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De Ark Mountain Lodge

De Ark Mountain Lodge

B&B in Clarens, ClarensFree State

De Ark Mountain Lodge

B&B in Clarens, ClarensFree State
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Capacity 26
Children All ages
Rooms 9
Check in 14:00 to 18:00

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Check out 10:00
De Ark Mountain Lodge, with its breathtaking views onto the mountains and the picturesque village of Clarens, is the place of restoration for those in need of silence, nature and solitude. De Ark is located adjacent to the Golden Gate National Park, a 20 km drive from the entrance and a 7 km drive from Clarens town centre, with its vibrant village life.

The lodge consists of 9 chalets. Each chalet has its own fire pot, bar fridge, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and patio or balcony with sweeping views of the mountains. Please note that only the Deluxe Double Rooms have TVs.

A scrumptious English breakfast is served at the Main House.

The farm has some of the most beautiful landscapes which can be experienced when taking an early morning walk, or mountain bike ride among the zebras, black wildebeest, and blesbuck.
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De Ark Mountain Lodge, with its breathtaking views onto the mountains and the picturesque village of Clarens, is the place of restoration for those in need of silence, nature and solitude. De Ark is located adjacent to the Golden Gate National Park, a 20 km drive from the entrance and a 7 km drive from Clarens town centre, with its vibrant village life.

The lodge consists of 9 chalets. Each chalet has its own fire pot, bar fridge, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and patio or balcony with sweeping views of the mountains. Please note that only the Deluxe Double Rooms have TVs.

A scrumptious English breakfast is served at the Main House.

The farm has some of the most beautiful landscapes which can be experienced when taking an early morning walk, or mountain bike ride among the zebras, black wildebeest, and blesbuck.
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Features

Serviced Daily
Game Viewing
Free Wifi
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Reviews (115)

115 guests' feedback
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
9.2
Value for money
9
Service
9.4
Safety
9.4
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Map

De Ark Mountain Lodge, R712 Clarens district, Clarens, 9707, Free State
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Rooms

 4 Available

Standard Double Storey Chalets

  • Sleeps 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R 2 400
per night, for 2 ppl
 2 Available

Deluxe Double Rooms

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R 2 640
per night, for 2 ppl
 3 Available

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More than 1 month
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
More than 2 weeks
before check-in
25% deposit refunded
Less than 2 weeks
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Features
Serviced Daily
Game Viewing
Free Wifi
Facilities
  • No Smoking Indoors
  • Malaria Free
  • Serviced Daily
  • Free Wifi
  • WiFi
Activities Onsite
  • Bird Watching
  • Cycling
  • Game Viewing
  • Mountain Biking
Activities Nearby
  • Horse Riding
  • Fly Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Cycling
  • Game Viewing
  • Mountain Biking
Meal Types Offered
  • Breakfast
Parking Facilities
  • Secure Parking
  • Covered Parking
  • Off Street Parking
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Price Includes
Standard Double Storey Chalets
Rates displayed are on a bed and breakfast basis.
Deluxe Double Rooms
Rates displayed are on a bed and breakfast basis.
Single storey king rooms
Rates displayed are on a bed and breakfast basis.
Check-in/check-out details
Check-in: 14:00 to 18:00
Check-out: 10:00
House rules

The accommodation is accessible via a 4 km gravel road suitable for all cars except those with low clearance, and guests are advised to drive slowly.

For safety reasons, no pets are allowed due to the presence of wild animals on the game farm.

Personal gas or wood braais are not allowed on the farm.

Hiking is permitted on the farm; however, off-road driving, including 4 x 4s and motorbikes, is prohibited within the main camp to prevent soil erosion and disturbance to wildlife.

There is no swimming pool available onsite.

The lodge is not self-catering and does not offer lunches, dinners, or bar facilities. Each room includes tea and coffee stations, small bar fridges, cutlery, plates, and a microwave for light meal preparation.

