Horison, Roodepoort
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Within the Gauteng province of South Africa, nestled in the beautiful Roodepoort area lies Horison. The area offers a variety of property types among beautiful surroundings within a family-friendly suburb. You will be able to find freehold homes, apartments and sectional-title townhouses within Horison, making it a wonderful location for everyone of all ages.
A brief history of the area
Horison forms part of Roodepoort which was founded in 1884 after brothers Fred and Harry Struben discovered gold on the farm Wilgespruit at the western end of the Witwatersrand and were granted concessions to mine the area. Roodepoort officially became a city in 1977 and has since developed as one of Johannesburg's most prominently Afrikaans-speaking districts.
Distance from key points
Lanseria International Airport is approximately 35 km away (40 minutes) via the N14. Horison residents looking to reach Johannesburg CBD can do so in 39 minutes (22,7 km) via Main Reef Road.
Climate
In Horison, the climate is warm and temperate. The average annual temperature is 15.9 °C with the area seeing 784 mm of rainfall each year. January is the warmest month of the year with the temperature averaging 19.7 °C while December is the wettest month.
Schools in the area
One of the reasons families flock to Horison is the great schools on offer in and near the area. Some of the top pre-primary and primary schools are Nemo & Dori Pre-School, Kitty Pre-Primary & Nursery School, The Little Schoolhouse Educational Centre, Laerskool Horison, Horizon View Primary School, Legends Academy and Kingfisher Learning Centre.
The best high schools include West Ridge High School and Hoërskool Roodepoort.
Healthcare in the area
When it comes to healthcare, you can have peace of mind knowing that there is a great hospital, Advanced Medgate Day Hospital, located in the area. Other nearby hospitals such as Life Flora Hospital and Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital are also options for you and your loved ones.
If it's just a check-up you require, you can always visit Horizon Wellness Centre.
If it is your furry loved one that is in need of medical attention, you can take them to Horison Park Animal Clinic.
Shopping centres
Whether it's jewellery, clothing, home decor, electronics or even just some groceries you're after, you'll be sure to find everything you're looking for at either Horizon Shopping Centre, Westgate Shopping Centre, Princess Crossing Shopping Centre, Lindhaven Shopping Centre or Westways Shopping Centre.
Restaurants
Horison is home to many wonderfully operated restaurants that are ready to tantalise your tastebuds. Whether you are looking for a family-friendly establishment, a romantic setting or a vibey place to kick back with friends, Horison will have you covered. Here are some of the best restaurants worth checking out.
Gourmet Worx, The Worx Pub & Grill, Tasca Do Funchal, Bar & Grillhouse @ Studio 334, Lions Den Restaurant and Pub, RocoMamas and Del Forno.
Special attractions
When it comes to special attractions in the area, Horison is home to a few you'll want to add to your to-do list. Here are some of the places worth a visit.
Discover the beautiful Kloofendal Nature Reserve where you can go for a stroll or picnic in serene surroundings.
Spend the day at Florida Lake where there is a putt-putt course, an Olympic-sized swimming pool and an adventure park for the kids.
Make Horison your home. Let it be your story.
Horison offers a tranquil neighbourhood with beautiful surroundings that make this suburb an ideal place to live. Whether it's a townhouse, flat or free-standing home you're after, Seeff has a wide variety of properties for you to choose from, so contact one of our property practitioners today.
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