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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.


 

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Accommodation in and around Eastern Free State

Franshoek Mountain Lodge & Polo School    accommodation in Eastern Free State
"The Free State gladdens my heart, no matter what my mood. When I am here I feel that nothing can shut me in, that my thoughts can roam as far as the horizons." - Nelson MandelaFranshoek Mountain Lodge lies in a secluded valley in the heart... More

Shady Pines Guest House    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Loose yourself in an era gone by.... Equidistant from Durban, Johannesburg and Bloemfontein, this beautiful home is situated in spacious gardens with full views of Platberg. Seven spacious en-suite bedrooms are available plus two self-catering units ... More

Rosemary`s B&B    accommodation in Eastern Free State
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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

Nudawun & Love The Mist Houses    accommodation in Eastern Free State
self catering houses with garden... More

Amadudu Guest House    accommodation in Eastern Free State
At the foothills of the beautiful Platberg Mountain in Harrismith, the Jewel of the Free State, lies the realization of a shared dream - Amadudu Guesthouse. Established by a mother and daughter team, we stive to provide South-African hospitality and ... More

Cyara B&B    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Cyara - "Come Ye And Rest Awhile". Get away from the hussle and bussel of city life and find peace and tranquility just off the N3 highway, near Harrismith. We'd love you to join us for supper (home cooked meal with pudding - please boo... More

Strawcroft Cottage    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Strawcroft cottage is situated in a quiet corner of a farm at the top of van Reenen’s Pass just 9Km off the N3. It overlooks Nelson’s Kop mountain and the Tandjesberg with the Wilge river in the valley below. ... More

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

De Oude Huize Yard    accommodation in Eastern Free State
We offer three rooms on a dinner-bed-&-breakfast basis. The rooms are: 1. Generations and Tradisions 2. Wisdom and Folly 3. De Oude Huize Yard is part of a 150 historical house in Harrismith. We offer exceptional accommodation and our restaurant ... More

Yellow Wood Bush Camp    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Self catering rustic but comfortable tented camp that can only be reached on horseback or by foot, Yellowwood bush camp is nestled deep below Van Reenen’s Pass in the “lost valley” - one of the most remote locations in South Africa.... More

Llandaff Lodge    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Large 4 bedroom house on the edge of the escarpment. fireplace, DSTV. Bathrooms on suite... More

Oban Guest Farm    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Situated in a lush valley amongst rolling hills near the edge of the escarpment, Oban Guest Farm commands spectacular views of the mountains, while the 1700 m altitude provides an invigorating climate. Oban Guest Farm is located 5km from the town of ... More




Directory of accommodation in Eastern Free State