A private function venue near East London
Year-end functions, milestone birthdays, team building and private celebrations for up to 250 guests — with on-site catering, a licensed bar, boutique accommodation and a golf course on the doorstep.
Every reason to celebrate
Our venues are scalable and can be dressed to suit the occasion — from an intimate private dinner to a full year-end function.
Year-end functions
Thank the team somewhere they’ll remember. Dinner and dancing in the Rosewood venue, drinks on the deck, and rooms on site so nobody has to drive home.
Milestone birthdays
Twenty-first, fortieth, sixtieth. Panoramic windows, an accessible bar and a room that looks as good at midnight as it does at sunset.
Team building
Golf-themed team building on an SA Top 100 course, breakaway spaces for the serious bits, and a braai to finish the day properly.
Gala dinners & awards
Banquet seating for up to 250, a stage and podium on request, full AV and sound, and a backup generator so the night never stops.
Private dining
Smaller gatherings, anniversaries and family reunions — Chef’s Table evenings and set menus at Governors House.
Governors HouseConferences
Planning something more formal? Our 4-star conference centre handles workshops, training and product launches.
View conferencingVenues & what’s included
Rosewood Venue
A large, open space with panoramic windows, hanging chandeliers, an accessible bar and an adjoining deck and lawns for drinks and canapés. Roller blinds for privacy, excellent sound projection, multiple access points and dedicated toilet facilities.
Projector & screen · PA system (on request) · Stage (on request) · Free WiFi & air-con · Backup generator
Nyala Room
A large, modern room with its own private entrance, ample parking and an in-room coffee and food station, with quick access to the restaurant. Well suited to team building, smaller functions and breakaway sessions.
Projector & screen · PA system (on request) · Free WiFi & air-con · Backup generator · Private entrance
Catering & bar
Menus prepared fresh on site, from canapés and braais to plated banquets. Licensed bars and tailored drinks packages.
Stay the night
Twenty-four 4-star boutique rooms on the estate, plus a spa, pool and gym — so guests celebrate without watching the clock.
View the hotelGolf & activities
Golf-themed team building, a driving range, a 5km nature trail and free-roaming wildlife — there is always something to build a day around.
Golf & team buildingEnquire about your event
Tell us what you’re planning and roughly how many guests. Our events team will come back with availability, a room setup and a tailored quote — including catering, bar and accommodation.
Events: events@olivewoodestate.com
Reception: +27 (0) 87 350 4310