5 things corporates love about Rondebosch

Rondebosch is well-known as being a fantastic place to work. With suburban vibes, views of the mountain, a variety of eateries, well-equipped office space and a range of outdoor spaces to make the most of, it is considered a pleasant, vibrant suburb to work in, and companies who buy or rent commercial property here have taken the first step to setting themselves up for success.

1. Location, location, location

Arguably the best part about working in the Rondebosch area is the fact that it is located on a major historic arterial route. With easy access to the M5, M3, N1 and N2 routes, getting to work in Rondebosch is fairly simple for residents of a wide variety of areas within the Mother City. There are a number of fantastic schools in the area, making Rondebosch an ideal place for families to live and work. Over and above this, Rondebosch is home to the main campus of the University of Cape Town. Being far enough out of the CBD to avoid the rat race, Rondebosch offers character and vibrancy to those who work here.

2. Opportunities to relax

Rondebosch offers an abundance of pretty spots and places to relax. Kirstenbosch Gardens, proclaimed to be one of the greatest botanic gardens in the world, is on Rondebosch's doorstep and provides the perfect locale for a lunchtime stroll or picnic. Rondebosch Common is another favourite outdoor spot. It is almost 40 hectares of open land that is home to some of the last of the endangered Cape Flats Sand Fynbos, and it's a popular spot for an after-work walk or jog.

3. The convenience factor

When one works in Rondebosch, convenience is around the corner. Riverside Mall, with its Checkers, banks, pharmacy and variety of other tenants, is on your doorstep. Dean Street Arcade, with Woolworths and a range of specialist stores, is one suburb over in Newlands, in very close proximity to Rondebosch. From most workplaces in Rondebosch, the nearest shops will be a pleasant walk away.

4. Great restaurants, coffee shops and ice cream

Just a couple of kilometre from Rondebosch, you will find the source of Cape Town's best-loved ice cream — The Creamery. It's a lunchtime favourite with people working in Rondebosch, and with an assortment of flavours that change every month, as well as regulars such as 65% chocolate and sea salt caramel, why wouldn't it be?

A firm favourite within Rondebosch itself is Cocoa Wah Wah, which those who call Rondebosch their professional home love for its range of wraps, burgers, pastas and salad. Grabbing a bite here gives one a chance to enjoy the friendly, quirky-but-sophisticated vibes for which Rondebosch is renowned. As a whole, Rondebosch is renowned for its eateries and coffee shops, which provide the perfect setting for an out-of-the-office meeting or a lunch-time catch-up with friends.

5. Offices with fantastic features

Rondebosch's office parks have many great features which are conducive both to inspiring staff members to want to be at work, and enabling teams to produce their best possible work. For starters, most office parks in Rondebosch offer 24-hour security for peace of mind. With easy access to the N2 and the M5, getting in and out of Rondebosch is straightforward. The offices available for sale or rent by OfficePlace tend to offer a blend of open-plan workspace and private offices in order to meet everybody's needs. An added bonus is the stunning décor in many of these offices, which tend to be complete with carpets, wallpaper and down lights to create a sophisticated vibe. With ample parking and close access to public transport, everybody's needs are taken into consideration.

With all these advantages, shouldn't you be considering Rondebosch as a top contender to be your next commercial home? OfficePlace has a wide variety of commercial properties to rent in the area.

Contact OfficePlace and let us show you what we have on offer in Rondebosch.