Whispering Oak Mansion

3805 Kirkwood Saint Georges Road, Bear, DE 19701, United States of America – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>389</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Whispering Oak Mansion

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Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
389 reviews

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Whispering Oak Mansion in Bear provides accommodations with a garden, a tennis court, and a shared lounge. This property offers access to pool at the pool table, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the homestay. Some accommodations include a terrace and a seating area with flat-screen TV, as well as air conditioning and heating. In some units there's a dressing room for guests to change in. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Whispering Oak Mansion. For guests with children, the accommodation features an indoor play area. A bicycle rental service is available at Whispering Oak Mansion, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Old Dutch House is 12 miles from the homestay, while Delaware Museum of Natural History is 21 miles from the property. The nearest airport is New Castle Airport, 11 miles from Whispering Oak Mansion.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
Bedroom :
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews
Review score

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
8.9
High score for Bear
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kammerer
    United States of America United States of America
    “Great Hostess. Comfortable stay. Nice breakfast. Would stay again.”
  • Z
    United States of America United States of America
    “The bed was comfortable and the environment was excellent. The host was responsive and nice.”
  • Jennifer
    United States of America United States of America
    “I loved the location and the ambiance of the hotel; traveling alone for work as a woman I felt completely safe and in good hands. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is passing through the area and needs a place to stay.”

Managed by Karin Jakubowski

Company review score: 9.5Based on 369 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We have been hosting for the past 10 years. Our hope is that you find a quiet place to relax and recharge. We are here to make sure you have the best stay! Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable.

Property info

We are surrounded by nature on the two acres our house sits on. Even though we are near off the street, it's very quiet. You can run to Lums Pond which has beautiful trails for biking and hiking. At the end of the street is a delicious Tender Bones take-out shop. Their is also an 'Oceanmart deli' with sandwiches and simple amenities, and a liquor store just minutes from our home. We are now permitting pets for an additional cost.

Neighborhood info

15 minutes to Christiana Mall. 7 minutes to a movie theater at People’s Plaza. University of Delaware just 20 minutes away in cozy Newark with a fun Main Street filled with restaurants and shops. Rehoboth Beach and tax-free shopping at the Tanger Outlets only one hour and 15 minutes away. Lums Pond is only 5 minutes from our home with hiking trails for walking and biking as well as kayak and canoe rentals. The canal is only 8 minutes from our home which provides a paved walking/biking trail along the water. Chesapeake City and Delaware City are 20 minutes away with waterfront bar and dining.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Whispering Oak Mansion
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Tennis equipment
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Tennis court
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Whispering Oak Mansion takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Whispering Oak Mansion of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Whispering Oak Mansion

  • Check-in at Whispering Oak Mansion is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Whispering Oak Mansion may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Whispering Oak Mansion can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Whispering Oak Mansion is 4.3 miles from the center of Bear. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Whispering Oak Mansion offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Walking tours
    • Badminton equipment
    • Bicycle rental
    • Tennis equipment
    • Bike tours