The Bean Room
The Bean Room
Light-filled and welcoming, The Bean Family Room enjoys views over the front garden, creating a space that feels both open and gently
Named in honour of John Kenneth Bean — this room was once his study, where he spent many hours enjoying jazz and opera, completing crosswords, and quietly passing the time. That sense of calm and familiarity still lingers, giving the room a warm, personal character.
Thoughtfully arranged to accommodate families or small groups, it offers both comfort and practicality, with space to relax and unwind.
Features:
- One Queen EXL Double Bed and one single Bed
- En-suite bathroom
- Smart TV
- • Fast, reliable WiFi
- • Tea and coffee facilities
- • Secure parking
Price Per Night (Room only)
In Season
(January, April, October, November, December)
R1930 Triple Occupancy
R1530 Double Occupancy
R1350 Single Occupancy
Out of Season
(February, March, May, June, July, August, September)
R1840 Triple Occupancy
R1440 Double Occupancy
R1305 Single Occupancy
For the best rates and a more personal booking experience, we invite you to book directly with us.
Please note that all room rates can be subject to change without notice and normal rate increases do occur annually, prices are only confirmed at the time of the booking enquiry. Although we try to keep the pages as up to date as possible.
Breakfast
A complimentary breakfast is available on a help yourself basis from the kitchen, comprising of various cereals, rusks, fruits, yogurts, eggs, bacon, cold meats with a selection of breads, jams, teas and coffees.
If you would prefer a full English or fancy affair, we do have 2 Artisan Breakfast restaurants and bakeries within a 5-minute walk from the Guest house, for your own account or other drivable recommendations.
Rooms and cleaning
Linen and towels are changed every third day due to water restrictions, or on departure for new guests.
The house is cleaned daily and guests can advise if they want do not want cleaners in their room during their stay.
Laundry services are available on request and is charged at a nominal fee.
Smoking area
Please note that the main house and garden cottage are completely non-smoking. Smoking areas are available at a seated table in our gardens close to the pool, or on the patio when it is raining.
We ask you to refrain from smoking inside and consider our non-smoking guests or visitors.
Amenities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Workstations in rooms
Fully fitted kitchen
Lounge and green room
Braai area
Pool
Solar power
Back up water tanks
Daily cleaning
Shampoo, shower gel, soap and body cream in the rooms
Non smoking
All rooms are room rate but we do offer a ‘Self help complementary light breakfast available in the Whistlewood shared ‘Blue kitchen ‘.
From Cereals, Fruit, toast, Jams , rusks Yogurts and Eggs and various selection of teas and coffees.
Otherwise you can enjoy Breakfast offerings from either Bocadillios Artisan Bakery and Cafe, Angelos, or Cobblestone Bakery.
All within 6 minute walk from the Guest House for your own account.
The whole guest house is available for exclusive hire on a self-catering basis for families of up to 6, with the option of an additional two single bed for younger children.
Please contact us directly for self-catering rates.
We unfortunately currently do not take children under the age of four years due to our open swimming pool.
The main house is pet friendly to guide and well-train dogs.
Discounts are offered on longer stays 3, 5 and 7 days or over.
3 or 4 day stay 5% discount
5 or 6 day stay 10% discount
7+ day stay 15% discount
Childrens rates: 4 to 17: R800 per night (no further discounts applicable)
Pensioners (South African citizens/permanent residents with a valid ID over the age of 60).
Enjoy a 10 percent discount on our seasonal rates when making a direct booking directly with us.
Payment needs to be made via EFT and cleared before planned arrival dates.
Book today and look forward to a relaxing stay with us
WHISTLEWOOD GUEST HOUSE
Delightful historic guesthouse centrally based in Water Road, Walmer.
Four beautiful bedrooms: The Bean Room, The Lanham Room, The MacFadyen Room, The Baigrie Room and The Gledhill Family Suite.
As well as amazing facilities, garden, pool, solar & water backup and a specific function room: The Hannah Function Room
CONTACT
28 Water Road, Walmer, Gqeberha, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
whistlewoodsa@gmail.com
+27 81 461 8962
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