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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Whispering Oak Mansion in Bear offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free WiFi. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy a garden, terrace, tennis court, and hot tub. Additional amenities include a lounge, games room, and outdoor seating area. Breakfast and Services: A continental breakfast is provided daily. The property provides private check-in and check-out, housekeeping, and free on-site parking. Local Attractions: Located 11 mi from New Castle Airport, nearby attractions include Old Dutch House (12 mi) and Delaware Museum of Natural History (22 mi).

Couples in particular 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 (9.3)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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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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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Campbell
    United States United States
    The whole stay far exceeded our expectations….communication was superb, we were greeted as soon as we arrived & asked if we needed help w/our bags. We were immediately shown to our room & given excellent info on our stay. I can’t possibly say...
  • Jayon
    United States United States
    Felt like staying at the Buckingham Place! Loved it, quiet peaceful and friendly atmosphere.
  • Alecia
    United States United States
    The property is well maintained. It is quiet, peaceful, relaxing and “just like home”.
  • Christine
    United States United States
    Easy and friendly check in. Host was very accommodating and stay was very clean. So nice to have a variety of breakfast items ready in the am.
  • Kim
    United States United States
    Absolutely everything was beyond my expectations. Rooms were great, common areas were spacious, clean and inviting. Breakfast was amazing. Best host ever. I suffer from severe social anxiety and make it a point to avoid any interactions with hosts...
  • Daniel
    United States United States
    I don't even know where to start about all that I loved about staying here. Karin was so wonderful, gracious and welcoming to me. I felt like I have known her all my life. This beautiful mansion was just like a dream to me. I felt like I was...
  • Alicia
    United States United States
    A wonderful selection of muffins, cereals, yogurt and freshly baked croissants. Milk, almond milk, orange juice coffee and tea
  • Barry
    United States United States
    Breakfast was just right as I was out early each day for an event nearby.
  • Kammerer
    United States United States
    Great Hostess. Comfortable stay. Nice breakfast. Would stay again.
  • Z
    United States United States
    The bed was comfortable and the environment was excellent. The host was responsive and nice.

Managed by Karin Jakubowski

Company review score: 9.8Based on 270 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

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
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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.

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