CELLAR 1848 - WEDDING, FUNCTION & CONFERENCE VENUE NEAR MONTAGU, ROUTE 62, WESTERN CAPE
Situated near Montagu on the Route 62, this exquisite venue, nestled within the natural splendour of the Karoo, has set CELLAR 1848 (previously Cabrières d’Avignon), apart as one of the area’s most coveted wedding hotspots.
The wine cellar venue dates back to the 1800’s and is characterised by its authentic charm as well as the glamour that accompanies the 16 baby chandeliers and the attention to detail. Beside it is situated the elegant tasting room with its fireplace and 23-meter outdoor verandah.
All around these beautiful facilities are the breath-taking vineyards, fynbos and mountains of the South African Karoo.
Weddings & Functions at Cellar 1848
CELLAR 1848 venue boasts both indoor and outdoor seating facilities, which means a Bedouin tent can be erected for an Outside Venue with stunning sunset views for a larger reception of up to 180 guests. More intimate receptions of up to 90 people can be held in the Indoor Venue inside the Restaurant.
There is an option for a space to have the bridal couple’s ceremony outside under the big pepper tree (weather permitting), otherwise the local church is just 5km‘s away.
- Venue accommodates 100 – maximum of 120 guests (suppliers included)
- Exclusive use of the venue for reception and outside ceremony area on the farm
- Canapés and pre-drinks area
- Pre-drink and bar area furniture available
- Use of the bar, French style bistro tables and wine ice buckets and beer baths (No ice included)
- Boutique gin bar equipment and glasses included
- French style Bistro chairs included for the reception
- Cutlery included for reception
- Crystal glassware included for the reception
- Crockery included for the reception
- Pre-drinks and canapés glassware & oak platters included for service
- Restrooms - outside entrance during pre-drinks (wheelchair friendly)
- Cleaning Post function for Cellar1848-owned facilities and items
- Backup generator in case of power failure (cannot run the DJ equipment)
- Multiple electrical sockets around the venue
- Wood supplied in winter for the fireplace
- Cleaning of the venue before and after the wedding
- Fully licenced Cash bar & glassware & ice included for the reception
- Additional décor elements available for your usage at no charge: Easel, table for DJ setup, ceremony arch selection, letter post box for gift table, vintage photo frame for table seating chart.
In addition to weddings, CELLAR 1848 also caters for:
- Engagements
- Anniversaries
- Birthdays
- Season parties
- Dinner functions
- End-of-year events
CELLAR 1848 provides the idyllic setting in which to celebrate your most special day with friends and family members. Engaged couples are assured of a passionate and professional approach; one that continuously exceeds the expectations of our valued clients.
Accommodation at Cellar 1848
Accommodation is on the beautiful family owned farm, amidst peaceful and tranquil surroundings in the Baden Valley. Situated only 5km outside Montagu, a village on the scenic R62, it is the ideal place to relax and enjoy nature. Guests are encouraged to wander around the farm and can enjoy long relaxing walks through vineyards and amongst Klein Karoo Fynbos. The area provides cyclists with ample opportunities for country rides of various elevation / distance challenges. We offer accommodation for 22 guests in self-catering cottages and private luxury glamping air-conditioned tents. This is subject to availability and booked as a separate entity.
Please contact Jane and the team directly for enquiries.
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