

Birdwatchers have also found paradise within the estate, with over 180 species recorded across its wetlands and landscaped areas — a haven for both avid enthusiasts and casual observers alike.

Security remains a defining hallmark of the Silver Lakes lifestyle. According to Homeowners’ Association CEO Dean Pretorius, the estate has “all but eradicated vandalism,” underscoring its reputation as one of the safest residential environments in South Africa.

More than just a luxury estate, Silver Lakes Golf and Wildlife Estate offers a complete way of life — where modern convenience, natural splendour, and community living coexist in perfect harmony