Drakenzicht Brings an Onsite Pre-School and Pools to Paarl

Families planning their next move in the Cape Winelands now have a clearer picture of what daily life looks like at Drakenzicht, the luxury estate Legaro Property Development is building on Lustigan Road in Paarl. Released in October 2026 as the region warms up for summer, the update focuses on the estate's family-friendly design: a private garden and tiled pool at every home, an enclosed braai room that opens onto a patio, living areas that flow between inside and out, and a Lifestyle Centre with its own onsite pre-school. Parents who want to be settled in one of the homes for sale Paarl has to offer before the long summer holidays will find outdoor entertaining and everyday family routines brought together at a single secure address.

Buyers can choose from designer three and four bedroom homes in single storey, double storey and penthouse layouts. Every home looks out over the Drakenstein mountains, and prices start at R7,399,900.

Built for life outside

In the Winelands, the warmer months are lived outdoors, and the homes at Drakenzicht are designed around that. Stackable black aluminium doors and windows connect the living spaces directly to the garden, and each property has its own private garden with a tiled swimming pool. The enclosed braai room and patio let families cook and host guests whatever the conditions, whether it is a balmy December night or a blustery Cape afternoon.

A body corporate takes care of the private gardens, so owners get to enjoy the space rather than spending weekends maintaining it. This is part of the lock-up-and-go thinking behind Drakenzicht: residents can go away for the holidays confident that the house and garden are being looked after.

Year-round comfort indoors

Interior finishes include Oggie engineered wood floors, a Stephen Pikus chandelier and a generous kitchen fitted with SMEG appliances, along with a private pantry and scullery. The master suite has a luxurious bathroom. For colder months there is a lounge with a wood-burning fireplace, and when the Paarl heat arrives, air conditioning covers the living area and every bedroom.

The homes are fully insulated and have large double-glazed windows, which help keep indoor temperatures steady across the seasons. A double garage at each home gives families secure parking and room to store cars, bicycles and holiday equipment.

Energy and water on a green estate

Solar panels, a 12kWh battery and an 8kW inverter are standard in every Drakenzicht home, so households can count on a dependable power supply. The estate is water-wise and built around a commitment to sustainable, green living, an important consideration in a region where water consumption comes under close scrutiny during the dry summer.

The development also holds EDGE certification. Legaro says this allows qualifying buyers to receive a 0.25% interest rate discount from FNB, ABSA, Standard Bank or Nedbank, as well as a cash back rebate subject to the bank's terms. For buyers weighing up a house to buy in Paarl, these features can reduce both monthly running costs and environmental impact.

Pre-school and amenities at the Lifestyle Centre

Parents of young children are likely to find the Lifestyle Centre one of Drakenzicht's most useful features. It combines sports, fitness, business and leisure facilities with an onsite pre-school, which means the morning drop-off can be a short stroll inside the estate. Those who work from home can use the business amenities, and older children and adults have fitness and recreation options nearby.

With a pre-school inside a secure estate, one of the biggest daily time commitments for young families largely disappears. Traffic no longer dictates drop-off and pick-up, and children can begin school in a familiar setting close to home. Families moving to Paarl from Gauteng or elsewhere in the Western Cape also have one less thing to organise before they arrive, which makes it easier to time a purchase around the start of the new school year.

Peace of mind for families

Security at Drakenzicht is state-of-the-art, with electric fencing, a CCTV camera network, 24/7 private security, trained guards and facial recognition. Children can make use of the shared spaces, and families can relax in their own gardens knowing the estate is protected.

Paarl highlights on the doorstep

Many of Paarl's most popular spots are a short trip from the estate. Legaro lists nearby attractions including Avondale Wine Estate, Laborie Wine Estate, Boland Park Cricket Stadium, Boschenmeer Golf Estate, Drakenstein Shopping Centre, Parelberg Shopping Centre, The Wagyu Experience and Noop Restaurant. A summer weekend might mean a wine tasting, a round of golf, an afternoon at the cricket or dinner out, while day-to-day shopping stays close by.

The right fit for Drakenzicht

With three and four bedroom options, Drakenzicht suits growing families as well as buyers moving to the Western Cape who want room, security and a lifestyle centre at one address. Its lock-up-and-go design also works well for semigrators, retirees and people who divide their time between cities. Investors considering Paarl property will see a distinct place in the Winelands market for an estate that combines designer finishes, sustainability features and onsite amenities. For an even more exclusive finish, buyers can look at the Drakenzicht Signature Collection.

An award-winning developer behind the estate

An award-winning architect designed every home at Drakenzicht. Legaro Property Development was founded in 2017, and its completed projects include 78 Corlett, Melville Lane, Steyn City, 38 Morsim, Melrose Walk and 51a First Road. At the 2020 Africa and Arabia Property Awards, its 38 Morsim Road development won Best Residential Development South Africa.

Families who want to move before the new school year can view the brochure, sales map and price list online, then book a viewing to walk through the homes, gardens and Lifestyle Centre for themselves.

For more information on Drakenzicht and Legaro Property Development, visit https://legaroproperty.co.za/.

About Legaro Property Development

Founded in 2017, Legaro Property Development is an international, award-winning property developer with its head office at 78 Corlett Drive, Melrose North, Johannesburg. Managing Director Brandon Jardine and Chief Financial Director Andre Pillay lead the company, which delivers exclusive residential and commercial developments in Johannesburg and the Western Cape. Current developments are The Emerald in Hyde Park and Drakenzicht in the Paarl Winelands. Completed projects include 78 Corlett, Melville Lane, Steyn City, 38 Morsim, Melrose Walk and 51a First Road.