Love is the bridge
between you and everything
The Main Venue at Chez Charlene, Pretoria East
Five-star wedding & conference venue
Grand, timeless
and unmistakably yours
The Main Venue seats 350 guests at round tables, or 400 banquet-style with a dance floor. Majestic chandeliers, full in-house state-of-the-art sound and lighting, a wooden dance floor, teak bar, cigar lounge, patios and a separate buffet station - all fully air-conditioned.
Our in-house sound engineer keeps every moment running smoothly, from the first note in the chapel to the last song on the dance floor.
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Exquisite & luxurious
What you get
Elegant & air-conditioned
Chapel
The Main Venue chapel embodies romance, elegance and beauty. The timeless décor allows for beautiful photos that capture the moment forever. It seats up to 350, fully air-conditioned and equipped with sound.
Crystal chandeliers
Reception
Beneath a constellation of crystal chandeliers, the reception hall unfolds in a symphony of elegance. The light cascades, touching each table with a soft glow, as if the stars themselves had descended to bless the union.
Incredible photo opportunities
Gardens
Flawless architecture coupled with picturesque gardens and lavish fields where horses graze and gallop. This 27-hectare private estate offers endless possibilities for romantic photographs.
Pricing 2026-2027
Venue hire, plus your menu
Hire depends on the venue, season and day. Your coordinator, chapel, reception set-up, sound engineer and backup power come with it. Prices exclude VAT.
Good to know
Questions we are
often asked
How many guests does the Main Venue hold?
The Main Venue hosts 100 to 400 guests: 350 at round tables, or 400 banquet-style with a dance floor.
Is there a minimum number of guests at the Main Venue?
Yes, the Main Venue has a minimum of 100 guests. If your booking is below the minimum, a 35% per-person surcharge applies for each guest short.
How is pricing worked out?
Two parts: the hire of your chosen venue, which depends on the season and the day of the week, plus a per-person package of R950 per adult. Venue hire starts at R21 000 for the Boutique Venue and R26 000 for the Main Venue. All rates exclude 15% VAT, which is added to your final invoice.
Is there a chapel at the Main Venue?
Yes. The Main Venue has its own chapel seating up to 350, fully air-conditioned and equipped with sound.
Is there accommodation for the couple?
Yes. The Main Venue has four double rooms sleeping eight guests, including the Honeymoon Suite for your wedding night, which is included when you book the Main Venue.
Is catering done in-house?
Yes. Every menu is prepared in our own kitchen, plated or semi-buffet, and your dietary requirements are confirmed in your quotation.
Can we bring our own suppliers?
Yes. You are welcome to bring your own photographer, decorator, florist, stationery, cake and other suppliers. The only thing we do not allow is self-catering, as all food is prepared by our kitchen. The one exception is strictly Halaal catering, for which a surcharge applies.
How much is the deposit?
A 20% deposit secures your date. It is deducted from your total booking amount.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations and date changes must be made in writing, and payments already made, including the 20% deposit, are not refunded. If you cancel 61 to 90 days before your event, 50% of the outstanding balance is also payable; 31 to 60 days before, 80%; and within 30 days, the full outstanding balance. The full Terms & Conditions come with your quotation.
What happens if there is load-shedding?
Nothing changes for your event. The estate has a backup generator and a solar system, so the lights, sound and kitchen keep running.
Can we come and see the venue first?
Yes, by appointment. Viewings are Wednesday to Friday 09h00 to 15h00 and Saturday 09h00 to 12h00, and do not take place during a wedding. Book a viewing with our office first.
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