Hurlingham Manor at a glance
About the suburb of Hurlingham Manor
Situated in the Northern suburbs of Johannesburg, this upmarket, scenic area is close to the Sandton CBD, and demand for properties in this area is regular as people seek homes closer to work to avoid traffic congestion and commute times. Hurlingham Manor is also a boomed-off, access-controlled area with CCTV cameras situated at the booms, as well as security vehicle patrols. This high security adds to the family-oriented lifestyle of Hurlingham Manor (which has two small well-maintained parks).
Interesting facts about the history of Hurlingham Manor
Hurlingham Manor is s relatively new suburb of Johannesburg, with some of the older houses built only 20 to 30 years ago. Many road names in Hurlingham Manor are named after wine varietals or well-known South African wine farms: Cabernet crescent, Sinsaunt crescent, Boschendal street, Nederburg crescent, and Backsberg lane, to name a few.
Schools in the area
There is a private entrance to the St. Stithians school campus from the enclosed suburb of Hurlingham Manor. St. Stithians is a private school with a Christian ethos. It is a day school as well as a boarding house. There is a pre-primary, a preparatory school, a girls' college, and a boys' college. The St. Stithians chapel is picturesque, and the grounds themselves are impressive... the St. Stithians campus is over 100 hectares. The school was founded in 1953 and is colloquially known as "Saints."
Other private schools near Hurlingham Manor include Crawford College, King David Marist, Brescia House, and the Michel Mount Waldorf School. Public schools near Hurlingham Manor include Bordeaux Primary, Montrose Primary, and Bryaneven Primary. Sandown High and Bryanston High are also very nearby.
Medical facilities in the area
Most residents of Hurlingham Manor make use of the Sandton Medi Clinic, which is a private hospital 5-minutes from the suburb. In neighbouring Sandton central and Bryanston, there are numerous choices for medical practitioners, be it dental, cosmetic, sports, psychology, or general practitioners that you are looking for.
Shopping centers and malls in the area
The Pick 'n Pay center on the corner of William Nicol and Republic Road is on the edge of Hurlingham Manor and is most popular with residents for a quick shopping trip. Five minutes further afield, there are the options of the Nicolway center or Benmore Shopping Center, which are convenient and have many retail options.
Restaurants to visit near Hurlingham Manor
For a coffee or a light lunch, stop at Thyme at the Pick 'n Pay center on the corner of William Nicol and Republic Road. On the St. Stithians campus, there is the restaurant Higher Ground where the views from the deck are unbelievable - the entire Sandton skyline is visible.
Things to do near Hurlingham Manor
Looking for weekend activities around Hurlingham Manor? Here are our Top 5 suggestions:
- Sky Dining at Higher Ground is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Booking is essential -either in groups or individually.
- The Field and Study Market in neighbouring Parkmore is a fun day out for the entire family. It's held on the second Saturday of every month. There are stalls to browse, a picnic area, and live music and activities (over and above the kiddies' play area).
- Braamfontein Spruit Hiking Trail, which begins in Parkmore, has facilities for parking your car before embarking on the route, which ends on Witkoppen Road.
- Discovery Soccer Park is much beloved for its 5-a-side soccer tournaments and is conveniently nearby. It's at the Sandton Sports Club.
- RollEgoli in Bryanston is great, retro fun for the whole family, but of course, it's a real hit with kids. The roller-skating rink is open to the public, and it's also possible to book a party there. Find out more about RollEgoli here.
Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD
Hurlingham Manor is 29 kilometers from Lanseria Airport and 34 kilometers from OR Tambo International Airport. You could also take the Gautrain to the airport, it's only a 15-minute train journey, and the Sandton station is 10 minutes from Hurlingham Manor.
It's a short commute to the Sandton business district (less than 8 kilometers) and about 17 kilometers to the Johannesburg inner city CBD.
Weather in Hurlingham Manor
The weather is fantastic all year round. While winter temperatures can drop to near zero degrees Celsius, the sun shines on most days. Mornings are crisp, and evenings are usually spent indoors or around a braai fire outdoors. The summer months are long and enjoyable. Temperatures can rise to 35 degrees Celsius on the hottest days. Summer is also the rainy season in Johannesburg, but the rains are usually in the form of afternoon thundershowers, which pass relatively quickly. Sunsets are unbelievably beautiful in Johannesburg.
Make Hurlingham Manor your home, your story.
Hurlingham Manor offers good value for money compared to some of the neighbouring suburbs. First-time buyers and mid-level investors may choose one of the older homes to renovate and modernize; However, these houses do not usually require extensive work; mostly, they require cosmetic updates. This small suburb also offers more modern homes for top-end investors and those looking for something that is move-in-ready.
Seeff has been selling in Hurlingham Manor for decades and is best placed to advise you about the property for sale or to rent in the area. Here are some of the properties we currently have on the market for sale in Hurlingham Manor.
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