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Eastern Free state

Eastern Free state - Ladybrand, Ficksburg, Clarens, Bethlehe

The Eastern Free State is the land of a thousand pictures, with each season offering its own attractions - roaring, open fires in winter, cherry blossoms and then succulent fruit in spring, hot summer days and golden autumn sunsets.

The Eastern Free State is a feast for the eye, soul and gastronome. Cherry orchards cling to the sides of flat topped sandstone mountains which reflect the different colours of the sunrise and sunset, as you gently meander along the border between South Africa and the mountain kingdom of Lesotho.

The Eastern Free State are on a main route linking the Eastern Cape and Garden Route, to KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and Mpumalanga (Kruger Park). The Eastern Free State also link South Africa and the mountain kingdom of Lesotho and include the towns Ladybrand, Ficksburg, Clarens and Bethlehem

Apart from cherries, other deciduous fruit and asparagus thrive in the champaign climate, making spring and early summer a feast of fresh fruit and vegetables.

Many people visit the Eastern free State especially for its picturesque beauty. But no matter whether you are driving through, en route to somewhere, or just retreating from the rat race for a couple of days, you will be tempted to linger a while longer.

The entire region borders the scenic mountain kingdom of Lesotho, which is known for its majestic beauty, simplicity and serenity.

The Eastern free State is the land of a thousand pictures.

With it’s beautiful snow capped mountains providing a backdrop to numerous romantic hide aways, this untouched, pristine area with it’s breathtaking scenery, possesses a grandeur of majestic proportions. Hiking Trails meander through densely vegetated valleys and wild gorges created by centuries of wind, water and fire, while Bushman paintings evoke images of lost civilizations and ancient myths - truly an area where the magic and mystery of the Free State can be experienced at first hand.

Cities / Towns

Arlington, Bethlehem, Clarens, Clocolan, Cornelia, Excelsior, Ficksburg, Fouriesburg, Harrismith, Hobhouse, Kestell, Ladybrand, Lindley, Marquard, Memel, Paul Roux, Petrus Steyn, Phuthadijhaba /Qwa Qwa, Reitz, Rosendal, Senekal, Steynsrus, Tweespruit, Vrede, Warden.


 

Accommodation in and around Eastern Free State

Pringles Country Inn    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Pringles is set in the tranquil surroundings of Bergview Complex on the N3 at Harrismith, equi-distant from Durban, Johannesburg and Bloemfontein. Being so centrally situated makes Pringles an ideal stopover and conference/wedding venue visit. The su... More

Caledon Gardens    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Guest House Accommodation Clarens : "Caledon Gardens" is a romantic country retreat situated in the unspoilt Caledon Valley, next to the Royal Maluti Golf & Country Club, in the magnificent Eastern Free State Highlands, between Clarens ... More

Fouriesburg Country Inn    accommodation in Eastern Free State
FOURIESBURG: SOUTH AFRICA: Near Golden Gate & Clarens. Fouriesburg was proclaimed a town in 1892 deriving its name from the many families with the name of Fourie who were living in the area. The origina... More

Maluti Mountain Lodge    accommodation in Eastern Free State
The Maluti Mountain Lodge offers accommodation in 10 standard rooms, 6 luxury rooms, 4 thatched rondawels and 4 luxury suites for families - all en suite. The honeymoon suite is a really special place for that all important and romantic night. Here,... More

Cliffddale Sandstone Lodge    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Cliffdale is situated on the S 17 and is a beautiful farm of the Van Eedens, the house is really a place where the peace and quiet of the Freestate will get to you. The house sleeps 10-14 people and is beautifully furnished and fully equipped for sel... More

@ Cranford Inn Clarens    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Cranford Inn Clarens is situated in the beautiful village of Clarens in the Eastern Free State, sandwiched between the Rooiberge and the majestic Maluti Mountains. Only 300km from Gauteng, less than 4 hours drive from Durban and approx 2.5 hours driv... More

Highlands Hotel    accommodation in Eastern Free State
At the foot of Imperani mountain with a beautiful view of the Maluti mountains of Lesotho - in winter covered with snow. A most scenic area. The Caledon river divides Ficksburg in South Africa from the mountainous Lesotho. Two quite different lifesty... More

QwaQwa Hotel    accommodation in Eastern Free State
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Harrismith Inn    accommodation in Eastern Free State
This roadside Inn is ideally located on the east side of Harrismith at the N3 and N5 intersection between Johannesburg, Durban and Bloemfontein. The location is ideal for businesspeople who wish to do business away from the city stress. Luxury accomm... More

Brandwag, Golden Gate Mountain Resort    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Nestled in the foothills of the Maluti Mountains in the north-eastern Free State, surrounded by sandstone cliffs of the National Park, is where you`ll find an addition to The San Parks Collections - The Brandwag Hotel in the Golden Gate National Park... More




Directory of accommodation in Eastern Free State