Holiday, Vacation, b&b / guest house accommodation overlooking the lions River in the Natal Midlands, South Africa

Pleasant Places - Quality and good value B&B / guest house accommodation in the Natal Midlands

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Pleasant Places is situated in the picturesque Natal Midlands offering B&B and guest house accommodation with a high standard of quality and great value for money. This B&B and guest house offers more than just comfortable accommodation its also about great hospitality and welcoming hosts.

Pleasant Places is a B&B and guesthouse that has been proudly owner-run since 1997. This B&B is a place of tranquillity, rest, comfortable accommodation, fluffy pillows, firm soft beds and fresh homemade country fare.

The B&B is also a place to stroll and to gaze, a place of peace, of quiet reflection, a place to browse, listen to music, to eat and to sleep and a place to launch into exploring one of South Africa's most thrilling areas.

The guest house and units overlook the Lions River, which meanders on through the Lidgetton Valley, on its way to Midmar Dam, some kilometres away. A path winds down the hill through tall trees, blossoms and bush to the paddock below, the dam on one side and along the rushing river.

In winter and on misty summer evenings, crackling log fires warm the lounge and dining room. Rates includes a breakfast to be remembered. and winter specials are available

The thatched accommodation comprises four double rooms with en-suite bathrooms, and a cottage with two double bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms; all individually decorated.

All rooms have tea and coffee-making facilities, heaters and a hair drier. TV's available on request for SA TV in rooms. DSTV programs can be viewed in our private lounge.

Other services offered include laundry, telephone, fax, email and computer.

Each room has its own separate entrance; no scurrying across passages to the bathroom.
Our venue is ideal for small tour groups visiting the Berg and the Midlands Meander

B&B / guest house accommodation offered at Pleasant Places

Number 7

So named because our house in Johannesburg was No. 7 and, including our private bedroom, we have 7 bedrooms. This intimate room has a panoramic view across the valley from the bed or private patio. Guests staying in this room are usually late in for breakfast as it is difficult to get out of bed and lose the view.

The Room with a View

A large hexagonal-shaped room with deep terracotta-coloured walls, private patio with a magnificent view over the river below and valley beyond; even the loo has a view!

The Rose Room

Formerly the Tartan Room, which has recently had a complete make-over. An exceptionally quiet room, with a window onto the garden and still close enough to the main house to get a whiff of bacon cooking in the morning!

The Camellia Room

Named after the beautiful Camellia bushes outside the entrance. It has a large bay window in which you can sit, relax and enjoy the beauty of the garden or one can enter the garden via the recently installed French doors.

The Cottage

Our "Family Unit"; it is a "Cottage" in that it is two bed roomed and has a lobby-lounge with a sofa and TV. Each bedroom has its own entrance and ablution facilities. There is a small private garden section for added privacy. There are NO self-catering facilities in The Cottage.

Walking trails at Pleasant Places

the “Walking Trails” are definitely not “Hiking Trails” and are designed to suit couples or small groups. Children over 7 or 8 should be able to manage easier walks and smaller kiddies could be carried by Dad along the shorter trails.

John will help you select routes to suit your personal or family requirements.

Discover some of the most beautiful, interesting, exclusive and undiscovered areas of the Natal Midlands on foot without having to tote a backpack on your back; carry only your binoculars, camera, water bottle, sun block and your cell phone!

Enjoy being in this glorious part of South Africa

Numbers are restricted to a maximum of 12 per group and you will rarely find others along your walk. Picnic lunches dropped off at chosen spots for you to enjoy and us to clear up later. Pleasant Places will arrange to collect you at suitable points, should you tire prematurely. Clear maps provided, showing distances and time required to complete each section. All trails clearly marked. Notes on places of historical significance, geology, flora and fauna will be given to you. A knowledgeable guide is available to accompany you.

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