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Welcome to Lavender Hill Country Estate and Wedding Venue
If you’re dreaming of a wedding surrounded by natural beauty and peaceful charm, Lavender Hill Country Estate is the perfect choice. Located just outside Bethlehem in the scenic Eastern Free State, this 25-hectare estate offers a stunning setting filled with fragrant lavender, vibrant roses, and beautifully landscaped gardens. With breathtaking views of the Maluti Mountains and the Ash River, your wedding here will be nothing short of magical.
Ceremony and Reception Spaces Tailored to Your Vision
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Lavender Hill has a variety of elegant venues to bring your wedding vision to life. Choose from four unique reception spaces and several ceremony locations, each offering its own special atmosphere.
- The Hillsong Chapel: A stunning glass-front chapel with spectacular mountain and river views. It comfortably seats up to 200 guests and includes air conditioning and a sound system for your convenience.
- Outdoor Ceremony Options: Say “I do” surrounded by nature at the Birdsong Open-air Gazebo, nestled in lush gardens and accommodating up to 120 guests, or choose the peaceful “Boskerk” among oak trees, perfect for up to 150 guests.
- Vivaldi Hall: Ideal for larger receptions, this spacious hall welcomes up to 300 guests and features a magnificent veranda with sweeping mountain views.
- Intimate Venues: For smaller weddings, Garibaldi’s Venue offers a cozy setting with a fireplace for up to 80 guests, while the rustic Chateau Rouge Hall provides a charming farmhouse-style atmosphere.
Exceptional Catering and Dedicated Wedding Support
Lavender Hill is known for its personalized service and outstanding catering. The on-site Jenka Restaurant delivers exquisite à la carte dining and manages all event catering with care. Plus, an experienced in-house events coordinator will guide you through every step, making your planning smooth and stress-free. The venue’s self-sufficient water and electricity systems ensure your day goes off without a hitch.
Comfortable and Stylish Accommodation for You and Your Guests
To make your wedding weekend even more special, Lavender Hill offers 28 uniquely themed chalets. These spacious, individually decorated suites feature elegant wooden furniture, air conditioning, and private patios where you and your guests can unwind. Highlights include a dedicated bridal dressing room, a groom’s room for his party, and a beautiful honeymoon suite with stunning views.
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Reviews (5)
- SSiyabonga Mkhize04/03/2024Great experience ! Great for weddingsGreat experience ! Great for weddingsI went to this place once and I had a great experience. It's great for weddings. I went to this place once and I had a great experience. It's great for weddings.
- JJulie Grimshaw04/03/2024Beautiful rooms, great service, friendly staff ! Beautiful rooms, great service, friendly staff !Had the pleasure of coming here again and must just say that the rooms are spacious, beautiful, the service is great and I had a fillet to die for! The staff are so friendly and efficient, a great place to stay if you are in this area Had the pleasure of coming here again and must just say that the rooms are spacious, beautiful, the service is great and I had a fillet to die for! The staff are so friendly and efficient, a great place to stay if you are in this area
- IItumeleng Kgoare04/03/2024Intimate wedding and wow, was beyond beautiful ! Intimate wedding and wow, was beyond beautiful !My wife and I had a small and intimate wedding with immediate family and close friends only and wow - the venue was beyond beautiful. Our go-to person was Joani and what a pleasure it was to work with her. She not only met our expectations but she SMASHED them. The decor was OUT OF THIS WORLD, the food was delicious and she made us feel like the most important people in the world. The sleeping rooms were absolutely stunning. Lavender Hill Estate is an absolute 10/10 venue for weddings.My wife and I had a small and intimate wedding with immediate family and close friends only and wow - the venue was beyond beautiful. Our go-to person was Joani and what a pleasure it was to work with her. She not only met our expectations but she SMASHED them. The decor was OUT OF THIS WORLD, the food was delicious and she made us feel like the most important people in the world. The sleeping rooms were absolutely stunning. Lavender Hill Estate is an absolute 10/10 venue for weddings.
- GGoitsemang Botlhale04/03/2024Most beautiful place, outstanding people ! Most beautiful place, outstanding people !The most beautiful place to go and unwind, have a picnic here and there, great venues for events, wedding, conferences etc. The people from the province are very kind, helpful and humble. The staff at this estate are wonderful, accommodative, helpful and kind. I urge anyone who wants to go for a short-left to definitely stop by this location. You will not regrets it. The people that served me during my stay there, Marcia, Patience, Tsoanelo, Lawrence, Kgosi were very outstanding.The most beautiful place to go and unwind, have a picnic here and there, great venues for events, wedding, conferences etc. The people from the province are very kind, helpful and humble. The staff at this estate are wonderful, accommodative, helpful and kind. I urge anyone who wants to go for a short-left to definitely stop by this location. You will not regrets it. The people that served me during my stay there, Marcia, Patience, Tsoanelo, Lawrence, Kgosi were very outstanding.
- GGugu Madikane04/03/2024Wedding with good decor, enjoyed food Wedding with good decor, enjoyed foodWe have attended my uncle's wedding at Lavender Hill Country Estate. The décor was good. The refreshments and food I have enjoyed. The room was neat and spacious. It had all the facilities that is required for good stay. The location was perfect out of the hectic life style of the city and view is great we could see beautiful mountains. I could connect with the nature that is surrounding the area. I enjoyed the buffet breakfast. The reception staff who help us to check-in and out was friendly. We have attended my uncle's wedding at Lavender Hill Country Estate. The décor was good. The refreshments and food I have enjoyed. The room was neat and spacious. It had all the facilities that is required for good stay. The location was perfect out of the hectic life style of the city and view is great we could see beautiful mountains. I could connect with the nature that is surrounding the area. I enjoyed the buffet breakfast. The reception staff who help us to check-in and out was friendly.
