THE LORD PICKELBY
Bed and Breakfast Accommodation
Going back in time with the spirit of The Lord Pickleby - 1876 – 1915. As one of the oldest original buildings in Greyton, The Lord Pickleby has a charm that will remind you of old forgotten times. This tranquil guest house is situated on the peaceful end of Main Road, surrounded by a magnificent garden, sparkling pool and beautiful old Oak & Olive trees, creating a blissful atmosphere. The warmth of this stately old house is matched only by the hospitality of your hosts.
Five cosy, elegant en-suite bedrooms, named after the five wives of the legendary Lord Pickleby, with plush linen and fresh towels will await you in this modestly luxuriously furnished establishment. Two of the rooms have adjoining lounges and fireplaces. The central lounge offers comfortable furnishings with a fireplace, flat screen TV with DSTV, small library as well as board-games.
(Read more about The Lord Pickleby towards the end of these pages)
The Facilities:
• 5 Luxury en-suite bedrooms
• Crisp white linen and fresh towels provided
• Fans
• TV with DSTV in main lounge
• All rooms equipped with Tea/Coffee facilities
• All bedrooms fully equipped with hair dryers & toiletries
Accommodation Rates and Booking Procedures:
• Rooms 1 – Emma
• Queen bed (en-suite bathroom with bath)
• R750 per room per night for 2 guests sharing, inclusive of breakfast
• Single supplement R400 per night, inclusive of breakfast• Room 2 – Molly Trotter
• Double bed (en-suite bathroom with shower)
• R680 per room per night for 2 guests sharing, inclusive of breakfast
• Single supplement R400 per night, inclusive of breakfast• Room 3 – Sophia
• Four Poster bed (en-suite bathroom with bath)
• R830 per room per night for 2 guests sharing, inclusive of breakfast
• Single supplement R500 per night, inclusive of breakfast• Room 4 – Blanche
• Suite with Queen bed, separate lounge with old stove fireplace, separate changing room with occasional bed (en-suite bathroom with shower)
• R830 per room per night for 2 guests sharing, inclusive of breakfast• Room 5 – Harriet
• Suite with King size bed, including lounge with old stove fireplace (en-suite bathroom with shower)
• R830 per room per night for 2 guests sharing, inclusive of breakfast
• Single supplement R500 per night, inclusive of breakfast• Children 5 to 12 years R150 per child per night, inclusive of breakfast
• Children under 5 years free of charge• 50% deposit on confirmation of the booking
• internet transfers or bank deposits accepted.
• Balance payments due on arrival
• Internet Transfer/credit card facilities or cash.
Restrictions:
• No Pets
• No smoking in roomsArrival and Departure:
• check-in time is 14h00 and check-out 10h00 unless arranged otherwisePlease contact us here to book your stay at The Guinea Fowl Guest House Bed and Breakfast.
History of The Lord Pickleby
Born in England in 1876, Lord Pickleby ‘s life and exploits straddled in the 19th and 20th Centuries leaving an indelible mark. He was a maverick, a socialite and a spy. An inventor, a writer, a philosopher and a thespian. He was a sportsman of exceeding talent, a gambler, a womanizer, but above all, a scoundrel. He was the original international man of mystery. An enigma to all who knew him, his charisma and charm seduced everyone who crossed his path. His name was often whispered discretely by blushing ladies, giggling as they sipped their afternoon tea. His roguishness was admired by some and abhorred by others. In truth, he was resented only those who wished they could be him. He lived his colourful life on his own terms.
Lord Pickleby was equally at ease with politicians and royalty. He could play any role. Renowned for his thespian talents, he directed and appeared in numerous theatre shows in Cape Town, often performing multiple roles when theatre goers were non-the-wiser. His performance as Brutus was described by the Cape Argus (March 16, 1902) as ‘a forceful performance as sharp and piercing as the blade that killed Ceasar’.
Lord Pickleby’s aversion to conformity and his general disregard for rules was legendary. He was reputed to be a spy and demonstrated his contempt for patriotism by fighting for both the Boers and the Brits simultaneously, both of which awarded him medals of honour for bravery. His perfect attendance recorded for both sides remain unexplained.
After the war he held numerous ocean-swimming records (breast stroke of course). He successfully swam from Robben Island to the mainland, but in later years chose terra firma to excel on. In 1907 he played cricket and football for South Africa at the same time.
Lord Pickleby was a fashion visionary for his time and is believed to be the first man to wear ‘his underpants higher than his breeches, so as to be clearly visible’. May people credit him as the inventor of aerobics.
Around 1015 he moved to Greyton where he fathered 14 children. The five rooms have been named after his five wives. No official record of his passing or place of burial exists, although folklore cites spontaneous combustion as his cause of death.
His spirit lives on in The Lord Pickleby Guest House.
