BONA DEA PRIVATE ESTATE

Bona Dea Private Estate in the breath-taking “Hemel-en-Aarde Valley” in Hermanus is hailed as one of the most dramatic and romantic locations in South Africa. The venue boasts, Best Wedding Reception Venue, Best Wedding View, Best Ceremony Finalist and Top 10 Wedding Venues in South Africa, chosen by Wedding Collection Online Magazine.

This remarkable Venue incorporates traditional elements combined with a bold modern renovation. The ballroom is suitable for up to 200 guests, with an adjacent bar area, two cocktail lounges with large fireplaces, and modern restroom facilities. While most ceremonies are held on the treed terrace adorned with 20,000 fairy lights, there is an indoor chapel available too.

All accommodation options are conveniently located, exceedingly elegant, and yet, remarkably comfortable (sleeps 22 pax sharing). Offering idyllic spaces in which to relax and unwind with your family or an intimate group of friends, before and after the celebrations. Bona Dea presents three elegant self-catering units on the estate.

The five-bedroom Mountain Villa a contemporary architectural masterpiece has room for ten guests. The entrance to the villa is via a walkway over a tranquil koi-pond leading into the spacious open-plan reception area, which is perfect for socialising and has a 16-seater dining table, lounge and kitchen as well as a fireplace. Sliding doors lead directly out onto a patio providing a seamless connection to the great outdoors. There is a study with a temperature and humidity control system for your wines. For your convenience, a scullery and laundry area. The lower level offers a cosy lounge, fireplace and kitchenette. This leads out onto a spacious sundeck, a perfect place to soak up the remarkable scenery while you unwind with comforts which include a lap pool, jacuzzi and steam room.

Olive Cottage consists of two units, sleeps four and two guests respectively and can be booked separately or together. The upper level at Olive Cottage has a fully fitted open-plan kitchen, dining room and lounge area with an indoor fireplace. There are two bedrooms, one en-suite double and one with two single beds and separate bathroom each with a bath, shower, basin and toilet. Olive Cottage - lower level is a one-bedroom (double bed) studio cottage with a magnificent view. There is a kitchenette and small lounge. A private under cover braai patio with table and chairs setup to enjoy the spectacular views. There is a bedroom with a bathroom which has a bath, double shower, basin and toilet.

Spectacular celebrations are our business, and we specialise in bringing your ideas to life. Bona Dea offers a variety of entertainment spaces and added-value services, all wrapped into one elegant package. Your perfect year-round, all-weather venue.

Bona Dea is a “must see” award-winning venue. First prize would be an on-site private viewing and consultation (All Covid-19 Health & Safety Regulations in place) or book a VIRTUAL appointment with our expert event planners to identify your requirements, discuss budget options and explore our list of professional service providers. Bona Dea offers convenient terms for postponement, and 100% of your deposit will be applied as a credit and transferred to your new date.

All that’s left do is say YES!

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