Get married in a beautiful stone chapel and have your perfect reception in an African boma, all while being in the heart of nature, just 15 minutes from Ballito. Get your perfect pictures with the dam as backdrop or accompanied by wild on a game drive, then dance the night away alongside the cosy fire pit. To fill the bellies, buffet and plated options are available, depending on the amount of guests, as well as a full bar and waitering staff.

Contact: [email protected] / 031 815 1050
Website: www.rainfarm.co.za
Address: F9 Rain Farm, Esenembi Road, Unhlali, Ballitoville, KZN

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Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa has perfected every nuance to make your wedding day undeniably and utterly unforgettable. The magical allure of Palala presents the ultimate bush wedding venue and is irresistible to those who appreciate exclusivity, fine fare, romance and adventure.

Glorious, opulent safari weddings are a forte at Palala, from grand receptions to the intimacy of family affairs. The Chapel promises to enchant your guests as its charm and allure are beyond compare. The large baobab tree framed at the front of the chapel makes for a picture-perfect feature and allows for amazing photo opportunities.

Their wedding venues, which are magnificently decorated, are each unique in their own way, making your wedding a one of a kind event. Attention to detail and precise planning will make this day stress-free and most enjoyable and their expert function coordinator will help you plan every detail of your special day and advise you along the way.

Wedding couples will favour the complimentary and uniquely decorated honeymoon suite as it is a haven of sophistication and luxury. It presents magnificent 180 degree bush views, a private lounge area, guest toilet and the marble bathroom is grand, spacious and adorned with a free-standing spa bath, glass shower and twin basins.

At this luxury bush wedding venue we will create the most beautiful memories for you on your dream day.

Contact: +27 (0) 15 295 9212
Address: Groblersbrug, 0480
Website: www.palalaboutiquegamelodge.co.za

Suikerbossie has magnificent views overlooking the valley of Hout Bay with Chapman’s Peak and the bay below. Flanked on the west by Llandudno beach, with Table Mountain forming the backdrop to the restaurant.

This provides a wonderful atmosphere for your wedding day or function where pre-drinks and starters can be served on the lawns, while photographs are taken. Weddings and functions are co-ordinated by owners’ David and Miki Smith, who have operated this successful restaurant since 1990. The team is completed by Head Chef Brian Smit and the friendly front-of-house team headed-up by manager, Ross Smith.

Contact: 021 7901450 / 7905933
Email : [email protected]
Address: 1 Victoria Dr, Hout Bay, Cape Town, 7806
Website: https://www.suikerbossie.co.za/

Leopard Lodge is your ultimate wedding venue for weddings of up to 200 guests. Their team of wedding coordinators pride themselves in service excellence and will do all that they can to make your wedding day the most memorable ever. Keeping this in mind they believe in personal service and therefore all arrangements will be coordinated around your specific needs and requirements.

The spectacular view of Hartbeespoort Dam and Magaliesberg mountain range prove to be an ideal backdrop for bridal photographs taken on the wedding day. As part of the wedding package a complimentary bridal suite will be booked for the bridal couple for the evening of the wedding and the wedding guests can enjoy a discounted rate on all remaining rooms.

Leopard Lodge offers several memorable settings in which to exchange your vows. The newly completed open air thatched chapel is situated amongst the trees and bush within walking distance from the main lodge. Garden ceremonies usually take place on the large lawn area in front of the main lodge. Your friends and family will be able to enjoy the magnificent views of the Hartbeespoort Valley and the Magaliesberg Mountain range while witnessing the wedding ceremony.

Their large veranda overlooks the Hartbeespoort valley with breath-taking views, a perfect setting not only for wedding receptions but also for light terrace lunches, private functions and sundowners.

Food and drink plays a significant role in the overall success of your wedding. You will be delighted to find an array of menu selections available to suit your individual requirements from up market buffets to smaller stylish plated menus. The venue has a fully licensed bar with an extensive wine list.

Contact: +27 012 207 1130
Address: Skeerpoort, R560, Hartbeespoort, North West Province
Website: www.leopardlodge.co.za

The Styling shed is a beautiful blank canvas tucked away between the green valleys of Stellenbosch. This is a space for joy to be shared, and milestones to be celebrated. It is a place where creatives can come alive, and where memories can be made.

