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One of the first guesthouses to open in the Rosebank Region some 19 years ago, Liz at Lancaster has built a strong reputation based on excellent personal service, great comfort, convenient location, seclusion and privacy. Given recognition for this in 2011 with an AA Accommodation Award for ‘People who go the extra mile’, an AA Accommodation in 2012 for 'Traveller's best value', Liz at Lancaster was also voted a finalist three years in a row in the AA 2010, 2011 & 2012 Accommodation Awards. We are included in Greenwood Guides Handpicked Accommodation. But perhaps most telling of all are our guest comments: ‘We loved the peace and privacy – we didn’t even know there were other guests here.’ ‘Craighall Park is such a central location – under 10 minutes from Rosebank and Melrose Arch and less than 15 minutes to Sandton Central. Even Parktown and Joburg Central are easily accessible – it took us 12 minutes to Wits.’ ‘Superb service and such comfortable spacious rooms’. ‘The on-site transport was a real added bonus.’ ‘Your Joburg information booklet in our room was amazingly helpful and useful.’ It is a mere 12 minute ride from O.R Tambio International Airport to the Rosebank Gautrain Station which is only 3.5 km from Liz at Lancaster. You can either pick up your rental car when you arrive at the station, or phone us for a transfer – a real added convenience. With 7 very private individual units all with separate entrances and kitchenettes offering self-catering options, Liz at Lancaster is ideal for long stays whether for business travelers or for those relocating. Rates drop for weekly and monthly stays. There are 2 standard spacious double rooms (25 & 30 m²), 3 studio flatlets (55 m²), and 2 one-bedroom cottages (80 m²) each with separate living/dining room and open plan kitchen. All lead onto their own enclosed courtyards where you can enjoy your privacy on a warm Highveld summer evening while sipping at a sundowner from your mini-bar. During our chilly Jozi winter months you will be warmly snug with under-carpet heating and electric blankets. All units have shower and bath, ample well-lit work areas/dining tables, separate sitting area, broadband WiFi connection, flat screen TVs and DSTV with own decoders (25 channels), overhead fans, convenient luxuries like hairdryers, toweling gowns, radio clock alarms, luxurious cotton percale linen, a house branded range of natural toiletries and on-the-house E-spring filtered water. Delicious breakfasts are served to order on the breakfast patio which opens out onto the garden in summer and is warmed by a roaring log fire in winter. There is ample secure off-street undercover parking. We offer a same day laundry service and on-site transport at very reasonable rates. All credit cards including Diners and American Express are accepted. Liz and two staff live on site and are always at the other end of the internal intercoms. As Liz taught Art History and Heritage at Wits University for 25 years, she keeps abreast with cultural events and has quite an extensive library. A further bonus of staying at Liz at Lancaster is the convenience of the neighbourhood shops at the end of the block: a 7-7 grocery store, a chemist, restaurant, etc.
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Inez Hussey wrote a review Oct 2023
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My husband was newly out of surgery at Milpark Hospital and the care and attention we got from Liz and her staff was excellent. Would definitely recommend Liz at Lancaster for after hospital care. Rooms were large and comfortable and breakfast was excellent. Good areas with shops and restaurant close by. Wonderful stay!
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Date of stay: September 2023
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Room Tip: All the rooms are great with facilities for self catering as well.
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ptmahlalela wrote a review Jun 2023
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Liz, the hostess, was wonderful and accommodating. The rooms are cozy, with all the amenities of home. The additional heating services (warm water bottle, heater, electric blanket) were fantastic. Breakfast is also available, with a choice of alternatives.
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Nathan3051 wrote a review Dec 2022
Sarasota, Florida4 contributions6 helpful votes
We stayed at Liz at Lancaster for a 12 day period during which I was recuperating from a medical procedure. Liz's attention to detail is everywhere., from the manicured gardens to her delicious homemade rusks, We really felt pampered. If you're looking for a quiet and relaxing accommodation, tucked away in Craighall Park, and a stone's throw away from the Hyde Park and Rosebank shopping centres, you cannot do better than this. This was our second visit to Liz at Lancaster. And it was equally as pleasant as our first. Thank you Liz for making our stay a "home away from home". We're looking forward to our next visit.!!
