Pleasant Occasions

We love bringing people together, we do this through the intimate events we host . We hope to share our long table with you soon. Come alone, bring your friends and family, one thing for sure you will feel like family in no time.

We create special packages for weekend where we are hosting Pleasant Occasions, 

Please note:

  • Dates and events may change without notice
  • Dates advertised are for you to "save the date" please confirm events with us before booking your stay

Please get in touch for more information or to be added to the guestlist.

Events at Pleasant Places

Open Kitchen - Coffee & Cake

Saturday, 05 April

We are hosting the first Silent Book Club meet-up and we have invited a Barista to take us on a journey of coffee and which we will pair with some of our favourite cakes.

If you love the kitchen and love to mingle, join us for our Open Kitchen and see get to experience the magic of our kitchen.

Outdoor Movie Night & Pizza Friday

Friday, 18 April 2025

Experience our Outdoor Movie Night on our lawn area. A fun and relaxing evening under the beautiful African night sky. Popcorn and slush included.

All guests will vote between two movies from movies suggested no Instagram post. Please follow our instagram page to suggest movies to be screened.

Seven Colours - Easter Sunday Lunch

Sunday, 20 April 2025

Colour, sunshine, wines and beautiful people is what Seven Colours Sundays are about. Seven Colours Sundays are all about slowing down the rhythm of life, bringing people together to celebrate and appreciate one another. We are bringing together people who appreciate the finer, yet simple things to celebrate life and take a minute to just #SavourTheMoment at Pleasant Places. 

Join us and enjoy lovingly prepared food made with locally sourced produce and treats that will keep you nibbling for hours while sipping on a selection of wines

Pleasant Meanderings - Women in Wine

22 to 25 April 2025

We invite you to join women in wine on their workcation at Pleasant Places. Let's explore the Midlands Meander and learn about the business of wine.

Open Kitchen - Charcuterie & Cap Classique

Saturday, 26 April 2025

Want to know how to prepare mouthwatering charcuterie and pair with bubbly?

We’ve invited a guest chef, a wine sommelier and we are opening our kitchen so we can all learn how to make and pair canapes with wines.Join us for the experience and get:

  • A tutored pairing of 5 canapes with 5 wines
  • Cooking demo of the canapes
  • A sabrage lesson

Dates may change

All Day Cap Classique Brunch

Sunday, 27 April

Savour the Moment ✨
Indulge in a 5-course brunch tasting menu, perfectly paired with Cap Classique

🌿 Why You'll Love It:
✔ Exquisite 5-course tasting menu featuring Pleasant Places’ signature dishes
✔ Premium Cap Classique pairings with each course
✔ Breathtaking countryside views in the heart of the Midlands Meander
✔ Perfect for celebrations or a relaxed brunch with friends
✔ Bottomless bubbly & unforgettable moments

Plus 15% off your stay

Micheal House vs Hilton Rugby Weekend

01 to 04 May 2025

Make the Micheal House vs Hilton College Rugby weekend a long weekend. We will take care of everything so you just have to focus on getting to the game.

For an additional R2000, you get:

  • Pizza Friday
  • Picnic Box to take to the game

You and also borrow a Fieldbar to take to the game, so your drinks stay chilled and you have less luggage on your trip.

Book Your Long Weekend - https://sanaandievents.co.za/product/rugby-weekend/

 

Bubbly & Blush

Saturday, 10 May 2025

Get ready to sparkle & shine with your bestie, teen, sister, mom. Indulge in delicious snacks, bottomless mimosas laughter with friends, while learning the art of looking fabulous at any age.

Join us for a #MothersDay out at the #BubblyAndBubbly makeup masterclass where endless bubbly meets ageless beauty tips.

Seven Colours Sunday - Mothers Day

Sunday, 11 May 2025

Colour, sunshine, wines and beautiful people is what Seven Colours Sundays are about. Seven Colours Sundays are all about slowing down the rhythm of life, bringing people together to celebrate and appreciate one another. We are bringing together people who appreciate the finer, yet simple things to celebrate life and take a minute to just #SavourTheMoment at Pleasant Places. 

Join us and enjoy lovingly prepared food made with locally sourced produce and treats that will keep you nibbling for hours while sipping on a selection of wines

Reading Retreat with Xoli Madlala

16 to 18 May 2025

All Day Cap Classique Brunch

Sunday, 25 May

Savour the Moment ✨
Indulge in a 5-course brunch tasting menu, perfectly paired with Cap Classique

🌿 Why You'll Love It:
✔ Exquisite 5-course tasting menu featuring Pleasant Places’ signature dishes
✔ Premium Cap Classique pairings with each course
✔ Breathtaking countryside views in the heart of the Midlands Meander
✔ Perfect for celebrations or a relaxed brunch with friends
✔ Bottomless bubbly & unforgettable moments

Plus 15% off your stay

Comrades Weekend

06 to 09 June 2025

Stay with us for the Comrades Marathon weekend and let us take of everything so that you can focus on getting to the finish line. We will be there to cheer you on along the way.

For an additional R1500 make it an all-inclusive weekend and enjoy:

  • Shuttle to starting line and from finish line
  • Post Sports Massage
  • Saturday Braai on Deck

Book your long weekend - https://sanaandievents.co.za/product/comarades-marathon-weekend/

Outdoor Cooking Experience

Sunday, 15 June 2025

Gone are the days when your only outdoor cooking option was a braai. There’s much more to outdoor cooking than just boerewors and chops.

Break free from ordinary cooking and embrace the wild flavours of the great outdoors. Join us for the Outdoor Cooking Class and let your culinary fire roar. Ignite your passion for outdoor cooking with our thrilling Outdoor Cooking Class! Unleash your inner grill master and conquer the elements to create mouthwatering dishes that will make your next cookout an unforgettable experience.

