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Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House is a recently renovated guest house located in Johannesburg, 8.8 km from Observatory Golf Club. The air-conditioned accommodation is 11 km from Johannesburg Stadium. There is an outdoor fireplace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The units at the guest house are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. Some units include a terrace and/or a balcony with pool views and an outdoor dining area. At the guest house, every unit has bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries and fruits are available daily at the guest house. As an added convenience, 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. A variety of wellness packages are available for guests to get rejuvenated on-site. Sightseeing tours are available nearby. Barbecue facilities are available at the guest house, and guests can also relax in the garden or go on a picnic in the picnic area. Kempton Park Golf Club is 12 km from the accommodation, while Modderfontein Golf Club is 12 km away. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International, 12 km from 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.8
High score for Johannesburg
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Vusa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Attentive host, most comfortable stay and everything of very high quality and standard. Breakfast, maybe more options for those that prefer English style, baked beans, mushrooms, sausage
  • Chris
    Canada Canada
    The whole experience was excellent. John picked me up from the airport at a very early hour, then bought me breakfast. We had great conversations and it really made my introduction to South Africa a fantastic one. The house is very nice with a...
  • Brett
    Netherlands Netherlands
    125 on van Buuren Road is a grand guest house. I could mention the lovely rooms, the beautiful surrounding gardens and the delicious breakfast prepared daily but what made my stay so special was the warmth and kindness of the hosts, John and Pam.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by John Amis and Pamela Amis

Company review score: 9.8Based on 95 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Pam and John Amis are awaiting your visit to our Guest House so that we can provide you with a warm and hospitable welcome. We worked for an international mining company for several years, and were fortunate to experience many establishments around the world. This experience combined with a passion for providing an excellent service has resulted in an efficient and cost effective service for all our guests (from many different countries) which we have been providing for eight years. We enjoy helping our guests plan their tourist visits in Johannesburg, Pretoria and surrounding areas; provide details of travel and tourist companies in Johannesburg; provide information on local restaurants; provide transport whenever required; provide facilities for small events and meetings; provide local traffic advice; provide meals such as breakfasts, dinners and braais. Our love of nature is reflected in the garden of the guest house, as well as the décor inside the establishment, with numerous paintings, photographs and books of mountains, birds and animals. We love to tell our guests about our National Parks in South Africa, and the animals and birds that can be seen in the parks.

Property information

The Guest House is situated in the leafy and safe suburb of Bedfordview just 15 minutes' drive from OR Tambo International Airport. It is located close to the N3, N12, R21, R24 and M2 major motorways providing speedy road access to all major routes in and around Johannesburg, as well as major routes out of Johannesburg. These motorways facilitate easy travel access for tourists to attractions such as the Kruger National Park, the Apartheid Museum, the Pilansberg National Park, Sun City Resort, Gold Reef City Theme Park, Soweto Tours, the Drakensberg tourist resorts, The Lion Park, The Cradle of Humankind Heritage Site and tourist attractions in Pretoria such as the Vortrekker Monument and the Union Buildings. Through experience, the Guest House can assist guests in connecting with knowledgeable and reliable tour operators as well as providing information on City Sightseeing Tours. For businessmen, the location of the guest house provides a hub from which industry visits can be undertaken not only to the business areas of Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni, but also to the business areas of Limpopo, the Northwest Province, and Kwa Zulu Natal. The guest house offers 4 elegantly decorated rooms and three self-catering apartments. Each self-catering unit accommodates 4 guests. All bedrooms have en suite bathrooms with showers. Each room is equipped with bar fridge, hair dryer, a high-speed Wi-Fi connection, air-conditioning, hospitality tray and a flat-screen TV with all DStv channels. Breakfast is served every morning in the dining area. Dinner and lunch are also available on request. Our facility is relatively small providing a “home away from home” atmosphere. The guest house has a covered braai area that overlooks a well-manicured garden adjacent to two lapas and a swimming pool. Secure off-street parking is provided. Security cameras monitor the property on a continuous basis. A small well-equipped conference room for eight guests is available.

Neighbourhood information

The Guest House is 1.6 kms from the Gillooly’s motorway Interchange, providing direct access to the N12, R24, R21, N3, R21, M2, and N17 major motorways, resulting in easy access to the business districts of Sandton, Midrand, Johannesburg, and Pretoria. Travellers choose the central location of Bedfordview to easily access tourist attractions such as the Red Bus Tours, the Apartheid Museum, the Gold Reef City Theme Park, the Johannesburg Zoo, the World of Beer, the Cradle of Humankind, the Sterkfontein Caves, the Soweto Tours, the Pilansberg Game Park, and all the tourist attractions of Pretoria. The OR Tambo International Airport is an easy 13 minute journey, The Guest House offers a shuttle service to ORT. Closer to the Guest House, the five shopping facilities of Village View, Bedford Gardens, Meadowdale, Eastgate and Key West are all within a distance of five kilometres. Several attractions within walking distance from the Guest House also include The Chocolate Factory, the New Delhi Indian restaurant, and Kaylee’s Vegan Market. The Bedfordview Country Club is 400 metres from the Guest House, which includes a Virgin Active Gymnasium. The Royal, Glendower, and Germiston Golf Clubs are close to Bedfordview.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Tennis equipment
  • Water park
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

From 06:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House

  • 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Swimming Pool
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Spa facilities
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Tennis equipment
    • Spa/wellness packages

  • 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House is 6.8 miles from the centre of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Apartment

  • Guests staying at 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet

  • The prices at 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at 125 on Van Buuren Road Guest House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.