This is the 2nd post of our 3 part series on the top 10 wedding venues in the Western Cape, in our experience. At ZaraZoo we have the opportunity to work at the most amazing venues. We feel that we must share our knowledge with prospective brides to make their dream wedding a reality!
In Part 1 of this series, we started the countdown with:
10. Lanzerac Manor – Stellenbosch
8. Haute Cabriere – Franschhoek
This week we will feature Strandkombuis, La Petite Dauphine and Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa.
7. Strandkombuis
For a beach wedding, there is arguably no better venue than Strandkombuis. The ceremony is done on the beach and the reception in the Strandkombuis restaurant. The restaurant, overlooks the crashing waves and can seat 150 guests. It has an uncomplicated and rustic feel, with wooden benches and tables. The menu is packed with traditional west coast dishes, fish, crayfish, mussels and pot bread.
This venue is ideal for those couples that like an informal beach wedding at a very rustic and natural location. Conveniently, the B&B is just next door to the restaurant. It has a capacity of up to 90 guests.
Strandkombuis contact details: +27 82 575 9683 | strandkombuis@mweb.co.za | Website
Photographer: Stefan Steenkamp
6. La Petit Dauphine
La Petite Dauphine is located amongst grand old oak trees on a wine farm in Franschhoek. The buildings have a very rustic french feel and the interior is superbly decorated. The wedding ceremony can be held indoors or on the lawn. Apart from the restaurant that can seat 120 guests, there are an array of other smaller buildings and lounges to use. The daytime coffee shop converts into a evening wedding bar / pub with great ambiance and the stylish self-catering cottages on the farm can accommodate 15 guests which makes it ideal for the main wedding party to stay over.
From a photographers point of view, La Petite Dauphine is one of the most versatile venues to work with. The architecture, natural setting with mountains, orchards, ponds and vineyards is a playground with countless possibilities.
Le Petite Dauphine contact details: +27 21 879 3936 | lpd@icon.co.za | www.lapetite.co.za
Photographers: Andre van Niekerk & Stefan Steenkamp
5. Le Franschhoek
Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa is another breathtaking all in one venue. It is located only a few kilometers further up the hill from La Petite Dauphine. This 5 star Hotel and cottages can easily accommodate over 200 guests. There are 5 different function rooms to choose from and can seat from 20 to 150 guests. Apart from these, there are also a few perfectly manicured lawns, shaded by lovely old oak trees, for outdoor ceremonies or the erecting of bedouin tents.
This venue is everything you would expect from a 5 star Hotel in the Cape Winelands. The spectacular thatch roof of the main building lends a European feel and the architecture and decor of the stylish main lounge is the ideal setting for bridal portraits.
Le Franschhoek contact details: banqueting@lefranschhoek.co.za | +27 21 876 8900 | Website
Next week we will conclude this series and reveal the top 4 ZaraZoo Wedding Venues in the Western Cape. Be notified by RSS when Part 3 of this series is posted.
Read Part 1.
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