Potted plants and charming kokedamas offer an enchanting atmosphere for one to get lost in. With a wall of glass doors, The Styling Shed is not short of natural light, making it a dream location for photographers and stylists. Various wedding and lifestyle photographers have visited us to bring their creative visions to life.

This creative space looks out over beautiful orchards and vineyards. Its doors open onto a spacious lawn, with a playground for moms to keep their tiny tots busy.

Contact: 079 660 9711
Email : [email protected]
Address: Fransmanskraal, Devon Valley, Stellenbosch, 7600
Website: https://thestylingshed.co.za/

When you decide to bring your wedding to the Hans Merensky Hotel & Spa you are not just choosing a venue that has all the usual facilities, equipment and audio-visual aids, you are choosing a venue that has a unique and exciting world of options that can be utilised to make your day an unforgettable success. You will find a world filled with possibilities, where creativity is the norm and the ordinary does not exist. Capacities from 12 to 1 000 can be accommodated.

For weddings with a difference, they have the perfect venue, whether it’s a romantic setting in one of our gorgeous green gardens, or for a bit of a more adventurous scene. Wedding venues can seat between 100 and 250 delegates.

Contact: +27 15 781 3931/7
Address: Phalaborwa, 1390
Website: www.hansmerensky.com

Trés Jolie is a country wedding venue situated on a 5 hectare estate in Ruimsig, Gauteng. The venue is accessible to all major centers of the region and the tranquil estate offers the bride and groom an ideal location for their wedding day.

Characterised by exquisite gardens and landscaped with fountains and water features this picturesque wedding venue offers a unique blend of African colonial architecture and European country living.

The stone chapel was built to add character and natural beauty offering an old style country church appeal that is both rustic and elegant. In keeping with the rest of the estate, the chapel features wrought iron chandeliers, balustrades and railway sleeper doors with small arch windows complete the design.

The chapel is ideal for between 60 and 150 guests but can be configured to seat up to 200 people. The chapel and red carpet are included in the venue hire.

Contact: 011 794 2473
Address: Plot 22, Peter Road, Ruimsig (between Honeydew & Muldersdrift)
Website: https://www.tresjolie.co.za/index.html

A venue every wedding party is ensured the type of treatment likened to that exclusively earmarked for royalty.

Fusion Boutique Hotel dedicated wedding coordinator and her team are on hand to advise you on every aspect of your very special wedding day. Enjoy a food tasting and private meeting with the chef, to customise your wedding menu. The newly wed couple will be treated to a complimentary unforgettable wedding night in the romantic Kiss Executive Suite.

Every room in the hotel is an art piece and bridal couples are spoilt for choice when deciding on locations for their wedding photos.

The 250 seater wedding reception venue, decorated in black and gold create a perfect picturesque setting. It has a graceful and romantic atmosphere with public areas magnificently decorated with local art, golden mirrors and creative design features. The venue includes state of the art equipment, PA system, a choice of chairs and basic table linen, crockery and glassware.

Contact: +27 (0) 15 291 4042
Address: 4 Schoeman St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane, 0700
Website: www.fusionboutiquehotel.co.za

Starting as a family’s dream to relocate to the Eastern Cape, The Plantation was Port Elizabeth’s first custom built all-in-one wedding venue. Since opening its doors in 2006, the passion and attention to detail from the owner-managed family business has led to The Plantation having been repeatedly awarded as one of South Africa’s top wedding and event venues.

The Plantation acquired a second venue, the Boma, in 2010. The Boma is located next door to the Plantation and is a more informal venue offering potjies and spitbraais, perfect for outdoor events such as milestone birthday parties, forest weddings and corporate events.

In 2018, The Plantation added a third venue to its collection – 39 on Church Guest House and Conference Centre. Centrally located in Walmer, 39 on Church offers superb accommodation for business and leisure travellers and The Plantation and The Boma event guests.

Whichever of their venues you select, the Plantation guarantees an experience that is magical and memorably enjoyable.

Contact: (041) 366 1591
Address: 424A Sardinia Bay Road, Lovemore Park, Port Elizabeth
Website: www.theplantation.co.za