Reading Retreat with Sue Nyathi

20 to 22 June 2025

All Day Cap Classique Brunch

Sunday, 29 June

Savour the Moment ✨
Indulge in a 5-course brunch tasting menu, perfectly paired with Cap Classique

🌿 Why You'll Love It:
✔ Exquisite 5-course tasting menu featuring Pleasant Places’ signature dishes
✔ Premium Cap Classique pairings with each course
✔ Breathtaking countryside views in the heart of the Midlands Meander
✔ Perfect for celebrations or a relaxed brunch with friends
✔ Bottomless bubbly & unforgettable moments

Plus 15% off your stay

Pleasant Meanderings Workcation - Women in Events

10 to 13 July 2025

We invite you to join women entrepreneurs in the events on their workcation at Pleasant Places. Let's visit event venues in the Midlands meander together

Amashova Weekend

18 to 20 July 2025

With the Amashova race starting at the Mandela Capture Site and finishing on Durban’s Golden Mile, we provide you with the perfect opportunity to enjoy the thrills of a big race and a fantastic weekend away in the Midlands Meander.

For an additional R1500 make it an all-inclusive weekend and enjoy:

  • Shuttle to starting line and from finish line
  • Post Sports Massage
  • Saturday Braai on Deck

Book you long weekend - https://sanaandievents.co.za/product/amashova-weekend/

#67Candles Dinner

Friday, 18 July 2025

A fundraising dinner to celebrate Mandela Day

#67BottlesOfBubbly Hunt & Picnique

Saturday, 19 July 2025

Join us for the #BUbblyHunt our annual fundraiser for Khazimula Children's Home where you get to keep all the bubbly you find. bring friends, a picnic basket and enjoy live music and the company of bubbly lovers

Wind Down Weekend - Mid Year Edition

25 to 27 July 2025

We are half way through the year, and you've put in the hard work—now it's time to unwind and treat yourself to a weekend getaway.

Take a well-deserved break to let go of the stress, #SavourTheMoment, and celebrate all you've achieved

Join us at Pleasant Places with Chef Thami for a relaxing weekend filled with good company, exquisite food, and fine drinks.

Alfresco Spa & Cap Classique Weekend

8 to 10 August 2025

A weekend away enjoying all things paired with Cap Classique. Take a moment to unwind, relax, make new friends  and create unforgettable memories. Book a two nights stay at Pleasant Places with:

  • Taste of Midlands Dinner
  • Al Fresco Spa experience 
  • All Day Brunch

PLUS third night available at 50% off*

Blooms & Bubbles Women's Day Picnique

Saturday, 9 August 2025

We are having a Floral Celebration!! Come join us for “ Bubbles & Blooms” here in the beautiful KZN Midlands Meander.

We have partnered with The Bokèh Room to host an elegant lakeside picnic featuring bubbly, flowers and delicious picnic canapés. Cebi will be guiding you in creating an elegant and bespoke Flower Crown using premium, farm-fresh flowers.

Ladies, this is an incredible opportunity to gather your close friends and come make lasting memories together.

We have long-weekend packages available, please send email to info@ThebokehRoom,co,za to inquire

Pleasant Meanderings Workcation - Women in Travel

26 to 29 August 2025

We invite you to join women travelpreneurs on their workcation at Pleasant Places. Let's explore the Midlands and celebrate Women's Month together.

Cap Classique & Spring Affair

29 August to 01 September 2024

A weekend to celebrate Cap Classique and welcome Spring

Bubbly Hunt - Cap Classique Day

Monday, 1 September 2025

Calling all bubbly lovers! Forget the sugar rush, and come and uncork some excitement at #TheBubblyHunt.

We have hidden bottles of bubbly in the farm and you get to HUNT AND KEEP what you find. That's right - it's Finders, Keepers.

But the fun doesn't stop there. The experience starts off with a blind bubbly tasting and Easter egg painting, after the hunt we treat you to a delightful spread of food to fuel your foraging frenzy, and of course, bottomless bubbly to keep the celebratory spirit flowing.

So grab your friends, dust off your detective hats, and get ready to pop some bottles at #TheBubblyHunt

The perfect blend of adventure, indulgence, and pure bubbly bliss!

Seven Colours Sunday - Heritage Edition

Sunday, 21 September 2025

Colour, sunshine, wines and beautiful people is what Seven Colours Sundays are about. Seven Colours Sundays are all about slowing down the rhythm of life, bringing people together to celebrate and appreciate one another. We are bringing together people who appreciate the finer, yet simple things to celebrate life and take a minute to just #SavourTheMoment at Pleasant Places. 

Join us and enjoy lovingly prepared food made with locally sourced produce and treats that will keep you nibbling for hours while sipping on a selection of wines

Seven Colours Sunday - Garden Day

Sunday, 12 October 2025

Colour, sunshine, wines and beautiful people is what Seven Colours Sundays are about. Seven Colours Sundays are all about slowing down the rhythm of life, bringing people together to celebrate and appreciate one another. We are bringing together people who appreciate the finer, yet simple things to celebrate life and take a minute to just #SavourTheMoment at Pleasant Places. 

Join us and enjoy lovingly prepared food made with locally sourced produce and treats that will keep you nibbling for hours while sipping on a selection of wines

SHE Weekend

24 to 26 October 2025

Wind Down Weekend - Year End Edition

28 to 30 November 2025

It's been a long year, and you've put in the hard work—now it's time to unwind and treat yourself to a weekend getaway.

Take a well-deserved break to let go of the stress, #SavourTheMoment, and celebrate all you've achieved

Join us at Pleasant Places with Chef Thami for a relaxing weekend filled with good company, exquisite food, and fine drinks.