Weddings & Events

“The Premier Wedding Venue in the Western Cape”

Nestled in the picturesque Western Cape, Faraway Estate is the ultimate wedding and events venue in South Africa, seamlessly blending glamour and romance with an opulent manor set in the breathtaking countryside. As one of the most sought-after wedding venues in the Western Cape, it offers a luxurious and private setting for unforgettable celebrations.

“Breathtaking Views and Elegant Ambiance”

At Faraway Estate, your wedding dreams come to life against the stunning backdrop of northern mountain views and the vast landscapes of the southern valley. The estate evokes the charm of lavish English countryside parties, featuring a grand foyer, sweeping staircase, large chandeliers, and ceiling-high French doors that open to the enchanting outdoors — the perfect stage for an elegant Cape Winelands wedding or sophisticated Western Cape countryside celebration.

“Versatile Event Spaces”

Whether you’re planning a grand marquee wedding on the valley-facing greens or an intimate indoor celebration, Faraway Estate offers versatile event spaces to suit your needs. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to the entire ground floor, ensuring a seamless and luxurious experience at this exclusive Western Cape wedding venue. From intimate ceremonies to large-scale events, Faraway Estate caters beautifully to every style.

“Picture-Perfect Memories”

With the manor’s impressive architecture and the surrounding natural beauty, Faraway Estate provides the perfect setting for wedding photos that range from dreamy to dramatic in a single shoot. Capture your special moments in a venue as stunning as your love story — a truly luxury wedding venue in the Western Cape, designed to elevate every celebration.

Wedding &
Event Planning

Planning your dream wedding or event at Faraway Estate requires the presence of a dedicated coordinator to ensure your special day is flawless. If you choose to utilise our Wedding Coordinator or On-the-Day Coordinator, she will work tirelessly to make your special day everything you’ve ever dreamt of — providing expert guidance for couples seeking a seamless celebration at a Western Cape wedding venue.

Experience peace of mind with our expert coordination and flexible payment options, ensuring your wedding or event is as seamless and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a grand affair, our wedding planning and event coordination services help bring your vision to life.

To secure your date at Faraway Estate, we require the following payment schedule:

  • 50% Deposit: To secure your date
  • 40% Payment: Due 1 month prior to booked date
  • 10% Final Payment: Due 1 week prior to booked date

Packages

Please note these prices below in the table are for 2024 and 2025

GUESTSJAN – APR & SEP – DEC
(Weekends)		JAN – DEC
(weekdays)		MAY – AUG
(weekdays)
1 – 20R72 000R57 600R63 000
21 – 40R77 000R61 600R67 000
41 – 60R82 000R65 600R72 000
61 – 80R88 000R70 400R77 000
81 – 100R94 000R75 200R82 000
365

DAYS OF THE YEAR

Includes

  • Exclusive use of the Estate for your stay
  • Accommodation for 24 people for two nights
    (Value: R49 600)
  • Security
  • In-house cleaner for two nights
  • 13x Wooden Tables
  • 120x White Chairs
  • Ceremony Facilities
    (Chapel, Geometric Arch, 16x Wooden Benches and 3x White Plinths)
  • Setup of Tables and Chairs
  • Furniture
    (1x Lounge Pocket, DJ Booth, Bar, 3x Cocktail Tables and 12 Cocktail Chairs)
  • Cleaning Staff
  • Generator with Petrol

Excludes

  • Marquee Tent
  • Dance Floor
  • Flowers & Decor
  • Crockery, Cutlery and Glasses

Additional

Faraway Estate is not licensed. This is an immediate saving on all Bar Cost & Corkage Fee, plus there is no curfew for your celebrations to end as the bar needs to close.

A temporary liquor license can be obtained through a professional bar service should you wish to offer a cash bar service to your guests.

We supply professional waiters to ensure a smooth operation and stress-free event. One per 15 guests @ R120 per hour (transport excluded) / Minimum 7 hours is required.

You can now spend the day traversing through all the local attractions whilst having the peace of mind that your little ones are looked after by ‘Besige Bytjies’ babysitter and tutor.

For more info contact Jena: +27 (0) 79 075 1461 | besigebytjies.jena@gmail.com

2026/2027 PACKAGES

CONNECT

+27 (0) 79 898 9746
info@farawayestate.com

R43
Villiersdorp
6848

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