Kiara Lodge

Free State

Kiara Lodge sits at the foot of the Maluti Mountains in the Free State, a 15-minute drive from the artsy village of Clarens and right on the doorstep of the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The lodge is built around the sandstone cliffs and rolling hills that give this corner of the Free State its name, with a dam and green lawns setting the scene for a proper mountain escape. Kiara Lodge comprises 13 self-catering units - Two-Bedroom Chalets and Double Rooms, each with a private patio, en-suite bathroom and private entrance. Units sleep two to eight guests, making the lodge equally suited to couples, families and groups. Facilities include a heated indoor pool, a spa and wellness centre, a children's playground, an on-site mini-market and bar, a tennis court, billiards, table tennis and mini-golf. The on-site restaurant, Maluti Melt, serves meals if you'd rather not cook. Some of the things you can do at Kiara Lodge include: * Swimming in the heated indoor pool * Hiking the trails of the Golden Gate Highlands National Park * Horse riding, if available * Exploring the galleries and shops of Clarens village * Kids' play area and mini-golf * Braai facilities at select units * Spa treatments and wellness centre * Secure parking Clarens and the Golden Gate Highlands National Park are right on your doorstep, with the park's red sandstone formations, San rock art sites and hiking trails all within easy reach. Kiara Lodge is a destination for a Free State getaway - scenery, comfortable self-catering and genuine mountain peace, all within a short drive of one of South Africa's most photographed landscapes.