The Hoffman, Potchefstroom
Stellenbosch · South Africa

Property development
shaped by local intelligence
and institutional discipline.

Marecrest Capital is a South African property development platform focused on residential and hospitality-led opportunities in locations where demand, scarcity and local insight create long-term value.

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Founded by Mackenzie Johnson CA(SA) formerly at Patron Capital Partners, London
13+
Years Active
6
Completed Developments
2
Cities
207
Units Built
ACROSS POTCHEFSTROOM AND STELLENBOSCH  ·  SINCE 2014
About Us

Rooted in South Africa.
Focused on Opportunity.

Marecrest Capital (Pty) Ltd is a Stellenbosch-based property development company founded in 2012. Our strategy is built on identifying structural supply-demand imbalances in university towns and urban precincts — markets where purpose-driven, quality development consistently outperforms.

We design, develop, and where appropriate retain assets that deliver durable income and capital appreciation. Every development we undertake is founded on detailed market research, disciplined construction management, and a commitment to quality that has earned the trust of investors and tenants alike.

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Beau Vie III, Stellenbosch
Portfolio

A Proven Track
Record of Delivery

Six completed residential developments across Potchefstroom and Stellenbosch, delivered over thirteen years with a consistent focus on quality and location.

The Hoffman Retained
53 Rissik Street, Die Bult, Potchefstroom
The Hoffman
81-unit multi-storey development — the largest in the Potchefstroom series. Held as rental stock in joint venture with Pulse Living; JV exited November 2024.
81
Units
Nov 2018
Completed
Beau Vie II Sold
Stellenbosch
Beau Vie II
18 one-bedroom apartments acquired by a single investor at completion — demonstrating institutional-grade confidence in the Beau Vie series.
18
Units
Jan 2024
Completed
Beau Vie III Sold
Stellenbosch
Beau Vie III
The most refined iteration of the Beau Vie series. 18 one-bedroom apartments completed February 2026, sold in its entirety to a single investor.
18
Units
Feb 2026
Completed
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Pipeline

Future
Projects

A carefully assembled pipeline of development opportunities across Stellenbosch, reflecting the company's deepening conviction in the precinct.

01
Ryneveld 1901
Stellenbosch
Heritage Plans Approved Luxury
02
Bergzicht III
Stellenbosch
Mixed Use Planning Phase
03
Du Toit Street Precinct
Du Toit Street, Stellenbosch
5 Properties Primary Residential Planning Phase
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Whether you are an investor, a landowner exploring a joint venture, or a professional seeking to engage — we welcome the conversation.

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