Vacation rentals 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.

The Pink Hound

Newly renovated (OCT 2024) Our Airbnb experience in the heart of Melville, a vibrant Johannesburg suburb. Boasting a queen bed, kitchen, luxurious bathroom, garden and pool allowing guests to enjoy the quiet of the suburbs while only being a block away from the dynamic 7th street packed with bars and restaurants. We know many attractions and are able to assist with information to have the best Johannesburg experience. Reserve water supply for water cuts, UPS for Wi-Fi during load shedding.

Apartment in Melville w/King Bed & Mini Garden

This cozy apartment in Melville seamlessly combines modern comfort and tranquility, perfect for work and relaxation. Enjoy direct access to your own patio, providing a serene escape from the city. Just a short Uber trip away from eclectic restaurants on 7th Street, Milpark Hospital, Wits, UJ, Rosebank, Sandton. With secure parking, power backup, and self-catering amenities, you’ll have essentials for a convenient stay. Access a pool, gym, squash court. Come recharge in this wonderful space!

(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.

1-Bed Loft Apartment with amazing City Views

Welcome to The Light House Sky, is a fully equipped open-plan Penthouse, with a private patio, built-in Braai (bbq), and beautiful views. Located in Westdene, close to the world-famous neighbourhood Melville, lined with trendy restaurants, bars, and cafes. Central location with a 25min drive to O.R. Tambo, Rosebank, Sandton, and Maboneng. A tranquil and creative hideaway, surrounded by greenery and birdsong, an ideal base to explore the many offerings within and around Johannesburg.

Your perfect base to explore Melville and Joburg

Our delightful garden cottage is in the leafy suburb of Melville, within walking distance of many restaurants, pubs and shops, but just far away that you will enjoy a wonderful sense of peace and quiet. The cottage features a large bedroom with a double bed, table, TV (Netflix) and couch, a kitchenette and a bathroom with bath and shower. We offer secure off-street parking for one small car. The bedroom opens onto a patio next to the pool. The cottage has a heater and electric blanket.

Off the grid Lavender Cottage Melville nr Wits&UJ

SOLAR POWERED with 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, although the cottage is not suited to late night wanderers as we are a quiet property; suited to professionals. Parking is shared.

...On the Koppies

Enjoy the beautiful nature reserve of the Melville Koppies in your backyard and in all the different lights from sunrise to sunset in this north-facing 'organic' house on 3 levels. There is a wonderful flow to the outside with verandahs off the main bedroom & open-plan living areas . It feels like a residence in the country but is actually peri-urban. Now electrical and water outages are a thing of the past with back-up and fast Wi-Fi for those looking to combine work with leisure.

Lovely studio in large garden in Melville.

Lovely secluded garden studio flat suitable for one guest or a couple with separate entrance located in Johannesburg's nicest neighbourhood, Melville. Includes access to a swimming pool and washing machine. Owner lives on the premises. Secure parking. Cooking facilities are basic but there is easy access to the main house kitchen should guests want to prepare more elaborate meals. Solar power backup system ensure minimal disruption resulting from "load shedding".

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