1 to 2 cats · from R235 a night

Standard Garden Villa: garden cat boarding in Johannesburg

Wooden villas on stilts, each with their own garden, that comfortably sleep two cats from the same family. Multiple levels for sunbathing and trees for shade.

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The Standard Garden Villa at The Cat Hotel, Linden

About this villa

Garden cat boarding with sunshine and fresh air

Cats who love the outdoors at home often miss it most when they board. Garden cat boarding gives them grass under their paws, trees for shade and ledges in the Highveld sun, without ever leaving the safety of their own enclosure. The Standard Garden Villa is a wooden villa on stilts with its own private garden, made for one or two cats from the same family.

North-facing patios catch the winter sun, and shrubs and trees keep things cool in summer. Birdsong and the sound of running water carry through the gardens, which is part of why so many guests settle in quickly. See how it compares to traditional cattery runs in our villas versus cages post.

Good to know

Included in every stay

  • Your own villa, never shared with other families
  • Panel heater, on request when you book
  • Beds, blankets and plush bedding
  • Filtered, remineralised drinking water
  • Dust-free, grass-based clumping litter
  • One-on-one time with our team every day

We're at 7, 4th Street, Linden, a short drive from Randburg, Northcliff and Sandton. Find us.

Inside the villa

Inside the Standard Garden Villa

Made for two

Sunny patios with scratchers for two, and ledges around the edges so nobody has to share a spot.

An ample garden

Grass, shrubs and trees, with cool shady spots and tree ledges for perching.

Sunny ledges

North-facing patios, side ledges and tree ledges catch the Highveld sun.

Warm winter nights

A panel heater keeps the villa cosy, with beds and blankets included.

Gallery

Standard Garden Villa photo gallery

Rates

Standard Garden Villa rates per night

1 catR235
2 catsR320

Prices are per villa, per night. Cats sharing must be from the same family. A 50% deposit secures your booking. See all cat boarding rates or try the cost estimator.

Video

Walk through the garden villas

About 1½ minutes along the garden paths, past the villas on stilts.

A good match

Is garden cat boarding right for your cat?

  • Cats who spend time outdoors at home
  • A pair of cats from the same family
  • Sun-seekers who love a ledge and a view
  • Cats who settle better with fresh air and birdsong

Still deciding? The villa matchmaker picks a villa in three questions, or compare all four villas.

Before you book

Vaccinations and booking

Rabies and F3 vaccinations must both be within the last 12 months. Read our vaccination requirements or check your dates with the vaccination checker. Bookings run through our online system: see how to book.

FAQ

Questions about garden cat boarding

How much does garden cat boarding cost?

The Standard Garden Villa costs R235 a night for one cat and R320 a night for two cats from the same family. Prices are per villa, per night.

Is the garden safe for my cat?

Yes. Each garden is fully enclosed and belongs to one villa only, so your cat can explore without meeting other guests.

What if my cat needs more room?

For three or more cats, or a cat who wants more space, the Deluxe Garden Villa has a loft and a bigger garden.

More answers in our FAQ

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