A photoshoot location like no other in East London
Coastal forest, river views, manicured lawns, rolling fairways and free-roaming wildlife — a dozen distinct backdrops on one secure estate, thirty minutes from East London.
Every backdrop you need, within walking distance
Most locations give you one look. Olivewood gives you a dozen. Move from dappled forest light to open fairways, from the Chintsa River estuary to manicured gardens and the elegant interiors of the Rosewood venue — all inside a single secure estate, without moving the car.
Nyala, impala and bushbuck wander freely across the estate, and golden hour over the valley is worth planning around. Ample parking, clean facilities and a restaurant on site make long shoots comfortable for everyone — and if the weather turns, we have beautiful interiors to fall back on.
Enquire about a shootChoose your backdrop
The river & estuary
Coastal forest
Fairways & greens
Gardens & lawns
Rosewood interiors
Beach & ocean
Whatever the occasion
Photographers, couples and families are all welcome. If your shoot isn’t listed, ask us — we can almost certainly accommodate it.
Engagement & couples
Golden hour on the fairways, quiet forest paths and river views — a romantic setting without the crowds.
Anniversary & milestone
Mark the occasion somewhere memorable, then stay for lunch at the Clubhouse or Governors House.
Family & maternity
Safe, secure and easy underfoot, with wildlife nearby and plenty of shade for little ones.
Matric dance & graduation
Dress up and make an entrance. Elegant interiors and sweeping grounds for photographs that last.
Bridal shoots
For couples married elsewhere who want Olivewood as their backdrop. Getting married here? Photography is part of your day.
Weddings at OlivewoodCommercial & video
Brand shoots, lookbooks, music videos and film. Exclusive use of a pre-arranged area can be arranged.
Enquire about a photoshoot
Tell us the type of shoot, your preferred date and roughly how many people. We’ll confirm availability, send you current rates and arrange access to the areas you want to use.
Bookings: events@olivewoodestate.com
Reception: +27 (0) 87 350 4310
Good to know — Olivewood is a working estate, hotel and golf club. Professional shoots in public areas require pre-approval from management, and we ask that you respect the privacy of other guests in the restaurants and communal areas. Rates vary by shoot type, duration and whether you need exclusive use of an area; drone work must be cleared in advance.
Call reception