The original Cottage is one of the oldest buildings in Clarens, dating back to the 1900s. The property has incredible views of the Red and Maluti Mountains and a view of Golden Gate in the distance.
Gentle Presence Cottages offers self-catering accommodation in two distinct cottages: the Heritage Cottage and the Garden Cottage. These cottages are separate from each other, each with its own entrance, parking behind gates, patio areas for outdoor dining or entertainment, and braai/firepits.
Gentle Presence Cottage 1, Heritage Cottage, sleeps 6 guests. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-plan living area with a queen-size sleeper couch and a Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube or the option to use your own credentials for DStv streaming. The fully equipped kitchen includes a fridge, stove with oven, microwave, and more. The beautiful patio is perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature queen-size beds and en-suite bathrooms with a shower-over-bath. Rooms have access to a balcony with views of the garden and mountains.
Gentle Presence Cottage 2, Garden Cottage, sleeps 2 guests. This modern open-plan cottage includes a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, and a portable 2-plate stove. It is tastefully decorated and has an en-suite bathroom with a toilet and shower. The Smart TV allows guests to enjoy Netflix and YouTube and stream DStv using their own sign-in credentials.
Guests can explore and enjoy the shared garden on the property. The owners live on the premises.
Gentle Presence Cottages is located 300 m from the town square where there are many restaurants, coffee shops, shops, and art galleries. Clarens Golf Estate is less than 3 km away, the Golden Gate National Park is about 25 km away and the Fouriesburg border post to Lesotho is only a 30-minute drive away. Remember, a passport is required to enter Lesotho.
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Gentle Presence Cottages offers self-catering accommodation in two distinct cottages: the Heritage Cottage and the Garden Cottage. These cottages are separate from each other, each with its own entrance, parking behind gates, patio areas for outdoor dining or entertainment, and braai/firepits.
Gentle Presence Cottage 1, Heritage Cottage, sleeps 6 guests. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-plan living area with a queen-size sleeper couch and a Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube or the option to use your own credentials for DStv streaming. The fully equipped kitchen includes a fridge, stove with oven, microwave, and more. The beautiful patio is perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature queen-size beds and en-suite bathrooms with a shower-over-bath. Rooms have access to a balcony with views of the garden and mountains.
Gentle Presence Cottage 2, Garden Cottage, sleeps 2 guests. This modern open-plan cottage includes a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, and a portable 2-plate stove. It is tastefully decorated and has an en-suite bathroom with a toilet and shower. The Smart TV allows guests to enjoy Netflix and YouTube and stream DStv using their own sign-in credentials.
Guests can explore and enjoy the shared garden on the property. The owners live on the premises.
Gentle Presence Cottages is located 300 m from the town square where there are many restaurants, coffee shops, shops, and art galleries. Clarens Golf Estate is less than 3 km away, the Golden Gate National Park is about 25 km away and the Fouriesburg border post to Lesotho is only a 30-minute drive away. Remember, a passport is required to enter Lesotho.
Gentle Presence Cottages offers self-catering accommodation in two distinct cottages: the Heritage Cottage and the Garden Cottage. These cottages are separate from each other, each with its own entrance, parking behind gates, patio areas for outdoor dining or entertainment, and braai/firepits.
Gentle Presence Cottage 1, Heritage Cottage, sleeps 6 guests. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-plan living area with a queen-size sleeper couch and a Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube or the option to use your own credentials for DStv streaming. The fully equipped kitchen includes a fridge, stove with oven, microwave, and more. The beautiful patio is perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature queen-size beds and en-suite bathrooms with a shower-over-bath. Rooms have access to a balcony with views of the garden and mountains.
Gentle Presence Cottage 2, Garden Cottage, sleeps 2 guests. This modern open-plan cottage includes a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, and a portable 2-plate stove. It is tastefully decorated and has an en-suite bathroom with a toilet and shower. The Smart TV allows guests to enjoy Netflix and YouTube and stream DStv using their own sign-in credentials.
Guests can explore and enjoy the shared garden on the property. The owners live on the premises.
