East View Guest House

Pretoria


This calm haven occupies an imposing villa close to the Union Buildings. Owner Lynette Blignaut offers the perfect small B&B experience, with six fresh rooms done out in taupe and grey shades, and modern bathrooms. Breakfasts are copious – mmm, the homemade muffins! – and evening meals can be arranged.


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1. Union Buildings

0.4 MILES

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5. Melrose House

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7. Palace of Justice

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8. Ou Raadsaal

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