Onrus Area Profile

Onrus at a glance

Onrus at a glance

Located less than 10 kilometres away from Hermanus, the small but charming town of Onrus offers picturesque views and a good selection of residential properties. Cosily nestled between the Onrus Mountain and the Onrus River Lagoon, the town offers residents and prospective purchasers of Onrus properties the unique opportunity of quiet, coastal living with all the modern conveniences well within reach. Nearly all the homes in Onrus can boast at least partial sea views and are located just a stone's throw away from the Atlantic Ocean.

The quiet, easy going nature of this quaint town has made it a popular destination for "semi-grators", retirees and holidaymakers looking to invest in Onrus property.

This small town has plenty to offer in terms of stand-alone or full title houses; offering everything from upmarket beachside family Onrus holiday houses and villas, to smaller, more modest two bedroomed "lock up and go" units.

On the upper end of the real estate spectrum you have your more luxurious beachside Onrus holiday houses. The town also offers much in terms of sectional title and Onrus apartment living. You can find everything from 1 bedroom units, to spacious 4 bedroom units overlooking the sea.

Due to its close proximity to neighbouring Hermanus, Onrus shares many of its neighbour's amenities. There are a wide variety of schools to choose from catering for learners of all ages. These include Hermanus Primary School, Hermanus High School as well as Hermanus Private Primary School, and access to crèche facilities.

Whilst Onrus has a few pharmacies, a short trip to Hermanus provides Onrus property owners access to some of the area's top medical facilities.  This includes the MediClinic in Hermanus, as well as the state run Hermanus Hospital, among others. Onrus comfortably caters for shopping and entertainment with a reasonable range of shops and restaurants at your disposal.

However, for a more comprehensive selection of stores, visit nearby the new Whale Coast Mall in Sandbaai, just 5 km away or popular Somerset West or with a slightly longer drive, the Mother city of Cape Town.

One of the most popular tourist and local activities in Onrus, as it is with most of its neighbouring towns, is whale watching, along with folks enjoying the areas pristine white beaches. The little town of Onrus really does have a load to offer! If you are looking to relocate or in search of Onrus holiday houses or perhaps a weekend flat along the Western Cape's Whale Coast - you need to consult with an experienced Onrus Estate Agent.