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Room Tip: We loved the quiet and privacy of the Yellow Cottage
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Response from Liz Delmont, Owner at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Responded 14 Dec 2022
Dear Nathan3051, It was SUCH a pleasure hosting you both again. I'm just so pleased that the separate living space meant that you could work when you needed to while your wife recuperated. And so good that with the wi-fi on a UPS and uninterrupted internet connection your business communications could continue smoothly. You were here the right time weather wise. Johannesburg had a very hectic Monday 5rh Dec. The garden which was looking so beautiful was shredded. But it will come back. And we have had so much rain since then. Take care and hopefully see you again next year. From all at Liz at Lancaster, Liz, Mr T, Catherine and Thandi
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cbarto520465 wrote a review Sept 2022
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Liz at Lancaster was fabulous. The room was clean and had absolutely everything we needed for the night we were there. It was particularly nice to have a perfect cup of tea with fresh milk and a delicious homemade rusk in the morning. It was also very conveniently located for shops and restaurants. We had a quick and tasty breakfast in the morning in a very nice breakfast room. The staff were very helpful. Thank you.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Response from Liz Delmont, Owner at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Responded 14 Sept 2022
Dear Cbarto, Thank you so much for time to give us feedback on your stay here at Liz at Lancaster. We are happy that you enjoyed the rusks and the breakfasts. We look forward to welcoming you back again. From us all at Liz at Lancaster: Liz, Tagala, Catherine and Thandie
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Intronaut wrote a review Jul 2022
Edinburgh, United Kingdom19 contributions14 helpful votes
I recently stayed here for a few days and it was fantastic. The room was spacious, spotless and has everything you need (and more!) The breakfast was great. I'm plant based so breakfast while traveling can be hit or miss. The area is really nice with shops and restaurants all nearby but the best thing about this place is the staff, they will do everything to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible and are super friendly. Highly recommended.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Liz Delmont, Owner at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Responded 06 Aug 2022
Dear Intronaut, I am sorry I missed you when you came to stay but I know that Nicole and the team looked after you really well. I was in daily contact so knew about your awful luggage woes. But Nicole was always following it up and I know kept you informed of the where-abouts or "lost status" of your luggage. What a dampener on a holiday. But I am so pleased that you enjoyed your stay here. Best Liz, Nicole and the team
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ianjamesclayton wrote a review Feb 2022
London, United Kingdom1 contribution
It his hard to describe just how good Liz at Lancaster really is. Everything from start to finish was just brilliant. Booking was straight forward and easy. Follow up contact from Liz was swift and spot on. The location is ideal and the area safe and beautifully leafy and quiet. The property itself is beautiful with a well kept garden and everything nicely presented. Everyone was very welcoming, helpful and friendly and this was something that really made the stay great. The room was clean, tidy, airy and had a lovely little patio area outside for when the weather was nice. If you are planning to stay in Johannesburg then this guest house really is the only one you need to know about. 11/10!
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Response from Liz Delmont, Owner at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Responded 17 Feb 2022
I have only seen your glowing feedback now ianjamesclatyon. Thank you so much. Because you didn't have breakfast I seemed to see very little of you and the boys. Next time (I hope with your wife) you must try our breakfasts. The boys will agree its worth waking up for!! It was such a pleasure meeting you all and being able to host you. Thank you for coming to stay and even more, thank you for the wonderfully positive feedback. Thandie, Catherine and Tagala all say hi. Take care from us all at Liz at Lancaster
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Lee wrote a review Nov 2021
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What a lovely place to stay. My grandson and I had the most amazing 5 night stay there. Beautiful and fully equipped self catering unit and gorgeous garden and pool. Made to feel so at home and had a very special stay. Will be back for sure!
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Liz at Lancaster Guest House, Owner at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Responded 08 Nov 2021
Thank you LeeSkye for giving us feedback on your stay here at Liz at Lancaster. We so enjoyed having you both to stay and as you know my grandsons loved the company of your grandson!! We all look forward to your next visit.
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Edith T wrote a review Mar 2021
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After a few stressful weeks this was the perfect place for me to unwind and to find myself again! Luxury accommodation with everything you could wish for provided! I even had a private patio to sit and enjoy the sun! Loved my stay with Liz - 😊
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Date of stay: February 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Liz at Lancaster Guest House, Owner at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Responded 14 Mar 2021
We so enjoyed meeting you Edith and are just so pleased that things worked out for you after the stress you went through. You needed a quiet little oasis where, as you say, you could find yourself again. Take care and wish you all the best in your new life back home! From us all at Liz at Lancaster: Liz, Mr T, Catherine and Thandie
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wendy b wrote a review Feb 2021
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Finally another trip to Johannesburg after all the lockdowns... and so nice to be back in my favourite spot. As always, my stay was so comfortable... spacious , clean, well-appointed room, private courtyard and tranquil garden setting... all well-maintained by Liz and her friendly, efficient team. A home away from home atmosphere...even down to the delicious home-baked rusks in the room!! Central location and secure parking make this a perfect stopover for travellers. Highly recommended...well done to Liz and her team for maintaining their high standard!
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Date of stay: February 2021
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Response from Liz at Lancaster Guest House, Owner at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Responded 28 Feb 2021
Thank you Wendyb176 for taking the time and trouble to write a review of your latest stay here. It is is always good to see you and host you again. And just so pleased that things finally opened up so that you could travel safely. Although we obviously observe strict Covid protocols and social distancing, it is often stressful to travel away from home in these times. Take care and we hope it's not too long before we see you again back at Liz at Lancaster. From the team: Liz, Mr. T, Catherine and Thandie
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Tisha G wrote a review Oct 2020
Pretoria, South Africa8 contributions
I stay at guest houses all over the world and at my previous residence was an Air B&B superhost. So when I arrived at my own suite in the beautiful garden with an enclosed courtyard just for me at Liz at Lancaster, I was more than impressed! So much attention to detail, everything you need, great bed, umbrella in the courtyard for moi the smoker in case of rain ... all at a very reasonable price. Thank you Liz!
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Response from Liz at Lancaster Guest House, Owner at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Responded 09 Nov 2020
Thank you Tisha G. From somebody who has stayed all over the world AND has been an AirB&B superhost, this is excellent feedback. We are delighted that you found us. And that you had a comfy night's sleep and made use of the private courtyard. We hope to welcome you back again. Take care and thanks again Liz and all the team at Liz at Lancaster: Mr T, Catherine and Thandie
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South AfricaGautengGreater JohannesburgJohannesburg
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Frequently Asked Questions about Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse
Which popular attractions are close to Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Nearby attractions include Hyde Park Corner (0.9 km), Escape Room South Africa (1.1 km), and Hyde Park Corner (0.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cnr Cafe Bistro and Deli, Winehouse, and Pronto.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse have airport transportation?
Yes, Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are pets allowed at Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct (7.1 km), Johannesburg Fort (7.3 km), and Nelson Mandela Foundation (4.1 km).
Is Liz at Lancaster Guesthouse accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.