African Silhouette   
Marister, South Africa |

Safe, rustic, luxury lodge only minutes from O R Tambo Int. Airport.

Host(s):

Susan Valentine Susan Valentine
If I didn't love people, didn't care about their needs, didn't have compassion on those who travel for hours and being in transit, I would not be able to do this special 'hobby' that keeps me up long after everyone else is sleeping, wake up before the chickens on my little farm, make take away breakfast packs for early departures nor creating THE most awesome ambiance, decorating with style, and cook with passion ....

From scratch African Silhouette is built, in 2006 after few months of self designing, no architecture but my best friend at the time, a dream became reality.

2010 and the World Cup was of course like a 'love affair". It was done with passion, zeal, excitement. Daily trips to and from O R Tambo Airport and Gautrain formed part of the free service and late night / early guest pic ups became part of our lives with few hours of sleep. Celebrating different countries in one Guesthouse, was such an experience and today I look back and rejoice that I made friends, carry memories as if it was a 'holiday romance'.... a 'season' that will never be forgotten.

I love the country atmosphere. Love Gardening and planning/landscaping and creating special rooms and areas in the garden to be enjoyed for reading, photography, picnics etc. Art (painting) & Mosaic are some hobbies. The Horses and Guinea Fowls, and our 3 dogs are but some animals I love to mention. The dam host its koi and other fish, a very tranquil place to sit next to the dam and watch the birds and fishes.

I am always on the 'hunt with my camera'for another flower or something special in my garden. Want to come and 'click' ? There is so much that South Africa offers, I love my country, it's climates in Gauteng, Nature and love to share it with others.

Business Owner, Mother, Wife, Wedding Organizer, Hostess, Interior & exterior decorator, Sheff ..... that is Me! Without you - my house is empty and what is a Guesthouse without Guests? We Invite you - and Hope to meet you soon!!
Susan



We Speak: Afrikaans, English
To book, please enquire with host.
The host will quickly provide you with a custom quote you can book.

Availability Calendar: Not updated recently by the host. |

Lodging Type: Hotel | Lodge | Resort
Ambiance: Business | Casual | Quiet
Star Rating: (3.0 stars )
Summary:

African Sihouette guesthouse :
Guesthouse, Bed and Breakfast, Holiday Home (when all units are booked out for families traveling together), Venue : Weddings/Functions/

The Architecture combinations : Thatch, Pebbles, Art and Creativitiy, Interior Design and detail, Indigenous landscaping, Bird life, Country life and Animals, Boma Bush Roaring Fire and lawns, Summer sunny days and Winter's cold evening, lovely wind still winter days make it all so inviting for all who passes by and who needs a rest.
Live the South African Great Outdoors and Country Style : Banquets on Blankets : Picnics, Weddings, Soirees
African Silhouette is versatile and cater for every travelers need, local travelers and international, Business and Leisure. Midweek Hide aways, and Romantic Travelers experience the candle light dinners, Moonlight picnics in summer or the spicy colors of the dining room/boma with cuisine prepared to their taste. African Silhouette still believes in Romance and Love and building of relationships, time and pampering .... It can be incorporated to make every guest's experience more than just being 'a traveler'!!
The Friendly staff with bubbly personalities - who knows the secret of the History of African Silhouette (that once was a dream and who now live their dreams and to make others dreams come true) , work passionately and with zeal. This is not just another Guesthouse, it is the Guesthouse with the difference!!

Photographer's Paradise (Travelers/nature & Wedding photography)
Nature lovers Paradise !!
Travel/ Tour Guide available on request for personalized tours to Pilansberg, Day Tours : Cultural/City/Adventure
Traveling Beautician available for upmarket Spa treatments

Game Reserve 20 min drive - Shopping malls within 10 min drive!!
Easy access to main Highways

African Silhouette : Your Country Corporate and Leisure Hospitality/Tourism Service Provider. Where Peace and Tranquility still reigns and people can find rest for their thirsty/ tired souls.

Physical Address: 119 Karee Avenue, 1500, Marister, Benoni, South Africa

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min. away

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Marister The lodging is within this area
Benoni The lodging is within this area
Kempton Park 22 43 117
OR Tambo International Airport 15 30 More than 2 hours
East Rand Mall 24 48 More than 2 hours
Morningside Manor Unknown Unknown Unknown
Gautrain Sandton Station 20 30 More than 2 hours
Johannesburg 36 72 More than 2 hours
Centurion 47 94 More than 2 hours
Pretoria 51 103 More than 2 hours

Types of Guest Rooms, Units, or Bed Plans:

  Type of Guest Room, Unit, or Bed Plan: Quantity Available: Sleeps Up To: Bedrooms: Beds: Bathrooms:  
African Silhouette Guesthouse 4 8 4 8 Private: 4 More Details
Iceberg Rose Room 1 2 1 2 Private: 1 More Details
Pebble Room 1 2 1 2 Private: 1 More Details
Ghecko Room 1 2 1 2 Private: 1 More Details
Forest Room 1 2 1 2 Private: 1 More Details

