Lavender Cottage Melville nr Wits&UJ

Entire guest house in Johannesburg, South Africa

  1. 3 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 2 bathrooms
Hosted by Michelle
  1. Superhost
  2. 7 years hosting

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This is one of the few places in the area with a pool.

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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.

The space
We are a family living on the property, as well as staff, and a tenant. Parking is available, but limited due to the narrow driveway built for a horse and cart in the early 1900's! If you prefer, there is secure off premises parking 200m away.

We are close to major universities, UJ and WITS, and to Hospitals (Milpark, Donald Gordon and Parklane).
There are two dogs and 2 cats on the property.

Guest access
We share a driveway and entrance gate with the guest; as well as shared parking space. The pool is also shared.

Other things to note
Parking is available but requires reversing down an extremely narrow driveway originally built to accommodate a horse and cart, we are told! We can assist where needed.
We encourage quiet time from 11pm - 6am, and discourage entering and exiting the property between these hours to ensure safety.
Complimentary tea and coffee for short stays and for the first week if a long stay.
Pls note that there are animals on the property. A large dog (Golden retriever mix) and a smaller Jack Russell.
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Where you'll sleep

What this place offers

Garden view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free driveway parking on premises – 1 space
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm
Unavailable: Smoke alarm

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Rated 4.94 out of 5 from 246 reviews.

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Where you’ll be

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Melville is a bohemian Neighbourhood, home to Actors, Artists, Students, Journalists, Lecturers, Writers, Directors and much more. It is close to major universities, and boasts a vibey nightlife and a villagey atmosphere with a deep sense of community. Melville's inimitable 7th Street is only steps away from the BnB, and you can take a leisurely stroll and explore the many antique shops, bric-a-brac and quirky bars and eateries.

Meet your host

Superhost
246 reviews
4.94 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
Most useless skill: accents
I'm obsessed with: Rome.

Michelle is a Superhost

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in: 15:00 – 21:00
Checkout before 10:00
3 guests maximum
Safety & property
No carbon monoxide alarm
No smoke alarm
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock