Clarens Units

Clarens the Gem of the Eastern Free State

3000m2 Property with large garden and sensational mountain views to come and relax away from the busy city life. The property is located in a quiet and safe area, within walking distance from town but a little away from the hustle and bustle.

This property will offer, the main house, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, with: 3 x Additional private Self Catering Cottages – ideal for couples or with small Children. This property is ideal for family or friend gatherings. Will accommodate up to 17 people including children. We are planning to have this property ready by September.

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ACTIVITIES IN AND AROUND CLARENS

Spa Treatments

Body Bliss Day Spa

R712, 9701
058 256 1062

Clarens Wellness Day Spa

410 Main Street
Phone: 082 887 1503 Email: info@clarenswellnessdayspa.co.za

Mont d’Or Clarens Spa

502 Sias Oosthuizen Lane
Phone: +27 58 256 1224 Email: gm@montdor.co.za

Golfing

golf@theclarens.co.za
call +27 58 256 1270.

There are a number of membership packages available to choose from, catering to both golf enthusiasts and beginners alike. Options range from pay-as-you-play to full membership with unlimited green fees. Golf carts are also available to be hired out at a nominal fee.

After a rewarding round or two of golf, adjourn to the stylish clubhouse for a bite to eat and a refreshing beverage, shared with fellow players as you discuss the day’s events. The clubhouse is strategically positioned with views over the tailend of the 9th and 18th holes.

CLARENS XTREME

531 Sias Oosthuizen Street, Clarens
0582561260

Bring your family and friends to Clarens Xtreme for a great time and unforgettable memories Clarens Xtreme offers something for everyone. We are not only an adventure company, but a company that cares about each and every guest. Come conquer your fears and enjoy an adventure of a life time. We do , White Water Rafting, Quad bike tours, Abseiling, Archery, Paintball, Zip Lines, Putt Putt, Bungee Trampoline and Rock Climbing wall.

Hot Air Balloon

Experience the romantic thrill of floating into the air over the Maluti mountains for wonderful views over the Eastern Free State and a chance to take superb photos. Enjoy breakfast in the village afterwards. Contact Hot Air Ballooning SA.

Art Galleries

There’s no shortage of art galleries in Clarens, so if you love to surround yourself with art you’ll be a happy ray of sunshine. Think edgy contemporary art to landscapes, impressionism and realism to abstracts. A popular choice for browsing is the Blou Donki (blue donkey) in the Windmill Centre, which includes sculpture and ceramics from established and emerging artists.

The Cherry Festival

Visit in November for the annual Cherry Festival in Ficksburg about 80km from Clarens. If that’s too far, support the vendors in the town square by buying a punnet of summer-fresh cherries.

Visit Golden Gate

Your list should definitely include a visit to the Golden Gate Highlands National Park less than 20km east of Clarens to appreciate sandstone mountains formed from compacted sand dunes 190 to 196 million years ago when the area was a desert. If you drive one of the mountain loops you can see mammals like eland, hartebeest and zebra, as well as 60 species of grass and layered views of the surrounding mountains. Visit the vulture hide on the Oribi Loop for a chance to see the endangered bearded vulture (lammergeier) and other vultures. Have fun learning about culture at the Basotho Cultural Village and see the signature Brandwag Buttress (pictured above) lit up at night, when it has a more mysterious aspect than in bright sunshine.

Horse Riding

If a different kind of saddling up appeals to you, go horse riding in Clarens. Do a hour-long morning ride into the mountains around the village or a two-hour sundowner ride on a cowboy ranch. Book ahead via email info@bokpoort.com.

Fishing

Put on your silly jacket and hat and go catch-and-release fly fishing for trout in the Little Caldeon River at De Molen or Craigrossie Trout Lodge.

HIKING

Hiking in Clarens? Tick. There’s a number of short walking trails in and around the town, as part of the Clarens Village Conservancy. Most give good views of the village and are easy to moderate in difficulty. The Golden Gate Highlands National Park nearby also offers many hiking trails, from the one-hour Mushroom Rock walk near Glen Reenen Rest Camp, one-hour Holkrans and Brandwag Buttress walks near Brandwag, or the four- to five-hour hike up to Wodehouse Peak at 2440m. You don’t need to book for any of these but it’s always a good idea to tell someone where you’re going.

RESTAURANTS IN AND AROUND CLARENS

Clementines

Cnr Church St & Van Zyl, Clarens South Africa
+27 79 355 1298
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – Thursday 11:30 – 14:30 and 17:00 – 20:00
Friday 11:30.- 14:30 and 17:00 – 21:00
Saturday 11:00 – 14:30 and 17:00 – 21:00
Sunday 11:00 – 14:30 and 17:00 – 20:00

Gosto Portuguese Restaurant

• 328 Corner Main & Van Zyl Street, Clarens 9707 South Africa
• +27 76 792 8189
• 12:00 – 21:00

Highland Coffee Roastery

• 354 Van Zyl Street, Clarens 9707 South Africa
• +27 58 256 1136
• 07:30 – 16:30

