Tucked into the foothills just outside the charming village of Clarens, Bungalow Belle Vie is a lovingly restored sandstone retreat offering timeless beauty, privacy, and comfort. Built nearly 90 years ago from locally quarried sandstone, this historic building has been carefully transformed into a serene open-plan space, perfectly suited for a romantic getaway or peaceful escape for two. The bungalow features a plush king-size bed dressed in luxurious 300 thread count percale linen, with soft blankets and an electric blanket to keep you cosy on chilly mountain nights. The fully equipped kitchen includes a gas stove and oven for easy self-catering, while coffee and tea are provided for slow mornings on the stoep. The spacious bathroom boasts a large open shower with provided toiletries, and the living area is fitted with Wi-Fi and DSTV for your convenience. Step outside onto the generous stoep, where free standing braai, outdoor seating and sweeping mountain views invite you to unwind and take in the surrounding natural beauty. Set just five minutes’ drive from the centre of Clarens, Bungalow Belle Vie feels wonderfully removed from the bustle of town. Surrounded by majestic sandstone cliffs, a meandering river walk, and a large cave nearby, this is a place to reconnect—with nature, with each other, and with yourself. At Bungalow Belle Vie, privacy and tranquility come standard.

I love having people stay at this unique place tucked away in nature. The guests are always smiling and happy when they are here and that makes me happy.

Clarens boasts a beautiful 18 hole golf course, hiking trails with incredible views, tennis, squash, mountain bike trails, putt-putt, abseiling, quad biking and much more to keep you busy. The town itself is located around a central grass “square” where there is a variety of restaurants, shops and galleries. There are also day spa facilities available for the well needed wind-down. Clarens surrounded by beautiful mountains, the conservancy has well marked walking trails and is a photographer’s paradise. Nearby Golden Gate National Park boasts a beautiful landscape with some wildlife as well as some spectacular mountain vistas, two loop roads through the park and a vulture hide. This is especially beautiful at sunset as is well worth the 20km drive.