Happy find
Finding
a tranquil and stylish little haven in a convenient location within a big city
is an exciting discovery. And I have to contain myself not to use too many
indulgent adjectives, as this one is close to my heart. Situated in the leafy
suburb of Brooklyn, right on the edges of busy Pretoria, Osborne House is
everything a city character stay should be.
A
historical building with rooms cleverly placed in different corners of the
property, either facing the lush gardens or spacious pool. Each room is individually
decorated with minimalist warmth, with trendy calm colours, the silkiest of
linen, clean-lined antique furniture, and objects of interest. The host’s keen
interest in decor is evident in every corner, with restrained use of beautiful upholstery,
cushions and pictures. The resulting look is very South African, balancing the
historical and modern with an easy style.
What
I love about Osborne House:
- Pretty period building in a leafy suburb close to restaurants, embassies, government offices and businesses of Pretoria
- Owner-managed, with genuine hospitality and warmth
- Spacious rooms with every traveller convenience
- Classical wooden furniture, beautiful linen upholstery and elegant decor touches in every room
Accommodation
experience
In
my family we were always cautioned against too much enthusiasm about anything,
with the well-intentioned concept that intense happiness often ends in
disappointment and tears. So it was with secretive delight that I found myself
hopping around my beautifully appointed pool-side suite. The understated, yet bold
expression of the quintessentially South African look resonated with a happy
hum. It is a clever creative space which can release such pleasure in the midst
of a city work trip and Osborne House is recommended for even the most jaded traveller,
with unbridled joy.
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