Eden Glen, Edenvale

If you're looking for a close-knit community with all the perks of suburbia, Eden Glen is the place to put down roots. The suburb is one of Edenvale's most established neighbourhoods. Eden Glen is centrally located - major routes and highways are easily accessible. There are great shopping centres, sporting facilities, and schools fit for a family on the search for refined living. With a range of freestanding houses, townhouses, and flats, there's an Eden Glen home for your unique needs.

A brief history of the area

In 1903, Edenvale was a small post-Anglo Boer War farm named Rietfontein. The area was established as a gold mine and named after the then Rietfontein Gold Mine. Edenvale draws its name from John Eden, a part-owner of Rietfontein. In 1939, Edenvale became a village. It was later proclaimed a municipality in 1954. It's likely the suburb of Eden Glen was inspired by the town name.

Climate

If you worship the sun, you'll bask in Eden Glen's weather. As a part of Gauteng, the suburb shares in the province's warm summer days. Winters here are crisp and clear. Summer temperatures average 25°C, with winter days dropping to a low of around 15°C.

Schools in the area

As a parent, you want your child to get the best start in life. Schools around Eden Glen are known for encouraging their academic development, artistic sides, and their athletic ability.

Primary schools include Eastleigh Primary School, Edenglen Primary School, and Hurlyvale Primary School. Secondary schools include Dowerglen High School and Edenvale High School. For a combined school option, Curro Edenvale caters to learners from Grade R to Grade 9.

Healthcare in the area

Eden Glen is an area that will help you prioritise your health. There are a number of healthcare centres within 20 minutes of the suburb. You can visit Medicross Edenvale, Netcare Linksfield Hospital, Edenvale Hospital, and Life Roseacres Hospital. There are also healthcare professionals near the area including general practitioners, psychologists chiropractors, and dentists.

Shopping centres

Whether it's day-to-day essentials or luxury spends, you'll have a world of retail at your fingertips. Within your immediate vicinity, you can shop at Edenglen Shopping Centre, Karaglen Shopping Centre, or Eden Terrace Shopping Centre. For even more retail therapy, you can travel out to Stonehill Crossing, Green Valley Shopping Center, or The Glen Curve Shopping Centre.

Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)

The driving distance from Eden Glen to O.R. Tambo International Airport is 8.5 km. This will take you roughly 13 minutes to reach your destination.

Restaurants

Eden Glen is a small suburb but has enough restaurants to delight the pickiest foodie. You can have pizzas at Papachinos, wolf down peri-peri chicken at O Peri Peri, have authentic German sausages at The German Grill, or tuck into sushi at the Kung Fu Kitchen. For a friendly pub atmosphere, you can head to The Deck Pub and Grill for a pint of frosty beer.

Special attractions

Looking for things to do around Eden Glen? Here are some fun options.

1. Horwood's Farm: A monthly market is held in this serene spot. Expect craft stalls, delicious food, your favourite tunes, and relaxed vibes all around.

2. Edenvale Action Sports Arena: This is a safe indoor environment to play the sports you love. There are cricket, netball, soccer, hockey and dodgeball courts available.

3. Hunyani Snake City: Learn more about our slithery friends at this interactive reptile sanctuary. You'll see cobras, mambas, king snakes, anacondas, to name a few of the snakes.

4. DigzBEACH Volleyball: For volleyball superstars in the making, this beach volleyball facility is a must-visit. It has a stellar indoor and outdoor court.

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