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Featuring panoramic views of the Maluti Mountains, Lake Clarens Guest House is located 984 feet from the main square in Clarens. The guest house offers a restaurant and a terrace with BBQ facilities. The rooms all come with satellite TV, a safety deposit box and electric kettle. Each private bathroom has a hairdryer and free toiletries. The apartment includes a sofa and well-equipped kitchen with oven and stovetop. Guests can enjoy a la carte meals at the restaurant. They can also relax on the terrace or enjoy activities like fishing in the surrounding area. Free WiFi access is available in public areas. Set in the Free State province, Lake Clarens Guest House is only 12 mi from Golden Gate Highlands National Park and 25 mi from the Lesotho border.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.3
Low score for Clarens
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rosemarie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovley staff really helpful and accomodating. The rooms could do with a bit of updating but had everything you needed. Would certainly stay again as would love to take our dogs which is possible in the dog friendly apartment.
  • Cornelia
    South Africa South Africa
    Great place. Friendly staff. Amazing breakfast. Good value for your money.
  • Jose
    Mexico Mexico
    was a good place, the staff was really nice and they even washed my car

Hosted by Belinda Germeshuizen

9
9
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Belinda Germeshuizen
WHAT MAKES LAKE CLARENS GUEST HOUSE INTERESTING AND LOVED BY ALL PROPERTY LOCATION: At the entrance of Clarens, Jewel of the Free State, South Africa.The guest House has a beautiful view of the well known Mount Horeb and the dam. Three minutes safe walking distance from the centre of town. The Guest House is a hundred year old hand dressed sand stone building with lots of atmosphere. There is a restaurant and child play park on the premises. Guests have breakfast outside on the patio (weather permitting) with a scrumptious breakfast and a lovely view over the dam and the mountains. The gardens are lovely and well kept and it is a joy for guests to sit under the trees and enjoy the view, read, or have something to drink or eat. Was rated as Guest House of the year in South Africa in 2009 and 2010 by a competition run by a national magazine. SITUATED: 17 kilometers from the Golden Gate National Park 3 hours drive from Oliver Tambo Airport, Johannesburg 4 hours drive to Durban 3 hours drive to Bloemfontein
Belinda is passionate about good service and making our guests feel at home. She loves people and animals. With having grown up in Clarens and inheriting the guest house from "Mr Clarens", Bruce Weyer, Belinda is strongly connected to Clarens and all the town has to offer. She believes in continuing the father's legacy of promoting Clarens as a prime and safe tourist destination for both local and international guests.
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD Lake Clarens guest House is situated in Clarens, where it is safe for walking, cycling and hiking. The Municipality keeps Clarens pristine. We are situated three minutes from the centre of Clarens, with numerous restaurants, Art Galleries, Coffee shops and small shops to buy something of everything – all of high quality.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

Area info

Amenities of Lake Clarens Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 5:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Lake Clarens Guest House 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.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 05:00:00.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Lake Clarens Guest House

  • Lake Clarens Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Bar crawls

  • Lake Clarens Guest House is 1,300 feet from the center of Clarens. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Lake Clarens Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Lake Clarens Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Room options at Lake Clarens Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Apartment

  • Check-in at Lake Clarens Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.