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Die Waenhuis

Die Waenhuis Bed & Breakfast accommodation in George Western Cape

Description

Welcome to Die Waenhuis Guest House - George, Garden Route

In the historic quarter of George on elegant Caledon Street under the shade of age-old oak trees is this extraordinary 170 year old historic guest house characterized by old fashioned and informal hospitality.

We offer eleven unique, stylish en suite bedrooms and a memorable breakfast. Our place is ideally situated in the heart of George for tourists and corporate guests visiting George, the GardenRoute, Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay and Knysna.

Our motto is : "Authenticity can't be fabricated, only maintained."

Set in elegant Caledon Street under the shade of age-old oak trees in a landscaped park like garden, this historic 170-year-old residence awaits you to surprise and spoil you with its charm and relaxed hospitality. The magnificent lounge with original yellow wood floors and ceilings also features a Victorian fireplace where guests can gather around the fire on cool rainy days.

Accommodation at Die Waenhuis

“Old World Charm in the Heart of the Garden Route.”

We have eleven en suite guest rooms which differ in style and character, but each with its own charm, furnished with antiques and period pieces.

All are equipped with heaters or under floor heating, coffee/tea trays,
a carafe of sherry, television (M-Net) and other special treats
and amenities.

The magnificent lounge with original yellowwood floors and ceilings, also features a Victorian fireplace where guests can gather around the fire on cool rainy days.

The breakfast room is a cheerful sunny place with an old Dover stove. Here we serve our farmstyle breakfast while guests enjoy a view of the lush garden with George Peak in the background. Breakfast can also be served on the patio.

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Contact Details

Name of hostsDie Waenhuis
Tel:044 8740034
fax0865177326
Cell0834619302
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Attractions

Garden Route attractions
  • The house is ideally situated for both corporate guests and tourists who visit the Garden Route, Oudtshoorn, Mossel Bay and Knysna.

  • The lovely beaches of Herolds Bay, Glentana and Victoria Bay are all within easy reach.

  • George also offers lovely park, forest and mountain hikes and a selection of some of the best golf courses in the country. The interesting George Museum is close by.

  • Local tours, power van trips up the mountain, and Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe steam train trips can all be arranged.

  • Surfing, diving, fishing, paragliding and hang gliding are some other special attractions.

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Facilities

Die Waenhuis facilities include:
  • Conference facility for up to 30 guests with under floor heating / fire place and stylishly furnished.
  • Credit Card
  • Fax and Internet
  • Courtesy bar
  • outdoor pool
  • tea/coffee making facilities
  • braai/barbecue facilities
  • Parking on the premises
  • 10 minutes from the airport (transport can be arranged)

Directions

From the N2 main road Take the York Street off ramp. Travel up York Street to where you get to a large traffic circle in front of the George Museum. Turn left at the circle (towards Oudtshoorn) and then right into Caledon Street. Die Waenhuis Guesthouse is situated at 11 Caledon Street. From Oudtshoorn Coming into George, keep to the left (Davidson Road) where the road forks at the George Hospital. The fourth road to your left is Caledon Street. Die Waenhuis Guesthouse is situated at 11 Caledon Street.

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