Guests are welcome to use the communal braai area, but are required to inform the management of their preferred night of use. They must also provide their own wood, braai tongs, large bowls for meat and salad, and condiments. Wood is available for purchase onsite. The communal braai area must be vacated by 10 pm to respect other guests' tranquility.
 4 Available

Standard Double Storey Chalets

  • Sleeps 4 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R 2 400
per night, for 2 ppl
More room/unit pictures
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Description

The freestanding double-storey chalets are extremely popular with couples and families alike. With a thatch roof and attic bedroom, the unit is extremely charming. There is a double bed in the attic bedroom and two single beds downstairs. All linen is supplied and there are electric blankets for the colder winter months. The bathroom situated on the ground floor is fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. Due to not having separate bedrooms and having to share a bathroom, this unit is suited to either a couple or a family with young children. The suite has a private balcony with lovely views and a firepot is located on the ground floor. The chalet has a bar fridge and tea- and coffee-making facilities but please note it has no TV.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 4 Number of rooms: 2 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Area 1 Sleeps 2
2 x Single Bed / Three-Quarter Bed
Bathroom 1
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
Services
  • Room serviced daily
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Shower
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
Room Facilities
  • Down duvets
  • Electric blanket
  • Fireplace
Appliances
  • Microwave
Extras
  • Bar fridge
  • Tea and coffee tray
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a bed and breakfast basis.

House Rules


The accommodation is accessible via a 4 km gravel road suitable for all cars except those with low clearance, and guests are advised to drive slowly.

For safety reasons, no pets are allowed due to the presence of wild animals on the game farm.

Personal gas or wood braais are not allowed on the farm.

Hiking is permitted on the farm; however, off-road driving, including 4 x 4s and motorbikes, is prohibited within the main camp to prevent soil erosion and disturbance to wildlife.

There is no swimming pool available onsite.

The lodge is not self-catering and does not offer lunches, dinners, or bar facilities. Each room includes tea and coffee stations, small bar fridges, cutlery, plates, and a microwave for light meal preparation.

Guests are welcome to use the communal braai area, but are required to inform the management of their preferred night of use. They must also provide their own wood, braai tongs, large bowls for meat and salad, and condiments. Wood is available for purchase onsite. The communal braai area must be vacated by 10 pm to respect other guests' tranquility.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
More than 2 weeks
before check-in
25% deposit refunded
Less than 2 weeks
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

The freestanding double-storey chalets are extremely popular with couples and families alike. With a thatch roof and attic bedroom, the unit is extremely charming. There is a double bed in the attic bedroom and two single beds downstairs. All linen is supplied and there are electric blankets for the colder winter months. The bathroom situated on the ground floor is fitted with a shower, toilet and basin. Due to not having separate bedrooms and having to share a bathroom, this unit is suited to either a couple or a family with young children. The suite has a private balcony with lovely views and a firepot is located on the ground floor. The chalet has a bar fridge and tea- and coffee-making facilities but please note it has no TV.

 2 Available

Deluxe Double Rooms

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • Double Bed
From
R 2 640
per night, for 2 ppl
More room/unit pictures
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Description

These rooms offer privacy and beautiful views over the countryside and mountains. The rooms have a double bed with luxury linen and an en-suite bathroom with a shower-over-bath. It is also equipped with a flat-screen TV with DStv hotel package, a bar fridge and tea- and coffee-making facilities. Each room has its own private balcony with a table and chairs to enjoy the views and a fire pot in the bedroom for cooler nights.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 2 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x Double Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower fixed over bath, Bath, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Room serviced daily
  • Wireless internet
Bathroom
  • Bath
  • En suite
  • Shower
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
Room Facilities
  • Down duvets
  • Electric blanket
  • Fan
Extras
  • Bar fridge
  • Tea and coffee tray
Entertainment
  • Exclusive dstv
  • Tv
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a bed and breakfast basis.

House Rules


The accommodation is accessible via a 4 km gravel road suitable for all cars except those with low clearance, and guests are advised to drive slowly.

For safety reasons, no pets are allowed due to the presence of wild animals on the game farm.

Personal gas or wood braais are not allowed on the farm.

Hiking is permitted on the farm; however, off-road driving, including 4 x 4s and motorbikes, is prohibited within the main camp to prevent soil erosion and disturbance to wildlife.

There is no swimming pool available onsite.

The lodge is not self-catering and does not offer lunches, dinners, or bar facilities. Each room includes tea and coffee stations, small bar fridges, cutlery, plates, and a microwave for light meal preparation.

