Discover South Africa's most exclusive coastal properties
Building on the success of Listing Jozi , Listing Cape Town , and Listing Mauritius , this fresh ten-part series will showcase the stunning luxury homes along South Africa's diverse coastline.
The show promises a spectacular visual journey. The show will cover the pristine shores of KwaZulu-Natal, both north and south, through to the tranquil Eastern Cape and the iconic Garden Route.
Viewers will be treated to exclusive access to some of the country's most luxurious and often undiscovered coastal properties.
Producer Nico Nel shared his enthusiasm: ' Listing Coastal will tell a new story of South Africa's coastline through the lens of luxury living.
Each region has its unique charm with incredible homes, and we're excited to bring that to life for BBC Lifestyle this year.'
His co-producer, Trevor Kaplan, added, 'We're venturing into areas that haven't traditionally been in the spotlight. What we've found so far during filming is nothing short of extraordinary.
These properties are world-class, and so are the agents.'
The series will follow top estate agents as they navigate the competitive market. It will showcase their efforts to sell multi-million rand homes nestled in these coastal paradises.
This format offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the high-stakes world of luxury real estate, blending aspirational living with local flair.
It's a must-watch for property enthusiasts, dream-home seekers, and anyone curious about the lifestyle of South Africa's coastal elite.
Pierre Cloete, Vice President for Africa at BBC Studios, emphasised the channel's commitment to premium local content. 'We're proud to continue championing premium local content that tells authentic, compelling stories.
Listing Coastal South Africa builds on the success of the Listing franchise on BBC Lifestyle. The show will further expand our lineup of local shows on the channel.
This exciting new instalment brings a fresh perspective, celebrating the breathtaking beauty of South Africa's coastline.
This new series complements the existing Listing Cape Town , which continues to air weekly on BBC Lifestyle, according to IOL.
This show showcases some of Cape Town's most opulent properties valued between R15 million and R280 million.
The franchise has proven highly popular, offering viewers a glimpse into the glamorous lifestyles associated with South Africa's top-tier property market.
Listing Coastal South Africa is currently in production and will be available later this year. It promises to deliver a fresh and captivating perspective on luxury coastal living in South Africa.
Viewers can look forward to stunning scenery, world-class homes, and the dynamic personalities of the agents who bring these properties to market.
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