George Accommodation / Fairview Historic Homestead George Accommodation / Bed & Breakfast in George

Whether on business or holiday on the Garden Route, true South African hospitality, home comforts and privacy will ensure a memorable stay in this graciously restored homestead. Polished wooden floors, four poster beds, antique furniture and fireplaces lend warmth and character to the high ceilinged rooms of Fairview, a property first registered in 1864.

The Benkensteins have been taking great pleasure in welcoming guests into their beautiful home for more than 10 years. Philda loves entertaining and the guest book overflows with references to the excellent breakfasts she serves. Desmond (fisherman, collector of antique medical equipment and keen gardener) is the creative force behind the magnificent gardens.

ACCOMMODATION:

Polished wooden floors, four poster beds, antique furniture and fireplaces lend warmth and character to the high-ceilinged rooms.

The Orange Room
Suitable for a couple or a single - it has an antique wrought iron and brass queen sized four poster bed (single bed for a child if required). This charming room receives afternoon sun. There is also a small microwave – by special request from the lady reps who just want to pop a little ready-meal into the microwave… As the house is listed with the S.A. National Monument’s Council, there is a limit to what is allowed regarding the en-suite bathrooms therefore this bathroom has a shower and no bath. There is a cozy sitting area in front of the working fireplace.

The Yellow Room
Suitable for a couple or a single. This lovely room gets full morning sun. It has an antique four poster wrought iron and brass extra length double bed, with French doors overlooking the lavender garden. There is a small microwave. This bathroom has a shower over an old-fashioned cast iron bath. There is also a cozy sitting area in front of the working fireplace.

The Family Room - Upstairs
It can sleep up to 3 adults sharing.This room is on the first floor. It has been divided into two rooms, giving privacy to the further. Each room has an en-suite bathroom. The main bedroom has two extra length single beds which can be offered as Twin beds or made up as King Sized double bed. The second room has a ¾ bed. Tea/coffee tray provided with a bar fridge for your convenience.

The Studio Unit
The apartment itself consists of one bedroom with an extra-length double bed and an en-suite shower (wheelchair friendly). The bedroom opens onto a sunny private garden with braai facility. There is an adjoining kitchenette. All bed linen, bath towels and kitchen towels are provided; serviced during the week. Breakfasts available on request in the main Guest House.

Room Facilities

High quality mattresses, cotton percale linen.
Television
Safe
Tea / Coffee Facility
Hair Dryer
Fan/Heater
Refrigerator
En suite shower or bathroom and complimentary toiletries.
Desk / table to work at.

FACILITIES:

Full traditional breakfast, afternoon tea and dinner by arrangement.
Secure parking.
Wireless (WIFI) High-Speed Internet Access available.
Laundry service available on request (week days).
Salt water pool; towels supplied.
Golf and other sport facilities nearby.
15 minutes from the airport and 5 minutes from Victoria Bay beach.

ACCREDITATIONS (as claimed by the establishment)