One of a kind...
The Lakeside is located in the beautiful countryside to the east of Pretoria, just a 30 minute drive from the city. With breath taking views over the lake and landscaped lawns, watch while the wildlife graze at just a stone’s throw away It is the perfect location for one of a kind wedding which will capture your heart.
130 hectares of perfect nature and a spectacular view of the lake, our venue boasts exquisite gardens filled with tall pine trees, various antelope and a heritage house that was built more than 120 years ago.
The Lakeside affords you every opportunity when it comes to planning and executing your envisioned wedding. We provide a flexible range of catering, floral arrangements and decor options to allow you to design your dream wedding.
VENUE
HIRE
2025
Monday – Thursday
R 32 000 (ZAR)
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Friday
R 54 000 (ZAR)
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Saturday, Public Holiday
or Day Before
R 64 000 (ZAR)
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Sunday
R 38 000 (ZAR)
*prices include VAT
2026
Monday – Thursday
R 34 000 (ZAR)
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Friday
R 58 000 (ZAR)
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Saturday, Public Holiday
or Day Before
R 68 000 (ZAR)
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Sunday
R 40 000 (ZAR)
*prices include VAT
Winter
(June & July)
We're running an incredible Winter Special for June and July weddings.
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Click HERE for more information and pricing.
PRICING
FOOD & DECOR
2025
Per Person
R 1 200
2026
Per Person
R 1 400
Included in your Venue Hire:
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Exclusive use of the entire estate for the day of your wedding
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Day use of the Beauty Room for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready in, including tea and coffee station
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Day use of the Bridal Suite for the bride and bridesmaids to take photos in
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Day use of the Groom’s Suite (Honeymoon Suite) to get ready in and take photos
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Honeymoon Suite for overnight stay for 2 people
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Generator that starts up automatically in the event of a power failure
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In House Venue Coordinator from 08h00 until 22h00
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Use of the Premises for an Engagement Shoot (booking essential)
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On Site Decor & Food Meeting, and an additional Final Meeting
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Use of Canape Area After Closing Time (no additional cost)
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CEREMONY AREA:​
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2 x Confetti Stands & Bowls
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Wooden Easel
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White Round Arch
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Registry Table and 2 Chairs
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White Tiffany Chairs
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DJ Table & Power Point
CANAPE AREA:
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Wooden Easel
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High Cocktail Tables
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Cafe Tables & Chairs
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Lounge Pockets
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1 x Waiter per 24 Guests
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1 x Barmen per 60 Guests
RECEPTION AREA
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White Tables & Ghost Chairs
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Sound System
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Perspex Podium
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Fairy Lights (add on for R 1000)
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DJ Table & Gift Table
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Plinth for Cake & Cake Knife
Included in your Food & Decor:
FOOD INCLUDED:
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Flavoured Water Bar on Arrival
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4 Course Meal
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4x Canapes
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Starter (plated)
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Main (plated or buffet)
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Dessert (plated)
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Top Up Package +R400 includes:
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Homemade Iced Tea on Arrival
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x1 Alcoholic Welcome Drink (per guest – single tot)
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Choice of Harvest Table OR Dessert Table
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Sorbet - Palette Cleanser
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Choice of 2 Options for Main
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Meal (with RSVP selection)
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Nespresso Bar
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Late Night Snacks (half guest count)
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DECOR INCLUDED:
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Silver Cutlery
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Selection of Glass Underplates
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Napkins (white or coloured)
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Mesh Table Runners
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Wine & Champagne Glasses
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Selection of Vases (6 per table)
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Candle Sticks (4 per table)
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Dinner Candles (4 per table)
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Votives & Candles (4 per table)
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EXCLUDED:
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Hair / Make Up / Photography /
Videography / DJ / Stationary /
Wedding Cake / Accommodation -
All Florals (to be done by The Lakeside’s in-house team; cannot be brought in)
All menus are customisable and you will meet with Chef to create a menu that is unique to you as a couple.
Have your nearest and dearest continue the celebrations into the morning with our 9 on-site rooms that sleep up to 18 guests.
All our accommodation is reserved for your exclusive use on the evening of your wedding.
Accommodation
ACCOMMODATION
PRICING
2025
Starting From, Per Room
R 1 800.00
2026
Starting From, Per Room
R 1 900
Things to note...
The Lakeside can host a maximum of 200 guests (160 with a dance floor inside our Marble Reception), and require a minimum of 80 paying adults on a Saturday and Public Holiday, 60 on a Friday or the day before a Public Holiday and 40 on a Thursday or Sunday. If you're looking at a Monday - Wednesday wedding, head over to our Weekday Weddings page.
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Due to the high number of enquiries we receive, our bookings work on a first come first serve basis. To secure your wedding date, a 50% non refundable deposit is required along with our signed T&Cs.
The Lakeside Weddings & Events exclusively uses their in house service providers for flowers and decor, no external service providers will be allowed.
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Your Venue Hire includes an in house venue coordinator on the day of your wedding until 22h00. For an additional fee, we can provide the option of a Wedding Coordinator who will be with you every step of your journey, assist in leading up to your big day and managing all the stresses and hiccups along the way.
