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Sandstone

About this place

The guest house is located on a 650ha farm with an apple orchard, nestled between the As River and sandstone hills. Some of the things to do with us are to walk through nature up the sandstone hills which gives a 360 degree view of the surrounding farms. If the walk looks too far, it is possible to wet a fly fishing line in the river that is full of trout or just to sit down at the river's banks and let the tranquility fill your mind. There are also some tracks that can be followed with a bicycle to explore the farm. If all these activities are too busy for you then bring your binoculars and look for our feathered friends like the turkey ibis, long crested eagle or the bare cheek falcon. In the evenings one falls asleep, not with the noise of cars but the silence of a farm.

Amenities

Daily housekeeping

Garden

Wifi

Horse riding

Free parking on premises

Iron

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Clarens
Free State
South Africa

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Availability

Any available room

2 rooms, sleeps 2 to 4

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November 2026

December 2026

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Where you'll sleep

Rooms sleep 2 to 4

Double Room

Double Room

Double, Queen or King · 2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom

A spacious self-catering room at Merino Guest Farm near Clarens with a double, queen, or king-size bed (some extra-long). Kitchenette, mountain-view balcony, en-suite shower, flat-screen TV with DStv, hairdryer, and free Wi-Fi. Access to communal boma and braai facilities.

R 900 a night
Family Room

Family Room

King + Singles · 4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bathroom

A roomy family-friendly self-catering room at Merino Guest Farm near Clarens. Multiple sleeping configurations, kitchenette, mountain views, en-suite shower, flat-screen TV with DStv, and free Wi-Fi. Access to communal boma and braai facilities.

R 1,400 a night

About Clarens

Clarens area

Clarens is the "Jewel of the Free State," an artist's village nestled in a sandstone valley near the Maluti Mountains. Known for its vibrant arts and crafts scene, excellent restaurants, and adventure activities including abseiling and white-water rafting. The surrounding Golden Gate Highlands National Park offers dramatic sandstone formations, San rock art, and hiking through spectacular mountain scenery.

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Location

R712

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Important information

Check-in and check-outIn 15:00 · Out 10:00

Check-in Time

15:00 - 18:00

Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.

Check-out Time

By 10:00

Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.

Cancellation and changes50% refund 30+ days

Refund schedule

  • 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
  • No refundwithin 30 days of check-in

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Pet policyNo pets

Pet policy

Pets are not allowed

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Before you book

Payment terms

Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation.

Cancellation PolicyStrict

  • 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
  • No refundwithin 30 days of check-in

Note: The 2.5% conservation contribution, payment processing fees, and any applicable referral commissions are non-refundable in the event of cancellation. Conservation contribution fees (2.5%) support conservation and community projects in the destinations you visit. Payment processing fees are absorbed by Spekboom for completed bookings, but cannot be recovered once a booking is cancelled. Referral commissions, where applicable, are paid to the referring party upon booking confirmation.

Payout Protection: Guest payments are held until the free cancellation window passes. This protects guests who cancel within their cancellation window and ensures hosts receive guaranteed payouts after the cancellation period ends.

House rules

Guests are expected to respect the house rules of each accommodation. These rules will be provided upon booking confirmation.

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 15:00 • Check-out by 10:00

Liability

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Merino Guest Farm located?

Merino Guest Farm is in Clarens, Free State, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Merino Guest Farm?

Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 10:00. Contact the host directly if you need to arrange early check-in or late check-out.

How many guests can Merino Guest Farm accommodate?

Double Room sleeps 2 and Family Room sleeps 4.

What causes does a booking at Merino Guest Farm support?

A portion of every booking at Merino Guest Farm contributes to Royal Drakensberg Education Trust. See the property's causes section for how the funds are used.

How do I book Merino Guest Farm?

Select your dates on the Merino Guest Farm property page and submit a booking request. The host confirms availability, then you pay securely through Spekboom to complete the reservation.

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