Whispering Oaks Guest House, George
Overview
Situated within 5 minutes' walk of George Museum, the comfortable 4-star Whispering Oaks Guest House George features a picnic area and barbecue grills. The smoke-free hotel offers 13 rooms plus a private garden, within 7 km of Outeniqua Family Market.
Location
Located in a residential area of George, the guest house is just near Caledon Street. Outeniqua Transport Museum is around a 10-minute ride from this quiet accommodation, and George airport is 15 km away.
The hotel is also within reach of Victoria Bay. Whispering Oaks Guest House is situated a short way from Outeniqua Nature Reserve, while station Citiliner bus station lies just 1 km away.
Rooms
The sound-proofed rooms at this George property are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, some of them feature a fireplace. Guests can make use of climate control along with a minibar fridge, tea and coffee making equipment. Offering such amenities as a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries, the bathrooms also include a bath, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet. You can enjoy views of the courtyard.
Eat & Drink
The Botanical Brew is situated merely 13 minutes' walk from this George hotel.
Leisure & Business
Beach facilities at the Whispering Oaks George include lounge chairs. With a golf club, guests can stay fit at this hotel.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- Parking
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Dining
- Breakfast
- Outdoor dining area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- BBQ facilities
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Recommended for:
Wine TastingGuests can indulge in a private wine tasting session arranged by the hotel, featuring top-rated wines from the local Outeniqua and Klein Karoo vineyards.
Bird WatchingWhispering Oaks Guest House has a spacious bird hide near a pond, where guests can observe a variety of endemic bird species such as the Knysna Turaco and Southern Boubou.
Guided Fynbos WalkThe hotel offers a guided walk through a breathtaking local fynbos garden, showcasing the unique flora of the Western Cape.
Cooking ClassVisitors can learn to cook traditional South African dishes such as Cape Malay Curry or Bobotie in a fun and interactive cooking class.
Local Artisan MarketThe hotel hosts a bi-weekly artisan market, featuring hand-crafted goods from local artists and craftsmen, including pottery, jewelry, and textiles.
StargazingWhispering Oaks Guest House has an outdoor telescope for guests to explore the night sky and provides a guide to identifying constellations and stars specific to the Southern Hemisphere.
- Cheese Tasting
- Flower Arranging Class
- Braai (Barbecue) Experience
- Forest Bathing
- Yoga Session
- Fruit Picking
- Organic Garden Tour
- Photography Workshop
Location
* Situated in the heart of George, the guest house lies near the Outeniqua Transport Museum, Outeniqua Pass, and the iconic King Edward VII Library. * The neighborhood boasts historical significance with attractions like the Slave Tree Museum, Kalahari Bookclub & Coffee Shop, and boutiques along York Street shopping district. * George Railway Museum, Pacaltsdorp Church and historic homesteads attract culture enthusiasts and history buffs.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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