The Past...
Grande Roche is situated on the site of the old De Nieuwe Plantatie in the Drakenstein valley of Paarl, South Africa. Its heritage dates back to 1717 when a grant of land was given to Hermanus Bosman.

Over the years the homestead grew and changed and, in 1876, it was renovated to reflect the then popular Victorian style. The farm was bought and modernised by the Du Toit family in 1926 and after a fire in 1953 it was rebuilt as a Victorian manor house.

It was finally restored to its original Cape Dutch splendour after careful research in 1991 and transformed into a luxury hotel. In 1993, the fastidious restoration was acknowledged when the Grande Roche Estate was declared a national monument.

... And the Present

Today Grande Roche is a celebrated international hotel, famous for its exquisite location in the heart of the beautiful Cape Winelands as well as for its luxurious, cosmopolitan accommodation, award-winning cuisine and matchless service and hospitality.

At a glance: -

• 29 luxury suites
• five executive rooms
• Weddings
• Conferences
• Bosman's Restaurant - Africa's first and only Relais Gourmand restaurant

Accommodation
The immaculately restored Cape Dutch homestead at Grande Roche dates back to the 18th century, and offers guests a variety of sumptuous accommodations which include 29 luxury suites and five executive rooms.

Each of our luxurious accommodations has been lavishly designed and decorated for the comfort and pampering of guests. We ensure that everyone who visits Grande Roche leaves with special memories of this unique estate escape - the treasure of the Cape Winelands.

Bosman's Restaurant

The recently renovated manor house at Grande Roche is the heart of the hotel and home to the award-winning Bosman's Restaurant. A fusion of imaginative and innovative epicurean delights will tantalize the most discerning of palates in Africa's first and only Relais Gourmand restaurant.

Bosman's is a 70-seater restaurant with a terrace and patio seating 60 in fine weather. It is open seven days a week. For groups of eight or more, the Banqueting department will help to choose a menu to suit the guest and the occasion. Dress code for the restaurant is smart - no "Jacket & Tie" requirement. There is wheelchair access throughout as well as designated parking bays.

Bistro Allegro

A sumptuous selection of the Cape's finest fare can be enjoyed in the relaxed and contemporary Bistro Allegro. Choose to enjoy your meal out on the pool patio or in its modern, colourful interior. There are fabulous dishes to savour like fresh salads, seafood, pastas, mouthwatering club sandwiches, delicious desserts, cakes and cheese platters. The Bistro Allegro is the perfect place for a pleasant and informal meal

Wedding Ceremonies at Grande Roche

It is always a pleasure for us to arrange weddings at Grande Roche. We take great care to ensure that everything is well organized; paying special attention to each and every detail to make your special day seamless and memorable!

Our intimate chapel has been carefully restored and is the perfect setting for quiet meditations or romantic wedding ceremonies. The quaint venue seats eight people, but a maximum of 14 guests can be accommodated with additional chairs. There is a scenic open area directly outside of the chapel, with beautiful views of Paarl Mountain and the Paarl Wine Valley, which can accommodate a further 45 guests.

Bosman's Lawn is used for larger wedding ceremonies and can accommodate 120 guests. The lush, magnificent lawn is situated beside the Manor House and boasts spectacular views of the Drakenstein Mountains.

Conference

The Vineyard Venue
The Vineyard Venue Banqueting Centre is surrounded by vineyards and plum orchards and is situated alongside the award-winning Bosman's Restaurant and Grande Roche Hotel.

This 5-star conferencing hall and amphitheatre - which seats 350 people - can be transformed to accommodate a variety of social functions e.g. weddings, anniversaries, product or vehicle launches and demonstrations. The venue is roughly 200 square meters and can be divided into 3 equal sections with seating for 10 to 200 people, depending on the setup.

The W.A. de Klerk Private Dining Room
The W.A. de Klerk Private Dining Room is located in the magnificently restored Manor House. The venue is ideal for private functions, board meetings, presentations or intimate candle lit dinners. With a fire place, large sparkling chandelier, restored Cape Dutch double doors and windows which lead onto the beautiful Pool Patio, this venue is both stylish and sophisticated.