Gentle Presence Cottages
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Hesti W - Jul 2024
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Peaceful and serene.
Andre J - Jul 2024
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Was great, will definitely return.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
It was such a pleasure meeting you both and having you stay. Thank you for leaving the cottage so neat and tidy on check out, and for your support in staying with us at Gentle Presence Cottages. All the very best!
Michaela S - Dec 2023
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Relaxing and refreshing!
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Such a pleasure meeting your family and having you stay over the festive season. Thanks so much for your support and great review!
Lynette V - Aug 2024
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Ons het net een nag oorgeslaap. Alles is netjies, skoon en gerieflik.
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We only stayed one night. Everything is neat, clean and comfortable.
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.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Baie dankie, Lynette, vir jou positiewe terugvoer.
Ons sien uit om julle terug te verwelkom as julle in Clarens kuier.
Groete,
Pat & Colin
Nicole K - May 2024
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Wonderful!
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Thank you so much for your support in staying with us and the great review. It was an absolute pleasure meeting you guys and having you stay with Gentle Presence Cottages.
Antony R - Jul 2024
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OK for a short stay.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
I sincerely regret that we were unable to meet your request to have a separate room from your spouse and upgrade you to our larger cottage, as it was occupied. The patio area with the braai and firepit seems to be a favourite among our guests and we noticed you enjoyed that area immensely. Most guests seem to spend more time outside enjoying the views than indoors. We have had guests stay for an entire week and they have enjoyed the cottage and used the extra chairs to watch TV and have meals indoors. A foldable table and trays are also provided. Our photos accurately display the space and facilities available. Cottage 2 is not just a room, but a fully functional kitchenette, offering excellent value to guests who want the ability to self-cater while enjoying good, safe, and value-for-money accommodation. All the best to you both!
Tymika L - Jul 2024
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Fabulous.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
I'm so glad you enjoyed our new Cottage 2. It certainly has its own unique charm, especially for couples. I truly appreciate your support in staying with us and your kind remarks. Wishing you all the best!
Marika V - Jun 2024
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Die verblyf was baie gerieflik. Alles wat jy nodig het was beskikbaar.
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The accommodation was very comfortable. Everything you need was available.
The accommodation was very comfortable. Everything you need was available. Walking distance from the local shops. Very calm.
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Dit was 'n plesier om jou te ontmoet en om jou getuienis te hoor. Alles van die beste en wat mooi is vir jou!
Ronel K - Jul 2024
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Goed gelee, voldoen aan vereistes as basis vir ander aktiwiteite.
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Well located, meets requirements as a base for other activities.
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.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Thank you for your kind review. Unfortunately, combating the dust in Clarens is a never-ending task as, except for the tarred main road coming into Clarens, all other roads are gravel/sand roads. It is virtually impossible to stop the dust, especially in the windy and dry seasons and with the regular vehicle traffic. To overcome this, the cottage is equipped with a feather duster, cleaning materials and tablecloths for the dining area.
The cottage has a Smart TV and not DStv - guests are able to log in using their own passwords and stream DStv as we do have excellent fibre WiFi.
Once again, thank you for your kind review and support in staying with us. We do hope you will visit us again when next in Clarens!
Marguerite W - Jul 2023
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Wonderlike plek om te bly!
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Wonderful place to stay!
Thank you very much for a wonderful time in Clarens. Accommodation is fantastic and Pat was just great!
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Dit was vir ons `n voorreg om julle te ontmoet en dankie vir julle ondersteuning. Ons sien uit vir jou volgende kuier en waardeer die mooi woorde en resensie. Alles wat mooi is en bly veilig.
Wouter D - May 2023
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Perfection.
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Wouter,
Not only was it a great pleasure meeting you and having you stay with us, but this review has simply delighted us!
So often guests say they love the place and will do a review and never do. You went beyond in this amazing, detailed review. We are so very grateful when our guests have nothing but nice things to say - it makes keeping our Cottage top-notch worth every effort and penny spent!
Looking forward to welcoming you back to Gentle Presence Cottage when next in Clarens!
Blessings,
Pat & Colin
Maureen V - Jan 2022
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A little gem.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Your review makes my heart happy! Hubby and I try our best to make our guests feel at home and do try to make your time with us special. Thank you for being great guests!
Cilia W - Nov 2022
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Clarens het oulike winkels en restaurante.
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Clarens has cute shops and restaurants.
Gentle Presence Cottage's owners are very helpful and friendly. Place was clean and tidy.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Ons hoop julle het die volle DSTV geniet toe julle die Bokke ondersteun. Dit is net een van die dinge dat ons anbied, die ander is die gratis WIFI. Dankie vir die kommentaar oor skoonheid en netheid. Ons probeer ons bes om ons gaste sy verbly 'n goie een te maak. Ons kry gewoonlik 5 sterre hier en oop meeste besprikingplatforms soos Airbnb, Booking.com en is altyd beskikbaar om te help as daar iets is wat aandag nodig het. Jammer oor al die reen, weet dit kan frusterend wees op vankansie. Lekker bly en kuier weer gerus as julle weer Clarens besoek.
Annette V - Nov 2021
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A great stay which has a real Clarens feel to it. If I visist Clarens again I don't have to look further than Gentle Presence.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Dankie vir jou ondersteuning en mooi woorde. Ons wardeur baie en sien uit vir jou volgende besoek!
Poppie V - Oct 2021
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Alles en meer as wat ons verwag het.
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Everything and more than we expected.
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.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Thank you so very much for your kind review! We are truly grateful for your support and enjoyed hosting you and your lovely sons and look forward to your next stay with us.
