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Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set

Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set

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Living area
Hot tub on the private rooftp terrace
Giant Chess set on the private rooftop terrace
Dining table on the private rooftop terrace
Open plan living area

Overview of Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Enjoy the area

Map
Johannesburg, GP
  • Popular LocationJohannesburg City Hall2 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Witwatersrand2 min drive
  • Popular LocationGold Reef City Casino7 min drive
  • AirportJohannesburg (QRA-Rand)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Double

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Twin

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Main

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master En-Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set

We're up-cycling Johannesburg’s city center by reclaiming and redesigning disused spaces, one luxury renovation at a time. This stunning apartment is above the bustling streets and 7 mins Uber from the entertainment centres of MABONENG, NEWTOWN and BRAAMFONTEIN. It's within easy reach of most of Joburg’s tourist offerings, such as the Apartheid Museum, Soweto and Sandton, has a JACUZZI, BBQ and GIANT CHESS SET on its PRIVATE ROOF TERRACE as well as access to the shared penthouse rooftop pool and solar heated hot water.
It is the perfect base for friends & family to explore Joburg's Urban Revival, Soweto & beyond.

This stunning apartment is spread over the 9th, 10th and 11th floor of the heritage (listed), former Barclays Bank HQ, building on the oldest street in Johannesburg.

Providing a different (some say more authentic) Johannesburg experience to the Northern suburbs, it is less than 10min Uber ride to Maboneng, Braamfontein, Newtown, Joziburg lane and 1Fox street, making it perfectly located to experience the city's urban revival and access the coolest parts of Jo'burg, whilst not having to put up with the noise that goes with actually staying in these 'lively' areas.

Many don't realise that Johannesburg is also a pan-African cultural centre. The location of this apartment gives much easier access to those aspects of our city, including the sights and sounds that come with being in a developing African city. If you are looking for the pristine Porsche/Rolex/Jimmy Choo experience of Johannesburg, you're likely to be happier in areas such as Sandton.

The apartment is less than 10 minutes walk to the closest Citysightseeing open-top hop-on-hop-off tour bus stop, about 25 minutes drive from Johannesburg airport and 10 minutes away from the Gautrain station, giving direct access to Rosebank, Sandton, Pretoria and the airport.

The layout of the apartment was designed so that the main living spaces would all benefited from easy access to the outdoor space and the amazing city views.

On the entrance floor of the apartment there is a Master bedroom which incorporates a en-suite bathroom (with a shower and WC) ; a second bedroom which has an extra length queen bed; a third bedroom with two extra length single beds; and another bathroom with a Japanese style sit up bath.

The middle floor of the apartment has an open plan living area (with a fabulous woodburning stove), dining area (with a 8-seater dining table) and gourmet kitchen with granite counters, bespoke handmade cabinetry and stainless appliances. All of which creates an amazing homely room to hang out in. This family centered room also has air conditioning. There is an additional bed/chill out room and a WC.

All of the downstairs bedrooms have triple-glazed windows to keep the city sounds out and the warmth in, during the short South African winters. Each of the bedrooms also has a ceiling fan.

Exit the back door and an iron spiral staircase leads up to the private roof deck which has a Jacuzzi, bbq/braai, a large dining table, a fire pit and giant chess set.

The apartment also has a solar powered hot water system

Property manager

Ade Ashaye

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must be accompanied by an adult

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on the roof terrace is fine.
No outside guest (i.e. not included on booking) wi
If your account has not been verified with a gover
No loud music and please be courteous and avoiding

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Johannesburg

Located in Johannesburg, this apartment is in the city centre. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Gold Reef City Casino and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Johannesburg Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Ellis Park Stadium.
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Johannesburg, GP

What's nearby

  • Johannesburg City Hall - 2 min walk
  • Carlton Centre - 9 min walk
  • University of Witwatersrand - 2 min drive
  • Johannesburg Zoo - 5 min drive
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Ellis Park Station - 8 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 14 min walk
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min walk
  • McDonald's - 5 min walk
  • Wimpy - 4 min walk
  • Cappello - 3 min walk
  • City Perk Café - 4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Brand New, City Center Penthouse with Rooftop Hot Tub and Giant Chess Set located?

Located in the centre of Johannesburg, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Johannesburg City Hall, Carlton Centre and SAB World of Beer. Ferreira's Mine and Turbine Hall are also within 15 minutes. Johannesburg Park Station is 14 minutes by foot and Ellis Park Station is 28 minutes.

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About the host

Hosted by Ade Ashaye

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For my day job I work for a New York based NGO that focuses on supporting Financial Inclusion for low income women. This is why I travel so much and have a co-host that meets the guests when they arrive.

My hobby is renovating apartments in the oldest part of Johannesburg. renting them out for holiday makers funds the hobby and gives more people a more authentic experience of Joburg.

It allows me to do some amazingly quirky things (like giant chess sets on the roof) that create the unique experiences that people remember the most.

Why they chose this property

Be it a family trip or a group of friends, a first visit to Africa or a return visit, this apartment is set up to help you 'live it up a little' whilst having quick and easy access to explore the real gems of Johannesburg like the Apartheid museum, Soweto and Constitution Hill.

My aim is to help make it as easy as possible for you to ‘cultivate an authentic experience’ of Jo'burg by connecting you with some of the right drivers, tour guides, restaurants, eating experiences etc. to support your planning and make the most of your time in town, with my apartment as your home base.

Providing a different (some say more authentic) Johannesburg experience to the Northern suburbs, it is also less than 10min Uber ride to Maboneng, Braamfontein, and Newtown, making it perfectly located to experience the city's urban revival and access the coolest parts of Jo'burg, whilst not having to put up with the noise that goes with actually staying in these 'lively' areas.

The apartment is less than 10 minutes walk to the closest Citysightseeing open-top hop-on-hop-off tour bus stop, about 25 minutes drive from Johannesburg airport and 10 minutes away from the Gautrain station, giving direct access to Sandton, Pretoria and the airport.

The layout of the apartment was designed so that the main living spaces would all benefited from easy access to the outdoor space and the amazing city views.

What makes this property unique

The private roof terrace with hot tub, grill and giant chess set, is unique in Joburg.

Quoting a recent guest "This apartment is beautiful and stylish but the real value is the local knowledge and recommendations provided by the hosts. Joburg has so many beautiful places to explore and people to meet and, like any big city, places you don’t want to stumble into blindly. Stay safe while experiencing the best of Joburg by following our up to date recommendations of places to go (and to steer clear of) whilst you’re in town."

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