Holiday rentals with outdoor seating in Melville

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.

(Sub)urban retreat

A light, green, urban sanctuary. Truly unique. This home is a beautiful space to recharge and relax, a base to explore the city. The house is located in Richmond, a small and friendly suburb bordering the vibrant neighbourhood of Melville, close to Millpark Hospital. The house was featured in Home & Leisure design magazine in 2016 due to its inspirational philosophy and its unique and creative architecture and interior design, as well as a Netflix series and a number of TV commercials.

Emmarentia garden cottage for couple/group

NO WATER CUTS LOADSHEDDING: WIFI 24/7, gas cooker, solar plug during day, rechargeable light globes. Private 2-bedroom cottage (3 guests max) garden & patio. Near - Rosebank, 20 min to Sandton, Wits, UJ, Milpark & Donald Gordon hospitals, Netcare Rehab. 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.

Airy, spacious, tranquil, work or chill space.

This secure, spacious studio is ideal for a work space and /or a place to recharge. The unit comfortably sleeps two people, stack doors open onto a sunny secluded patio which leads onto a private landscaped garden. This large modern studio unit provides good wifi, solar backup, sizable work station, Netflix, and secure parking on site for one car. We are a block away from 7th Street. 7th St is the vibrant high street of Melville offering an interesting variety of restaurants.

Pete's Suite

Pete's Suite offers a centrally-located private suite in a secure area. Backup Solar Power ensures no interruption to Fibre & LTE internet connectivity. The property is strictly non-smoking. There is a separate entrance, shared driveway. Includes a bedroom, spacious lounge and kitchenette stocked with a few essentials. The bathroom has a large shower and excellent water pressure. Enjoy coffee on your private patio. Please provide a selfie, or we will be unable to confirm your booking.

Gecko Cottage

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Where one can get away from the hustle and bustle while still being conveniently located within easy access to all amenities and business districts. Enjoy evenings with the sound of crickets and river frogs while dining on scrumptious salads, a home cooked hearty dish or the best pizza in town, by prior arrangement. Or simply self cater in the fully equipped kitchen, whatever your reason, work, stopover or relaxation, we’ve got you covered.

Private Suite & Garage

A private self-contained lock-up and go guest suite with unrestricted 24/7 access. 2.5 km from Unisa, 10,2 km from Monash University, 12,3 km from University of Johannesburg (UJ) and 16 km from University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). Guests do not have to share any spaces within the home with any members of the household as it is a totally independent unit even though it is situated within the main house. The only shared areas are outside in the garden and at the pool.

7D - Solar Powered Lovely Executive Loft

Solar powered lovely executive loft, fully furnished including wifi, Smart TV with netflix, washing machine, fridge, stove, microwave and all kitchen utensils. Solar powered during the day and battery backup anywhere between 2-8 hours depending on usage when there is no solar charging (no sun) and no council power. Situated in a central location and close to all amenities. Suitable for three people. Free and safe parking included. Suitable for long term stays as well.

LOVE @ 77 - Private Cottage

LOVE @ 77 - Private Cottage - is situated a quaint home setting ..This private garden cottage comfortably sleeps, two people..We are only a block away .. thus a 5 min walking distance..from the vibrant 7th street Melville which boasts an array of wonderful restaurants and urban Jozi culture. You’ll love this spot .. Great Hosts .. a comfy bed , a mini self cater kitchen with microwave, basic crockery and cutlery ..the neighborhood and the ambiance

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.

Apartment in leafy upmarket suburb

Our comfortable 1-bedroom apartment is set in leafy quiet Emmarentia, just up the road from the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens, with easy access to both the CBD and Johannesburg's northern suburbs. Even though fully equipped for self-catering, you also have easy access to many restaurants, coffee shops and bars in Greenside, and only a little further away the vibey 'villages' of Parkhurst and Melville.