Vrede en Lust
- Venue Pax
- 120 with indoor dancing; 150 with dancing outside
- Overnight Pax
- 40 guests
- Indoor ceremony
- Enquire about covered alternatives
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes — garden lawn
Between Paarl and Franschhoek, the estate combines Cape Dutch architecture, mature oaks and mountain views. The different parts of the wedding are close together, giving guests an easy flow from vows to drinks and dinner.
Preparations at Vrede en Lust
The Manor House is a lovely setting for wedding preparations, with characterful rooms and space for your wedding party. Onsite accommodation includes the Manor House, Vineyard Rooms and Jonkmanshuis cottages, with space for up to 40 overnight guests.
Staying on the estate lets you enjoy the build-up with family and friends, walk to the main wedding spaces and make a weekend of the celebration. A welcome gathering by the pool is a wonderful way to begin.
Ceremony at Vrede en Lust
The lawn in front of the Manor House places the ceremony against white Cape Dutch gables, mature trees and the surrounding mountains. The garden creates a welcoming setting for guests and a beautiful backdrop for the walk down the aisle.
Discuss a covered alternative with the estate when planning your ceremony and guest layout.
Photo Session at Vrede en Lust
The Manor House, oak trees and garden paths give us classic Winelands portraits close to the celebration. We use the tree-lined areas for softer light, then move into the vineyards for leading lines and wider mountain views.
A short session near sunset brings warmer light across the vines. The combination of architecture and landscape means we can create a varied set of photographs without taking you away from the reception for too long.
Your wedding photographs at Vrede en Lust
We know the locations, light and wedding-day flow here. Share your plans and we’ll help you choose your photography coverage.
Reception at Vrede en Lust
The Vineyard Terrace looks out over the estate through frameless glass, connecting the reception with the scenery. The venue covers roughly 300 m², with a 250 m² covered area, and works beautifully with candlelight, flowers and views of the vines.
The estate publishes seating for 120 guests with dancing indoors, or 150 when the dance floor is outside. Choose your layout with the team so dinner, speeches and the party have a comfortable flow.
For guests travelling from Cape Town, the estate is a convenient Winelands destination. Onsite rooms also let close family enjoy the celebration from preparations through to the following morning.
Find Vrede en Lust
Venue website: www.vnl.co.za
Real weddings at Vrede en Lust
See how the day comes together in these full ZaraZoo wedding stories.







