Wellington is the Winelands' best-kept wedding secret, offering mountain-ringed wine estate ceremonies at 30-50% less than Stellenbosch or Franschhoek. The Hawequa mountain backdrop is dramatic, the estate wines are award-winning, and every venue listed here has on-site guest accommodation. The town's lower profile means more availability, more flexibility, and more negotiating room. If you want a Winelands wedding without the Winelands price tag, start here.
Jan van Riebeeck Dr, Wellington, 7654
The most established Wellington wedding venue. Ceremony on the oak-lined lawn, reception in the renovated cellar. Capacity 180 guests. 10 guest suites on the estate. Estate wines served at your table -- the Pinotage is the crowd favourite. Venue hire from R35,000. Catering from R750pp.

R301, Wellington, 7654
Set on the road to Bain's Kloof with the Hawequa range as your backdrop. The converted wagon house seats 120 for dinner. Outdoor ceremony area faces the mountains. 8 self-catering cottages for wedding guests. The estate Chenin Blanc is excellent. Venue hire from R18,000. Catering from R650pp.

Bovlei Rd, Wellington, 7654
Intimate estate in the Bovlei valley with vineyard and mountain views. The stone barn reception venue seats 100. Ceremony in the lavender garden or among the vines. 6 guest suites available. The Shiraz is the estate star. Venue hire from R22,000. Catering from R700pp. Best for smaller, more personal weddings.