Celebrate love on your terms! Intimate weddings remain one of the strongest post pandemic trends, with couples prioritising quality over quantity. Many want smaller venues, personalised vendors and unique experiences. These are our hand picked list of the ultimate intimate wedding spots, bringing you only the best in South Africa!
Say “I do” in style at Adara Palmiet Valley Boutique Hotel, a 300 year old wine estate near Paarl that perfectly blends Cape Dutch heritage with fresh modern luxury. Reopened in 2023 with newly renovated rooms, lush gardens and sweeping mountain views, it’s the ultimate setting for an intimate, unforgettable wedding. Host up to 60 guests, with onsite accommodation for 36 and indulge in Mediterranean inspired, farm to table cuisine. At Adara, every moment is crafted to make your special day extraordinary!
Part of the prestigious Liz McGrath Collection, The Cellars-Hohenort is a graceful sanctuary in the heart of the Constantia Valley, surrounded by manicured grounds and timeless beauty. If you’re dreaming of an intimate ceremony, this five star retreat provides the perfect setting for saying “I do”. With a dedicated wedding team to take care of every detail, you’re free to relax, celebrate and create unforgettable memories in a place where elegance and romance take centre stage.
The Beach House Collection offers a dreamy coastal setting, situated in the West Coast village of Yzerfontein, with sweeping sea views and versatile spaces. The brand new Eternity Venue Space & Penthouse is a blank canvas for up to 50 guests, perfect for beach ceremonies and sunset celebrations. The flagship Thyme & Tide Beach Villa hosts up to 40 guests for both ceremony and reception, with open plan areas flowing onto sunlit decks. White Sands and Pearl Bay provide stylish, private accommodation for bridal preparations, intimate gatherings and pre or post wedding events. With its blend of seaside charm and barefoot luxury, The Beach House Collection turns your special day into a fabulous coastal celebration.
Set against the dramatic Klein Drakenstein mountains in Paarl, is an enchanting vineyard retreat perfect for any intimate celebration. The award winning Manor House overlooks lush gardens, wild fynbos and rolling valleys, providing a lush romantic setting for your dream micro wedding. As a working wine farm, every detail is thoughtfully crafted and guest experiences are personalised to your preferences, ensuring a truly memorable day for you and your guests.
Nestled in the heart of the Breede Valley, surrounded by vineyards and Robertson’s charming countryside, The Grand Hotel is the perfect setting for a small, country celebration. Every detail is tailored to your love story, from breathtaking views to impeccable service and elegant facilities. Celebrate with your closest friends and family, enjoy exquisite local cuisine and retreat to luxurious suites, including the Arabella Executive Suite for newlyweds. With personalised touches, serene spa experiences and access to the region’s famed wine estates, The Grand Hotel transforms your intimate celebration into unforgettable memories.
Find your dream micro wedding destination in a serene valley near Bainskloof Pass. Doolhof Wine Estate offers a romantic and tranquil setting for micro weddings. The elegant Cape Dutch Manor House features six luxurious rooms, with a private thatched cottage for added exclusivity, while the estate’s gardens, riverside spots and award winning vineyards provide picture perfect backdrops for your celebration. Guests can enjoy wine tastings, spa treatments, hiking and biking trails or simply relax by the pool, turning your wedding into a full countryside escape.
Le Pommier Wine Estate combines farm style charm with breathtaking vineyard and mountain views. The Vineyard Barn, with its glass doors opening onto lush lawns and vines, hosts up to 150 guests, while the cosy Granny Smith venue for the perfect intimate weddings of up to 60. Guests can enjoy farm to table dining paired with award winning wines, with onsite Country Lodges & Suites, Le Pommier offers a full Winelands wedding experience from the first toast to the last dance under the stars.
With over 21 years of experience, Food Fanatics specialises in creating unforgettable micro weddings and intimate celebrations. Based at The Homestead, a beautifully restored 1820s farmhouse in the Southern Suburbs, they offer charming indoor and outdoor spaces with full onsite catering. Menus are tailored to your vision and crafted with fresh produce from their own gardens, ensuring every detail feels personal, wholesome and memorable!
Begin your forever at Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve, set in the dramatic Cederberg Mountains with sweeping fynbos plains and endless African skies. Known for its unique outdoor weddings, couples can exchange vows beneath towering rock formations by day and celebrate under a star studded sky by night. In cooler months, the Rooikat Venue offers a cosy indoor setting beside a fireplace with breathtaking views. With a dedicated wedding team, bespoke menus and thoughtful touches, Kagga Kamma is an unforgettable intimate wedding experience in any season.
Set in the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, La Roche Estate is a breathtaking wedding destination where natural beauty meets timeless elegance. With its iconic Sanctuary Chapel, built on an island and surrounded by tranquil waters, couples can exchange vows in a setting that feels truly magical. For larger celebrations, the sophisticated Festival Hall offers space for up to 180 guests, with the Bacchus Lounge providing an intimate area for smaller gatherings. Surrounded by vineyards and mountain views, La Roche Estate is the perfect canvas for a romantic wedding in one of the world’s most beautiful valleys.
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat is a sanctuary of natural beauty and romance. This award winning retreat offers an unforgettable backdrop for intimate weddings, with dramatic sandstone cliffs, sweeping plains and starlit skies. Couples can exchange vows surrounded by untouched wilderness before indulging in world class cuisine, luxurious accommodations and rejuvenating spa experiences. With attentive service and the magic of the African landscape, Bushmans Kloof transforms your wedding into a once in a lifetime celebration of love!
Less really is more when it comes to love. Intimate weddings are all about meaningful moments, smaller guest lists and experiences crafted with heart and intention. From boutique guesthouses and cosy country retreats to private villas and charming estates, these venues are made for couples who want a celebration that feels personal, beautiful and deeply unforgettable. Ready to get started? Meet them below!
At Food Fanatics we are celebrating over 21 years as the Cape’s favourite caterers.
Natural beauty, dramatic rock formations and picturesque vistas of the beautiful Cederberg Mountain Range at Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve
Le Pommier Wine Estate offers a rustic, farm-style setting with gorgeous views over-looking the Simonsberg Mountain.
Discover the perfect harmony of luxury, heritage, and the artistry of winemaking at The Grand Hotel Robertson.
This charming and graceful sanctuary surrounded by lush gardens and nestled in the heart of the Constantia Valley, offers the perfect setting for your special day.
As a working wine farm, here imagination meets skill through an exploration of curiosity.
The Beach House Collection is a combination of 4 beachfront properties - Eternity Venue Space, Pearl Bay, White Sands and Thyme & Tide
The estate features a vast landscaped garden area surrounded by ancient oak trees and a magnificent backdrop, ensuring privacy and serenity for an ideal wedding day.
Bushmans Kloof offers an inspirational, romantic and spiritual setting in a spectacular part of the world that is unspoiled and untamed. Between the ancient earth and the infinite
Wherever you find yourself on your journey, choose Doolhof as your destination of choice and revel in an unforgettable experience.
La Roche Estate is located just outside of Franschhoek and has the most ideal location and space for hosting events.
