Simbithi Eco-Estate’s success has always been about more than exceptional facilities; it’s about creating a place where people feel at home.

Nestled within 430 hectares of indigenous forests, wetlands and open green spaces on the North Coast, the estate has become one of the region’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations, seamlessly blending luxury living with environmental stewardship.

With 93% of the estate now developed, Simbithi is home to 775 freehold homes and 710 sectional title residences. Its thoughtfully designed community offers world-class sporting facilities, vibrant social spaces, thoughtfully curated dining experiences, and a calendar of events that bring residents and visitors together, all centred around the belief that home is more than a place… it’s a feeling.

This commitment to creating meaningful experiences has once again been recognised by the community through the 2026 Best of Ballito Readers’ Choice Awards.

Simbithi Eco-Estate was named Best Estate for the fourth consecutive year, while Simbithi Country Club received top honours as Best Event Venue for the third consecutive year, Best Golf Course for the second consecutive year and Best Padel Club.

The Dragonfly Conference Centre and Pavilion Room were recognised among the region’s leading conference venues, while Fig Tree Restaurant earned accolades as one of Ballito’s favourite dining destinations, reflecting the quality of its culinary offering and warm hospitality.

These awards highlight the diversity of experiences available at Simbithi. Whether hosting a corporate conference, celebrating a wedding, enjoying a business lunch, playing a round of golf, taking to the padel courts, or simply spending time with family, every experience is underpinned by exceptional service and a spectacular natural setting.

“Our mission is to be widely recognised as the pre-eminent residential eco-estate in Southern Africa, which propels our team to create a destination where people may live, connect and celebrate in an environment that respects nature while delivering world-class experiences.

“Receiving and retaining recognition across so many categories is incredibly rewarding because it reflects the trust our community places in us and the passion our team brings to everything we do,” says Jodi Chetty, brand manager at Simbithi Eco-Estate and Country Club.As Sim

bithi continues to evolve, it remains committed to preserving the environmental legacy that defines the estate while creating exceptional lifestyle experiences for generations to come.

The community’s recognition serves as a powerful endorsement of a destination where nature, hospitality and connection come together to create something truly special.

Visit bestofsouthafrica.co.za/ballito/ to explore all the 2026 winners.