Val de Vie Wine and Polo Estate

About Us

It is our pleasure to introduce you to Val de Vie Wine and Polo Estate, situated in the beautiful Franschhoek valley, Val de Vie is a landmark of unsurpassed excellence. Here dreams are transformed with zeal and fervency, from unexplored possibilities to magical experiences.

Whether you are planning an intimate wedding or a large corporate function, Val de Vie is the ideal setting for your event. Our venue is situated in a secure and secluded residential estate in the heart of the Cape Wine lands, surrounded by the majestic Paarl Franschhoek mountains.

Val de Vie offers world class polo and equestrian facilities where residents and guests can learn to play polo or relax at the Sabrage lounge bar and Restaurant to watch a live polo game whilst sampling our award winning wines produced on the Estate.

Val de Vie is a spectacular setting for memorable events with world class facilities, experienced events team and distinctive venues; you can be assured of a flawlessly executed occasion.

Val de Vie Wine and Polo Estate offers a matchless and distinctive lifestyle experience, just 40 minutes from Cape Town. Whether you’re looking for secure, luxury country living, dreaming of a perfect wedding venue, or wish to experience world-class wines and great polo – we’ve brought it all together to offer you a unique, truly superior lifestyle experience

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Your Wedding

There are few venues as luxurious as Val de Vie. The interiors are uniquely appointed with imported decor, cherished antiques and marble floors. Because we understand that every detail is important, you can be certain that your event at Val de Vie will be truly exceptional.

Our hiring is of the highest quality; expect nothing less than crystal glassware, flawlessly polished cutlery and the finest crockery. Furthermore, the events team can organise leadings chefs and catering companies to create a dazzling menu, while the estate includes a fully equipped bar. Val de Vie also has a team of professionally trained in-house service staff, and two vintage Rolls Royce vehicles can meet your transport requirements in style.

With our taste for the extraordinary, we can also arrange additional elements to enhance your event, such as a private polo match for you and your guests to enjoy.

Hosting an event at Val de Vie offers you the luxury of choice. With several unique venues within the estate, you can discover the perfect setting in which to celebrate your occasion.

The Val de Vie Polo Pavilion… This is a unique entertaining area that takes any occasion to new heights. Spend your special day here with a bespoke wedding package that meets your every need and expectation.
Expect nothing less than the exceptional!

The Ballroom… The imposing ballroom is perhaps one of the most prestigious venues for luxury weddings, extravagant parties and major conferences. Three huge silver chandeliers illuminate this French inspired venue, which also boasts an imported bamboo laminated dance floor, compressed to form the hardest wood known to man and flanked by gleaming marble tiles. Equipped with some of the finest facilities in the land, this is an unparalleled setting for the most special of occasions.

The Founder’s Lounge… Entertain in style at the Founder’s Lounge, a refined setting for intimate weddings, dinner parties or cocktail functions.

Sabrage Lounge… Venues don’t get much more chic than Sabrage Lounge, a sophisticated bar that’s ideal for relaxed but elegant events.

The Terraces… The expansive terraces form a spectacular space that overlooks the polo fields and the surrounding winelands. Complement this area with a crisp white Bedouin tent, and you’ll have the perfect venue for outdoor entertaining.

The Dining Hall… The Dining Hall is particularly popular for grand celebrations and formal dinners. With its high ceilings and unique sense of place, this venue is ideally located beside the estate’s lush polo fields.

The Annex… With views of the polo fields, this versatile space is a blank canvas for your event. Host a private dinner party with close friends, or celebrate a special birthday in style.

Introducing a unique concept that takes all the stress out of planning an event: once you have reserved Val de Vie as your venue, we will send out a personalised save the date to all your guests and manage the guest list on your behalf.