About Birdwood Estate

Set on a slope of a hill and overlooking the Hartbeespoort Dam, Birdwood Estate is less than an hour's drive from the CBD's of Pretoria and Johannesburg. The city dweller, who is tired of the city life will find creative space to thrive in and will be able to totally "switch off and relax at home. The Estate is less than a stone's throw away from schools, doctors, churches and other amenities.

Interactive socializing at the luxuriously appointed, stonework Clubhouse was erected exclusively for home owners in the Estate.

Enjoy a cool sundowner on summer evenings on one of the spacious verandas whilst marveling at the sun playing on the water. The more energetic at heart can enjoy a workout on the squash- or tennis courts, in the swimming pool or at the gym.

The green belt between the Hartbeespoort Dam and the development is a proclaimed conservancy and as many as 300 species of birds have been spotted in the area.

As the years have gone by, we have witnessed the Hartbeespoort Area skyrocket into one of the most up market residential areas in South Africa. It is widely spoken of and very well known for it’s awesome features,  said to be as the Monaco of South Africa and by others, as Switzerland without the snow.

From the very first step you take into Birdwood Estate, you will not be able to deny the magical atmosphere and lively smiles all around.
Experience the calming effect of the adjacent "no wake" area, the only designated breeding area for fish and birds at the dam, where pelicans come to rest before continuing their long migration flight - no boats, no noise!

Here, where the Hartbeespoort Dam glitters vibrant prism colours at sunrise and mellows to subdued hues at sunset. And where the fish eagle's distinctive call sounds in the distance and the tranquil sound of the singing birds cling to the air.

Birdwood Estate is cradled beneath the surrounding hills and cliffs of the ancient Magaliesberg Escarpment offering breathtaking views of the age-old mountains, which are mirrored in the peaceful lapping of the water. This is where man and nature come together in harmony.


The dam is man made and was built in 1916. The dam wall with its historical
Arc de Triomphe is today one of the very few dam walls left in the world still carrying public traffic. The rich cultural history of the Hartbeespoort Dam is sure to entice all who care to learn about this magical place, and especially those who care to be a part of it.

Places of Interest near Birdwood Estate