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Life on 3rd
Life on 3rd is a stylish guesthouse located in a leafy and tranquil corner of the cosmopolitan village of Melville, which is conveniently situated in the heart of the Johannesburg Metropolitan area, South Africa. Guests can expect clean lines, earthy tones and a contemporary chic ambiance when staying at Life on 3rd. Our wooden decked courtyard with casual outdoor seating offers guests the opportunity to soak up the African sun or take refuge under the umbrellas whilst enjoying a novel or just relaxing. Our lounge facility, which is separate from the main house, is the ideal informal venue for meetings, workshops, and functions. Accommodation includes a full English Breakfast, which is served daily from 7.00 am - to 9.00 am in our communal dining room. Breakfast includes a selection of cereals, Ayshire yogurt, fresh fruit, bread eggs, bacon, preserves, fruit juice, and coffee & tea. Dinner and refreshments are available on request. Complimentary coffee & tea is available 24hrs in the dining room. Guests can look forward to a relaxed and peaceful stay in rooms decorated in a fresh understated style of white and earth tones with hints of red. Offering a choice of fourteen rooms of five different types of which some are in the main house or with private entrances. Located near to Melville's shops and restaurants. Close to the SABC, the University of Johannesburg.
Area Info
Life on 3rd is in close proximity to the famous 7th Street with restaurants, galleries, shops and a vibrant nightlife.
Main Road has numerous fast food outlets, restaurants, shops, gyms and banks. Campus Square Shopping Center, Parkview Golf Course, SABC, Media 24, AFDA Film School,Milpark Hospital, Wits and the University of Johannesburg are within a 5kms from where we are located. We are also close to all the major Hospitals and Clinics ie. Milpark Hospital, Donald Gordon Clinic, Parklane Clinic etc. For nature lovers, Melville Koppies Nature Reserve and the Emerentia Botanical Gardens are a 5-minute walk away.
Units and Rooms
Single Budget Room
Guests: 1
Small 3x4 room with one 3/4 size bed and in room shower and toilet. TV; Wi-Fi. No desk.
Europa Compact Rooms
Guests: 2
In house bedroom upstairs with a Double bed, colour television with Satelite TV, Wi-Fi internet access, in-room bathroom with a shower.
Standard Rooms
Guests: 2
Private room with queen bed, colour TV, Wi-Fi internet access, ensuite bathroom with shower.
Standard Twin room
Guests: 2
Rooms with 2 single beds, colour TV, Wi- Fi internet access, ensuite bathroom with shower.
Family room
Guests: 4
Large room with sleeping facility for three persons, Wi- Fi internet access, ensuite bathroom, colour TV.- One room is smaller than the other, so please contact us if you need a larger room
The Loft Family room
Guests: 4
The loft, spacious with two queen size beds, consisting of a total occupation of four.
Europa Room
Guests: 2
Small private room with queen bed, colour TV, Wi-Fi internet access, ensuite bathroom with shower.
Luxury Twin Room
Guests: 4
Two double beds and ensuite bathroom. Wifi is included. Perfect for small families. The room is situated on the ground floor.