Wishing you all the very best!
Louis V - Jul 2021
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Baie lekker en sal vir seker weer daar gaan bly en kuier.
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Very nice and will definitely stay and visit there again.
Plekkie is very comfortable, everything works well, very clean and just more than enough for a nice weekend getaway.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Baie dankie vir die mooi woorde, dit was vir ons 'n voorreg om julle te ontmoet en laat kuier by Gentle Presence. Ons sien uit daarna om jou terug te verwelkom op jou volgende wegbreek.
Rene B - Jun 2021
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Great experience.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
It was an absolute pleasure having your group stay with us! Truly appreciate your support and great review especially at a time when we are all struggling in the travel industry. Kind words and good reviews help us more than you can imagine! Hope you will visit us again soon!
Mandi D - Jun 2021
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Die naam doen dit justice!
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The name does it justice!
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.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Baie, baie dankie vir jou ondersteuning Mandi. Dit was ons voorreg om jou familie te ontmoet en ons hoop jou dogter het goed gevaar in die eksamens! Kom kuier kou weer by ons!
Charles W - Oct 2021
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Fantasties! Die eienaars is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.
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Fantastic! The owners are very friendly and helpful.
Would recommend the place anytime. Clean and tidy with excellent hospitality.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Dit maak ons so gelukkige om sulke terugvoering te kry.
Ons waardeer jou mooi woorde en dit was vir ons 'n plesier om julle te ontmoet en tyd met julle te spandeer.
Nogmaals dankie.
Julle is altyd welkom om weer vir ons te kom kuier en ons sien uit daarna.
Bly veilig.
Brittany K - Nov 2020
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Absolutely amazing, charm, beautiful view, chilled with a homey vibe.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Thank you so much for a great review.
We loved having your group stay with us and hope you will visit us again.
All the very best!
Andries G - Mar 2020
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It really exceeded our expectations.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
What a lovely review, thank you so very much.
We really enjoyed having you spend time with us. Not only were you charming guests but left the cottage immaculately clean. We really appreciated that immensely.
Congrats again on your wedding anniversary, 30 years is a milestone to be proud of.
Rika E - Apr 2019
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Regtig lekker, baie dankie!
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Really nice, thank you very much!
Had very good service from Pat from start of booking until we left! Will definitely stop by again.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Dankie vir die mooi woorde Rika! Bly julle het jou tyd in Clarens geniet en ons sien uit daarna om u weer in die toekoms te ontvang.
Lekker dag en seënwense vir julle!
Maresa G - Apr 2019
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Rus vir 'n stads-siel met die mooiste uitsig op die berge!
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Rest for a city soul with the most beautiful view of the mountains!
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.
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Rus is wat 'n mens nodig het. So bly julle het ontspan en dat julle dit so geniet het. Dit is 'n spesiale huis met so mooi geskiedenis en ons is regtig geseën om dit te deel met spesiale gaste soos julle. Dankie vir jou pragtige woorde, ons waardeer dit uit ons hart uit!
Angie V - Aug 2019
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Rustige verblyf by Gentle Presence.
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Peaceful stay at Gentle Presence.
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!
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Dankie Angie, en gesin vir jou kuier, dit was vir ons n voreg om tyd met julle te deel.
Kom kuier weer gerus!
Chris L - Jul 2019
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Lieflike kothuis met mooi uitsig.
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Lovely cottage with beautiful views.
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.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Baie dankie vir die mooi woorde. Ons is so bly dat jy daarin geslaag het om in die natuur te ontspan.
Baie dankie dat u die DSTV-sportkanaal genoem het.
Ons sien uit daarna om u weer binnekort weer te verwelkom by Gentle Presence!
Ann S - Feb 2019
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Excellent.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Thanks so very much for taking time to complete the review and your great rating. It is really highly valued. We hope you enjoyed your special family holiday and birthday celebrations with us. Hopefully on your next visit you will be lucky enough to experience some snow in our garden or at Golden Gate!
Mariska V - Jul 2018
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Stunning place and stunning people.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Thank you for visiting Gentle Presence during what seemed to be a very, very cold spell. Such a pity the snow didn't fall as I know how much you wanted to experience it.
Your review is as appreciated to us as you guys are - so nice meeting you and making new friends.
Blessings to all.
Colin and Pat
Meryll L - Nov 2018
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Great.
Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Ladies your love of life was inspiring!
We loved having you as our guests and sharing all sorts of special moments and messages with you. You are by far amongst our most favourite guests and we really look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Klara C - Oct 2018
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Heerlik gebly.
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Had a wonderful stay.
Security was very good, it was lovely to stay in a spacious, well equipped house. Owners were very helpful.
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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Ons is so bly dat jou gesin Gentle Presence geniet het. Ons sien daarna uit om u weer te verwelkom wanneer u Clarens besoek. Dankie vir die vriendelike woorde. Lekker naweek!
Elwin C - Jul 2018
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Oortref verwagtinge met alles en nog meer as wat jy dink jy sou kry.
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Exceed expectations with everything and more than you think you would get.
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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Gentle Presence Cottages 's response
Ons is verheug om te hoor dat u geseend was met u kuier en verblyf by Gentle Presence. Dankie vir u positiewe en opbouende oorsig, oor ons gastehuis, ons ontvang dit in nederigheid. Ons sien uit daarna om u weer in die toekoms te ontvang. Groete vir julle.
- Free cancellation up to 1 week before your stay!
- Capacity: 8 people
- No children under 8
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Check-in: 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out: 10:00 - Address: 13 Krom Street, Clarens, 9707, Free State
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