50 Shepherd Avenue, Bryanston, 2021 Johannesburg, South Africa
#54 of 370 B&Bs and Inns in Johannesburg
Guests' ChoiceBased on 109 B&B reviews
8.7Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.6
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 28 March 2025
Malefo
South AfricaNothing
Safe neighbourhood, and closer to most restaurants
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 23 February 2025
Carol
South AfricaEverything was good.
Very comfortable, perfect for a work stay with WiFi and a desk. Lovely pool too. Penny was very hospitable and served a delicious breakfast. It is a very safe place to stay
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 28 January 2025
Anne
United KingdomPossibly the chairs on the little stoep could have been more comfortable
The room was lovely, with a door out into the garden, which made it easy for going to the swimming pool. Penny, the host was delightful and did everything she could to make us comfortable, even bringing in a fan to our room as it was the middle of a heatwave.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 14 December 2024
Nick
AustraliaNothing
Conveniently located in the northern suburbs Penny is a marvellous host
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 11 December 2024
Karolina
PolandWe enjoyed our stay very much. The place is very cozy. The owners were extremely nice and helpful. Thanks to them we felt like at home. We recommend it!
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 15 November 2024
Lizelle
NamibiaBeautiful tranquil setting lovely for some relaxing.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 8 October 2024
Tebogo
South AfricaThere was great privacy within the accommodation. The area is very quiet and the yard is filled with greenery. It was honestly a breath of fresh air. A great breakfast was served each morning as well. The staff are very friendly and readily available.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 26 August 2024
Kearabetswe
South AfricaPerfect location - if you’re looking for something that is like you’re not in the city yet you’re in the city this is a perfect spot. I can not fault anything, everything was perfect. I loved the vintage aesthetics, game boards, my room had a view of the garden. Penny made sure we are comfortable and we got everything we needed whenever. The pictures aren’t doing any justice. It was serene , just what I needed to escape the city life. I got back home relaxed and rejuvenated and ready to take the world. It was a perfect staycation destination. For someone like me who likes creating content, I have content for days lol. I am definitely coming back for more days 😍
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 23 June 2024
Owiti
KenyaThe whole experience
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 11 June 2024
Tamsyn
South AfricaGeyser seems to have been on a timer. Lukewarm water in the early part of the morning.
Friendly owners and the cleanliness of the room. The rooms were comfortable and services daily.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Venter
South AfricaNothing
Friendlyness of Staff
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Acckk1
AustraliaA larger sized bed would have been better, as my partner and I were rather squashed together. We also could not figure out if the accommodation provided access to free-to-air TV channels + the remote control did not work properly. Block-out curtains would also have added to the comfort factor
The guestouse was clean and tidy, and the location was perfect as it was easy access to main roads and freeways. A great breakfast was served.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Petra
United KingdomNothing
The property is in a good and safe location.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Kent
South AfricaBreakfast was excellent. The friendliness of the owners and staff was exceptional and they were more than helpful with our needs. The location is ideal for visiting St Stithians College.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 December 2023
Modiroa
South AfricaThe host was amazing, kind and friendly Our room was warm and welcoming
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Viviene
South AfricaHad no issues
Enjoyed being able to sit on the verandah or loungers watching the birds and having fresh air
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Vincent
KenyaConstruction noises next door unfortunately
Hospitality & Garden
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Craig
South AfricaBreakfast was amazing, staff super-friendly and accommodating. Tranquil surroundings and having a pool in the mini-heat wave was a win!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Christo
FrancePool could be skimmed :)
lovely welcome and great breakfast, a real home from home
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 6 September 2023
Zietta
South AfricaI booked last minute and was accommodated late the evening by a friendly and hospitable host. My stay was extremely comfortable and homely, despite my last minute change in plans. I left having made a new friend! The location is ideal and I will be regular. The breakfast hit the spot after days on the road. Felt like my mother tending to me when I was young. I left with my cup flowing over!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Bereng
South AfricaFirstly the location is everything. Never thought there'd be such a calm, peaceful, serene piece of land in the middle of Bryanston. You have to be there to believe it. We were treated to an upgrade of the room we booked and also had a delicious, filling breakfast. They have streaming services for entertainment and electric blankets for the cold winter. Penny was a great host as well and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. In the cold morning we found that she'd lit up the fireplace by the breakfast table. Amazing establishment. Sitting on the balcony and listening to trees whispering I'm the wind was so calming. It's a really serene place.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 17 May 2023
Nozipho
South AfricaExcellent service
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 4 April 2023
Deborah
ZambiaI like to have tea making facilities in my own room rather than having to go to the dining room to make tea or coffee.
Large comfortable room with immaculately clean. Safe accomodation and lovely hosts
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 23 March 2023
Niels
DenmarkThere was nothing to be disliked.
Well appointed separate discreet unit; spacious. Perfect for self catering while enjoying access to communal areas all over. Very friendly hosts eager to follow up and to ensure the best possible stay.
Stayed in March 2023
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