Technically, they met at her house - though neither of them realised it at the time. He was there to interview her dad for a school project, and they exchanged the briefest of hello's. No sparks, no rom-com soundtrack.... just a polite nod and a quick howzit.
Fast Forward a while.... They matched on Tinder (as all modern love stories do). Both had a "wait... you look familiar" moment. Then came his unforgettable line: "I've been to your house." Smooth, right? Luckily, she found his wit charming - and the conversation didn't stop there.
From shared playlists to shared values, their connection kept growing. Over the past eight years, they've built a bond full of laughter, understanding, and the kind of love that only gets stronger with time.
Now they're getting married - and still quoting that first message like it was yesterday.
Ben had been sneakily planning a dreamy getaway while Carla was still dropping not-so-subtle hints. He handed her flight tickets folded into paper planes (a throwback to their study days), and off they went to Cape Town.
Driving through Rooi-Els, she casually pointed to a secluded house on the hill and said, "wow, I'd love to stay there" Ben said nothing... and then pulled straight into the driveway. Classic.
By the last day, she'd given up on any big surprises - especially when Ben claimed he had a "sore stomach" (spoiler: it was the nerves). He suggested they take some champagne and watch the sunset from a rock up on the hill. What she didn't know was that behind that rock was a full-on proposal picnic, complete with a hidden ring (in the ice bucket, obviously) and two friends secretly setting everything up while a photographer waited in the bushes.
Safe to say, she was speechless - and he was just glad he didn't drop the ring.
The Weekend
Friday
If you'd like to settle in a little earlier, please join us for a casual dinner on 10 April at 18h00 at the Deli. Friday check-in is only available from 14h00, please avoid arriving earlier than check-in time as your rooms might not be ready. Keys to your accommodation can be collected at the gate on arrival & breakfast will be available at The Deli on Saturday morning.
Saturday
The main event! Please arrive early to give yourself enough time to settle in before the ceremony, starting at 14h30 for 15h00. Check-in is available from 10h00 for guests arriving on Saturday, and keys to your accommodation can be collected at the gate on arrival.
Sunday
Check out of accommodation is strictly at 10h00. So before we say our goodbyes, please join us for breakfast in the Chapel on Sunday morning at 09h45. Room keys can be dropped off as you exit at the main gate after breakfast.
WEDDING DAY TIMELINE
2:30 for 3:00
4:00
6:00
12:00
CEREMONY
CANAPES
RECEPTION
END
Stay with us
We wanted all guests to join in on the celebrations so our guest safety was top priority and we chose a venue that is able to accommodate everyone on site.
Accommodation is provided for all guests on the Saturday. All units are self catering and have kitchenettes for tea, coffee and a quick snack.
P.S. Accommodation is not included for the Friday rehearsal dinner and requires booking should you wish to join for the entire weekend.
Please see banking details to secure your accommodation at R950pp should you be joining us on Friday as well:
C van der Merwe
Capitec
1334744341
Reference: Name & Surname
