BRIDGES RETREAT CENTRE

Bridges Retreat Centre is a Christian Centre used primarily for ministry. Any activities that take place on the site must be of a Christian nature and/or should not be in contradiction to pure Christian and Biblical principles.

Bridges Retreat Centre is situated in the beautiful Franschhoek Valley. Vineyards and mountains surround this tranquil 5-hectare property.

Our facilities are suitable for day conferences, retreats and youth camps. Included in our facilities are a fully equipped kitchen, dining room, conference room for meetings, a lounge and en-suite bedrooms with bunk beds. Recreational facilities include a soccer field, swimming pool, trampoline, and game room with pool table, foosball table, indoor sport and a library/quiet room for reading, prayer and quiet activities.

Tariffs

OVERNIGHT(80 people maximum – self-catering)

Accommodation – bed linen included:R105 per person per day incl VAT (provide your own towel and toiletries)

Breakage Deposit:R2000

The use of conference equipment is included in these prices.

Rooms (see attached map)

1 x 14 person bunkroom with bathroom en suite (2 showers)

1 x 12 person bunkroom with bathroom en suite (2 showers)

2 x 8 person bunkrooms with bathroom en suite

4 x 6 person bunkrooms with bathroom en suite

2 x 6 person bunkrooms with 2 bathrooms in the hallway

1 x VIP room: 1 queen bed with bathroom en suite

DAY USAGE

Half-day conferences:R40 per person

Full day conferences:R80 per person. We do provide a list of restaurants and delivery services for lunch options

Coffee / Tea service R10 per person per service

CONFERENCE CENTRE

Facilities

Our conference room has curtained windows and ceiling lights with dimmers to provide a subdued ambience for data projection purposes. If daylight is required, the large windows offer views of the pool, garden and mountains. A fireplace offers a cozy atmosphere in winter. The room is carpeted and air-conditioned. It can accommodate 50 people comfortably. For larger groups our Shed provides all the room you should need.

Equipment

Our facility is equipped with 28 900×600mm tables, 8 1830x750mm tables and 100 chairs.The conference room has a TV unit, with DVD player. A desktop computer, video projector, overhead projector and two flip charts (which can serve as whiteboards) are available.Access to a fax machine, photocopier, printer and wireless Internet are available at an extra cost.

BOOKING PROCEDURES

  1. A 50% deposit is payable to ensure your booking.
  1. Breakage deposit of R2000, 00

The breakage deposit must be paid with your deposit. This will be paid back into your Account, within 7 working days after your stay, if no breakage or loss occurred.

  1. Kitchen fee of R250 per day for self-catering.
  1. Conference room fee of R250 per day (waived for overnight groups of 15 or more)
  1. Balance of payment due on arrival.
  1. No deposits will be carried over to future bookings.
  1. Deposits are paid directly into our Bank Account (see Booking Form).
  1. Fax detailed deposit slip together with completed Booking Form to ensure booking.

BRIDGES RETREAT CENTRE - BOOKING FORM

In order to confirm a booking you must:

  • Pay a breakage deposit of R2000, 00
  • Pay a 50% accommodation deposit
  • Complete this application form
  • Forward the application form including the deposit slip / proof of payment within 5 days of receiving this package
  • Read and sign the attached rules

Name of Group / Organization / Church: ______

Dates of booking: ______to ______

Purpose for using the facility: ______

Amount of people attending: Female: ______Male: ______Total: ______

Information of the responsible person making the booking:

Name and Surname: ______

ID Number: ______

Postal Address: ______Code______

Residential Address: ______Code______

Contact Numbers: (w) ______(f) ______(cell)______

E-mail Address: ______

Banking Details: ______

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Weekend Times: Check in after 14:00Check out before 14:00

Please note: The TOTAL amount of people stated on this form determines the amount due at the start of your stay. If the numbers decrease, Bridges Academy must be notified at least 14 days before your stay, otherwise you will be charged for the booked amount. If there is an increase in numbers, it must be stated on arrival and the difference in cost must be provided – subject to availability.

Declaration

I hereby confirm that I am fully authorized to bind the above-mentioned institution as Tenant for the facility on the dates indicated through my signature. I confirm the Tenant’s acceptance of the conditions of lease and payment as set out in this form and in the attached Camp Rules and Booking Procedures. Bridges Retreat Centre will not be held liable if the facilities do not meet the needs or expectations of the campers. Bridges Retreat Centre has the right to end a specific group’s camp immediately if any of the rules are broken. Bridges Retreat Centre is not responsible for any injuries/accidents. The use of the trampoline, swimming pool, etc. is at own risk!

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Cancellation charges

Cancellation more than 3 months in advance
Cancellation less than 3 months in advance
Cancellation within 1 month of booking date / 10% handling fee payable
25% handling fee payable
50% handling fee payable

BANK DETAILS: ABSA STELLENBOSCH BRANCH CODE: 632005

NAME OF ACCOUNT:BRIDGES OF HOPE SA TRUST

ACCOUNT #:406 666 9822 TYPE:CHEQUE

BRIDGES RETREAT CENTRE RULES AND GUIDELINES

  • Outstanding balance payable before or on day of arrival.
  • No smoking allowed inside any of the buildings. Smoking only allowed in designated outdoor areas.
  • Quite time is from 10pm to 8am. Please use quite voices outside during these hours.
  • Premises are to be left in the condition in which they were found.
  • Any breakage must be reported and will be deducted from your breakage deposit.
  • Beds are not to be moved around at all, except by Bridges Retreat Centre Staff, if required.
  • No pets are allowed on premises.
  • Picking of fruit, flowers or plants is strictly prohibited without prior consent.
  • Please conserve water.
  • Use of Bridges Retreat Centre facilities or grounds is at own risk.
  • No eating or drinking allowed in the bedrooms.

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