Clarens, Thabo Mofutsanyana
From Bloemfontein, head to your romantic accommodation in Clarens; which is a scenic little village at the foot of Mount Horeb that showcases some of the best of South Africa in a unique way. It is on the Free State Highlands Route close to the Golden Gate National Park. One of the most popular holiday towns in the eastern Free State, its location inspires not only its own residents but everyone who stays there.
An easy three to four hours' drive from Johannesburg, Clarens has become the long weekend mecca of those after an arty, sleepy hollow with just enough entertainment not to be dull.
The town that first enjoyed a revival when it became something of an artists' haven during the early nineties is now premium second home property. It helps that it lies in a particularly scenic spot, surrounded by Rooiberge and the Maluti Mountains a little further southeast; its tree-lined streets and enticing restaurants, art galleries and boutique style stores a reason to amble away the weekend in the town's square.
There is no shortage of accommodation in Clarens in the form of guest houses, self-catering establishments, lodges and B&Bs in the area, and nature-loving activities in particular are what attract those who enjoy the great outdoors. There is horse riding, hiking, fly fishing, abseiling, white water rafting and golf.There are caves to visit, San paintings to explore, rocks to climb, and local restaurants offer live music over weekends.
Many of the homes and buildings in Clarens are built using local sandstone, giving them a particular appeal. The Artists' Amble is a route that takes in the local art galleries run by and supplied by local artists. And if none of these activities appeal, lay your hands on a copy of The Speckled Bean, the local community magazine for insider information.
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There is a beautiful old sandstone church standing right in the centre of this gorgeous village that you must go and look at. Its just beautiful! There is so much to do you can easily spend a week in Clarens and you still won't have tried all the restaurants and eateries. Obviously go to Golden Gate Park - not to be missed and we loved walking around the town and pooping into all the ciute shops and galleries. Definitely a great getawy.
Sherry Smith (Pretoria)
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Really popular, so book your accommodation in advance. This is an awesome stop over if you're doing the Cape Town to JHB drive. If you can spend more than a night here because there is plenty to do and the area is really pretty. Good places to eat too.
Adam (Cape Town)
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Barrister House
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Forest Lane One
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Golden View Willow Rest
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The Courtyard Guest House
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Golden Gate Hotel
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Views In Clarens One
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Clarens Escape One
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The Clarens Place
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Talking Trees Self-Catering House
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Highland Quarters
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Views In Clarens Two
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Clarens Golf Villa 31
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Clarens Golf Villa 182
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Forest Lane Two
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Dynasty Red Mountain Ranch
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Golden View Oak on Church
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La Poste Apartment
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Willow Manor
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The Paddocks 21
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Stonehaven
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Meander Stay
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Jovali Horeb Studio
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Gentle Presence
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Bethel Lodge
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Clarens Golf Villa 175
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Pond End Villa
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Villa 152 El Shaddai
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The French Cottage Clarens
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Periwinkle Grove Cottages
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Vista 70 Clarens
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Dunelm Gasteplaas
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Villa 175 Clarens
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Forest Lane Three
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Ongeag Holiday House
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Upper House
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Mount Rose
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Il Castello
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Cottage Pie
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Clarens Manor
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Clarens Golf Villa 178
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Saints Rest
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Clarens Paddocks 23
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Clarens Cottage 2
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Lola's Luxury Self Catering
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Titanic View
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Roos House
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Picolo Nido
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Things to do in the area
278 on Main
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Basotho Cultural Village
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Clarens Brewery
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Dine at Clementines
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Essensual Art Gallery
Essensual Art Gallery in Clarens is not your typical art gallery - be prepared to step into a sensual world of art where the human form is celebr...
Purple Onion Deli & Coffee Bar
Stop off for a coffee at the Purple Onion Deli - reputed to have the best view in Clarens from their patio with coffee and atmosphere to match! T...
River Rafting in Clarens
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Smudge Contemporary Art Gallery
If you are looking for something a little out of the ordinary then pay a visit to Smudge Contemporary Art Gallery in Clarens. Conventional and c...
Blou Donki Art Gallery
The Blou Donki Art Gallery is a fantastic spot to visit in Clarens, especially if you have an interest in South African art and want to immerse y...
Noteworthy attractions
Golden Gate National Park
Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north-eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The park d...
Sterkfontein Dam Reserve
Rugged, steep krantzes silhouetted against the skyline, mountain slopes snugly covered with a grass blanket, deep lushly vegetated kloofs and a c...
Clarens Golf Estate
The par 71 golf course, designed and constructed by Golf Data, is bound to excite every level of golfer. All 18 holes meander along and across th...
Basotho Cultural Village
A visit to the Basotho Cultural Village which nestles at the foot of huge sandstone mountains, will give you a deeper insight into the lifestyle ...
Bethlehem Golf Club
The Bethlehem Golf Course is a Par 71 (W69), 18 hole golf course located in the lovely town of Bethlehem in the Free State. Facilities at Bethleh...
Harrismith Country Club
The Harrismith Country Club is a wonderfully kept course in the humble town of Harrismith. The golf course, famously known for being the third ol...
Mount Everest Game Reserve
The privately owned Mount Everest Game Reserve is set in a particularly scenic part of the Free State close to the town of Harrismith and, despit...
Clarens Village Conservancy
The Clarens Village Conservancy (CVC) is a group of people, homeowners and businesses who together look after the town's natural resources - land...
Normandien Pass
The Normandien Pass links Memel in the Free State with Newcastle in KwaZulu-Natal. The pass is gravel that by all accounts has seen better days, ...
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