Clarens is famous for many reasons, known as The Jewel of the Free State, the Art Mecca of South Africa, a foodie’s haven, a historian’s heaven, Kraft beer like no other, hiking trails galore, mountain biking trails, cycling central and on and on.

This valley, nestled in the foothills of the Maluti Mountains and the Red Mountain Range, would naturally have to have so much of value, since the village of Clarens is over 100 years’ old, and on weekends visitors that live close to Clarens turn it into a real hive of activity.

Clarens is only a 4 to 4-and-a-half-hour drive from Johannesburg, Durban and Bloemfontein, making it an extremely popular weekend and holiday destination for these locals, but it’s also a choice holiday destination for international visitors.

Holidays and weekend breaks are as essential to the human spirit as sleep is, but affording them can be daunting in the current economy, which is why Clarens Eddies Self Catering is more than just affordable accommodation!

Owner Dawn Trevelyan is a world-traveler herself, and an artist in her own right, which is why Clarens Eddies Self Catering is filled with character, art and style.

This self catering accommodation is counted among the top 10% of hotels in the world, which is high praise indeed, received from Tripadvisor, based solely on recommendations from travelers.

In addition to this, Clarens Eddies has received Certificates of Excellence every year since 2015 from both Booking.com and Tripadvisor, and it takes consistency and care of guests to earn this level of recognition.

Clarens Eddies Self Catering is More Than Just Affordable Accommodation

There are special touches everywhere in each unit, that are designed to echo the stunning beauty of the views around you, especially the view you have of the moody, majestic Maluti Mountains from your unit.

Art is very much a part of the décor in what will become your special home away from home, with Clarens Eddies own art gallery on site as well.

Aside from what you’d expect from a self catering unit, such as a well-equipped kitchen and bathrooms sporting free toiletries, a little extra magic has been added with a fireplace and heating, for if and when you need it.

Whether you choose the unit that sleeps 6,4 or 2, you’ll find that there’s nothing tacky about anything at Clarens Eddies, and the staff is so caring that they’ll do all they can to make sure that you have a fantastic stay with them.

Clarens Eddies is about people who are locals willing to share all the best inside secrets. Whether its finding you the best out of 20 eateries, markets, art galleries, spas, historical sites, white water rafting, horse riding or, if you’d like, a ride in a hot air balloon.

The team will give you a list of 30 things to do in Clarens, and they’ll do all they can to help you make the most of it!

Book affordable accommodation at Clarens Eddies today!

Contact Dawn and her team today to book the most comfortable, stylish and affordable accommodation in Clarens! 

You won’t be bothered at all by load shedding, by the way, Dawn has made sure the lights will stay on and the water will keep running.