Gentle Presence Cottages is located 300 m from the town square where there are many restaurants, coffee shops, shops, and art galleries. Clarens Golf Estate is less than 3 km away, the Golden Gate National Park is about 25 km away and the Fouriesburg border post to Lesotho is only a 30-minute drive away. Remember, a passport is required to enter Lesotho.
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37 guests' feedbackPat and her husband are very pleasant hosts, who have a gem of a cottage on their little paradise. You can observe and appreciate their quaint individual touches to the decor and ambience of the cottage and gardens. The views from both upstairs and outside are breathtaking and refreshing. Wish we could stay longer. Thank you.
Very nice stay in the historic cottage with a beautiful view.
Staying here was lovely and rejuvenating.
Great hospitality, neat, clean and has everything you need in Cottage 2.
So cozy! The heater and electric blankets did the trick on that very cold Monday! Thanks.
Stayed at cottage 2. Great value for money. The cottage has everything a couple needs and also has a great view of the mountains from the braai area. I highly recommend staying here.
Gentle Presence Cottage 2 is a neat and comfortable place to stay overnight. It has everything needed for a night or 2 stay. We had a nice stay.
Beautiful cottage. Location is close to the main square. The owner is friendly and gives great restaurant recommendations.
Very comfortable little house, everything one needs for a getaway. Walking distance from town.
The accommodation is very small, to be honest, with some slight changes to the layout of the room, the space could accommodate seating better.
Our stay was absolutely lovely. The host is very friendly, kind and helpful. The cottage is perfect for two people, and the little afdakkie outside is perfect to sit and have some coffee in the morning sun! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
The accommodation was very comfortable. Everything you need was available. Walking distance from the local shops. Very calm.
The cottage has beautiful decor and a lot of attention has been paid to fine details and comfort.
Our stay was pleasant. View from upper room very nice. Slept well and bathroom views good. Braai area is a bit inconvenient. Dustiness observed on surfaces. Limited DSTV, not quite correctly described on website.
Pleasant accomodation, clean and comfortable bed. Unfortunatly a cold shower spoiled our otherwise enjoyable stay. Owners were unaware the geyser was off and apologised for this.
Ideally located, close to the shops and the mountain walks/hikes. Friendly hosts who ensured that our needs were met and made us aware of some hidden gems in and around Clarens. Thank you for your hospitality. The view and surroundings were amazing!
Thank you very much for a wonderful time in Clarens. Accommodation is fantastic and Pat was just great!
Bliss. Pure bliss. A huddled little corner in natures heart. That is the essence of Gentle Presence. A wonderful garden hugging a sandstone cottage with ample outdoors and under roof entertainment area exquisite views and tailored privacy. Magnificently curated interiors that is crafted with luxurious beauty and all the modern amenities one can hope for as well as gas and emergency lighting for those pesky load shedding moments. Close enough to the town centre to walk and far enough not to be bothered by the sounds of weekend hustle and bustle. Hosts that work hard to see to ones every need yet respectful enough to ensure guest privacy. Utterly neat tidy and clean with enough fluffy bedding and heaters to keep the cold at bay, Gentle Presence delivers high scores all around creating a space where one wants to come back to over and over again. Thank you Pat for entrusting our souls with your little piece of Heaven.
What a special place to stay. It was very neat and had everything one will require for a breakaway weekend in Clarens. This was home away from home.
Gentle Presence Cottage's owners are very helpful and friendly. Place was clean and tidy.
The cottage was exactly what we wanted for our stay in Clarens. Great value for money.
I can definitely recommend Gentle Presence. The view of the mountains is lovely, the cottage is equipped with everything we needed and there were all kinds of extra treats that we didn't expect. We were very kindly received and would definitely like to stay there again.
Plekkie is very comfortable, everything works well, very clean and just more than enough for a nice weekend getaway.
We had a great experience at Gentle Presence. The location is great and I feel it was great value for money. The owners were friendly and very helpful.
The place is walking distance from the town's square, security is good and gives a good night's rest to our Johannesburg residents. Neat and comfortable is a good summary of the cottage.
