Sandhurst Ext 4, Sandton

About the suburb of Sandhurst Ext 4

Sandhurst Extension 4 is a relatively small upmarket suburb wedged between the equally sought-after suburbs of Hurlingham Manor, Parkmore, and River Club. In addition to its enclosed area and 24-hour security patrols, Sandhurst Extension 4 is also close to the Sandton business area and has good private schools, which means that houses in this exclusive suburb are highly sought after by buyers. 

Most of the houses in Sandhurst Ext 4 are freehold homes in estates, with a total of 92 homes, while there are two sectional title homes in estates. It also has easy access to William Nicol Drive, which is the main arterial road through many of the northern suburbs, making it an especially easy commute for residents working in the areas of Sandton and Fourways.

Interesting facts about the history of Sandhurst Ext 4

One of the interesting facts about this suburb lies in the name itself. The name Sandhurst, which also relates to the suburb of Sandhurst Ext 4, refers to a sandy wooded hill. This name originates from geographical descriptions "at the Hurst," being the woods or hill.

Schools in the area

Several private schools are very close to Sandhurst Ext 4, including the prestigious St Stithians Girls & Boys Schools and Colleges in nearby Lyme Park, which has classes from Grade 1 through to Matric, and Crawford Prep and College in Benmore Gardens. Bordeaux Primary School and both Bryanston Primary and High Schools are close to the suburb, and the Lycee Francaise Jules Verne is ideal for students whose native language is French, and the curriculum follows the French educational system.

Medical facilities in the area

Residents of Sandhurst Ext 4 have easy access to high-quality medical care with well-known medical facilities within a short distance. This includes the Sandton Mediclinic offering a 24-hour Emergency unit and a dedicated pediatric service; Morningside Mediclinic, a multidisciplinary specialist hospital with great medical specialists and excellent facilities; and Rosebank Clinic, providing highly skilled specialists in a variety of medical and surgical disciplines. There is also the Tara Care and Rehabilitation Centre, which provides care for both in-patients and out-patients. 

Shopping centers and malls in the area

There are several shopping venues, including Sandton City and Hyde Park Corner, that are ideal for luxury shopping with both local and international brands and are easily accessible via the main arterial roads running through these northern suburbs. There is also the Nicolway Center and Benmore Gardens shopping center, with grocery shops, banking facilities, and various outlets for day-to-day requirements, as well as the nearby smaller Parkmore Mews Shopping vicinity.

Restaurants to visit in Sandhurst Ext 4

There are many restaurants that cater to different tastes in the vicinity of Sandhurst Ext 4. This includes Pappas on the Square in Nelson Mandela Square, which specializes in Mediterranean foods with a focus on Greek dishes like kleftiko, souvlaki, and moussaka. There is also So Yum in Hyde Park which offers an Asian menu with a selection of aromatic teas to compliment the meals, and the Butcher Shop and Grill in Nelson Mandela Square for beef, lamb, and seafood.

Things to do in Sandhurst Ext 4

Looking for weekend activities around Sandhurst Ext 4? Here are our Top 5 things to do in and around the suburb:

1. Theatre on the Square: located in Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton, this spot allows residents to enjoy theatre productions and musicals.

2. The Field and Study Recreation Centre: has a craft market on the first Saturday of each month and a café for refreshments. Also, residents can enjoy walks through the grounds and access numerous courses, including courses for art, languages, cooking, and photography. 

3. Bryanston Country Club: has an 18-hole, 72-par golf course and the usual clubhouse facilities. The club also has tennis courts, squash courts, and bowling greens. Bryanston Country Club

4. Acrobranch, Melrose: is a little over 15 minutes drive from Sandhurst Ext 4 and has zip lines and obstacle courses amongst the tree tops with both adult and children's courses.

5. Cycle Lab Bike Park: is also a short drive from Sandhurst Ext 4 and has a 20-hectare green belt in Bryanston with bike trails for cyclists with different levels of expertise, from children learning to ride on tarred tracks to the more adventurous mountain bikers on the BMX tracks. There is also a children's playground.

Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD

Lanseria Airport is closest to Sandhurst Ext 4, only 26.6 kilometers away. The main international airport in Johannesburg, the OR Tambo International Airport, is 31.4 kilometers from Sandhurst Ext 4. It is 5.2 kilometers away from the Sandton CBD and 15.8 kilometers from the inner-city Johannesburg business district.

Weather in Sandhurst Ext 4

Johannesburg's weather is one of the best climates in the world. Summer temperatures can reach mid-30C, and brief thundershowers usually cool afternoons down. Evening sunsets are spectacular. In the winter months, when it is the dry season, temperatures can fall to single digits in the early morning and through the night, but the sun shines during the day.

Make Sandhurst Ext 4 your home, your story.

We have homes available for sale and lease in Sandhurst Ext 4. Browse the properties to rent, and be in touch with the specialist rental agent at Seeff Sandton. We look forward to helping you find out more about Sandhurst Extension 4 and the surrounding suburbs. We have been selling and leasing homes in the area for over 20 years.

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