Welcome to Bona Dea Private Estate
We are an award winning wedding venue in the Overberg. We also host spectacular conferences & functions.
Nestled between fragrant fynbos, award-winning vineyards and swatches of olive trees, Bona Dea Private Estate is the perfect Hemel-en-Aarde wedding and function venue. Whether you’re planning a breathtaking winelands wedding or a spectacular corporate function, our venue is the perfect year round, all-weather venue. So all that’s left to do is to say ‘yes’…
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Bespoke weddings & unforgettable functions
Spectacular celebrations are our business and we specialise in bringing your ideas to life.
Whether you’re planning a memorable wedding or business function, our team of imaginative, resourceful and flexible event planners will make it happen.
Bona Dea is just a stone’s throw from Hermanus and the beautiful Cape Whale Coast. Our gem of a venue was designed with your event in mind – conveniently located, exceedingly elegant, and yet, remarkably comfortable.
Wedding Services Book A ViewingConference and Function Venue
Bona Dea Private Estate offers exceptional facilities for conferences, seminars, etc.
We've hosted an assortment of different functions, from an orchestral concert all the way to the annual Pinot Noir Celebration. 'Situated just outside of Hermanus, at the very beginning of the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Bona Dea Private Estate is an easy 90 minute drive from Cape Town… The perfect change of pace from the city hustle and bustle.
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"What an unbelievable experience! What an absolutely gorgeous venue! Top drawer service. I was there to DJ for the wedding, but I was treated exactly the same way as the guests. To all brides-to-be, I recommend this venue 120%. Awesome accommodation, stunning wedding venue, breathtaking views, PHENOMENAL service, ample parking, and a brilliant crew of individuals that treat you like family. Thoroughly impressed. See you guys again soon!"
- Brendan Paul Wickstrom DJ In The Mix Productions
"I wanted to personally thank you for a spectacular event. We've had great feedback, and the guests could not stop talking about it. You have a wonderful venue, but more than that, your staff are the best I have worked with. You are professional and go above and beyond. I am confident we will be seeing each other again!"
- Beverley Holmes Event Manager
Thank you for making our dream day a reality and going out of your way with fantastic service to make everyone feel comfortable.
Nomaswazi Tshabalala Bride
Not once has my breath not been taken away by the beauty and magic that the Bona Dea Team manage to create… The professionalism, preciseness, and attention to detail are something like no other!
Billy-Jean Raad Photographer
Exceptional venue and experience!
Tom Knowler Function Attendee
Marriages are made in heaven,
weddings are created on earth
Actually, they are made at Bona Dea Private Estate…
Our gorgeous venue was completed in 2015. Extra care was taken in the planning of the Dendrobium Venue Complex and, as a result, it functions as flawlessly as a bird in flight. Our magnificent terraces were designed for marvelling at the beautifully manicured gardens and the breathtaking natural landscape beyond.
The tailoring of the original Cape Dutch style farmhouse, to become the ultimate in private and exclusive event hosting, was completely worth the effort. The careful renovations resulted in elegant, yet, light and airy indoor and outdoor spaces.
Bona Dea Private Estate is hailed as one of the most romantic and dramatic locations in South Africa. And, if you take a moment to breathe in the beauty of the surrounding area, you’ll dream of your own Hermanus wedding. Come for a viewing… Our team would be delighted to receive you and your entourage at the Estate for a cup of tea and a guided tour.
Wedding Services Book A ViewingWhat we offer
A variety of entertainment spaces and added-value services, all wrapped into one elegant package. For a detailed Info Kit, get in touch with our team of event planners.
Treed Terrace / Chapel
Whether you’re planning an outdoor event or an intimate indoor ceremony, we’ve got the perfect spot for every season.
Cocktail Bar Lounge
This beautifully furnished room, with its leather couches and wingback chairs provide the perfect area for your guests to enjoy a drink and mingle.
The Magical Ballroom
Your guests will be absolutely enchanted as they step into the magical Ballroom with its glittering fairy light ceiling.
Dessert Room
Perfect for the cake cutting ceremony and for displaying dessert canapés, this opulent room is the cherry on top of a luscious wedding.
Dendrobium House
With designer lounge seating for up to 30 guests, and large fireplaces, Dendrobium House is the perfect addition to a comfortable winter wedding.
Gardens & Parking
Our manicured gardens make a remarkably beautiful backdrop to wedding photos. And your guests are assured of safe and secure parking.
Love what you see? Book a viewing today!
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