Castle in Clarens

Castle In Clarens is situated in the picturesque town of Clarens in the Eastern Free State, approximately three hours drive from Johannesburg, Durban and Bloemfontein. The Red Mountain Range as well as the Maluti Mountains surrounds Clarens, making the town an artist's paradise. Meander through the 17 art galleries and explore the quaint, intimate restaurants and bars in the area. More energetic guests may put their various talents and endurance to the test with a number of activities that are available ranging from horse riding, hiking, fly-fishing, abseiling and much more.

At Rapunzels Tower you will have the entire castle at your disposal, where you will be treated like royalty. Your eyes can feast on the dcor and object de art that was carefully hand-picked from all over the world to tantalize the senses. Cornerstones from Windsor Castle, tapestries from Dubai, light fittings from America, and tiles from Europe all contribute to an unbelievable experience. Guests are treated to a spectacular view of Mount Horeb and, in the evening, the lights of Clarens look like stars that have fallen to the valley below. The garden is especially designed to fit in with the Rapunzel fairytale, with thorn trees, small pathways and, of course, a vegetable garden.

The lounge contains an impressive and very dramatic fireplace adorned with cherubs in an antique gold finish. The size of the fireplace will ensure that even the coldest Clarens night is comfortable, cosy and warm. In addition, the lounge is equipped with a small library and games to provide entertainment during those long, lazy days.

The reason why the kitchen is so well equipped can be found in the fairytale. With all those wonderful herbs and exotic flowers at her disposal, Dame Gothel surely could cook up a storm. Inside the gothic-style cupboards, you will find everything from a garlic press to waterless stainless steel pots to ensure that every meal is a masterpiece. The castle is serviced daily and breakfast is available at an additional charge and can be delivered to your door.

The Chamber of Angels was specifically designed for guests to enjoy the heavenly views while preparing a sizzling barbecue . Surrounded by various angels dating back to the Gothic era and guarded by the Angel of the Sky, guests are invited to relax in the plush patio furniture provided.

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Reviews

"Beautiful Fairytale experience!"

04 May 2021

"It's a must do if you're in the Clarens area. Stunning setup with amazing detail. Friendly people & great food - overall fantastic experience."
"Great accommodation."

14 August 2020

"Fine detail and original. Perfect."
"1 night stay"

29 November 2018

"Really fantastic experience!"
"Over Rated"

20 November 2018

"Very disappointed. Needs TLC. Owner and Host very Rude."
"It was a fairytale come true!"

04 October 2018

"It was our 26th wedding anniversary and we could not pick a better place to celebrate it. We had a exceptional 3 days. The castle is a very special place and you feel like a real Prince and Princess.It has more than what you need for a romantic getaway. We have been many places and we have already put this accommodation on top of our list. You can not capture the beauty and creativity of this castle in a photo. The view from the Castle is fantastic. To experience this fairy tale you have to visit the castle in Clarens."
"Memorable"

25 July 2018

"Yes , memorable stay. Thanks"
"View just love it"

17 July 2018

"Everything was just perfect just keep on doing what you are doing was a great stay food was great, staff friendly loved it. Thank you for the opportunity to have stayed at your wonderful fairytale Castle, enjoyed the stay very clean, friendly staff and wonderful food, will come back for another visit.<br/>****************************************************"
"The whole experience was very special"

25 June 2018

"The venue took our breaths away from the minute we walked through the door. Our girls absolutely loved it and investigated every little corner of the castle and the grounds. The food is highly recommended. We were there in the middle of winter and did not even feel it at night - the beds are warm and fairly comfortable. Thank you for sharing the dream."
"The magical experience of living in a castle for a weekend"

10 June 2018

"An out of the ordinary fantasy get away. Terrific views, especially of sunset from the bench at Sunset Corner. Great concept that has been perfectly executed. And the food was excellent."
"The quiet"

30 May 2018

"Loved everything. Even the creepy doll ."
"Best self catering accommodation in South Africa"

06 April 2018

"Stunning views. Tannie Wimpie's food the best south of the equator. The fantasy of staying in a castle came true!"
"Cool place"

10 August 2017

"Very nice place to stay, enjoyed it a lot!"
"the out of worlde decor,warm comfortable beds and the catering"

29 May 2017

"no room for improvement here,All was perfection,the ambience of the surroundings,the castle location,the furnishings,the nooks and crannies for breakfast and dinner ,well the kids and I were blown away."
"A magical Experience"

11 January 2017

"With 3 daughters(15,12 & 4 ) the Castle was an amazing escape from reality. The solitude and breathtaking views made the "sunset corner" our favourite reading spot. The attention to detail left our 4 yr old in awe and with an energy rush that parents could only sit back and smile at. Thank you for the experience, we would definately recommend it to others."
"Fairytale stay"

07 January 2017

"We loved our stay in the castle. Everything was as decribed."
"Fansical Stay in Clarens"

05 May 2014

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stayed at The Castle in Clarens, Rapunzel's fantasy all the way. Attention to detail is delightful. I do think guests should be made aware of the condition of the 4km dirt road before arriving at this fantasy getaway, as care needs to be taken in what vehicle to be driving."
"A fairy tale in Clarens"

14 April 2014

"Loved loved it! The hosts are kind and go out of their way to assist. The sunset in the tower is breathtaking and dinner with candle light was an absolute fairy tale"
"Castle in Clarens"

24 June 2013

"Baie mooi plek en ons het dit baie geniet. Sal dit beslis aanbeveel vir ons vriende en sal graag weer hier kom bly."
"Enjoyed it"

16 February 2013

"We enjoyed our stay very much. It's beautiful and the decor inside the castle is wonderful."