Bella Vista:  The name Bella Vista (Italian for Beautiful View) is obvious from the magnificent panorama of Valley of 1000 Hills seen from the function room and the large covered deck. The intimate venue has a warm and welcoming ambience, perfect to create a magical occasion - a great place for wedding ceremonies, receptions, conferences and all types of events. Bella Vista is an established venue and has a reputation for excellent food, superior service and an intimate ambience - a private establishment that is yours for the day.

Location: Bella Vista is well positioned along the Milescapes route at 84 Old Main Road, Botha’s Hill, overlooking the ‘Valley of a Thousand Hills’, only 45km from Durban and an equal distance from Pietermaritzburg. Bella Vista is situated close to Kearsney College and 35 minutes drive from Durban International Airport. 

Facilities: Bella Vista’s facilities include a function room with views of the valley and an adjoining large covered deck which  together can hold 150 guests, a service bar, a lower open deck, gazebo, swimming pool, secure parking and landscaped gardens great for photographs.

Management: Bella Vista is owned by Gloria Howard. Gloria brings with her many years of design and organisational experience of functions, international events, projects planning and management. Gloria believes in a hands-on approach, seeing to the client’s every need, understanding the value of service excellence, welcoming décor and exquisite cuisine. This is the philosophy of all at Bella Vista.

Our Team: Bella Vista has a team of dedicated service staff ready to attend to your every need. We pride ourselves with our incredible team of waiters who will be in attendance. Bella Vista’s friendly, dynamic and innovative event planners and coordinators will set your function apart from any other. Bella Vista looks forward to hosting your special day and making it a truly memorable occasion for you and your guests.