Best Getaways 
Saints Rest
Saints Rest is a newly built 4 bedroom house with a wonderful open plan living area which is perfect for entertainment and festive mealtimes. The bedrooms are big and the linen of top quality. The beds are all extra length and can be King size or separated into 2 twin beds. Clarens is renowned for its art scene and the town hosts many art galleries, as well as restaurants and unique shops, all scattered around the villages' central square. Clarens also has spectacular horse riding, hiking trails and mountain biking. Throughout the year and especially during the autumnal months, the magnificent scenery of Clarens attracts many artists and photographers looking to capture the transformation of the terrain from verdant summer greens to luxurious rich shades of gold.
Area Info
Clarens is nicknamed the "Jewel of the Eastern Free State". It was established in 1912 and named after the town of Clarens in Switzerland where exiled Paul Kruger spent his last days. It has picturesque mountains surrounding it and the village is utterly charming. It is situated 336 km from Johannesburg, 284 km from Bloemfontein, 389 km from Durban.
Mushroom Rock is a highlight of Clarens and you are able to walk on St Fort farm and take an easy hike up to the rock where the views are spectacular. It is not a strenuous hike, although there are longer and more challenging hikes if you want them.
