An exceptional opportunity to acquire The Groves, a beautifully established and highly distinctive wedding and events venue set within the picturesque Caversham Valley in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.
Set on approximately 2.6 hectares, this remarkable property combines an established wedding business with extensive accommodation, beautifully landscaped gardens, mature orchards and approximately 500 metres of river frontage. The setting is quintessentially Midlands – rolling countryside, tranquil river views, established gardens and an atmosphere that lends itself perfectly to destination weddings, celebrations and boutique events.
The Groves is not simply a venue – it is a turnkey hospitality and lifestyle property with multiple income-generating possibilities, offering an incoming owner the opportunity to continue an established wedding operation while potentially expanding the accommodation, events or hospitality offering.
At the heart of the property is the enchanting riverfront wedding setting, with a beautiful stone-and-wood chapel nestled amongst the fruit orchard and overlooking the surrounding farmland. The chapel accommodates approximately 140 guests on existing pews, with capacity for up to 200 guests, creating an unforgettable ceremony backdrop.
The Orchard River Deck, positioned beside the tranquil Mpofana River, provides an additional magical outdoor ceremony or photographic setting. The original converted Stables, rich in character and old-world charm, have been transformed into an atmospheric entertainment and pre-reception space, while the elegant reception venue provides a sophisticated setting for dining and dancing for up to approximately 200 guests.
Extensive Accommodation
The property offers substantial on-site accommodation with a total capacity of approximately 24 guests across 12 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms, making it particularly attractive for destination weddings and multi-day celebrations.
Accommodation includes:
• Bridal Suite Home with multiple bedrooms, en-suite facilities, kitchen, scullery, dining room, bar and lounge – sleeping approximately 10.
• Additional Cottage with two en-suite bedrooms, sleeping approximately 4.
• Main Residence / Manor House, a character-filled thatched home with multiple bedrooms, bathrooms, open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge areas, honeymoon suite and loft accommodation – sleeping approximately 10.
• Three-bedroom staff accommodation with kitchen and two bathrooms.
The restored thatched Manor House is a particularly special feature, offering a private retreat overlooking the river and gardens. The Groves website describes it as a beautifully restored thatched home accommodating up to 16 guests across seven bedrooms, reinforcing its appeal as premium wedding accommodation.
Venue & Lifestyle Features
The property further offers:
• Established wedding and events venue
• Riverfront chapel and ceremony settings
• Orchard River Deck
• Reception venue in renovated original stables
• Approximately 200-guest event capacity
• Multiple entertainment areas
• Bars and guest facilities
• Disabled-access facilities
• Splash pool with fountain
• Additional water features
• Established gardens and fruit orchard
• Four storerooms
• Tool shed
• Double carport
• Ground trampoline
• Ample scope for additional accommodation or another residence
Infrastructure & Utilities
The Groves is exceptionally well equipped for a hospitality property, with:
• 2.6 hectares
• 3-phase Eskom electricity
• River pump
• Water filtration system
• Approximately 500m river frontage
• Mercedes generator
• 6 x 5,000L JoJo tanks
• 2 x 10,000L JoJo tanks
• Gas and electric geyser systems
• Additional storage and service infrastructure
The combination of river frontage, established infrastructure, extensive accommodation and event facilities makes this a rare offering in the Midlands property market.
A Rare Midlands Investment Opportunity
Whether you are an experienced hospitality operator, wedding-venue entrepreneur, lifestyle buyer, investor or purchaser looking for a unique family estate with an established commercial component, The Groves presents an exceptional proposition.
The property offers the rare combination of business, lifestyle, accommodation and natural beauty, all within one of the most sought-after countryside settings in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands.
There is also scope to further develop the property, with space available for additional accommodation or another residence, creating exciting potential for future expansion and increased revenue streams.
Price excludes VAT. The transaction may qualify for a 0% VAT rating if the purchaser is a registered VAT vendor and all applicable “going concern” requirements are met. Buyers are advised to obtain independent professional tax and legal advice.