Sandown Estate, Sandton

About the suburb of Sandown Estate

Sandton is one of the biggest residential and commercial areas in Johannesburg, and within it lies a number of upmarket suburbs with the best housing. Sandown Estate is one of these suburbs, which means it is close to almost everywhere at the same time.

Sandown Estate is a small gated community adjacent to the highly sought-after suburb of Sandown in the Sandton area. The suburb is mostly comprised of family homes, and being a gated community, it comes with all the necessary perks of one.

Interesting facts about the history of Sandown Estate

Considering the proximity of this suburb to the greater upmarket suburb of Sandown, it explains where the suburb got its name. However, the name "Sandown" has some history of its own, explaining where it was derived from. The name "Sandown" comes from a seaside resort area and civil parish located on the southeast coast of the Isle of Wight in the United Kingdom. This seaside town also inspired the names of a few other places, such as Sandown, New Hampshire, USA, and Sandown Bay in South Africa's Western Cape.

Schools in the area

Residents of Sandown Estate have access to several well-known schools, including Crawford College, an international school that provides quality education and facilities, as well as Redhill School, a leading co-educational school with a very rich history spanning about 113 years, as well as world-class teachers and an innovative approach to education. There is also Grayston Preparatory School, Sandown High School, the French School Lycée Jules Verne, and many others in the area.

Medical facilities in the area

Residents of Sandown Estate have access to adequate medical services from excellent healthcare facilities in the area. This includes Morningside Clinic, a multidisciplinary specialist hospital with an outstanding group of medical specialists and professional nursing staff that complement the excellent facilities offered by the hospital. There is also the multidiscipline Sandton Mediclinic Hospital, with its renowned neonatal and pediatric care units. Sandton City also has various pharmacies, many GPs, and other specialists in the area.

Shopping centers and malls in the area

The Sandown Estate suburb offers its residents easy access to many shopping malls in the neighboring area. This includes the Sandton City shopping complex in Sandton, also known as Africa's most iconic shopping center, as well as Grayston Shopping Center, a neighbourhood shopping center that has several fast food restaurants, two convenience stores, and hair salons, all serving Sandown, Strathavon, the southern end of Morningside. There is also a Woolworths in the Grayston Shopping Center, and the MARC Shopping Center is a short drive from Sandown Estate.

Restaurants to visit in Sandown Estate

Several dining venues around Sandown Estate offer a wide variety of meals to suit the residents' dietary needs. This includes Sausalito Restaurant, a family-style restaurant that offers South Africa's favorite burgers, ribs, and steaks; Ginz Dynasty, which offers a great place to experience African cuisine with a Modern African mood; Carpe Diem Restaurant and Bar, which offers a fine yet contemporary dining environment, a wide selection of wines, spirits, and whiskeys, and a private venue; and many more options.

Things to do in Sandown Estate

Looking for recreational activities around Sandown Estate? Here are our Top 5 things to do in close proximity to Sandown Estate:

1. Nelson Mandela Square: It celebrates African hospitality and international style and is home to some of South Africa's finest restaurants, exclusive couture, designer labels, and a European plaza.

2. James & Ethel Grey Park: is ranked as the number one picnic spot in Gauteng and offers trails for hiking, cycling, or walking your dog, as well as a great sport for relaxation and hangouts.

3. Sandton City Shopping Mall: This is a large shopping mall in the Sandton suburb, featuring items on sale from over 300 exclusive brands and retailers. It also has cinemas, restaurants, and many other relaxation spots.

4. Innesfree Park: it is a big park with a large open grassy expanse & many shade trees, and it serves as a popular spot for picnics, concerts & festivals. It also has two dams and many facilities and activities for all ages.

5. Mushroom Farm Park: this is a lovely green expanse of land, equipped with an earth garden, an interactive children's play area, a giant balloon riding facility, an amphitheater, an outdoor gym, and a duck pond.

Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD

The Gautrain's Sandton station is situated in Sandown, so travel and commuting is very convenient for residents of Sandown Estate. The suburb is a 6-minute drive to central Sandton, a 29-minute drive to the Johannesburg CBD, a 48-minute drive to Lanseria Airport, and a 24-minute drive to OR Tambo International Airport.

Weather in Sandown Estate

As residents of Sandown Estate, you get to enjoy long and hot summers with rainfalls that cool down the afternoons. The winters are short-lived, and although the temperatures can fall to the single digits (Celsius), it does not snow in this suburb.

Make Sandown Estate your home, your story

If you are a family looking to put down roots, Sandown Estate has lots to offer. Seeff Sandton is here to help you find your dream home in the area. Browse our properties for sale or to rent, and send us a message today. Seeff Sandton, where Home is Our Story.