8.9

115 reviews

Shepherd Lodge

Shepherd Lodge

50 Shepherd Avenue, Johannesburg, 2021, South Africa

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Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Water sports facilities on site

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Shepherd Lodge

Shepherd Lodge is a cheerful bed-and-breakfast in Johannesburg, South Africa, about 9.5mi from the city center. The address is 50 Shepherd Avenue, and breakfast is included, setting a bright tone for mornings before exploring the area.

This adults-only retreat offers a splash of convenience and comfort with an outdoor swimming pool (free), private parking (free), and free Wi‑Fi, plus water sports facilities on site (free) and a streaming service option for Netflix-style evenings. Guests can soak up sun on the sun deck or terrace, whip up a meal in the kitchenette, and enjoy non-smoking rooms with garden views, along with beach umbrellas and chairs, a patio, and a barbecue area for carefree days.

With 115 reviews, Shepherd Lodge features extra-long beds (>6.5 ft), a bathtub with free toiletries, and a garden-view setting that invites relaxed stays. Other highlights include on-site parking (free) and a golf course (extra charges) for added recreation, all within reach of the city while being 9.5mi from the center.

A stay here leans into a relaxed, garden-forward vibe. Extra-long beds (over 6.5 feet) pair with a soothing garden view and a bathtub stocked with free toiletries to make mornings or evenings feel like a treat. Non-smoking rooms keep the atmosphere fresh, and the overall setting invites lingering long after the first cup of coffee.

Outdoor life is easy and inviting, with an outdoor pool on hand for sunny days, plus a sun deck and terrace for catching rays or a quiet read. A kitchenette comes in handy for quick bites, and the patio with a barbecue area adds a fun, social touch. Free Wi-Fi and private on-site parking keep things simple, while water sports facilities on site and a Netflix-style streaming option offer extra chances to unwind.

Room choices include a Loft, King, Single Use apartment at 861 sqft with a king bed for solo travelers; a Double Room, Single Use at 269 sqft with a queen bed for two; and a Deluxe, Single Use double room with a queen bed. All listed rooms are non-smoking, and cash is the accepted payment method. On-site parking is free, and there’s an on-site golf course available for an additional charge for those seeking a little extra recreation.

Closest airports

Lanseria International Airport

10.3mi

O.R. Tambo International Airport

15.2mi

Wonderboom Airport

32mi

Most popular amenities

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Water sports facilities on site

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenette

Patio

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Bathtub

Barbecue

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

Loft - single occupancy in Shepherd Lodge

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Loft, King Size, Single Use

1 King Size Bed

860 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

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 Double Room - single occupancy in Shepherd Lodge

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Double Room, Single Use

1 Queen Size Bed

270 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

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Deluxe Double Room - single occupancy in Shepherd Lodge

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Deluxe, Single Use

1 Queen Size Bed

Private Bathroom

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Premier Family Room - single occupancy in Shepherd Lodge

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Premier Family, Single Use

645 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Microwave

x4

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Guest reviews

8.9

115 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Kearabetswe

10

August 2024

Perfect location - if you’re looking for something that is like you’re not in the city yet you’re in the city this is a perfect spot. I can not fault anything, everything was perfect. I loved the vintage aesthetics, game boards, my room had a view of the garden. Penny made sure we are comfortable and we got everything we needed whenever. The pictures aren’t doing any justice. It was serene , just what I needed to escape the city life. I got back home relaxed and rejuvenated and ready to take the world. It was a perfect staycation destination. For someone like me who likes creating content, I have content for days lol. I am definitely coming back for more days 😍

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Acckk1

8.2

April 2024

The guestouse was clean and tidy, and the location was perfect as it was easy access to main roads and freeways. A great breakfast was served.

A larger sized bed would have been better, as my partner and I were rather squashed together. We also could not figure out if the accommodation provided access to free-to-air TV channels + the remote control did not work properly. Block-out curtains would also have added to the comfort factor

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Anne

10

January 2025

The room was lovely, with a door out into the garden, which made it easy for going to the swimming pool. Penny, the host was delightful and did everything she could to make us comfortable, even bringing in a fan to our room as it was the middle of a heatwave.

Possibly the chairs on the little stoep could have been more comfortable

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Bereng

10

August 2023

Firstly the location is everything. Never thought there'd be such a calm, peaceful, serene piece of land in the middle of Bryanston. You have to be there to believe it. We were treated to an upgrade of the room we booked and also had a delicious, filling breakfast. They have streaming services for entertainment and electric blankets for the cold winter. Penny was a great host as well and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. In the cold morning we found that she'd lit up the fireplace by the breakfast table. Amazing establishment. Sitting on the balcony and listening to trees whispering I'm the wind was so calming. It's a really serene place.

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Tamsyn

8.2

June 2024

Friendly owners and the cleanliness of the room. The rooms were comfortable and services daily.

Geyser seems to have been on a timer. Lukewarm water in the early part of the morning.

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Zietta

10

September 2023

I booked last minute and was accommodated late the evening by a friendly and hospitable host. My stay was extremely comfortable and homely, despite my last minute change in plans. I left having made a new friend! The location is ideal and I will be regular. The breakfast hit the spot after days on the road. Felt like my mother tending to me when I was young. I left with my cup flowing over!

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Tebogo

9.1

October 2024

There was great privacy within the accommodation. The area is very quiet and the yard is filled with greenery. It was honestly a breath of fresh air. A great breakfast was served each morning as well. The staff are very friendly and readily available.

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Jayjay

10

January 2023

Search no further, this is THE PERFECT place to stay in Bryanston. Spotless and fresh rooms, huge lovely garden with Ibises flying around. Every morning starts with super made to order English breakfast by the heartwarming and ultra friendly people running the place. What's also convenient is that they have both solar and a generator so no worries about loadshedding here! Thanks Joe, Jackie, Janet, Bruce and others. I will return (soon!) Stayed here 4 nights extended with 2.

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Carol

10

February 2025

Very comfortable, perfect for a work stay with WiFi and a desk. Lovely pool too. Penny was very hospitable and served a delicious breakfast. It is a very safe place to stay

Everything was good.

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Claudia

9.1

August 2022

Joe was very friendly and accommodating. The room was exactly what it looked like in the photos. Clean, neat and very comfortable. Nice homely touch with some flowers in my room. I really enjoyed my stay and will definitely book to stay there again. I also enjoyed the breakfast. Bacon, pork sausage, eggs, toast, baked beans, mushrooms, tomato, juice and filter coffee. There were also two bottles of still water placed in die mini fridge in my room every day. I enjoyed my cup of coffee early in the morning on the porch while looking over the beautiful garden. I had access to Netflix in my room which was great.

Nothing. Was great.

Points of Interest Around Shepherd Lodge

Attractions

Liliesleaf

3.6mi

Hillbrow Tower

8.6mi

Constitution Hill

8.6mi

Workers' Museum

9.3mi

Newtown

9.4mi

SAB World of Beer

9.5mi

Apartheid Museum

11.6mi

Mandela House

13mi

Soweto

15.4mi

Cradle of Humankind

17.7mi

Aha Lesedi Cultural Village

17.7mi

Voortrekker Monument

22.8mi

Hartbeespoort Dam

25.7mi

Harties Aerial Cableway

25.9mi

Union Buildings

26.6mi

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • With plunge

Age restrictions

  • All ages

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Shepherd Lodge

Outdoor swimming pool

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Water sports facilities on site

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Sun deck

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Kitchenette

Patio

Garden view

Picnic area

Garden

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

Bathtub

Barbecue

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - Shepherd Lodge

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property