This historic Cape Georgian guesthouse in central George offers full English breakfast and rooms with antique furniture and high ceilings. It features a town garden and saltwater pool. Fairview Historic Homestead’s bright, charming rooms have white linens and antique wood furniture. Each includes satellite TV and a coffee maker. Some offer a fireplace or private garden. Guests can walk in Fairview Historic hotel’s well-landscaped gardens, which include a kitchen garden and a small orchard. Towels are provided at the saltwater pool. Car rental services can be arranged. A full English breakfast can be enjoyed on Fairview Historic Homestead’s outdoor terrace, while enjoying the view of the Outeniqua Mountains. Packed lunches are also available. Fairview Homestead is just 8 km from Victoria Bay Beach, and 20 km from George Airport. Private parking is free.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.2
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  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Welcoming hosts Central location Well equipped apartment Good security
  • Nicholas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful oasis in George. The house and gardens were absolutely beautiful.
  • Elize
    South Africa South Africa
    The breakfast was lovely, and the room was absolutely wonderful. We just love the guest house!

Hosted by Desmond and Philda Benkenstein

9.7
9.7
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Desmond and Philda Benkenstein
The grounds on which the Fairview homestead stands was first registered in 1861. The architectural style of the house is typical of South African Cape Georgian. When we bought the property in 1995 the house was crying for a restoration. It took us 10 months to complete the original restoration and the upkeep of this listed house is an ongoing labor of love. Desmond already started gardening during the restoration process in 1996.
We have been welcoming B&B guests to our home since 1996 - over the years the house and interiors have seen many changes to ensure the comfort of our guests and to keep the decor fresh and depending on our circumstances the size of the guesthouse has fluctuated between two and 7 guestrooms. I am primarily responsible for the running of the B&B. I also serve on the local George Heritage Trust. Desmond works as a medical doctor in private practice. He loves gardening and is more of a plant collector than a landscape gardener; he really enjoys showing off his plants to fellow gardeners.
We are situated in Bergsig, on the eastern side of George. About 5km from the Garden Route shopping Mall, 8km from Victoria Bay and 12km from Wilderness beach. The Outeniqua Transport and Railway museum is within walking distance. We have three of the largest schools in George within a 3km radius of our property. George is well known as the golf hub of the Garden Route and you will be spoilt for choice with golf courses.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Fairview Historic Homestead
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Salt-water pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

Fairview Historic Homestead takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:00

Check-out

From 06:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Fairview Historic Homestead accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 21:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Fairview Historic Homestead in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Fairview Historic Homestead

  • Room options at Fairview Historic Homestead include:

    • Double

  • Fairview Historic Homestead is 1.1 miles from the centre of George. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Fairview Historic Homestead may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Fairview Historic Homestead is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Fairview Historic Homestead offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Guests staying at Fairview Historic Homestead can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.