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The Hardy Boys, aka Gary Carlton and Neil Arnott, two ‘young-ish’ property practitioner entrepreneurs both with extensive experience in corporate and brand marketing, strategic communication, and advertising, have set up as an alternative to the mainstream realty companies. Using their in-depth knowledge of the local market, supported by the best marketing tools the industry has to offer, they have combined their skills as strong communicators, and with the freedom of flexibility and adaptability in this highly competitive environment they are the approachable, tenacious, and adaptable alternative.

Both Gary and Neil are locals and passionate about Simon’s Town and the people that live here, working hard to stay connected to the local market through active participation in the sustainability and growth of this hidden gem of the Southern Peninsula. A growing tourism hot spot has led to an influx of tourists and locals alike as they discover the historical naval town with its famous sites, churches, museums, restaurants, and the ever-popular Penguin sanctuary at Boulders Beach. And further afield is the world-class road trip to the Cape Point nature reserve. All this activity is resulting in growing demand for commercial and residential properties in the area. The demand and emphasis on an experiential lifestyle have attracted both locals and foreign tourists alike, created in part by the hit Oscar-winning documentary ‘My Octopus Teacher’ and the Netflix series ‘Penguin Town’ both focusing on the unique kelp forests and marine life that have placed Simon’s Town firmly in the sights of pleasure seekers around the world.