We visited Wilde Lodge on a rainy Sunday in September, and despite the drizzle, we completely fell in love. We knew we wanted somewhere that felt like a home away from home, a place where all our guests could stay on-site and where we could truly make a wedding weekend of it. Jemma showed us around and answered every question we had. Her love for Wilde Lodge shone through, she genuinely cares about the venue, the staff, and making sure each couple’s day is exactly how they’ve dreamed it to be.
Jemma introduced us to Jess, our amazing wedding coordinator, and from the very first call we knew we were in safe hands. Her passion and excitement for bringing our day to life made the entire experience so special.
The house and surrounding countryside are absolutely breathtaking and provided the most stunning backdrop for our wedding photos and video. There was plenty of space for both the bridal and groom parties to get ready separately. It became a fun little game trying to avoid bumping into each other before the ceremony!
One of the many reasons we loved Wilde Lodge was their warmth and flexibility, from serving custom his and hers cocktails to welcoming our puppy along to the weekend, which truly made the day feel complete.
The staff were incredible from start to finish. They were super friendly, helpful, and always one step ahead. They helped us set up the day before, taking so much stress off our shoulders, and during the wedding itself they made sure everything ran seamlessly. As soon as we walked out of the ceremony, we were greeted with a glass of bubbles and even handed our own tray of canapés while we mingled with guests, such thoughtful touches that meant so much to us. They even signed our guestbook at the end of the night!
At the end of the night, the team were quick to tidy up and lit the fire pits so we could sit under the stars and enjoy one last drink before heading to bed which was a perfect end to a perfect day.
We had our ceremony in the Long Barn, which was already beautifully decorated with fairy lights and ivy woven through the beams. It had such a natural, earthy charm that needed very little extra decoration. The Safari Tent was ideal for moving from dinner to dancing, and the turn around was quick and seamless whilst we cut our cake. Jemma and her staff know the venue so well, they made it feel like we were the only ones there whilst effortlessly catering and transitioning the space throughout the day to perfectly flow with our plans.
The Open Barn offered a lovely, relaxed space to chill and chat, and the next day it became the perfect spot for our post-wedding braai with guests who stayed over in the cozy Hels Bells tents. We loved that the venue had garden games for cocktail hour too, it kept everyone entertained and laughing while we took our photos.
Wilde Lodge is truly something special. A place that feels warm, welcoming, and full of heart. Every part of our weekend there was filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect setting to start our married life together.We visited Wilde Lodge on a rainy Sunday in September, and despite the drizzle, we completely fell in love. We knew we wanted somewhere that felt like a home away from home, a place where all our guests could stay on-site and where we could truly make a wedding weekend of it. Jemma showed us around and answered every question we had. Her love for Wilde Lodge shone through, she genuinely cares about the venue, the staff, and making sure each couple’s day is exactly how they’ve dreamed it to be.
Jemma introduced us to Jess, our amazing wedding coordinator, and from the very first call we knew we were in safe hands. Her passion and excitement for bringing our day to life made the entire experience so special.
The house and surrounding countryside are absolutely breathtaking and provided the most stunning backdrop for our wedding photos and video. There was plenty of space for both the bridal and groom parties to get ready separately. It became a fun little game trying to avoid bumping into each other before the ceremony!
One of the many reasons we loved Wilde Lodge was their warmth and flexibility, from serving custom his and hers cocktails to welcoming our puppy along to the weekend, which truly made the day feel complete.
The staff were incredible from start to finish. They were super friendly, helpful, and always one step ahead. They helped us set up the day before, taking so much stress off our shoulders, and during the wedding itself they made sure everything ran seamlessly. As soon as we walked out of the ceremony, we were greeted with a glass of bubbles and even handed our own tray of canapés while we mingled with guests, such thoughtful touches that meant so much to us. They even signed our guestbook at the end of the night!
At the end of the night, the team were quick to tidy up and lit the fire pits so we could sit under the stars and enjoy one last drink before heading to bed which was a perfect end to a perfect day.
We had our ceremony in the Long Barn, which was already beautifully decorated with fairy lights and ivy woven through the beams. It had such a natural, earthy charm that needed very little extra decoration. The Safari Tent was ideal for moving from dinner to dancing, and the turn around was quick and seamless whilst we cut our cake. Jemma and her staff know the venue so well, they made it feel like we were the only ones there whilst effortlessly catering and transitioning the space throughout the day to perfectly flow with our plans.
The Open Barn offered a lovely, relaxed space to chill and chat, and the next day it became the perfect spot for our post-wedding braai with guests who stayed over in the cozy Hels Bells tents. We loved that the venue had garden games for cocktail hour too, it kept everyone entertained and laughing while we took our photos.
Wilde Lodge is truly something special. A place that feels warm, welcoming, and full of heart. Every part of our weekend there was filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. We couldn’t have imagined a more perfect setting to start our married life together.