Amenities

Eco-Friendly
In/At our facilities: Recycling of trash | Composting
In/At some of the guest rooms: 100% fluorescent bulbs
In/At all of the guest rooms: Cooling by ceiling fans instead of air conditioning | 100% linens and towels are made from organic cotton
AC & Heating
In/At all of the guest rooms: Air conditioning individually controlled in room | Heating | Electric Fans
Cooking & Eating
In/At our facilities: Kitchen | Full kitchen | Dishwasher | Dish-cleaning supplies | Stove | Microwave oven | Toaster | Barbeque grill | Pots and pans | Full-size refrigerator | Water purification system | Plates and bowls | Silverware/Utensils | Restaurant
In/At some of the guest rooms: Meal plan available
In/At all of the guest rooms: Minibar | Coffee/Tea maker | Mini-refrigerator | Tables and chairs | Breakfast included | Room service | Dinner delivery service from local restaurant
Nearby:
   Restaurant:   Driving Time9 min. away   Public Transportation Time10 min. away   Walking Time28 min. away
   Sports bar:   Driving Time10 min. away   Public Transportation Time10 min. away   Walking Time28 min. away
Electronic Entertainment
In/At our facilities: Video games | Premium movie channels
In/At some of the guest rooms: Video on demand | Pay per view movies on TV | DVD player
In/At all of the guest rooms: Flat panel or plasma TV
Phone, Internet & Business
In/At our facilities: Wireless connection
In/At all of the guest rooms: Desk
Bathroom Amenities
In/At some of the guest rooms: Hairdryer
In/At all of the guest rooms: Bathtub | Shower
Linens & Pillows
In/At some of the guest rooms: Foam pillows | Hypoallergenic pillows
In/At all of the guest rooms: Down/Feather pillows
Laundry
In/At our facilities: Iron | Ironing board | Washer/Dryer | Valet cleaning
Nearby:
   Dry cleaning:   Driving Time10 min. away   Public Transportation Time18 min. away   Walking Time30 min. away
Housekeeping
In/At some of the guest rooms: Daily housekeeping (at no extra cost) | Weekly housekeeping (at no extra cost) | Housekeeping available for a fee
Human Presence
In/At our facilities: Owner/Host lives in the lodging facilities | Full-time cooking staff | Door man | Front desk | 24-hour front desk | Baggage hold | Technical help desk
Security
In/At our facilities: 24-hour security
In/At all of the guest rooms: 24-hour security | Smoke detectors
Parking
In/At our facilities: Free car parking | Secured parking | RV/Bus/Truck parking | Motorcycle parking
Wheel Chair Access
Unfortunately our premises are not accessible by wheel chairs.

Activities

Event Services
In/At our facilities: Conference/Meeting facilities | Catering services | Banquet facilities | Wedding services
Sauna & Spa
In/At our facilities: Spa | Massage area
Arts
Nearby:
   Museum/Gallery viewing:   Driving Time30 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
   Theatre watching:   Driving TimeMore than 30 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
   Live music:   Driving TimeMore than 30 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
Sightseeing Tours
In/At our facilities: Sightseeing tours
Shopping
Nearby:
   Shopping:   Driving Time10 min. away   Public Transportation Time10 min. away   Walking Time28 min. away
Nightlife
In/At our facilities: Fine dining
Nearby:
   Nightclubs:   Driving Time30 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
   Dancing:   Driving Time25 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking Time28 min. away
   Casino / Gambling:   Driving Time20 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
Water Activities
In/At our facilities: Outdoor pool
Nearby:
   Lake access:   Driving Time20 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
   Canoeing:   Driving Time20 min. away   Public Transportation Time30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
   Sailing:   Driving Time20 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
   Scuba diving:   Driving Time20 min. away   Public Transportation Time29 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
   Water-skiing:   Driving TimeMore than 30 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
   Windsurfing:   Driving Time20 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away
Golf
Nearby:
   Golf course:   Driving Time10 min. away   Public Transportation Time10 min. away   Walking Time20 min. away
   Golf driving range:   Driving Time10 min. away   Public Transportation Time20 min. away   Walking Time20 min. away
   Miniature golf:   Driving Time10 min. away   Public Transportation TimeMore than 30 min. away   Walking TimeMore than 30 min. away

Policies

Children Policy:

Children are welcome

In/At our facilities: Playground
Some of the guest rooms: DVDs/Videos - children
Smoking Policy:

All of the guest rooms and units of this lodging are smoke-free

Some of the enclosed public areas of this lodging welcome smokers

Pets Policy:

This lodging does not welcome pets :(

Arrival / Departure Policy:

Arrival Time: As early as 02:00 PM
Express check-in available
Late check-in available
Departure Time:As late as 10:00 AM
Express check-out available
Late check-out available

Payment Methods: American Express Mastercard Visa Cash (Cash)
Prepayment Policy:
This lodging requires prepayment for some of its bookings.

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Booking Cancellation Policy:

Non refundable 50 % deposit on making reservation. No Show to pay full accommodation price quoted

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