LUXURIOUS WEDDING DESTINATIONS - IN THE COUNTRY

Romance can only blossom in this beautiful wildlife lodge, and whether you want to indulge in an intimate sunset supper overlooking the sights or take a hot air balloon ride with champagne over the sprawling landscape and beyond, there are plenty of ways to make this unique location the perfect honeymoon destination.

Weddings and private functions are also perfectly suited to this lodge, and the surrounding grounds are exceptionally beautiful, setting the stage for a wedding that is bound to be truly sensational. Bespoke itineraries mean that you can explore the area with friends and family at your leisure, and there is adventure to be had at every turn whether that’s safari game drives, picnics in the bush or a night of traditional dance and cuisine put together by the lodge’s impeccable staff.

Corporate functions also find a home here, and with almost 3,000 square metres of event space the lodge is ideal for a product launch, business function or professional banquet. Available for complete exclusive use and with tonnes of modern amenities such as an indulgent spa and high speed internet, this location is a fun way to bring a more exotic feel to any sort of function you want to arrange.

From bespoke menus, wine lists, music and more, the staff at the country house are happy to tailor your experience in every way so that your event is always special and unique. Dedication to guest’s comfort is of paramount importance, and the house has gained numerous awards throughout the years from a host of magazines and organisations, including Best Event Venue and Best Wedding Venue, proving how wonderful the facilities are.

One of the key draws of this elegant country house is how versatile its event rooms are. Whether you want to host an important meeting with colleagues somewhere with the necessary gravitas, attend a dazzling themed dinner party or even begin your happy ever after with your significant other, the gardens and function rooms are visually spectacular and easily transformed to suit any occasion or theme.

A perfect party venue that combines contemporary glamour with an incredible historic setting, this country house is one of those locations that elevates every occasion to a higher realm of elegance and will suit any idea you have in mind.

From weddings with a regal charm to corporate functions that are guaranteed to have a sense of occasion, what really puts this venue on another level is the sheer majesty of its interior design. As one would expect from a royal palace, every room is lavished in sumptuous details, and as past owners have all left their mark the result is an opulent and chic setting that is part art, part stately home and entirely suitable for anniversaries, birthday parties, wedding receptions and more.

One of the finest areas within the palace is The Orangery. Built in the 1700s as a place for Queen Anne to keep her orange trees, instead the space was quickly the setting for flamboyant balls and celebrations and remains a similarly sumptuous venue today. A premier wedding venue for those who want a royal flourish to their big day, The Orangery’s tranquil settings can hold up to 150 guests or 120 for a dinner and dance – ideal for those grand occasions that need a suitably impressive setting.

The gardens of this palatial venue are also a fantastic choice for any sort of function, and no matter whether you’re looking for a spacious and accessible area to hold a large-scale corporate show or want an outside ceremony sure to be remembered, this venue is undoubtedly one of the most impressive the world has to offer.

Many of the guest rooms have private plunge pools or integrated steam hammams, and all of the rooms benefit from incredible views of the nearby mountains or the distant city lights, offering a breathtaking experience even when you’re simply relaxing in your room. If you want to venture out however there is a yoga studio and even a hairdresser and salon on site – just the ticket for pre-wedding pampering or for making sure you look your best before an evening event.

World class dining is one of the defining features of this beautiful hotel, and alongside the hotel granting you access to two of the city’s premier golf clubs, an unbeatable spa and numerous gym and fitness options and activities, the grounds are also simply stunning just to explore at your own pace, especially when on a romantic honeymoon or break away from home.

The hotel’s event rooms are just as impressive as its gorgeous architecture, and the landscaped gardens alone can host up to 1,000 guests – ideal for when you have a large-scale corporate function to plan or want a wedding or celebration on a superior scale. The interior reception rooms and function rooms are also sumptuous and unique, and even intimate, smaller functions will feel right at home in this globally acclaimed venue.

From dazzling fusion cuisine at the hotel’s restaurants and the ability to tailor menus and food options to suit your every whim to the sheer grandeur of the hotel itself, this destination venue is guaranteed to be the dream setting for your event, especially if you’re looking for something luxurious, exciting and one of a kind.

Those looking for a room lavish with grandeur should consider the acclaimed Marlborough Room. Ideal for anniversary parties, dinner parties and any event that requires a real sense of occasion, this fabulous room has double vaulted ceilings and large fireplaces, creating a cosy atmosphere that is also a good choice for smaller wedding ceremonies.

One of the most impressive event spaces in the palace is undoubtedly the Great Hall. A magnificent room that has a height of 67ft, the ceiling also features a beautiful painting by James Thornhill. An unforgettable venue for a grand dinner or a drinks reception, the Great Hall can be used alongside the Saloon (another area in the palace characterised by its delicate wall and ceiling paintings by Louis Laguerre) as an area for both drinks and dinner, creating a level of timeless luxury that is unlikely to be beaten elsewhere.