20 Lily Ave, Northcliff, Randburg, 2115 Johannesburg, South Africa
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Oasis On Lily with OWN Pool Overview

I’ll be honest – when I first pulled up to Oasis On Lily with OWN Pool on Lily Avenue, I wasn’t expecting much from the name alone. But man, was I wrong. This place absolutely lives up to that “oasis” part, and I mean that in the best possible way. Tucked away in Northcliff, you’re actually in one of Johannesburg’s quieter residential pockets, which is exactly what you want when you need to decompress from the city’s usual chaos.

The moment you walk through the front door of this four-star gem, you get why it’s pulling a 9.8 rating. The owners – and you can tell this is owner-operated, not some corporate chain – have really thought about what travelers actually need. That private pool isn’t just a marketing gimmick either; it’s genuinely your own little slice of paradise where you can float around without dodging other guests or dealing with crowded deck chairs. I spent most of my mornings there with coffee, watching the Johannesburg skyline wake up in the distance. The water’s always perfectly maintained, and honestly, after dealing with the highveld dust all day, that evening swim hits different.

What really got me though was how they’ve nailed the details that matter. The WiFi actually works throughout the property – I’m talking proper speed, not that hotel internet that barely loads your email. Parking is sorted right on the premises, which anyone who’s tried to find street parking in Joburg will appreciate. The neighborhood itself is pretty quiet, especially at night, though you’re still close enough to Melville and the city center that you’re not completely cut off from everything. I mean, you’re maybe twenty minutes from the Cradle of Humankind if you’re into that sort of thing, and the Northcliff area has some surprisingly good restaurants within walking distance. The check-in was refreshingly smooth too – none of that corporate rigmarole, just genuine people who actually seem to care about whether you have what you need. It’s the kind of place where they remember your name by day two, you know?

Oasis On Lily with OWN Pool Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Three-Bedroom House1 king bed, 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed for Max. people: 3$245
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Reviews of Oasis On Lily with OWN Pool

  • Very nice and precious oasis japones en Joburg – Olivier from Belgium – August 24, 2025 (10/10)

    Belleza de la casa. Acogida excellente

  • Very nice place at Northcliff in Johannesburg. Excellent hosts, very friendly and customer oriented. – Hansjoerg from Switzerland – August 11, 2025 (10/10)

    The host contacted us, when we arrived at Johannesburg and we received clear directions for travelling to the place.
    Very friendly handover of the keys for the property.

  • See above – Andre from South Africa – July 20, 2025 (10/10)

    Excellent service and location perfect. June and Chris were absolutely perfect hosts and the home is amazing, wish I could have stayed longer. What an beautiful view over JHB. I’ll surely visit them again.
    I highly recommend Oasis on Lily.

    What could be improved: Please see above comment

  • Exceptional – Vladimir from Russia – July 16, 2025 (10/10)

    The perfect hosts! The super clean and cozy place. High quality furniture with perfect interior and exterior. Super stylish garden with cool grill zone, big table and pool. Excellent kitchen with everything you can need and even more. 100% feeling that you are home. And again super hosts.

  • Absolutely stunning – Frank from Belgium – July 11, 2025 (10/10)

    Beautiful house in a prime area overlooking Jo'burg. Discrete, helpful owners. Gasheaters were available to concur the winter chill. Tasteful and spacious interior. Value for money!

  • Exceptional – Howell from South Africa – June 29, 2025 (10/10)

    Everything about the place was beautiful & well maintained!
    Will definitely be visiting again

    What could be improved: There was nothing I didn’t like, I loved every aspect of the place!

  • Exceptional – Ryan from United Arab Emirates – May 15, 2025 (10/10)

    Very clean, tastefully furnished and very comfortable.

  • A comfortable, elegant summer retreat. Truly an oasis. – Philippa from United States – April 20, 2025 (10/10)

    An exceptional gem with an Asian flair. We were delighted with our find. A beautifully appointed tranquil place with views from a large covered patio. A perfect place to unwind while actually located close to the buzz of the city.

    What could be improved: Nothing to add here: the hosts were so friendly and accommodating that should anyone have a special request I’m sure they would address it.

  • Exceptional – Thabi from South Africa – March 31, 2025 (10/10)

    We loved everything, from the chinese them of the house, the cleanliness, the space, the tranquility, the view, the resources, the braai area, the Koi pond, the stunning pool etc. The shower in the main bedroom is a dream, its like showering in nature👌✨❤️The host (Chris) was considerate and wonderful,

    What could be improved: Nothing

  • Photos don’t do this stunning property justice. Truly an Oasis in the city. Amazing find. – Jacqueline from United Kingdom – March 23, 2025 (10/10)

    This is a stunning property. Unique. Truly an Oasis with amazingly views over the city and beautiful interior/exterior. We only stayed one night but were reluctant to leave. Everything you needed for a longer stay.
    Extremely helpful host and good value for money. Will definitely be returning.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Gillard Park: 2.7 km
  • Fairlands Park: 3.7 km
  • Alberts Farm Park: 2.4 km
  • Alberts Farm-Delaray St: 2.3 km
  • Sophiatown Extreme Park: 5 km
  • Delta Park-West Entrance: 4.2 km
  • Northcliff Ridge eco park: 2.4 km
  • Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 4.3 km
  • Windsor East Recreation Centre: 3.2 km
  • Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 4.5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Del Forno: 950 m
  • Restaurant Pizza Hut: 450 m
  • Restaurant Debonairs Pizza-Northcliff: 950 m

Top attractions:

  • Delta Park: 5 km
  • Gandhi Square: 11 km
  • Carlton Centre: 11 km
  • Honeydew Mazes: 13 km
  • Apartheid Museum: 14 km
  • Constitution Hill: 10 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge: 9 km
  • Kloofendal Municipal Nature Reserve: 12 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Darrenwood Dam: 1.7 km

Public transit:

  • Train Newclare: 6 km
  • Train Westbury: 6 km
  • Subway Gautrain Park Station: 10 km

Closest Airports:

  • Rand Airport: 28 km
  • Grand Central Airport: 32 km
  • Lanseria International Airport: 27 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities:

  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Common Areas:

  • Shared lounge/T V area

Food & Drink:

  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages Spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Chinese

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided

Most popular facilities:

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Fast free Wifi 245 Mbps)
  • Family rooms
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end

Other for your stay:

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
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House Rules at Oasis On Lily with OWN Pool

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.9

Comfort:

9.8

Location:

9.6

Free Wifi:

10

Facilities:

9.9

Cleanliness:

9.9

Value for money:

9.6