Winery Road Forest is an award-winning forest wedding venue in the Cape Winelands, set in Firgrove, Stellenbosch. It offers a bespoke destination experience within a private estate, 23 minutes from Cape Town International Airport and 35 minutes from Cape Town city. The venue is exclusive and not open to the general public, so each celebration enjoys complete privacy and dedicated attention. Midweek and winter discounted rates are available.
The heart of the property is its exclusive forest, created for weddings and celebrations. As the sun sets through the trees, the setting is bathed in a golden evening glow that creates a naturally romantic atmosphere. The forest backdrop lends itself to striking photography and memorable outdoor moments surrounded by nature.
For couples seeking a dedicated ceremony setting, the all white chapel provides an intimate and charming alternative. With a breathtaking view of the forest, it offers a calm, stress-free and all-weather space for exchanging vows. This purpose-designed chapel ensures comfort and continuity regardless of the season.
Behind the forest lies the dam, a serene spot that frames pre-reception drinks and photo sessions. The ter reflects dramatic views of the Helderberg and Stellenbosch mountain ranges, creating a signature Winelands panorama for portraits and candid images. This area flows naturally with the rest of the venue, adding variety to the day’s itinerary.
A private on-site dressing room elevates pre-ceremony preparations. Elegant and plush, it is photo-ready and designed for bridal parties to get ready in comfort. The proximity to the ceremony and reception spaces helps keep timelines smooth while offering a beautiful backdrop for those special getting-ready moments.
Receptions are hosted in the elegant rustic Barn, which opens to a cosy garden courtyard scented with mint, jasmine and roses. The Barn’s character pairs well with refined styling or more natural concepts, and the courtyard invites guests to mingle between courses. Under bistro lights and African stars, the courtyard becomes a lively evening setting, with open fire baskets creating a rm and welcoming atmosphere for family and friends to connect and dance.
For couples planning a destination celebration, the venue’s hidden honeymoon accommodation, The Simon, adds a final touch of convenience and privacy. This cosy suite is designed for two and looks out over the dam, allowing newlyweds to retreat on-site after the festivities. Having accommodation on the property simplifies logistics and extends the experience into a relaxed overnight stay.
Winery Road Forest pairs its spaces with full-service wedding and event planning and management. The in-house team offers comprehensive end-to-end support, coordinating ceremonies, pre-reception drinks, receptions and send-offs across the Forest, Chapel, Dam, Barn and Courtyard. With a one-event-per-day approach, the team focuses entirely on each couple, creating a seamless flow between locations and ensuring that every detail is managed in line with the venue’s bespoke ethos.
Located in Stellenbosch, the venue serves local and destination clients who value the Cape Winelands setting and convenient access to Cape Town. The combination of exclusive natural scenery, thoughtfully designed spaces and an experienced planning team makes Winery Road Forest a one-stop destination venue. From intimate ceremonies to elegant receptions under the stars, it provides a cohesive environment for weddings and celebrations shaped around each couple’s vision.
