Three Home Styles Await at Legaro Drakenzicht in Paarl

PAARL, November 2026. For most buyers, the estate is only half the decision. The other half is the floor plan, and it depends on how a household actually runs: some people want every room on one level, some prefer bedrooms tucked upstairs away from the living spaces, and some want a top-floor view across the mountains. To help buyers make that choice, Legaro Property Development has outlined the three home types on offer at Drakenzicht, its lock-up-and-go estate in the Paarl Winelands.

Buyers at Drakenzicht can choose between single storey homes, double storey homes and penthouses, with prices starting at R7,399,900. Summer is arriving in the Boland and holiday visitors are heading into the Cape Winelands, so Legaro is encouraging prospective owners to come and see each option for themselves.

Three layouts, one estate

The Drakenzicht photo gallery gives each home type its own section, so buyers can compare them easily. Level living in a single storey home appeals to retirees, to semigrants arriving from other provinces and to families with small children. In a double storey home the bedrooms sit apart from the living areas, a layout many families come to value as their children get older. A penthouse looks at the estate, and at its position beneath the Drakenstein mountains, from a different vantage point.

This summer, buyers will find few homes for sale Paarl that offer a choice of layout alongside a single set of finishes and shared estate services. The quality of the home does not change with the type a buyer picks.

What every home includes

Legaro publishes a full specification for Drakenzicht, which includes:

A wood-burning fireplace in the lounge.A chandelier by Stephen Pikus.Engineered wood floors by Oggie.A generous kitchen fitted with SMEG appliances, plus a private pantry and scullery.A master suite with a luxurious en-suite bathroom.Air conditioning in every bedroom and in the living area.Black aluminium stackable doors and windows that open the home to the outdoors.An enclosed braai room leading onto a patio.A tiled pool in a private garden.A double garage.

Together, the fireplace and the air conditioning reflect life in Paarl. The valley has hot summers and cold, wet winters, and a home there has to handle both. The homes are fully insulated and fitted with large double-glazed windows, which hold warmth inside in winter and keep the heat out on the hottest summer afternoons.

Built-in power and water savings

Solar panels, a 12kWh battery and an 8kW inverter come standard in every home. That matters to anyone searching for a house to buy in Paarl that stays running during power interruptions, because the setup is part of the specification, not an add-on. In line with Legaro's commitment to sustainable living, Drakenzicht is also a water-wise estate.

Drakenzicht holds EDGE certification. According to Legaro, this can qualify buyers for a 0.25% interest rate discount through FNB, ABSA, Standard Bank or Nedbank, as well as a cash back rebate subject to the bank's terms.

A garden without the gardening

Many buyers choose a freestanding home over an apartment for the private garden, yet a garden needs regular attention. At Drakenzicht the body corporate looks after every private garden, and that is what allows owners to lock up and go. Whether they travel over the festive season or use the house as a base between other commitments, they can leave knowing the garden is in good hands.

The estate's security adds to that peace of mind, with electric fencing, a CCTV camera system, 24/7 private security, trained security guards and facial recognition.

On the estate and beyond it

On site, the Drakenzicht Lifestyle Centre caters for business convenience, fitness, entertainment, family fun and relaxation. Outside the gates, the surrounding area is a big part of what makes Paarl property attractive. Legaro points to nearby attractions such as 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.

With wine estates, sport, golf and day-to-day shopping all close by, residents can enjoy a summer weekend in the Winelands without travelling far from home.

Architecture and developer pedigree

An award winning architect designed each home at Drakenzicht. Legaro Property Development calls itself an international, award winning developer, with exclusive residential and commercial developments across Johannesburg and the Western Cape. Its Johannesburg portfolio includes The Emerald in Hyde Park, along with completed projects such as 78 Corlett, Melville Lane, 38 Morsim, Melrose Walk and 51a First Road.

Which home suits which buyer

Having three home types in one estate makes it simpler for very different buyers to find the right fit. Semigrants moving to the Western Cape often want a home they can live in straight away, with power backup, security and garden care already sorted. Families may be drawn to the double storey layout because it keeps bedrooms and living areas apart. Buyers who own property elsewhere and want a Winelands holiday base may choose the convenience of a penthouse, or a single storey home with a smaller private garden.

Whichever they choose, the enclosed braai room, its patio and the private tiled pool give the home a strong outdoor character, well suited to long summer evenings in the Paarl valley. When the Cape winter comes back, the wood-burning fireplace keeps the same home comfortable, so the estate works all year round and not only as a summer escape.

Booking a visit

Before requesting a viewing, buyers can read the Drakenzicht brochure, find the estate on the sales map and Google Maps, and browse the gallery for each home type. Viewing a single storey home, a double storey home and a penthouse in one visit is the fastest way for a household to decide which one fits.

Further details about Legaro Property Development and Drakenzicht can be found at https://legaroproperty.co.za.

About Legaro Property Development

Legaro Property Development is an international, award winning property developer. Its exclusive residential and commercial developments in Johannesburg and the Western Cape provide homeowners and investors with secure, sustainable and modern living. Current developments include Drakenzicht in Paarl and The Emerald in Hyde Park, Sandton.