Guests are welcome to use the communal braai area, but are required to inform the management of their preferred night of use. They must also provide their own wood, braai tongs, large bowls for meat and salad, and condiments. Wood is available for purchase onsite. The communal braai area must be vacated by 10 pm to respect other guests' tranquility.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
More than 2 weeks
before check-in
25% deposit refunded
Less than 2 weeks
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

These rooms offer privacy and beautiful views over the countryside and mountains. The rooms have a double bed with luxury linen and an en-suite bathroom with a shower-over-bath. It is also equipped with a flat-screen TV with DStv hotel package, a bar fridge and tea- and coffee-making facilities. Each room has its own private balcony with a table and chairs to enjoy the views and a fire pot in the bedroom for cooler nights.

 3 Available

Single storey king rooms

  • Sleeps 2 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Free Standing Unit
  • King-size bed
From
R 2 640
per night, for 2 ppl
More room/unit pictures
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Description

These large chalets are situated a quick drive away from the main lodge. These chalets do not have thatch roofs. The chalet has a large bedroom with a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. This chalet is perfect for couples looking for peace and quiet. The chalet has a private balcony with lovely views and a firepot on the ground floor. Other facilities include a bar fridge, microwave and tea- and coffee-making facilities but please note it has no TV.

Room Arrangements
Capacity: 2 Number of rooms: 1 Number of bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1 Sleeps 2
1 x King Bed
Bathroom 1 En-suite
Shower, Toilet
Rates
About This Room
  • Non smoking
  • Patio
  • Private entrance
Services
  • Room serviced daily
  • Wireless internet
Bathroom
  • En suite
  • Separate toilet
  • Shower
  • Soaps
  • Toiletries
Room Facilities
  • Down duvets
  • Fan
  • Fireplace
Appliances
  • Microwave
Extras
  • Bar fridge
  • Tea and coffee tray
Price Includes

Rates displayed are on a bed and breakfast basis.

House Rules


The accommodation is accessible via a 4 km gravel road suitable for all cars except those with low clearance, and guests are advised to drive slowly.

For safety reasons, no pets are allowed due to the presence of wild animals on the game farm.

Personal gas or wood braais are not allowed on the farm.

Hiking is permitted on the farm; however, off-road driving, including 4 x 4s and motorbikes, is prohibited within the main camp to prevent soil erosion and disturbance to wildlife.

There is no swimming pool available onsite.

The lodge is not self-catering and does not offer lunches, dinners, or bar facilities. Each room includes tea and coffee stations, small bar fridges, cutlery, plates, and a microwave for light meal preparation.

Guests are welcome to use the communal braai area, but are required to inform the management of their preferred night of use. They must also provide their own wood, braai tongs, large bowls for meat and salad, and condiments. Wood is available for purchase onsite. The communal braai area must be vacated by 10 pm to respect other guests' tranquility.

Cancellation policy
More than 1 month
before check-in
50% deposit refunded
More than 2 weeks
before check-in
25% deposit refunded
Less than 2 weeks
before check-in
0% deposit refunded
Description

These large chalets are situated a quick drive away from the main lodge. These chalets do not have thatch roofs. The chalet has a large bedroom with a king-size bed and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. This chalet is perfect for couples looking for peace and quiet. The chalet has a private balcony with lovely views and a firepot on the ground floor. Other facilities include a bar fridge, microwave and tea- and coffee-making facilities but please note it has no TV.

De Ark Mountain Lodge, with its breathtaking views onto the mountains and the picturesque village of Clarens, is the place of restoration for those in need of silence, nature and solitude. De Ark is located adjacent to the Golden Gate National Park, a 20 km drive from the entrance and a 7 km drive from Clarens town centre, with its vibrant village life.

The lodge consists of 9 chalets. Each chalet has its own fire pot, bar fridge, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and patio or balcony with sweeping views of the mountains. Please note that only the Deluxe Double Rooms have TVs.

A scrumptious English breakfast is served at the Main House.

The farm has some of the most beautiful landscapes which can be experienced when taking an early morning walk, or mountain bike ride among the zebras, black wildebeest, and blesbuck.
This place is highly rated!
This place is highly rated!
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