Imagine a wedding at Mont Rochelle; Sir Richard Branson’s private wine estate in the gourmet capital of the Cape Winelands; Franschhoek. Our number one priority is ensuring your big day is exactly as you dreamed it would be; and more for you, your partner, and your guests.
Mont Rochelle has a picturesque location at the foot of the Klein Dassenberg Mountain Range in Franschhoek; making it the perfect setting for your destination wedding day. The hotel has 22 rooms and suites accommodating up to 44 x guests in the hotel, and 4 suites accommodating up to 8 x guests in the Manor House. We can host much bigger celebrations by working with nearby hotels and guest houses in Franschhoek to accommodate the rest of your party.
Africa A-Z can arrange a tailored Cape Winelands wedding experience for you and your guests that are staying at the hotel. Most arrangements for up to 30 people can be done in-house. For larger parties, we will match you with a great wedding planner.
Mont Rochelle Wedding Venues
Mont Rochelle cater to those who prefer private, romantic weddings or to larger wedding parties. With a range of locations for both ceremonies and your reception. How about a private picnic for two with a bottle of Cap Classique to celebrate? Or, a more formal affair in Miko Restaurant, or both! We will offer suggestions based on the time of the year and your party size.
Menus at Mont Rochelle are tailored to your liking. For smaller parties, a seasonal a la carte menu, braai (BBQ), or a set menu to suit your taste. Reception dinners are usually held in either the main restaurant, Miko, or in The Country Kitchen.
Some of the venues would be included in exclusive use rates, others have a small cost associated to their hire.
Mont Rochelle wedding in Cape Winelands
Miko Restaurant:
Miko Restaurant is a stunning location for for up to 60 people and those wanting a formal dining location for their wedding reception.
Country Kitchen Restaurant:
The Country Kitchen can be used both as a ceremony site and as a reception area. In the case of bad weather, the Country Kitchen restaurant area can effortlessly be transformed into a beautifully modern country-style ‘chapel’.
The Rose Garden:
If you are looking for a more contemporary wedding, there is the three-tiered lawn in front of the Manor House and Rose Garden. These two areas have endless possibilities to hold both ceremonies and receptions for up to 80 people.
Manor House:
The stunning modern Manor House is ideal as a reception area with its dining room doors folding open to join the courtyard as one big dining area.
Country Kitchen Bell:
This pretty spot with a decorative bell tower is perfect for up to 20 people. It’s located in a courtyard between the Country Kitchen and the Wine Cellar.
Vineyard Rooftop:
With endless views of the surrounding mountains and vineyards, this lawn setting is adjacent to Miko Restaurant and Terrace. This space can cater to up to 80 people comfortably.
Private Picnic:
A private picnic by the dam is the perfect place to toast the happy couple for smaller and intimate parties of up to 10 people.
Gazebo:
Perfect for those looking for an outdoor intimate ceremony overlooking the beautiful South African vineyard
Wedding Ceremony at Mont Rochelle
Mont Rochelle Wedding Packages ↓
Perfectly Intimate Wedding Package
Includes Wedding coordination of up to 30 people A single-tier wedding cake Canapes and Methode Cap Classique A personalized gift for the wedding couple Legal fees & Minister costs plus travel costs for the Minister Bridal bouquet & groom buttonhole
Your 2024 Perfect Wedding Day package is: R26,800 plus your accommodation.
Mont Rochelle Exclusively Yours Wedding Package
Hiring Mont Rochelle exclusively is perfect for those who want to celebrate in style with friends and family. The Exclusively Yours wedding is based on 44 guests. However, additional guests can be accommodated in the Manor House or in nearby hotels and guest houses in Franschhoek at an additional cost. Mont Rochelle can host weddings for up to 80 guests.
This package requires a minimum two-night stay.
These Exclusive Use Rates Include: Exclusive use of Mont Rochelle (excluding the Country Kitchen), its gardens, and all 22 rooms and suites if booking the hotel only or 26 rooms and suites if hiring both the Manor House and hotel. Daily a la carte breakfast Daily 3-course lunch or dinner chosen from our menu at Country Kitchen (lunch only) or Miko A drinks package per person per day personalized for your group Complimentary wine tasting Complimentary selection of drinks and snacks from the in-room minibar
2024 Exclusive Use Rates
Cape Winelands Exclusive Use Wedding Package Costs in South African Rands
7th January until 30th April 2024
1st May until 30th September 2024
1st October until 19th December 2024
Manor House exclusive use of 4 suites (8 adults)
85,000
Mont Rochelle without Manor House = 22 rooms and suites (44 adults)
417,000
315,000
450,500
Mont Rochelle and Manor House = 26 rooms and suites (52 adults)
502,000
400,000
535,500
Please note that the above options do not include room hire fees.
Why not add that special touch to your ‘Perfectly Intimate’ wedding package with any of the following: A 3-course wedding dinner menu from R1 250 per person in 2024. Flower Decorations Limousine Transfers from Cape Town and surrounding areas DJ or Live Entertainment
