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Drakensbergkloof

Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal
4.6 on Google · 56 reviews

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About Drakensbergkloof

Attention The wedding venue is currently closed for weddings and functions.

The stables, Safari tents and Chalets are still available for booking. Drakensbergkloof, where your world seems to pause…Drakensbergkloof Guest Farm and Wedding Venue is situated on the farm Doornhoek located between Memel in the Free State and Newcastle in beautiful KwaZulu-Natal. With its rich Reception Hall The thatched roof reception hall can accommodate between 60 and 250 guests and is ideal for both small and large weddings. Even when packed to capacity there is more than enough space for a large dance floor to add to the celebrations. After the ceremony, guests can revel in the beautiful view over the dam while enjoying canapés. The reception hall has a rustic feel and is an ideal option for the bridal couple who prefers to put their own unique stamp on the look and feel of their wedding. The hall provides the ultimate setting for a wedding with a natural, countryside feel. Natural elements such as rock and water makes the reception one-of-a-kind event. The wooden box Edison lights hanging from the rafters are hight adjustable and creates an amazing effect when hanging over the tables. The hall offers enough dark wooden tables and chairs for the reception and blends in perfectly with the natural and rustic look of the hall. Rock walls that are a staggering 10 meters high form part of the hall structure and adds to the unique and natural look of the reception. The perfect venue to make your dream wedding a reality. Its perfect right? Click here Holkrans Chapel This unique little chapel is located within the cliffs of Drakensbergkloof and was naturally formed through years of water running through the mountains to the farm. A small waterfall is always present, but during summer months the water flow can be quite strong producing a thunderous, awe-inspiring sound – absolutely beautiful. The chapel is located close to the reception hall. Wooden logs with cushions act as chairs for your guests, ensuring a unique and natural look for the chapel. A three-tier rock-formation provides more seating for guests, as well as a grassy area with even more seating. The chapel can accommodate up to 250 guests. Guests enter the chapel through wooden doors on a stone path leading up to the cliff and after the ceremony return via the stone path to await the newly married couple. The bride may choose to make her long-awaited entrance from the front or through a secret path through the forest from behind the guests. The Holkrans chapel offers couples an opportunity to promise their everlasting bond to each other in a spectacular and picturesque setting like any other. The tranquil sounds of nature, birds singing and the beautiful flow of the waterfall adds to the unforgettable romance of the ceremony. Request more information

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4.6

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Mariana Boshoff

Google review

We really enjoyed our stay there. We were a large Family group . Lovely rooms and a very large kitchen with all the necessary equipment and apliances and enough space for fun and games. An outside fire pit where we sat talking to late in the night. A large dam with a waterfall ideal for rowing. and fishing. Something for everyone.

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Pierre Luus

Google review

Amended my review. The scenery is breathtaking, the wedding was splendid and we really enjoyed the whole weekend. The fishing spots on the premises are popularly beautiful. During a rainy time, the grounds become slippery and traction becomes challenging.

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Aurora Els

Google review

Honestly THE MOST wonderful venue for a wedding. From when we decided to plan our wedding, we met with the wedding coordinator and the venue/decor coordinator who made our planning as smooth as silk. Our vision for our wedding was picturesque. The staff went above and beyond our expectations. If I had any stress about anything, the wedding coordinators had it sorted it out in a jiffy. The time and care and love that was shown to us this entire time has been something I don't think many others could have done. I highly recommend this venue and team if you are looking for professional and beautifully done wedding.

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Manda Property Practitioner

Google review

Lovely bonfires, beautiful clear night sky, stables units close to dining unit creating intimate atmosphere. Decent beds and bedding, comfortable sleep, no door/curtain to shower/toilet, so plan your room sharing arrangements

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Between Memel & Newcastle, Memel, Newcastle, 2940, South Africa, Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, 2940

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