Places to stay near Johannesburg Zoo

Stylish and safe cottage with power & water backup

Peaceful haven in the heart of one of Johannesburg’s oldest and safest suburbs with private entrance, off-street parking, security guard, back-up water and power systems. We have just put in a brand new kitchen & bathroom ! Expect high quality linen, stylish furnishings, treats and fresh flowers. All these come at a premium, but our guests who have consistently scored us 5 stars think it’s worth it! The cottage is completely self-contained with everything you would need for a long or short stay.

Lavender Cottage Melville nr Wits&UJ

Hybrid power (solar/ municipal), WATER TANK ensuring alternative supply Set in the garden of a family home, this newly renovated cottage offers double glazed windows and insulation (adhering to European standards of climate control) & is within a minute's walking distance of the quaint 7th street of Melville, and near to universities/hospitals. We welcome all guests, but the cottage is not suited to late night wanderers as we are a quiet property; suited to professionals. Parking is shared.

Westcliff Drive Lemon Tree Cottage bkup Pwr W/Tank

Parkview has a charm and prestige to it, one of the most well-established suburbs in 'The Parks' Jhb. 24 hour security vehicles patrol the suburb for your safety and peace of mind. Secure cottage located in a leafy, friendly suburb. Entire cottage with its own entrance. Has a bedroom with a double bed and bathroom. A lounge and full modern kitchen. Flat screen Tv . Undercover parking with remote access . Walking distance to shops and local restaurants . Close to the Highway. Free wifi

Stylish Urban Retreat near Rosebank & the Gautrain

"Under Syringa"; a beautiful space in which to stay while visiting and exploring Parktown North, Rosebank and surrounding suburbs. The cottage is separate and private from our home, has off-street parking, and own secure entrance. There is a very spacious bedroom with a queen size bed, en-suite with shower, and desk/work area. There is a seperate living area with a full kitchen, dining and lounge space. The bedroom and lounge areas open to a private courtyard under a glorious Syringa tree.

Ivy Cottage Parkhurst

Beautiful ivy covered double storey cottage set in a charming,romantic garden. Very bright , well appointed, stylish and peaceful. The bedroom and work area are accessed by one flight of stairs to a comfortable and light filled loft -like space , while below is a spacious seating area and modern bathroom with a pebble mosaic rain shower . Both mezzanine and ground floor look out on to a tranquil, bird - filled garden. Only 1 block from bustling 4th avenue Parkhurst, yet extremely quiet.

The Poppyseed

The Poppyseed is a comfortable home from home in the beautiful suburb of Saxonwold. Solar panels and inverter minimises the effects of power outages. A spacious, open plan living area off the kitchen has large windows looking into the trees and spectacular Jacarandas in late October. Sitting on the patio allows for enjoying the beautiful Johanesburg sunsets. The spacious apartment is furnished and fitted for your comfort and convenience. Full suite DSTV and high speed WiFi are provided.

Poolside Villa

Escape to this off-grid retreat powered by solar energy and surrounded by lush greenery. Relax by the shared pool, enjoy a game of pool on the patio, or use the braai for outdoor dining. The open-plan kitchen includes a gas stove, and the living area offers cozy seating and a smart TV with high-speed WiFi. With sleek bedrooms and modern bathrooms, this eco-friendly getaway is perfect for couples or remote workers seeking tranquility and modern comforts in a peaceful, stylish setting.

Emmarentia garden cottage for couple/group

NO WATER CUTS - off-grad supply Private 2-bedroom cottage (3 guests max) garden & patio. 7 min from Rosebank, 20 min to Sandton,. Conveniently situated close to Wits, UJ, Milpark & Donald Gordon hospitals, Netcare Rehab. Moments away from Emmarentia Dam and Botanical Gardens. Other Airbnb on the property: rooms/36472088 Fully equipped kitchen, within walking distance of restaurants and takeaways in Greenside, close to Parkhurst, Parkview & Linden for great restaurants.

Sandton CBD 5 min away! Apartment No. 2 in Sandton!

Keep warm in this sunny first floor flat in leafy Hurlingham. We have a fully off-grid water supply! Our bright flat is suitable for executives working in Sandton or visitors to Sandton. Our property has filtered borehole water, is very secure, with alarm system, beams, electric fencing, CCTV and armed response. The unit is private and looks out onto the garden. Super fast fibre internet @ 20mb. Sandton is just a 5min Uber ride away. Secure parking for 1 vehicle.

Johannesburg Mountainside Garden Cottage

This centrally located, self catering, free-standing, magical mountainside cottage, exudes charm and a spirit of adventure. Perched on the ridge, it looks out over Johannesburg's northern suburbs and is set in a spacious garden full of botanical delights, birds and butterflies. This is a quiet, peaceful area suitable for relaxing or working from. We have a solar and battery power backup and water reservoir, so have reserves of electricity and water.

Lilac Cottage in Melville

Our cottage, with backup Solar and Water Tanks to ensure our guests stay comfortable, is tucked away under a big sweet gum tree. Guarded by our two friendly Chow Chow dogs the cottage looks out on our pool and has its own outside patio and braai area. Inside the cottage is a cozy studio apartment with a kitchenette, study nook with WiFi, a cupboard and a comfortable double bed. The separate modern bathroom is stocked with fresh towels and soap.

Perfect contained room

We have recently installed solar panels and battery-backup to cope with the loadshedding as well as a large water storage tank for water outages Snug cozy contained room has a double bed, kitchenette with two gas plates and bathroom with a shower. It's not the biggest space (23,5 square metres) but has almost everything you need for a stay in one of Johannesburg's beautiful old tree-lined suburbs. The area is safe and close to the train.