Atholl, Sandton

About the suburb of Atholl, Johannesburg

Atholl is one of several suburbs that make up the Sandton area, which is widely regarded as one of the most affluent regions of South Africa. The quiet avenues are leafy, and the homes are upmarket. Atholl is highly sought after because of its proximity to business districts, superb schools, and fabulous shopping and dining amenities.

Interesting facts about the history of Atholl

The story of Atholl begins with its name; like many other suburbs in South Africa, it is named after a former district in the Scottish Highlands. Just over two square kilometers in size, Atholl comprises approximately 800 homes. Over 700 of these homes are freehold houses. There is a blend of architectural styles. Some homes stay true to their heritage style, and the gardens and grounds are maintained to high standards, while more contemporary homes have modern, high-tech comforts and linear designs. 

Schools in the area

Atholl residents can access Sandown, Hyde Park, and Fairway public schools. Private schools nearby include Crawford College, St David's Marist, and the St Stithians schools, which are a short drive from Atholl. St Vincent's school for the deaf is in nearby Melrose.

Medical facilities in the area

You can prioritize your health and welfare in Atholl. Private health and aesthetic practitioners, as well as nutritionists, dentists, and physiotherapists, are found throughout the Sandton central district and Melrose. Specialist doctors, surgeons, and medical facilities are nearby at the Morningside Clinic or Rosebank Clinic. The Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre is a short drive away in Parktown and was the first private academic clinic in South Africa.

Shopping centers and malls in the area

Whether you're after daily essentials or some retail therapy, Blu Bird shopping center is in Atholl itself. There is something for all the residents with Woolworths, a Dischem, a Checkers, and several boutique stores. You can pop in for a bite to eat at Café Simo, Col Cacchio pizzeria, Yamada Sushi or Fournos.

Melrose Arch and Sandton City are both a five-minute drive from Atholl.

Restaurants to visit in Atholl

No matter your craving, there are café style options in Blu Bird shopping center, bistro options at the nearby Hyde Park corner, contemporary African fare down the road in Melrose Arch, and glamorous dining offerings on Nelson Mandela Square.

Things to do in Atholl

Here are our Top 5 restaurants to dine at in and around Atholl:

1. Café Simo in Blu Bird shopping center, Atholl. It's the quintessential café experience. Click here to view their menu.

2. Olives and Plates in Hyde Park shopping center, Hyde Park.  Delectable bistro food at a restaurant tucked behind the shelves of Exclusive Books. Click here to view their menu.

3. Bellinis in Illovo. Ever popular with the lunch set ... Click here to view their menu.

4. Marble in Rosebank. David Higgs' signature steak experience, with incredible views over Johannesburg. Click here to view their menu.

5. Saint in The Marc, Sandton Central. Wood-fire pizza ovens were imported from Naples, and pizzas are made from scratch. Click here to view their menu.  

Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD

Atholl's ideal location in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg (Sandton) means residents enjoy an easy commute to business centers and major airports. Situated just 3 kilometers from the Sandton CBD and 17 kilometers from the Johannesburg CBD, the Rosebank and Melrose precincts are also a short drive from Atholl. The OR Tambo International Airport in Kempton Park is the nearest airport to Atholl, some 30 kilometers away, while the Lanseria Airport is 45 kilometers away.

Weather in Atholl

As an Atholl resident, you'll enjoy warm summer evenings and moderate winter temperatures. Johannesburg's climate is enviable. The rainy season is characteristically over the summer months, in the form of spectacular afternoon thundershowers. The winter months are dry, with no rainfall. Days are short, but the sun shines, and the skies are blue. Temperatures in winter can fall as low as 2 or 3 degrees Celsius, but the mid-mornings warm up. Peak summer temperatures are in the mid-thirty-degree Celsius range, and the long, hot days are often endured poolside.

Make Atholl your home, your story.

Whether you're a young professional or a family looking to buy a new home, Atholl offers many choices. Seeff Sandton is here to help you find your dream home in the area. Browse our properties for sale and to rent, and be in touch with us today.