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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Ash River Lodge in Clarens offers a recently renovated bed and breakfast experience with a sun terrace, garden, tennis court, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area. Comfortable Amenities: The property features private bathrooms with walk-in showers, balconies, and garden or mountain views. Additional amenities include a minibar, TV, and free toiletries. Free on-site private parking is available. Delicious Breakfast: A continental breakfast is served with warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits. Room service and breakfast in the room cater to diverse dietary needs. Local Attractions: Clarens Golf Club is 2 km away, Art and Wine Gallery on Main is a 7-minute walk, and Blou Donki Gallery is less than 1 km from the property. Golden Gate Highlands National Park is 26 km and Basotho Cultural Village is 45 km distant.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mofokeng
    South Africa South Africa
    The tranquility as well as the location. The dogs on the property were adorable. Very friendly staff who directed us to places we wanted to go see. Very accommodating when we arrived late in the evening.
  • Jansen
    Australia Australia
    Lallies and the staff were all friendly and approachable. They went to great lengths to provide a comfortable experience. The breakfasts provided were delicious and a really great way to start each day. The lodge is a beautiful place with a secure...
  • Chuma😊
    South Africa South Africa
    The host was really considerate, helpful and polite . The location was perfect for sunrise watching. Cute little dogs, staff were friendly. Place was super clean and tidy
  • Quintin
    South Africa South Africa
    It's always a pleasure staying here from the view to the prefect sunrise
  • Nelson
    South Africa South Africa
    It's quietness, location and cleanliness. The staff members were amazing. To top it up, they serve delicious breakfast
  • Mngomezulu
    South Africa South Africa
    The views, the well kept premises and the location.
  • Michele
    South Africa South Africa
    Breakfast is delicious, and you can choose to sit inside or outside!! Location is good, walking distance from the restaurants and shops!
  • Macobone
    South Africa South Africa
    Everything about the place was good. We were very late for our check in but they were very patient with us.
  • Tiaan
    South Africa South Africa
    The host was very responsive, rooms were neat and breakfast delicious
  • Aditi
    South Africa South Africa
    The view at the lodge is wonderful. The rooms are comfortable and clean. The location of the lodge is walking distance to the main square area.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Lallies Delport

9.1
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Lallies Delport
Commanding spectacular views of Mount Horeb & the Maluti's and a sandstone's throw from around 20+ restaurants, Ash River Lodge B & B offers accommodation for 22 guests. The stylish, understated elegance of the Ash River Lodge B & B; represented by the passionate and nature loving Lallies Delport; offers: 7 x en-suite Bedrooms with Queen Beds, with DSTV, small refrigerator 3 x en-suite Bedrooms with King Beds (or 2 single beds by arrangement) with DSTV, small refrigerator All rooms are en-suite, have private entrances & are equipped with coffee & tea facilities and more. Electric blankets for the challenging winter temperatures in Clarens. Outside seating available to soak up the Clarens environment. We pride ourselves on unpretentious, comfortable and affordable accommodation. We have resisted a star rating, believing that word of mouth is a far better reference. Come and relax on the sprawling 100sqm deck with magnificent mountain views & a central fireplace, make use of the communal lounge with full DSTV & large fireplace or choose from our extensive library. A full English breakfast is included in the rate.
Clarens is the "Free State Jewel" and "Art Capital" of South Africa and offers a myriad of activities and sights in the immediate area: Choice of 20+ Restaurants, coffee shops & Pubs. The Highlander Artist Cafe Clementines Gosto Shopping to satisfy most tastes. Visit more than 20 art galleries with a wide selection of original art on show. Scenic Horse Rides 18-hole Golf course. Wellness Centre & various other Spa's Golden Gate National Park Hiking Trails Zip line Bushman paintings Quad Bikes Archery White River Rafting Fishing Basotho Cultural Village Etc.
Languages spoken: Afrikaans,English

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House rules

Ash River Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 10 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 9 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 350 per child, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Ash River Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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