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Where the Garden Meets the City

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
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Interior
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Where the Garden Meets the City provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Where the Garden Meets the City

Where the Garden Meets the City | Akaru 1BR Bryanston Escape

Your sanctuary between meetings and moments

Tucked beneath a canopy of trees in the heart of Bryanston, this one-bedroom apartment offers the perfect balance of professionalism and peace. Whether you’re in town for business, remote work, or a quiet getaway, this space is designed to support your rhythm — calm when you need to focus, and warm when it's time to unwind. The interiors reflect a refined simplicity, ideal for professionals or couples seeking comfort, functionality, and effortless style — where every corner carries a sense of rhythm and care. Effortless comfort for the working traveller.

The Space

The open layout invites the morning in, and by evening, soft shadows dance along the walls — warm and familiar. This is the kind of place where time slows.

Brew your coffee in the quiet of dawn and wander out into a neighbourhood where the streets are lined with life — organic markets, indie cafés, quiet parks, and open skies. Evenings call for easy laughter on rooftop bars, shared meals in tucked-away restaurants, and the gentle hum of a suburb that’s both alive and laid-back.

Though it feels like a world apart, Sandton’s heartbeat is just down the road — close enough to stay connected, far enough to feel free.
Within the estate, you’ll find spaces that move at your pace — from meditation gardens and co-working corners to leafy walks and playful moments by the pool. Whether you’re here for a few nights or a few seasons, Akaru offers you the grace of stillness and the gift of access.

Perfect for remote work, quiet escapes, or reconnecting with your rhythm — whether you're winding down with a glass of wine or catching up on a series in the cosy lounge, the apartment offers the flexibility of a sophisticated environment with the soul of a sanctuary.

The home features high-speed Wi-Fi, a fully stocked kitchen, secure parking, and gentle design that welcomes you to linger longer.

Come settle where green meets gold. Come stay where city-shapers roam.

Guest Access:

Guests will be given their own set of keys and have the apartment to
themselves.

Other details to note

We can arrange additional cleaning or laundry services upon request and
at an additional cost, if required.

Linen & towels as well as an initial supply of tea, coffee, sugar and
basic shower amenities are provided.

Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 441 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

4012888

About the area

Map
Johannesburg

What's nearby

  • Montecasino - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Sandton Convention Centre - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 13 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 16 min drive
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gemelli - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rockets - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪vida e caffè - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Where the Garden Meets the City have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Where the Garden Meets the City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Where the Garden Meets the City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Where the Garden Meets the City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Where the Garden Meets the City located?

Located in Sandton, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Mediclinic Sandton and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Montecasino. The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and Fourways Farmers Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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