Highberry Vineyards & Venue is a boutique wine farm and owner-run wedding venue on Sir Lowry’s Pass Road, Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, Western Cape, perched roughly 200 metres above sea level on the Schapenberg near Somerset West. Completed in late 2018 and managed on-site by Tim, Highberry Vineyards & Venue offers a 125-guest barn-style reception venue set among 60 hectares of vineyards, dams, and horse paddocks, with sweeping views of False Bay, the Helderberg Mountains, and the Hottentots Holland range. Highberry has been named one of South Africa’s top three wine farm wedding venues for four consecutive years by the country’s leading online wedding directory.

The Wedding and Function Venue

Highberry Vineyards & Venue’s main reception space seats up to 125 guests inside, including room for a dance floor, and is styled as a modern countryside barn with authentic, sophisticated finishes that require minimal additional décor. The venue includes:

• A fully equipped kitchen for on-site catering
• A licensed bar
• Two separate spacious lawns for ceremonies, marquees, canapés, or live music
• The Pine Loft chapel, an upstairs space offering flexibility for indoor ceremonies and smaller meetings
• Large covered patios overlooking the vineyards and mountains

The Tuscan-inspired Manor House on the property is available for the bride and her bridesmaids to prepare on the day of the wedding, with one bride describing it as “a tranquil, gorgeous space” that helped calm her nerves before the ceremony.

The Vineyard and Setting

Highberry Vineyards & Venue sits on a 60-hectare working wine farm producing cool-climate Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc, reflecting the estate’s coastal Schapenberg climate. Highberry has restored 12 hectares of the property from previously planted alien pine trees back to its original indigenous Renosterveld habitat, part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, over a five-year rehabilitation project that has brought local birdlife and small wild animals back to the land. Wine tastings at Highberry Vineyards & Venue are available by appointment for guests wanting to sample the estate’s wines.

Dining and Catering

Highberry Vineyards & Venue’s fully equipped on-site kitchen supports catering for weddings and events, with guests specifically praising dishes prepared by chef Arno, including “the most amazing food” with beautiful plating. Reviewers have also singled out the butter chicken and poppadoms served at events, and one wedding party thanked the team for including complimentary artichokes grown on the property. A cash bar is available at Highberry Vineyards & Venue, and couples are advised to pre-order wine in advance if they want it served at their event.

Getting There and Contact

Highberry Vineyards & Venue is at Sir Lowry’s Pass Road, Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7135 (also listed as Highberry Farm, Farm 25 D, Sir Lowry’s Pass, Somerset West, 7130), tucked into the Hottentots Holland foothills approximately 45 minutes from central Cape Town.

• Phone: +27 (0)79 122 1840
• Email: ti*@**********co.za
• Website: highberry.co.za

One reviewer suggested clearer signage on the approach roads, as the route to the venue can feel confusing even when guests are on the correct track.

Best For

Highberry Vineyards & Venue suits couples planning a medium to large wine farm wedding, with capacity for up to 125 seated guests plus a dance floor, as well as corporate events and romantic getaway celebrations. Manager Tim and the Highberry team are repeatedly praised by name in reviews for going above and beyond, answering detailed pre-wedding questions, and ensuring every event runs smoothly. Reviewers recommend visiting Highberry Vineyards & Venue in good weather to fully appreciate the outdoor views of vineyards, mountains, dams, and horse paddocks that define the property.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where is Highberry Vineyards & Venue located?
A: Highberry Vineyards & Venue is on Sir Lowry’s Pass Road, Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7135, on the outskirts of Somerset West. It is roughly 45 minutes from central Cape Town, tucked into the Hottentots Holland foothills on the Schapenberg.

Q: How many guests can Highberry Vineyards & Venue accommodate?
A: Highberry Vineyards & Venue seats up to 125 guests inside its barn-style reception venue, including space for a dance floor. Two additional outdoor lawns are available for ceremonies, marquees, canapés, or live music.

Q: Does Highberry Vineyards & Venue have a chapel for the ceremony?
A: Yes, Highberry Vineyards & Venue includes the Pine Loft chapel, an upstairs indoor ceremony space that also works for smaller meetings. Couples can also hold ceremonies outdoors on one of the venue’s two spacious lawns.

Q: Is there a space for the bridal party to get ready on-site?
A: Yes, Highberry Vineyards & Venue offers the Tuscan-inspired Manor House on the property for the bride and her bridesmaids to prepare before the ceremony. Reviewers describe it as a tranquil, gorgeous space with views over the vineyards.

Q: Does Highberry Vineyards & Venue offer catering and a bar?
A: Yes, Highberry Vineyards & Venue has a fully equipped on-site kitchen and a licensed cash bar. Couples wanting specific wines served at their event are advised to pre-order wine in advance.

Q: Can you do wine tasting at Highberry Vineyards & Venue?
A: Yes, Highberry Vineyards & Venue offers wine tastings by appointment, featuring the estate’s cool-climate Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc. The farm’s coastal Schapenberg location contributes to the character of its wines.

Q: Who manages Highberry Vineyards & Venue?
A: Highberry Vineyards & Venue is owner-run, with Tim managing the venue and coordinating directly with couples and event hosts. Reviewers consistently praise Tim and his staff for excellent communication and going above and beyond in the lead-up to events.

Q: What makes Highberry Vineyards & Venue’s setting distinctive?
A: Highberry Vineyards & Venue sits on a 60-hectare working wine farm with views of vineyards, dams, horse paddocks, and the Hottentots Holland mountain range from its large covered patios. The estate has also restored 12 hectares of land to its original indigenous Renosterveld habitat as part of a five-year biodiversity project.

For more wine farm and wedding venues in the Helderberg and Somerset West area, browse our Cape Town event venues directory, or explore all Western Cape event venue listings on Event Venues SA for venues across the province.