Would recommend the place anytime. Clean and tidy with excellent hospitality.
Gentle Presence provides a modern yet olden day vibe. You can expect everything to be available from shampoo to all braaing utensils. Braai area, patio etc. Pat the owner is friendly, accommodating and always at your service. Will be staying there again when we go back!
We found Gentle Presence to be a very clean and homely cottage. We had magnificent views of the mountains all round from the two bedrooms and even on the patio. We also liked that every bedroom had it's own bathroom so we will definitely book again and take some friends with. Pat and Collin were really helpful and really went out of their way to ensure that Gentle Presence is a comfortable stay.
Had very good service from Pat from start of booking until we left! Will definitely stop by again.
Pat and Colin made us feel at home long before we arrived, with phone calls and special information about the house and surroundings. The beautiful heritage house is well equipped and the view of the mountains, specifically from the bedrooms, is indescribably beautiful! One's soul calms down and comes to rest in the most beautiful surroundings.
Had a great time 23 to 25 August 2019. Pat and Colin are very nice hosts. The house is clean and tidy with full DStv. The view of the mountains (especially early in the morning) was enchanting. We really enjoyed it!
Lovely cottage with a beautiful view and everything needed to make your stay comfortable. The cottage offers access to the full DStv package which is always nice during the rugby season.
The hosts were great. Place very good. We were made very welcome. Definitely will be back.
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Lovely, clean place with great views and hosts. Had a super week there and will be back.
Security was very good, it was lovely to stay in a spacious, well equipped house. Owners were very helpful.
Gentle Presence is a place to stay that exceeds expectations, welcoming you as soon as you step in with a warm heart and the prospect that the visit will leave you feeling better when the time comes for you to return home. This is a place that makes Clarens worth visiting. If you are looking for a place that will give you an experience, Gentle Presence is the perfect place for you!
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House rules
No infants or children under the age of 8 are allowed due to the stairs.Pets are not allowed.
The accommodation is best suited to families or a group of friends and those who do not struggle with stairs.
No parties, matric or student events are allowed. No noise is permitted after 22:30.
Parking is available behind closed gates and motorcycles are welcome.
Smoking is prohibited inside.
Optional cleaning service can be arranged from Monday to Saturday at an additional cost. It is not available on Sundays and public holidays.
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Description
Cottage 2 is located at the bottom of the garden with stunning mountain and garden views towards Golden Gate and the Maluti's, which can be enjoyed from bed or the patio. The Cottage accommodates 2 guests and is best suited to couples as it has a double bed. The bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower and towels are provided. The kitchenette is well equipped for self-catering and includes a fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, a portable 2-plate stove, and all cutlery and crockery necessary. On arrival, guests will find a complimentary basket of tea, coffee, and sugar but are asked to bring all extra items they may need such as additional kitchen drying clothes, toiletries, etc.
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House Rules
No infants or children under the age of 8 are allowed due to the stairs.
Pets are not allowed.
The accommodation is best suited to families or a group of friends and those who do not struggle with stairs.
No parties, matric or student events are allowed. No noise is permitted after 22:30.
Parking is available behind closed gates and motorcycles are welcome.
Smoking is prohibited inside.
Optional cleaning service can be arranged from Monday to Saturday at an additional cost. It is not available on Sundays and public holidays.
Cancellation policy
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Cottage 2 is located at the bottom of the garden with stunning mountain and garden views towards Golden Gate and the Maluti's, which can be enjoyed from bed or the patio. The Cottage accommodates 2 guests and is best suited to couples as it has a double bed. The bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower and towels are provided. The kitchenette is well equipped for self-catering and includes a fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle, a portable 2-plate stove, and all cutlery and crockery necessary. On arrival, guests will find a complimentary basket of tea, coffee, and sugar but are asked to bring all extra items they may need such as additional kitchen drying clothes, toiletries, etc.
