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SAND RIVER GUEST HOUSE

Explore Rivonia and Beyond

While Sand River Guest House is a tranquil sanctuary, its prime location gives you easy access to the best of Sandton and Johannesburg. Whether you're here for business or leisure, you'll find a wide array of attractions, shops, and activities just minutes away from our "country setting".

On Our Doorstep

You don't have to travel far to find what you need. The guesthouse's immediate vicinity is both convenient and vibrant.
  • The Rivonia CBD is less than two minutes away.
  • Within walking distance, the Rivonia business centre offers a selection of banks, hairdressers, supermarkets, shops, and excellent restaurants.
  • The award-winning Skin Sense spa is just around the corner.
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Fitness & Golf

Stay active with a variety of fitness and sporting facilities in our vicinity.
  • Gyms: There is a Planet Fitness in Rivonia and a Virgin Active in Morningside.
  • Golf Courses: Several courses are nearby, including the Johannesburg Country Club, Riverclub, Bryanston Country Club, and Leeuwkop Golf Club.
  • Driving Range: The "World of Golf" is located in Woodmead for those who just want to hit a few balls.

Shopping & Markets

Joburg is a premier shopping destination with many fantastic centres nearby. These locations offer everything from restaurants to designer outlets.
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  • Nearby Malls: Your options include the Morningside Shopping Centre (with a French market every Sunday morning), Woodmead Retail Park, Makro, Village Walk, Sandton City, Hyde Park, Fourways Mall, and the Design Quarter.
  • Local Markets: The Bryanston Organic Market is a popular nearby attraction.
  • Major Hubs: Sandton City and Fourways are both within a 15-minute drive.

Entertainment & Theatres

Enjoy a world-class show at one of Johannesburg's spectacular theatres.
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  • Montecasino, which features the Teatro theatre, is within a 15-minute drive from the guesthouse.
  • Other major venues include the Lyric Theatre at Gold Reef City and the Joburg Theatre.

Major Tourist Attractions

Our central location provides easy reach to the rich history and culture of Johannesburg and its surroundings.
  • Close by you will find Montecasino and the Bryanston Organic Market.
  • A little further but still easily accessible are The Johannesburg Zoo, The Apartheid Museum, The Origins Centre, Constitution Hill, The Lion Park, and Gold Reef City.
  • Explore the vibrant Newtown district or visit the Lesedi Cultural Village.
  • Discover the history of Soweto with a visit to the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial, as well as Mandela House.
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