Intimate events. Magnificent moments.
Moments@Golden View is a new, intimate space in Clarens for those who wish to have a unique and meaningful ceremony filled with memorable moments. With intimacy and love in mind, it is the epitome of a destination function venue, accentuated with magnificent mountain views and excellent facilities.

Small-scale events
The focus is on small-scale events, ceremonies and celebrations with a difference. Moments@Golden View is an inviting, tranquil space that connects nature and divinity. Situated at the foothills of the Maloti Mountains, the venue overlooks a beautiful orchard and the majestic Mount Horeb. This makes it the ideal spot for an alfresco brunch, luncheon or dinner beneath an old Willow tree.
Venue within a stunning setting
The idea for an honest, unpretentious venue came when Golden View owners Burger and Jolena planned their own wedding a few years ago. Being confronted by the size and scope of a traditional wedding, stressed them out. As strong individualists, they opted to rather embrace the notion of a small, alternative celebration.
They started looking for a venue within a stunning setting that catered for a small ceremony, but it proved to be a huge challenge. This gave life to the idea to establish an intimate micro event venue in Clarens where one can enjoy and capture special moments with a small number of important guests.
“The ability to simplify means eliminating the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak” – Hans Hofmann

Advantages of a Small Ceremony
Personalize your wedding/ceremony
Every aspect of the day should be meaningful. This means you can omit aspects that don’t excite you. Rather splurge on the details that really matter to you – the flowers, the food, the dress or the photographer.
Unwind and be wed
One of the key benefits of an intimate wedding is that it is way less stressful than a big, traditional bash. With only your nearest and dearest in attendance, you can relax and savor the moment.
Treat your most special guests
A shorter guest list reduces expenses. Savings can be used to personalize the guests’ experience.
Spend quality time with your partner and guests
With a wedding on a micro scale, you have the luxury of a whole weekend of celebrations with your significant other and those closest to you.

Design and incorporate symbolism
At Moments@Golden View, a range of beautiful, natural elements are present that can be used or combined as themes or symbols to give meaning to your special day. These include:
- Mountain – a symbol of divine inspiration, consistency and stillness
- Willow tree – a symbol of nature, fertility and life
- Fruit orchard – a symbol of abundance and fertility
- Roses – a symbol of love, romance, gratitude and grace
- Fire – a symbol of passion, desire, rebirth and purification
- Sky – a symbol of infinity and eternity
Venue location
235 Bester Street,
Clarens,
Free State
Clarens,
Free State
Venue description
A 3000 square metre property with luxury self-catering accommodation, access to an outside deck with a floating table and seating, pergola and fire pit
Photo opportunities nearby
- The gardens at
Moments@Golden View - Golden Gate National Park
- Clarens Kloof Dam
Guest capacity
Reception – maximum of 22 guests. On-site accommodation – maximum of 14 guests
Off-site accommodation – Oak on Church (house) and Square Roots (couple studio) accommodates an additional 8 guests
Off-site accommodation – Oak on Church (house) and Square Roots (couple studio) accommodates an additional 8 guests
Price range
Basic Celebration Package from R24 000 (see below)
Celebration Package (A few highlights:)
- Two night stay with access to all the self-catering units on the 3000 square metre property
- Welcoming cheese platters for guests staying on the premises (maximum of 14)
- Champagne & Chocolate hamper for bride and groom
– Rustic Red Studio – an ideal bridal and honeymoon suite
– Contain the View Cottage – sleeps 4
– Willow Rest House – sleeps 8
Things to do during your weekend in Clarens
Welcoming get-together
- Dinner at any of the restaurants in town
- Whisky tasting at the Highlander Whisky Lounge
- Beer & burgers at the Clarens Brewery
- Gin tasting at the Gin Bar
- Picnic at the Clarens Kloof Dam
- Cheese & wine on the patio at Moments@Golden View
- Traditional braai around the fire pit at Moments@Golden View
Morning of the big day
- Pamper yourself and guests at Clarens Day Spa
- Play a round of golf at the Clarens Golf Course
- Champagne breakfast at any of the local restaurants
- Leisurely stroll through the village with its many shops and galleries
- Pre-wedding photo shoot in the Golden Gate National Park
- Cheese platters and wine at Baris Monger
- Beer and/or gin tasting at the Clarens Brewery
Reception ideas
• Harvest table
• Cheese & wine platters
• Traditional SA braai
• Formal dinner at one of the restaurants in town
• Cheese & wine platters
• Traditional SA braai
• Formal dinner at one of the restaurants in town
PLEASE NOTE: Enquiries and advance bookings are essential to prevent disappointment!!
Contact us
Clarens, Free State
Call: +2784 803 8904
Email: info@goldenview.co.za
Call: +2784 803 8904
Email: info@goldenview.co.za
For admin
Call: +2779 220 8745
Email: admin@goldenview.co.za
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