Deerness, Pretoria
Hidden in amongst the suburbs of Rietondale, Rietfontein and Villeria, the little suburb of Deerness, just north of Arcadia, remains virtually obscure in Pretoria, seldom spoken of and known only by those who live here, or pass through the suburb en route elsewhere. As such, it has acquired a certain status whilst remaining obscure to most visitors.
Deerness lies virtually next door to the Union Buildings. Little Union Road, that leads from the grounds of the Union Buildings and ends in a small park, lies on the other side of 15th Avenue from Deerness, and Deerness train station is the only other indication that the pretty suburb can be found in the leafy eastern suburbs of Pretoria at all.
The nearest suburb to Deerness is Villeria, one of the oldest suburbs in Pretoria, and if anything to go by, an indication of the feel of Deerness - wide, jacaranda-lined streets, pretty homes and gardens. There is a general quiet to these parts of Pretoria still, despite the buzz of Pretoria central not far from here.
In the near vicinity are the Zoo and the Union Buildings, both popular attractions and worth visiting, whilst the university is not far from here, making nearby Arcadia and Brooklyn interesting areas to explore.
Deerness is also close to town, giving you easy access to Kruger House, Church Square, Melrose House and the Transvaal Museum, whilst a little further out of town in an easterly direction, will take you to other interesting places like the Botanical Gardens and Sammy Marks Museum.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Milner 246 Guest House
With well-appointed accommodation and dedicated service, Milner 246 has become well-known with tourists and business people. Milner 246 Guest Hou...
The Regency Aparthotel
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314 on Clark Guest House
Tourists and those visiting Pretoria on business or leisure, will find a safe and tranquil haven at 314 on Clark. Our private, spacious and comfo...
Vintage on Main
Situated in the leafy suburb of Waterkloof, the property boasts a beautiful garden with two great oak trees in a tranquil atmosphere. There are t...
La Frans Guesthouse
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Union Guest House
Union Guest House is located in Muckleneuk. Our Pretoria guesthouse incorporates fine amenities and excellent location, while still maintaining a...
Muckleneuk Guest House
Muckleneuk Guest House is a luxury 4 star guest house offering fine accommodation in the leafy suburb of Muckleneuk in Pretoria. The guest house ...
The Royal Prime Guest Lodge
The Royal Prime Guest Lodge is situated in the quiet and tranquil suburb of Clubview, Centurion. The lodge is a home away from home, with very fr...
The Elegant Lodge
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Noteworthy attractions
Irene Country Club
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Waterkloof Golf Club
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Pretoria Country Club
Founded in 1910, the Pretoria Country Club nestles in the scenic beauty of Waterkloof, one of the city’s most prestigious suburbs. Over the years...
Pretoria Golf Club
Pretoria Golf Club, or Pretoria West as it is popularly known, is steeped in history. It was established in 1894, which makes it the oldest club ...
Silver Lakes Golf Course
Silver Lakes Country Club is part of an upmarket residential estate which is situated in genuine Bushveld country, 20 kilometres to the east of P...
Wingate Park Country Club
Lush and luxuriant in the wet summer months and well groomed throughout the year, the championship Wingate Park course has been rated among the t...
Woodhill Golf Course
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Wonderboom Nature Reserve
Named after the wild fig (Ficus salicifolia) Wonderboom, for which the reserve is famous, and which grows at the foot of the northern slopes of t...
Pretoria Tours
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