Do estate venues handle both ceremony and reception?

Most do. You'll often marry among the vines or in a garden, then move to a cellar or banqueting hall for the reception — all on one estate, so no guest travel in between.

Is on-site accommodation available for wedding guests?

Many estates offer suites and cottages for the wedding party and overnight guests. Where they don't, we'll arrange nearby stays and keep the whole party close.

Can you help plan wine experiences around the wedding?

Absolutely — welcome tastings, vineyard tours and post-wedding brunches are a beautiful way to extend the celebration. Tell us your plans and we'll weave them in.

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A wedding at Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren is a historic Cape Dutch farm in the Franschhoek/Simondium area, famous for its expansive fruit and vegetable gardens, luxury accommodation, and farm-to-fork dining.

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The estate

The celebration

Your day at Babylonstoren

Interested in celebrating here? Ask us about the wedding options available at Babylonstoren.

Explore the estate beyond weddings

Beyond the celebration

Around Babylonstoren

A look around the estate, separate from the wedding and stay photos.

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Stay at Babylonstoren

Babylonstoren Hotel offers Farmhouse Suite and Red Studio, Garden and Fynbos cottages, plus exclusive-use Manor House and Fynbos Family House amid gardens, vineyards and Simonsberg views.

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Accommodation

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Manor House

5 bedrooms (king-size each; 2 rooms option of twin beds)

5 bathroomsBaths10Sleeps

Features

exclusive-use (booked as a unit)
breakfast included
Cape Dutch manor dating to 1777
bookshelves

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Fynbos Family House

5 bathrooms (freestanding baths)

5 en-suite bedroomsBeds10Sleeps

Features

exclusive-use home
fireplace in each bedroom
fully equipped kitchen (glass cube)
spacious lounge
private central courtyard
private / crystal pool
Cape Dutch-style
foot of Simonsberg and Franschhoek mountains

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Fynbos One-Bedroom Cottage

1 bedroomBeds1 bathroomBaths2Sleeps

Features

kitchen
lounge

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Fynbos Two-Bedroom Cottage

2 bedroomsBeds2 bathroomsBaths4Sleeps

Features

kitchen
lounge

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Garden One-Bedroom Suite

1 bathroom (luxurious en-suite)

1 bedroomBeds2Sleeps

Features

lounge area
fireplace
bookshelves
thick walls
elegant gables

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Garden One-Bedroom Cottage

1 bedroomBeds1 bathroomBaths2Sleeps

Features

kitchen
lounge

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Garden Two-Bedroom Cottage

2 bedroomsBeds2 bathroomsBaths4Sleeps

Features

kitchen
lounge
fireplace
bookshelves
Cape Dutch style
glass-cube kitchen

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Garden farm cottage

1 en-suite bathroomBaths2Sleeps

Features

kitchen area
dining table
fireplace seating

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Farmhouse Suite

1 king bedBeds1 bathroom (en-suite marble)Baths2Sleeps

Features

walk-in cupboards
cast-iron stove
extra-length sofa
botanical theme

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Red Studio

1 en-suite bathroomBathsoutdoor showerShowers2Sleeps

Features

studio apartment
fireplace
kitchenette
private entrance
pétanque courtyard
outdoor shower in secluded garden

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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Yes — the Cape Winelands is one of the world's most sought-after wedding destinations, with estates offering everything from intimate vineyard ceremonies to grand cellar receptions. Each venue page shows what's possible.