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Francisco Farm
Clarens
9707
Free State
021 344 2440
14:00-18:00
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Francisco Guesthouse & Villa Clarens
Francisco Guesthouse & Villa Clarens
Francisco Guesthouse & Villa Clarens
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Accommodation in the guest house comprises 6 units that can accommodate up to 12 guests. Each unit features an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. The communal farm-style kitchen is spacious and equipped with a microwave and stove. Guests have access to indoor braai facilities as well as a lounge area.
The Villa unit is a comfortable and peaceful house and features 1 bedroom, a bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin, a kitchenette and an open-plan living area. The kitchenette is fitted with a microwave and fridge. Outside, there is small braai facility on the patio.
Please note there is not a TV in these units.
Francisco Guesthouse & Villa has an electric fence around the property. Secure parking is also available for your peace of mind. We regret, pets are not allowed. Please note the water pressure is low during loadshedding. Plan your showers accordingly.
Accommodation in the guest house comprises 6 units that can accommodate up to 12 guests. Each unit features an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. The communal farm-style kitchen is spacious and equipped with a microwave and stove. Guests have access to indoor braai facilities as well as a lounge area.
The Villa unit is a comfortable and peaceful house and features 1 bedroom, a bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin, a kitchenette and an open-plan living area. The kitchenette is fitted with a microwave and fridge. Outside, there is small braai facility on the patio.
Please note there is not a TV in these units.
Francisco Guesthouse & Villa has an electric fence around the property. Secure parking is also available for your peace of mind. We regret, pets are not allowed. Please note the water pressure is low during loadshedding. Plan your showers accordingly.
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70 guests' feedbackWe initially wanted to sleep only on Friday and Saturday night, but then decided on the impulse to sleep on Thursday night as well. The unit was neat and clean. We had everything we needed. Francisco Villa is perfect if you want to be close to Clarens, but the flood of tourists over a weekend makes you anxious. Only 6 km from Clarens, just the plains, mountains and a few goats. It was perfect for us.
The hosts were very accomodating. We had a good time. The house is very neat.
Lovely, clean, tidy.
We enjoyed it so much, the house has an old farm house feel and the owners are very lovely and very helpful.
Comfortable for a night or two.
What an amazing experience.
We were here about 5 years ago, and there was no other choice but to book here again this year. It's very neat! And everything you need! In the cold weather we slept very nice and warm!
What a beautiful and cozy place. We had a good time, with a crackling fire, on the stoep that evening. The hostess was very nice and immediately made us feel at home. We would like to visit the place again. Quiet and away from the noise. Keep up your good service.
We had a wonderful stay! A cute, neat getaway with everything you need and friendly, hospitable service. We will definitely visit again.
It was pleasant, nice and will surely recommend the place to everyone.
They are helpful, very hospitable and it feels like family. It's pretty neat and clean. Put a lot of effort into receiving guests. Definitely recommend.
I cannot recommend this place enough - the rooms as great sizes, each ensuite, the gardens are immaculate with an abundance of wildlife seen just next door, and the host, Grietjie - she is too wonderful for words, so kind, accommodating (allowed for early check-in) and gave us the best suggestions of places to go. The amount of thoughtfulness invested in this place, from having a games cupboard to leaving fresh fruit and rusks for guests. We will certainly be returning!
Attention to detail. Biscuits, fresh milk and an Easter egg for each of us, fresh cosmos flowers to welcome us. So quiet and peaceful, really enjoyed our weekend. Thank you Grietjie.
Beautiful location just outside Clarens. Electric fencing. Five bedrooms, all with bathroom and shower. Lovely farm visit.
The place is very nice and relaxed. A relaxed home away from home. It would be nice if there was charcoal added to the wood basket, and to check if the guests are in need of transport to the shopping centre for convenience.
Everything was beautiful and everyone was friendly and very calm.
Grietjie needs to put something in place for loadshedding! The water supply works through a pump so during loadshedding the water pressure is virtually nonexistent.
Incredibly nice place for a group of 6 to 10 people.
