Acorn Guest House

Our Victorian residence is situated in the heart of George, within walking distance of all the major restaurants and neighbouring the magnificent old Dutch Reformed Church, a monument worth visiting.

Not just another hotel room, our en suite accommodation is decorated with flair and style, furnished with a mixture of auction and flea market finds from around the world, including exquisite cotton linen, oriental carpets and fine silver ornaments.

Take advantage of our free 24-hour wired or wireless internet access, which you can use in the pool area. It is a sunny tranquil place in which to relax amongst the colourful flowers. If you would like to enjoy your breakfast outside in the crisp morning sun, this is the place to be.

Rooms: 8

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Bar – Non-Smoking Rooms – Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests – Heating – Gay Friendly

Activities

Tennis Court – Golf Course (within 3 km) – Massage – Karaoke – Library – Hiking – BBQ Facilities – Cycling – Horse Riding – Squash – Outdoor Swimming Pool

Services

Airport Shuttle – Babysitting/Child Services – Laundry – Ironing Service – Bicycle Rental – Packed Lunches – Car Rental – Tour Desk – Fax/Photocopying

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Guest Parking

Free private parking is possible on site.

Food & beverage

The breakfast is different and interesting. Specialities range from our wonderful South African fruits, in all forms and shapes, to the homemade pastries and other delights.

Area information

If you would like to go to the beach our local, Victoria Bay, is definitely the best. On any coast line in the world, I dare you to find a swimming beach that can equal its beauty, swimming and surfing qualities. There are only a few houses nearby, whales in season and dolphins all year round. Hikers will enjoy the scenic walk between the bay and the wilderness over the Kaaimans railway bridge.

Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe steam train from George to Knysna runs along the pristine coast and the lakes. Outeniqua Power Van takes you up to Outeniqua Mountain and halfway up Cradock Peak where you can enjoy a picnic.

The Dutch Reformed Church is directly opposite our house. It possesses some of the most stunning architecture in George. The pulpit is magnificent and made of stinkwood. The roof, floor and benches are of yellowwood.

To the west is Mosselbay, you may want to dare yourself and go shark cage diving, bungee jumping or to Seal Island. On your way home stop for a game drive or swim at Herolds Bay. To the north is Oudtshoorn where you should visit the world-famous Cango Caves, ride an ostrich and visit the crocodiles. There are stunning mountain passes all around you. To the east there is plenty of opportunity for extreme sports such as paragliding or abseiling. There are wonderful trails for hikers next to the lagoon, the river, forest or sea where you can kayak, canoe or just enjoy the outdoors. Do your shopping in Knysna at the Waterfront, head home back to George and come and enjoy your evenings at the guest house.!

Travel information

By Car:
From the west on the N2:
- Take the George, York Street exit.
- Turn left at the stop to drive into town which will become York Street.
- After approximately 5 km through the town, turn right at the 2nd roundabout or follow the sign for Knysna via Courtenay Street.
- After the 1st traffic light at Meade Street, pass the White Dutch Reformed Church on your left.
- Turn left at the next street: Kerk Street.
- We are only 100 metres down the road on the right.

From the airport:
- Turn left out of the parking area and follow the signs for George via Route R102.
- After approximately 7 km enter George via a roundabout and take the 1st left exit into York Street.
- 3.5 km through the town, drive around the 2nd roundabout, turn right or follow the signs for Knysna via Courtenay Street.
- Then follow the instructions above.

From Oudtshoorn:
- Continue on the road from the mountains and at the roundabout by the sport pavilions, exit immediately left: Knysna Road.
- Keep in the left lane when entering the roundabout and take the 1st exit: Courtenay Street.
- Pass the traffic light at Meade Street with the White Dutch Reformed Church on the left.
- Then follow the instructions above.

From the east on the N2:
- Take the 1st George exit to the right of the motorway.
- After approximately 5 km, once you are in town, go over the rail road via a bridge.
- Afterwards, pass Mitchell and Wellington Street on your right.
- The next street is Kerk Street.
- Turn right and the big Dutch Reformed Church will now be on your left.
- We are only 100 metres down the road on the right.

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Making your reservation

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