Family-friendly holiday rentals in Free State

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Home in Vaal Marina

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

Eco Prime waterfront 4 Bedroom modern design home.

✨ Modern eco-luxury on the water’s edge – your perfect Vaal Dam escape. Unwind in modern comfort on the tranquil banks of the Vaal Dam. This eco-friendly retreat combines sleek design with breathtaking waterfront views, offering the perfect balance of luxury and relaxation. Step inside to discover a spacious open-plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen, lounges, and dining space all flowing onto a large patio designed for gatherings with family and friends. Enjoy three stylish downstairs bedrooms (two sharing a bathroom, one en-suite) plus a luxurious upstairs main suite with its own balcony and stunning dam views. Outdoors, watch the sunset over the water, braai with loved ones under the stars, or simply relax as the moonlight shimmers on the dam. For thrill-seekers, the vast waters of the Vaal are perfect for boating, water sports, and endless fun. Just over an hour from Johannesburg, this serene escape is close enough for convenience yet far enough to feel worlds away. Whether you’re here to recharge, celebrate, or explore, this property offers everything you need for an unforgettable stay.

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Cottage in Bloemfontein

4.78 out of 5 average rating, 314 reviews

Swerwersrus Farm Stay - Plaasstoep

Swerwersrus is an intimate self-catering cottage, nestled on a smallholding just outside the city limits of Bloemfontein. It features two bedrooms that can sleep four guests in total, a full bathroom, and a kitchen. Enjoy the beautiful Free State veld from the farm-style stoep, with a braaier. Guests have access to Wi-Fi. However, there is no TV in the unit. Past guests prefer to take a moment to enjoy the expansive view and star-filled nights. A short gravel road of 1.4km leads you to the unit.

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Villa in Cathkin Park

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

Grassroots Guesthouse - DRAKENSBERG ECO ESTATE

PRIVATE ECO ESTATE: CENTRAL DRAKENSBERG Recently purchased and fully renovated - Grassroots is ready to welcome you! We have designed the house with our guests' happiness at heart. The house is in the exclusive private eco estate - Cathkin Estate, bordering the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park World Heritage Site. The estate exceeds 1,000 hectares, with an abundance of free roaming wildlife (zebra, eland, wildebeest, oribi etc) and a host of birds and flora. A dreamy location for any nature lover!

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Guest house in Clarens

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 603 reviews

Loft Room @ Craigrossie

The Loft Room@Craigrossie is a self-catering space for two on Craigrossie Game Farm, 8 km (3kms on good gravel road) outside of Clarens towards Golden Gate. The self-contained space has a loft room with views over the dams & mountains, a queen bed with 100% cotton bedding, bathroom and a kitchenette downstairs. A borehole supplies water. DSTV, WiFi, tea, coffee & kitchen essentials (spices & olive oil) are provided. Bring your own rod for catch & release trout fishing (daily rod fees apply).

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Villa in Clarens

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews

Enjoy exquisite style at Clarens Mountain House

Step into another world when you stay at the Clarens Mountain House. Perched high up on the slopes of Mount Horeb, overlooking the beautiful town of Clarens, this home is second to none. Located in the Eastern Free State and surrounded by the pinks and yellows of the renowned sandstone mountains, the Mountain House offers views out towards Golden Gate, the Maluti Mountains and down into the valley over the busy little town full of its art galleries, restaurants and the well known Brewery

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Home in Clarens

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 183 reviews

Four Good Seasons

A stunning house filled with bright, natural light. River frontage and valley and mountain views. Two sitting rooms, both with DSTV so you can have sport and cooking on at the same time! Only 6 minutes drive from The Clarens Square and 26 restaurants, yet you can unwind completely in the peacefulness of the wind and sunshine. Lovely walks. Electric blankets and wood burning fires , fully equipped kitchen, 4.5 bathrooms for 6 bedrooms including one with 4 bunk beds. It's huge but homely.

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Place to stay in Winterton

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 172 reviews

Inkunzi Cave - A Unique African experience.

Situated in one of the safest, crime-free areas of SA, with tar roads all the way, is INKUNZI CAVE. A totally unique, owner built unit with a Bushman theme. 1 bedroom only with double bed. Single bed in lounge . An amazing "rock" bath and separate shower. Overlooks a beautiful rock pool. Very private. 2 other cheaper units on the property are listed separately: THE ZULU HUT, and DIDDLY SQUAT. All have stunning mountain views, are comfortable and fully equipped for self catering.

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Farm stay

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews

Waterfall River Lodge

This is a unique, comfortable, fully kitted, self-catering house sleeping 8/10 people. Hidden in a quiet corner of our working farm it overlooks a pristine section of the Wilge River, with the famous waterfall and Nelson's Kop mountain providing spectacular scenery. Guests will be able to enjoy absolute peace, uninterrupted views and walks in almost every direction. Please note that the property is remote and the last 200m of the access road will require a high clearance vehicle.

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Barn in Van Reenen

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 375 reviews

A barn with great views of the valley into KZN

A hop, skip and a jump off the N3, situated in in the Van Reenen Eco Village Precinct. Down the road from the little church tea garden. A great one night stop off. Breakfast at the Tea Garden (not included) or take a early morning walk before continuing with your journey. Dinner can be booked in advance. Safe and convenient for single female travelers with manager living next door. No charge for children/elderly parent sleeping on lounge bed if accompanied by both parents.

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Guest suite in Clarens

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

Clarens Villa Apartment

This unique place has a style all its own. One bedroom en-suite apartment joined to a main house with self catering facilities. The living area is heated by a wood burning fire place and the bedroom en-suite has an air conditioner. Braai facilities on site as well as a Smart TV with DSTV and WiFi. Two to three kms from the centre of town, on a mountain side. It is the bottom level of a three storey house but completely private and not affected by loadshedding.

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Flat in Bloemfontein

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviews

Urban Suite - Modern Lifestyle Unit

Spacious Urban Suite next to a peaceful green area with one open plan bedroom, kitchenette and bathroom (with a shower). Lovely outside space and seating area. Secure parking with CCTV cameras. Uncapped fibre internet and wifi with TV and Netflix. Close proximity to gym (1.7km) ; restaurants and bars. +- 3 km from N1. +-6 km from University of the Free State +- 7 km from Grey College +- 7 km from Mediclinic Hospital and Mimosa Mall

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Home in Central Drakensberg

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 228 reviews

Dragon View Estate, Central Drakensberg

Set on a private eco-estate. Dragon View Estate is situated in the heart of the much loved, Champagne Valley. Centrally located close to family-friendly activities including 2 golf courses, hiking, the reptile centre, the extreme adventure centre, Drakensberg Boys Choir, Bakeries and Restaurants. A Saverite grocery store is also available a couple of Kms away. Great for families, and larger groups.