Grietjie received us very kindly and we really enjoyed the farm atmosphere. My grandchildren were very excited when they saw the nyalas. We really enjoyed our time there and will definitely go there again.
Thank you very much for the good caring service.
The guest house and villa were exactly as advertised, very clean, beautiful house, very welcoming and nice owner. This will be my first choice always when visiting Clarens.
See stars.
From the arrival and welcome to the greeting at the end was a very pleasant experience. Will definitely use Francisco Guesthouse & Villa Clarens again on our next visit.
We enjoyed a lovely weekend, the villa is tidy and very well equipped. Secure parking and the surroundings ensure peace of mind for anyone who wants to fully enjoy their time in Clarens.
Our hostess called us and recommended the safest way. On the way she called again to hear how we were progressing and to give further directions. Arriving there, we were surprised to see a Nyala herd next to the house's fence. The cottage we stayed in was perfect! Bedroom, and open-plan kitchen-living room. Neat, clean and fully equipped. Beautiful thick grass carpet to the front and securely fenced with electric fencing. A real gem.
We had a wonderful time relaxing, hanging out and staying so nice. Perfect location with the tranquility of the farm but also the convenience and enjoyment of Clarens and Golden Gate. Thanks to Grietjie for the warm welcome, pampering and hospitality. We look forward to your next visit.
I rate Francisco Guesthouse the best guesthouse in Clarens! They easily accommodate large groups, however, if you are a just two people it offers you enough privacy while still being able to enjoy what Francisco has to offer. The location is only 10 minutes drive from Clarens central. All the rooms are spacious and the interior is immaculate. The kitchen and open plan sitting room is the heart of the guesthouse. Making it a wonderful place to spend quality time with family and friends. The fully equipped kitchen means only have to bring your food and not worry about anything else. The gardens and entire property is beautiful and well- kept. Another feature is that it is so safe. A big thank you to the owner of the guesthouse, Tannie Grietjie. She made our stay comfortable, catered to all our needs and went above and beyond. I would recommend Francisco Guesthouse to anyone- you will not be disappointed.
We had a wonderful stay. It was beautiful, clean and we were received so kindly. We will definitely come back to Francisco Villa.
The lovely little place surrounded by natural beauty is very modernly furnished and has everything you need for a long weekend break. The bed is very comfortable with fluffy bedding to keep you warm in Clarens' cool weather. The bathroom is clean and tidy. Any minimalist's dream!
Hostess very caring and kept regular contact with us to ensure that we are satisfied and comfortable.
The place was incredibly neat and clean, the country feeling is perfect to end well!
Francisco Guesthouse is ideal for a quiet, relaxing visit. Neat place just outside Clarens where the owner carries you on his hands and the beautiful garden and nature view is special.
Had a lovely stay. Bed and bedding were good. If there is what is needed. Do have the soap etc. missed on the sink. Quiet and safe place to stay out of town.
Unfortunately, there is a mouse/rat or a small rodent that scurried all night and chewed on something tasty in the roof right above the bedroom. Kept us up a bit. Other than that it was very pleasant.
The Villa is very tidy, safe, modern and quiet, would easily return for a future visit.
We were also here years ago and the accommodation has only improved.
The farmstead did not just receive a guest house nameplate on the gate, the farmstead was, in its entirety, transformed into a guest house. It makes the stay, whether you are one group of 10 or 5 groups of 2 each, just a pleasure. The electric fence provides peace of mind for the people who don't necessarily want to sleep in the middle of the tourist mecca that Clarens has become, and instead want to enjoy a farm break. We really had the best of both worlds.
Beautiful house with good facilities. Barbecue/fireplace is a winner. Will definitely come again. Owner very helpful and hospitable.
We were a group of motorbikes touring Lesotho and what a fantastic place to stay. Everything was clean, neat and whole and our hostess, Grietjie, received us warmly. Because Francisco is a short distance from Clarens, it is nice and quiet, but close enough to go shopping.
