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The French Cottage

Holiday home

491 Villiers Street

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Why people book this hotel

Great location
9 mentions

Delightful cottage - ideal location, very well equipped & so comfortable, beauti…

Great location- close to the town but also some great hiking trails straight fro…

Comfortable rooms
8 mentions

The location, the accommodation the beautiful waterfall and cave gives you a fee…

Everything we needed was provided, making our experience comfortable and enjoyab…

Clean rooms
3 mentions

Garden is neat and very quiet

Very clean and everything we needed

Friendly staff
3 mentions

Hosted by the lovely Julia & Josh

Friendly, attentive host in Julia

Overview

Set in Clarens in the Free State Region, The French Cottage is a short drive from Clarens Golf Estate and town centre. The French Cottage offers 3 bedrooms. The kitchen and living area are upstairs and accessed by an external staircase. Towels and bed linen are provided at The French Cottage. Other facilities at The French Cottage include a barbecue. The bathroom is fitted with a corner bath. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including golfing and hiking. Golden Gate Highlands National Park is 22 km away.

Traveller reviews

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Tamer

family_with_children

January 18, 2026

9

Clarens heaven

Everything actually it’s like a heaven on earth

K

Kriek

couple

December 29, 2025

10

Very peaceful.

T

Terrence

extended_group

October 30, 2025

10

The cottage and the gardens leading up to the cliff face with a waterfall are all magical.

T

Thunicia

family_with_children

October 26, 2025

10

A most splendid short break in Clarens

Delightful cottage - ideal location, very well equipped & so comfortable, beautiful gardens to relax in, extensive birdlife, & a treat to meet Millie & Goose & Poppy-Cat. Hosted by the lovely Julia & Josh. A luxurious time - will be back.

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Willem Carel

family_with_children

October 12, 2025

9

Fantastic stay. Hidden gem.

B

Bronwyn

family_with_children

October 7, 2025

9

Magical place to stay with incredible views and lots to do in the area - we will definitely be back!

Great location- close to the town but also some great hiking trails straight from the accommodation The cottage was neat and comfortable with everything you needed from fully kitted kitchen to extra blankets and indoor fire to keep you warm and cozy. Plenty of wood provided for indoor and outdoor fires which is great.

R

Richard

family_with_children

October 5, 2025

10

Very Comfortable

E

Evi

extended_group

July 18, 2025

10

Want to keep this gem a secret

What a beautiful place. Out of this world. Felt like I was in France.

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Wynand

family_with_children

July 6, 2025

10

Excellent

Wonderful

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NICOLA

family_with_children

June 1, 2025

10

Amazing

The location, the accommodation the beautiful waterfall and cave gives you a feeling that you could be anywhere in the world The attention to detail as I am a linen snob , the beds were super comfortable warm and the linen exceptional, the owners have thought of everything to ensure you enjoy yourselves and unplug from with world. Our stay was too short but will be back to really recharge our batteries Thank you Jules

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Trish Gibbon

extended_group

April 12, 2025

8

Wonderful setting and a thoroughly charming cottage. We had everything we needed.

It was very muddy and wet when we arrived and we had difficulty getting into the property

K

Karlien

family_with_children

April 6, 2025

10

Wonderful stay at the French Cottage

We had a wonderful stay at the French Cottages. Everything we needed was provided, making our experience comfortable and enjoyable. The small fireplace added a charming touch, and we loved the ground coffee left for us. The cottage was well-equipped for the cold nights, with warm blankets that kept us cozy. We also took advantage of the nearby attractions, enjoying the short walk to the cave and the river walk. The spacious and cozy setup of the cottage made our stay even more delightful. Thank you, Julia, for providing such a fantastic retreat.

A

Angela

extended_group

February 28, 2025

8

Delightful. Friendly owners. Beautiful setting. Lovely 5 minute walk from town.

Pretty little cottage nestling against the sandstone crags and Clarens Nature Reserve. Sweet bedrooms. Delightful grounds. A very happy little spot to call home for the night.

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Lynne' du Plessis

family_with_children

February 10, 2025

9

Beautiful cottage and close to nature.

A

Asanda

family_with_children

January 5, 2025

8

A beautiful experience. You have to be bold person to stay there though.

The best place to go if you want to be out of everything noisy. I could easily be with my family while still having time to self. You don’t even need to go anywhere really, especially if you come prepared.

D

Des

family_with_children

December 22, 2024

10

Beautiful, peaceful location very well located

Beautiful, peaceful location very well located. Friendly, attentive host in Julia.

J

Janette

family_with_children

December 18, 2024

10

Delightful accommodation in a perfect setting

Set against the mountain, The French Cottage had a perfect location. It was quiet and secluded- the only noise coming from the rich bird life. One of the Clarens Conservancy Trails started and ended right outside the property. The kitchen was well equipped and the beds comfortable. The Cottage had a lovely atmosphere!

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Natalie

extended_group

November 25, 2024

9

Magical Getaway

just loved the ambience and setting 😍 beautiful historical building set against the backdrop of the sandstone cliffs and stunning walkways. A magical stay.

E

Elmarie

couple

November 21, 2024

10

Amazing and I will definately visit again.

The French Cottage is the most beautiful cottage. The location is absolutely amazing and the surroundings very nice. Garden is neat and very quiet. A must to visit.

B

Botha

family_with_children

October 29, 2024

9

Very comfortable beds and beautiful linen. Very clean and everything we needed. Superb surroundings. We walked every day to the mountain and into town. Very good experience. Julia, our host, was always friendly and offered her assistance and help if needed. We could braai every evening. Rooms are big and bathrooms have a bath and a shower. We can recommend the French Cottage for excellent accommodation.

Facilities

Activities

Tennis court, Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Hiking, Horse riding, Mini golf

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Food & Drink

Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

General

Non-smoking throughout, Non-smoking rooms, Heating

Internet

Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace, Garden, BBQ facilities

Physical distancing

Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Safety features

Thermometers for guests provided by property, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available

Services

Shared lounge/TV area

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 20:00
Check-outFrom 06:00 until 10:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPayment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Please inform 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. Managed by a private host
Last updated: Apr 12, 2024, 5:58 AM

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