The desirable suburb of Morningside in Sandton offers a unique combination of urban convenience and a relaxed suburban lifestyle.
Located between Bryanston and Sandton along both sides of Rivonia Road, with easy access via both the Grayston and Buccleuch interchanges that link the N1, M1 and N3 highways, Morningside o¬ffers an exclusive suburban lifestyle.
Estate agents in the area say Morningside’s reputation as one of Johannesburg’s most desirable suburbs can largely be attributed to its appealing synergy of urban convenience and tranquil suburbia.
The suburb is home to Daphne Schwab and her mother, who is nearly 92 years old. They both love and appreciate the beauty of their environment. Daphne is the chairperson of the Valley Lodge Body Corporate and Ward 103 community forum member: environment and infrastructure.
Passionate about cleaning up the suburb around the complex she lives in, and because of her constant niggling at the council, local councillor Vincent Earp asked her to serve on his Community Ward Forum. She has been on the forum for five years and was recently voted onto the new forum, which is dedicated to service delivery in the area. “I would love to get support to reclaim our dam in the Outspan Park, which has sadly been a¬ffected by the downpours and erosion over the years,” she says.
Morningside is a green suburb with lovely gardens, trees and birds. It's ideal for leisurely walks, something Daphne enjoys, as she has been a member of Run/Walk for Life for more than 28 years and enjoys socialising with her friends.
The suburb o¬ffers freehold and sectional title homes. Agents say that the sectional title homes o¬ffer excellent value with accessible pricing that allows first-time buyers and young families to get a foot on the property ladder.
Buyers are reportedly drawn to Morningside because of the sound resale value they can expect when they choose to upscale.
Morningside is convenient, relatively quiet and my office is my patio where I can watch the birds while I do my transcription work
-Daphne Schwab, resident.
Eating out in Morningside, Sandton:
- The Codfather Sandton: for great seafood
- Dylan's Restaurant in Parkmore: for contemporary Italian cuisine
- Pomodoro Ristorante: for tasty tapas and cafe fare
- Ri' Stretto: for a delicious and cosy meal with family and friends
- Signature Restaurant: for fine dining
- The Green Peppercorn Bistro: for elegant and delectable meals
Hospitals near Morningside, Sandton:
- Mediclinic Morningside
- Mediclinic Sandton
- Netcare Rosebank Hospital
- Netcare Sunninghill Hospital
- Tara Hospital – The H Moross Centre
Top schools near Morningside, Sandton:
- Crawford Village Pre-Primary School
- Lycee Jules Verne de Johannesburg
- Redhill School
- Rivonia Primary School
- Sandton Junior School
Why we love Morningside Shopping Centre
Located on Rivonia Road, Morningside Shopping Centre is a niche, bespoke community centre. The centre is anchored by family-favourites Pick n Pay, Woolworths, At Home as well as Morningside Pharmacy. It's supported by more than 60 shops offering fashion, footwear, sportswear, restaurants, travel agents, home decor, hair care, health and beauty outlets and banking services. Visitors can also grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants on offer.
Retail stores are open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 6pm, and on Sundays and public holidays from 9am to 3pm.
- Find out more at: morningsideshops.co.za.
This article originally appeared in Neighbourhood, Sunday Times.
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