We only stayed there for one night. We were warmly welcomed by Grietjie and immediately felt at home. The unit we stayed in was very neat and clean. It is very peaceful and quiet on the farm and we also felt safe.
Friendly owners, comfortable rooms and the kitchen braai and social area is a winner! Will come back again.
You really get value for money, clean, safe, everything you need for a break from the city.
For a group of friends it would be a perfect getaway with clean and tidy rooms and a central kitchen/lounge/barbecue area. Nice and quiet in nature.
Aunt Grietjie was very kind and arranged a vehicle for us to drive to town. Thank you very much.
See stars.
Will go back again and again when I'm in that part of Clarens. Amazing hospitality, warm welcoming and the most beautiful Villa.
We were pleasantly surprised with the excellent guesthouse. The rooms were beautiful and we had a warm good night's rest in the cold Clarens. Thank you to Grietjie and Hardus for the hospitality.
Consider leaving the alarm pin in the house. The fence alarm that goes off all the time is not nice at all.
Very nice, neat home and area close to Clarens and GoldenGate. The hostess delivered a perfect service.
Grietjie is a wonderful hostess. The villa is a neat place to spend the night with a nice view. We were welcomed with a biltong snack and fresh apples from the farm's orchard.
We enjoyed a lovely visit and rest weekend in the most beautiful surroundings. The hospitality was unbeatable and so many little extras make you feel special. Good old genuine hospitality. Accommodation was well looked after, all needs were thought of.
Peaceful, affordable and clean! Just what we needed and we really enjoyed our stay.
The whole trip was awesome.
Francisco Guest House was truly a cozy home away from home. As they say in English: "your home away from home". Grietjie is an incredibly friendly hostess who made sure everything was in place for us. The guest house has a lovely farmhouse feel where you can stay comfortably together in one house and can visit around the dining room table with a lovely indoor barbecue/fireplace. The location is also excellent, with only 6 km from town you feel remote and peaceful, but it's not too far to go to town either.
Grietjie immediately made us feel at home. This is the first time we have stayed outside of Clarens and I have already booked with Francisco again for our next trip. This time I take family and friends with me.
I can recommend the guest house if you want to enjoy peace and quiet. There is an electric fence and we felt safe. We stayed in the villa and it was very tastefully decorated. We just made new friends with Grietjie and Hardus. The time there was just too short. We plan to have our family gathering there.
Wonderful hostess. House was unbelievably neat and well-furnished. We had a very enjoyable visit and stay.
Very cosy with lots of extra touches that made our sleepover a very pleasant one. The owners were lovely and went out of their way to give us very useful travel tips which made the rest of our journey very interesting. Would love to have stayed for more than just one night.
Had a nice time, warm bed in the cold winter!
We were two families staying over for the night and were pleasantly surprised by how beautiful this farmhouse is. Especially the furniture is stunning, and the unit was clean and neat. The hostess treated us to an excellent Marmite tart! The environment is beautiful as well and we'd love to stay here again. Francisco is an unforgettable destination!
Beautiful renovated farmhouse, fully equipped. We were generously received, and Grietjie even baked us a cake! We enjoyed the quiet and peacefulness, and will definitely go back.
Really surprised with the neat and golden reception. Very well laid out and location offers a golden opportunity for quiet traffic. Luckily there were other visitors, especially the two ladies who provided good company otherwise it would have been extremely quiet for a solo traveller.
Definitely recommended to colleagues. Small gem in the area.
Will always come back here again. Beautiful quiet safe with everything needed. Owner spoiled us so much.
It was an excellent experience at Francisco's place. The most delicious cookies and OBS for the cold were waiting for us and extra effort was made because it was a birthday weekend. The place was neat and clean and so beautiful. Will definitely use this accommodation again in the future.
Grietjie is a wonderful person. She went out of her way for us. She was very welcoming and even baked us a cake when we got there. We immediately felt at home. It felt like we were at home. Had a great sleep and had a good time! Francisco Guesthouse we will see again for sure. Well done!
The best I have experienced in a long time!
