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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

Lavender Hill Country Estate    accommodation in Eastern Free State
We offer 10 individually themed rooms, all with airconditioning, electric blanket, dstv, ensuite bath and shower, king size beds, towels, emunities and coffee and tee fascilities.  Heated swimming pool available.   Our conference fasci... More

My Housy Guest House - Ladybrand    accommodation in Eastern Free State
My Housy Bed and Breakfast is dedicated to promote Ladybrand as a booming town with lots of tourist attractions. For our overseas travelers: Bloemfontein is the Capital City of the Free State, and in the center if you look at a map of South Africa. B... More

Kukuzans Lodge    accommodation in Eastern Free State
We provide the finest quality hunting and wing shooting in Southern Africa. Our safaris are conducted in the warm fashion South Africans are famous for.Our personalized services include; Big game hunting (Big 5 or Dangerous 6), Plainsgame and Bird... More

The Royal Terrace Guest Lodge    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Are you looking for a real classical experience? 30 Km from Clarens and Golden Gate. The Royal Terrace Guest Lodge is a new four star Guest Lodge situated in central Bethlehem in the heart of the Free State. The old sandstone buil... More

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

Fisant, Bokmakierie & Hoephoep    accommodation in Eastern Free State
Listen to the distinctive call of the Bokmakierie as it echoes through the crisp, clean air. Atmospere, attention to detail and personal service make Fisant, Bokmakierie and Hoephoep Guest House very specia... More

The Loft    accommodation in Eastern Free State
The Loft Guest Lodge is conveniently situated in beautiful Bethlehem. We have easy access to all amenities. The lodge caters especially for the traveller, whether business or pleasure, striving towards a quality of service and comfort for the most... More

Die Nes Guest House    accommodation in Eastern Free State
The tantalising aroma of freshly baked muffins greets you on arrival at Die Nes, it's part of their way of saying welcome to the Eastern Free State! In this warm, friendly atmosphere Die Nes offers a home for weary travellers. A little oasis h... 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

Patcham Place    accommodation in Eastern Free State
We offer quality bed and breakfast or self-catering accommodation. A comfortable three hour drive from central Johannesburg or four hours from Durban and just ten minutes from the lovely Golden Gate National Park... Patcham Place is situated in the... More




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