Post House Restaurant

• 276 Main Street, Clarens 9707 South Africa
• +27 66 228 7184
• Sun – Mon: 08:00 – 18:00
• Tue – Thu: 08:00 – 16:30
• Fri – Sat: 08:00 – 21:00

Artist's Cafe

Main Street Windmill Centre, Clarens 9707 South Africa
+27 58 256 1404
Sun – Thu: 08:30 – 16:30
Fri – Sat: 08:30 – 18:30

Clarens Brewery

• Rosemary Centre 326 Market East Street Shop 1, Rosemary Centre, Clarens 9707 South Africa
• +27 58 008 5089
• Sun – Thu: 10:00 – 19:00
• Fri – Sat: 10:00 – 22:00

Sugar & Cinnamon

Take a short road trip and enjoy the scenery

• 13km On the R712, Clarens 9707 South Africa
• +27 82 382 3515
• 08:00 – 16:00

The Highlander

Corner Market and Main The Highland Cntr, Clarens 9707 South Africa
+27 58 256 1912
Sun – Thu: 08:00 -20:00
Fri – Sat: 08:00 – 22:00

Mosaic Pizzeria

Van Zyl Street, Clarens South Africa
+27 58 256 1884
Sun – Thu: 12:00 – 20:00
Fri – Sat: 12:00 – 21:00

Di Bus Stop

This quirky shop, adventure center, and cafe is located before you enter Golden Gate National Park. We hung out in the old-school bus while drinking some sparkling water. One of the adventures offered is a 10-minute walk to a waterfall. I can’t seem to find this waterfall on Google Maps so let me know if you go because I wanna see it.

The Platform

• 313 Church St, Clarens, 9707
• 082 889 0512
• web.facebook.com/p/The-Platform-Clarens

Grouse & Claret

• Corner of Main St & Van Zyl St, Clarens 9707 South Africaa
• +27 58 256 1795

Roter Hahn Restaurant

• C/O Roos Street, Van Zyl St, &, Clarens, 9707
• 058 256 1888
• web.facebook.com/roterhahnclarens/

ADAMO Restaurant

• Protea by Marriott Hotel Clarens
• 058 256 1212

Bocca di Lupo

• 325 Market St, Clarens, Clarens 9707 South Africa
• +27 72 410 1361
• Authentic Italian cuisine. Homemade dishes with Italy’s fresh and finest ingredients. We offer a selection of wines as well as locally brewed brewed beers.

Treat Restaurant

• 411 Main Street, Clarens 9707 South Africa
• +27 83 262 5104
• www.clarensretreat.co.za/treat/index.html

Clarens Kooperasie

• 280 Main St, Clarens, 9707
• 061 525 9602
• web.facebook.com/kooperasie/

SHOPS IN AND AROUND CLARENS

Courtyard Cafe & Bakery

Buy some bakery items, jams, and cute quiches from The Courtyard Cafe. The Courtyard is located in the centre of the village on the square. Offering freshly baked goods.

Vermac Tattoos

• Clarens Meander Cnr Main & van Zyl Str Clarens – 9707

Just Jaqi

• 082 681 2658
• Siaz Oosthuizen 521, Clarens, South Africa

House of Woven Art

• 1 Market St, East, Clarens, 9707
• 066 476 0178

The Rock Shop

• 083 250 3530227
• Main St, Clarens, South Africa

The Purple Onion

Part shop and part deli, The Purple Deli is so much fun to wander through. I’m sure you’ll pick up at least one interesting food item. From unique beers (like Mohope), coffee, chips, and jams to biltong, pasta, and chocolate, there is a ton of good food options here.

Ember Down

• Market St, West, Clarens, 9707
• 082 408 6770

B'tween the Lines

31 Park St, Clarens, 9707

Calibou

• 898 Sias Oosthuizen St, Clarens, 9707, South Africa
• www.calibou.co

The Cherry Company

• 2 Main St, Clarens, 9707
• 079 898 3907

Clarens Go Green

• 328 Market Straat Oos St, Clarens, 9707, South Africa
• 058 256 1921.
• www.clarensgogreen.co.za.
• info@clarensgogreen.co.za.

J & N leather Company

• Van Zyl St, Clarens, 9707, South Africa
• 078 380 9131.
• www.jnleathercompany.com.

The Big 5

• 354 Van Zyl St, Clarens, 9707, South Africa
• 073 091 8096.

The Ugly Duckling

The Ugly Duckling
Market Street

Blou Donkie

Blou Donki Art Gallery
15 Van Zyl Street

Senqu

• 058 256 1435.
• www.senqu.co.za.
• 283 Main St, Clarens, 9707, South Africa

Tsonga

362 Main St, Clarens, 9707, South Africa
087 379 6928.
tsonga.com.
clarens@tsonga.com.

Robert Badenhorst Art

281 Main Street, Clarens 9707 South Africa

Wickit Candles

Monsoon Moon

Main Str, Clarens 9707 South Africa

Oakleather

• Oak Leather is a small business that prides itself in creating unique leather products that stand the test of time.
• Main St, Clarens, 9707
• 072 736 6120