The service and hospitality at Francisco Guesthouse was top notch. The neat, delicious old farmhouse has a character of its own with an indoor barbecue that invites you to hang out in the evening. The rooms are beautiful and very comfortable. We had a great time and would love to go back again.
Thanks to Grietjie and Hardus. We really enjoyed the stay at Fransico Gastehuis. Lovely and peaceful.
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Minimum booking is 6 people over a weekend or a booking value of at least R2 340.00. For 6 people, we also close the bookings to other guests. Then you can be sure to have the house only for you and your friends or family. Over long weekends the house must be booked for 10 people over the thred days.There is a cleaning service from 09:00 am - 12:00 at an additional charge of R100. Only available on request.
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Room 1 can accommodate 2 guests. It features a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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Room 1 can accommodate 2 guests. It features a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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Room 2 can accommodate 2 guests. It features a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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Room 2 can accommodate 2 guests. It features a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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Room 3 can accommodate 2 guests. It features 2 single beds and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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There is a cleaning service from 09:00 am - 12:00 at an additional charge of R100. Only available on request.
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Room 3 can accommodate 2 guests. It features 2 single beds and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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Room 4 can accommodate 2 guests. It features a queen size bed and en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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Minimum booking is 6 people over a weekend or a booking value of at least R2 340.00. For 6 people, we also close the bookings to other guests. Then you can be sure to have the house only for you and your friends or family. Over long weekends the house must be booked for 10 people over the thred days.
There is a cleaning service from 09:00 am - 12:00 at an additional charge of R100. Only available on request.
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Room 4 can accommodate 2 guests. It features a queen size bed and en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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Room 5 can accommodate 2 guests. It features 2 single beds and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
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Minimum booking is 6 people over a weekend or a booking value of at least R2 340.00. For 6 people, we also close the bookings to other guests. Then you can be sure to have the house only for you and your friends or family. Over long weekends the house must be booked for 10 people over the thred days.
There is a cleaning service from 09:00 am - 12:00 at an additional charge of R100. Only available on request.
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Room 5 can accommodate 2 guests. It features 2 single beds and an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. Linen and towels are provided. In-room amenities include an electric blanket, heater, hairdryer, wardrobe, and dressing table.
Francisco Villa
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The Villa can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child 12 years and under. The price depends on total of guests. It features a bedroom fitted with a queen-size bed and a sleeper couch in living area. One bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin, and an open-plan living area. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge and microwave. Outside, guests have access to a small braai area on the verandah. Please note that the unit does not have a TV. Not pet friendly. Has an Electric fence and remote for the gate.
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Minimum booking is 6 people over a weekend or a booking value of at least R2 340.00. For 6 people, we also close the bookings to other guests. Then you can be sure to have the house only for you and your friends or family. Over long weekends the house must be booked for 10 people over the thred days.
There is a cleaning service from 09:00 am - 12:00 at an additional charge of R100. Only available on request.
Cancellation policy
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Description
The Villa can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child 12 years and under. The price depends on total of guests. It features a bedroom fitted with a queen-size bed and a sleeper couch in living area. One bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin, and an open-plan living area. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge and microwave. Outside, guests have access to a small braai area on the verandah. Please note that the unit does not have a TV. Not pet friendly. Has an Electric fence and remote for the gate.
Accommodation in the guest house comprises 6 units that can accommodate up to 12 guests. Each unit features an en-suite bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin. The communal farm-style kitchen is spacious and equipped with a microwave and stove. Guests have access to indoor braai facilities as well as a lounge area.
The Villa unit is a comfortable and peaceful house and features 1 bedroom, a bathroom that is fitted with a shower, toilet, and basin, a kitchenette and an open-plan living area. The kitchenette is fitted with a microwave and fridge. Outside, there is small braai facility on the patio.
Please note there is not a TV in these units.
Francisco Guesthouse & Villa has an electric fence around the property. Secure parking is also available for your peace of mind. We regret, pets are not allowed. Please note the water pressure is low during loadshedding. Plan your showers accordingly.
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