R935R 935R 795Gentle Presence - Cottage 1
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Cottage 1 is self-catering and can accommodate 6 guests, with 2 upstairs bedrooms, each furnished with queen-sized beds and there is a sleeper couch in the downstairs living- and dining area. The upstairs bedrooms have amazing views from the bed and the shared balcony. Both rooms have quality linen, electric blankets, and extra blankets. The 2 bathrooms are fitted with a shower-over-bath, and towels are provided. Downstairs there is an open-plan living- and dining area where 2 children or teens, or 1 adult, can be accommodated on a sleeper couch. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with a stove and oven, microwave, and fridge. Guests will enjoy a complimentary arrival basket of tea, coffee, sugar, but are requested to bring along extras such as their own kitchen drying clothes and toiletries. The living- and dining area opens onto the large patio where guests can enjoy outdoor dining furniture and views of the garden and mountains. There is a braai and firepit in the garden. Guests have TV and Wi-Fi during their stay and parking is shaded behind gates. The stairs are not suitable for those who battle with stairs and children under 8 years old. Regrettably no pets are allowed.
Room Arrangements
Rates
About This Room
Services
Bathroom
Room Facilities
Appliances
Entertainment
House Rules
No infants or children under the age of 8 are allowed due to the stairs.
Pets are not allowed.
The accommodation is best suited to families or a group of friends and those who do not struggle with stairs.
No parties, matric or student events are allowed. No noise is permitted after 22:30.
Parking is available behind closed gates and motorcycles are welcome.
Smoking is prohibited inside.
Optional cleaning service can be arranged from Monday to Saturday at an additional cost. It is not available on Sundays and public holidays.
Cancellation policy
before check-in
before check-in
before check-in
Description
Cottage 1 is self-catering and can accommodate 6 guests, with 2 upstairs bedrooms, each furnished with queen-sized beds and there is a sleeper couch in the downstairs living- and dining area. The upstairs bedrooms have amazing views from the bed and the shared balcony. Both rooms have quality linen, electric blankets, and extra blankets. The 2 bathrooms are fitted with a shower-over-bath, and towels are provided. Downstairs there is an open-plan living- and dining area where 2 children or teens, or 1 adult, can be accommodated on a sleeper couch. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with a stove and oven, microwave, and fridge. Guests will enjoy a complimentary arrival basket of tea, coffee, sugar, but are requested to bring along extras such as their own kitchen drying clothes and toiletries. The living- and dining area opens onto the large patio where guests can enjoy outdoor dining furniture and views of the garden and mountains. There is a braai and firepit in the garden. Guests have TV and Wi-Fi during their stay and parking is shaded behind gates. The stairs are not suitable for those who battle with stairs and children under 8 years old. Regrettably no pets are allowed.
R1 265R 1 265R 1 076Gentle Presence Cottages offers self-catering accommodation in two distinct cottages: the Heritage Cottage and the Garden Cottage. These cottages are separate from each other, each with its own entrance, parking behind gates, patio areas for outdoor dining or entertainment, and braai/firepits.
Gentle Presence Cottage 1, Heritage Cottage, sleeps 6 guests. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an open-plan living area with a queen-size sleeper couch and a Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube or the option to use your own credentials for DStv streaming. The fully equipped kitchen includes a fridge, stove with oven, microwave, and more. The beautiful patio is perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upstairs, both bedrooms feature queen-size beds and en-suite bathrooms with a shower-over-bath. Rooms have access to a balcony with views of the garden and mountains.
Gentle Presence Cottage 2, Garden Cottage, sleeps 2 guests. This modern open-plan cottage includes a well-equipped kitchenette with a fridge, microwave, and a portable 2-plate stove. It is tastefully decorated and has an en-suite bathroom with a toilet and shower. The Smart TV allows guests to enjoy Netflix and YouTube and stream DStv using their own sign-in credentials.
Guests can explore and enjoy the shared garden on the property. The owners live on the premises.
Gentle Presence Cottages is located 300 m from the town square where there are many restaurants, coffee shops, shops, and art galleries. Clarens Golf Estate is less than 3 km away, the Golden Gate National Park is about 25 km away and the Fouriesburg border post to Lesotho is only a 30-minute drive away. Remember, a passport is required to enter Lesotho.
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