Grande Roche - Winelands
Grande Roche is located in Winelands. Find out more about Winelands here.
Grande Roche is situated on the site of the old De Nieuwe Plantatie in the Drakenstein valley of Paarl, South Africa. Its heritage dates back to 1717 when a grant of land was given to Hermanus Bosman.
Over the years the homestead grew and changed and, in 1876, it was renovated to reflect the then popular Victorian style. The farm was bought and modernised by the Du Toit family in 1926 and after a fire in 1953 it was rebuilt as a Victorian manor house.
It was finally restored to its original Cape Dutch splendour after careful research in 1991 and transformed into a luxury hotel. In 1993, the fastidious restoration was acknowledged when the Grande Roche Estate was declared a national monument.
... And the Present
Today Grande Roche is a celebrated international hotel, famous for its exquisite location in the heart of the beautiful Cape Winelands as well as for its luxurious, cosmopolitan accommodation, award-winning cuisine and matchless service and hospitality.
HONEYMOON SUITE
Lounge, bedroom (king size bed), bathroom (double shower and jacuzzi), private sun terrace and separate enclosed patio, DVD/CD Player.
(50m + terrace 28m)
18 TERRACE SUITES
Lounge and bedroom (14 twin beds, 4 king size beds), bathroom separate shower and bath, double basins), underfloor heating, front terrace with garden furniture and ceramic and terracotta flooring, overlooking the vineyards. All on one level.
(51m + terrace 27m)
5 DUPLEX SUITES
(Suites on two levels)
Ground level: lounge, guest toilet first floor: bedroom (5 twin beds), bathroom (separate shower and bath facilities), 2 wash basins.
(+/- 65 m)
5 JUNIOR DUPLEX SUITES
(Suites on two levels)
Ground level: lounge, guest toilet first floor: bedroom (5 queen beds), bathroom (separate shower and bath facilities, Semillion Suite with shower only), 2 wash basins.
(+/- 50 m)
5 STANDARD ROOMS
Integrated lounge/bedroom
(3 king size, 3 queen size beds), bathroom (separate shower and bath; Saddle with shower only).
(+/- 37m + +/- 45m own terrace or lawn)
Bosman's Restaurant
The recently renovated manor house at Grande Roche is the heart of the hotel and home to the award-winning Bosman's Restaurant. A fusion of imaginative and innovative epicurean delights will tantalize the most discerning of palates in Africa's first and only Relais Gourmand restaurant.
Bosman's is a 70-seater restaurant with a terrace and patio seating 60 in fine weather. It is open seven days a week. For groups of eight or more, the Banqueting department will help to choose a menu to suit the guest and the occasion. Dress code for the restaurant is smart - no "Jacket & Tie" requirement. There is wheelchair access throughout as well as designated parking bays.
Bistro Allegro
A sumptuous selection of the Cape's finest fare can be enjoyed in the relaxed and contemporary Bistro Allegro. Choose to enjoy your meal out on the pool patio or in its modern, colourful interior. There are fabulous dishes to savour like fresh salads, seafood, pastas, mouthwatering club sandwiches, delicious desserts, cakes and cheese platters. The Bistro Allegro is the perfect place for a pleasant and informal meal.
Wedding Ceremonies at Grande Roche
It is always a pleasure for us to arrange weddings at Grande Roche. We take great care to ensure that everything is well organized; paying special attention to each and every detail to make your special day seamless and memorable!
Our intimate chapel has been carefully restored and is the perfect setting for quiet meditations or romantic wedding ceremonies. The quaint venue seats eight people, but a maximum of 14 guests can be accommodated with additional chairs. There is a scenic open area directly outside of the chapel, with beautiful views of Paarl Mountain and the Paarl Wine Valley, which can accommodate a further 45 guests.
Bosman's Lawn is used for larger wedding ceremonies and can accommodate 120 guests. The lush, magnificent lawn is situated beside the Manor House and boasts spectacular views of the Drakenstein Mountains.
Wedding Package
A welcome drink awaits you on arrival at Grande Roche with a fruit basket and mineral water in your suite.
Accommodation for three nights in the Honeymoon Suite, inclusive of a South African breakfast with sparkling wine & oysters. This can be enjoyed in your suite, on your private patio or as a leisurely breakfast on the Manor House terrace.
Prepare for your special day by having a shoulder and back massage or, a reflexology treatment.
A hairdresser will attend the bride in the privacy of the suite.
To spoil her further she can choose one of the following options:
Professional make up, a Mini facial and a Honeymoon Gift pack;
or a hand massage with a French manicure;
or if preferred, a Pedicure with ankle/calf massage and exfoliation.
The ceremony will be held in the hotel's 300 year old chapel and conducted by a local minister. For couples who are not South African citizens, we will arrange for the authentication of the marriage to comply with legal registration in their home country (Please see page 2 for details regarding documentation, etc.).
Seasonal flowers of your choice will be supplied by our florist for the bridal bouquet and buttonhole for the bridegroom, as well as arrangements for the chapel and Honeymoon Suite.
An organist, playing on the 19th century pedal organ in the chapel, will play three pieces of music from the selection compiled by the organist.
To commemorate the occasion, your names will be engraved on a brass plaque on the chapel door.
For you to celebrate the occasion, our pastry chef will prepare a wedding cake for up to eight guests, with your preferred filling and decorated with fresh flowers.
A romantic five course dinner for two, excluding wine, served in the award-winning Bosman's Restaurant, or if you prefer in the WA de Klerk Private Dining Room.
General information:
Wedding couples who are not South African citizens or holders of a permanent resident's permit must comply with certain regulations for their marriage to be valid in their home country.
At least three weeks before the wedding the marriage officer needs to have photostats of the following documents from the bride and groom -
Passports of the bride, groom and witnesses if applicable;
Death Certificate of spouse - if applicable;
Document confirming divorce - if applicable.
The day before the wedding, the marriage officer needs to see the originals of these documents and certify the copies. The couple then completes a 'Declaration of Intent'.
After the wedding we will arrange for all the documents and the Marriage Register to be taken to Home Affairs. The abridged marriage certificate issued by Home Affairs is signed and stamped by a Magistrate to complete the procedure. Please note that this process takes 6-8 weeks to finalize.
The Apostle (full Marriage Certificate) will then be valid both in South Africa and in the home country of the wedding couple.
From ZAR 22 350
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