Herbs have had a long history symbolizing love and have been included in weddings for many centuries, from ancient Greece, classic Roman times, to middle age European brides and romancing into Victorian eras. Specific herbs apparently created formulas for success in romance and the commitment of marriage.

At Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, using herbs and placing them at centre stage as part of your wedding décor is perfect! Due to our country setting and using what is freely available in our landscape, Sean Granger, General Manager of Granny Mouse, and his wedding coordinating team have a love for wedding day herbs, as they are fragrant, stylish and representational, and the ideas are limitless when using the herb. “Herbs definitely make for lovely table decorations, bridal bouquets and even gifts to give your guests on departure”, he added.

Here are some of our ideas when looking to create features of herbs at your wedding:

• Rosemary – A definite winner to include in the table décor, lovely in a bouquet!  Another great idea is to make up simple Rosemary wreath place cards for all your guests. Another suggestion would be to include sprigs of Rosemary in your wedding invitation, such a lovely idea to carry the theme through! Just make a note to enquire if any of your guests are allergic to the herb.

• Lavender – This herb can be incorporated as a bouquet, and will provide a sweet smell while keeping your nerves in check. Also a fabulous idea is to use as confetti, being green to the planet but also filling the room with its gorgeous scent.

• Potted herbs – There are many brides that don’t really want to have fresh flowers at their weddings, which just end up being thrown in the bin after the event.  Potted plants are eco-friendly, and can also be less expensive overall. You can also offer each of the pots to guests to take home, and this will remind them of the special day they spent with you for months to come.

• Bay leaves – Bay leaf garlands and long tables, a beautiful combination for a wedding. And when the day becomes night, include with candles to really set the country setting and mood.

The ultimate beauty of incorporating herbs into your wedding décor is that, for the modern bride, herbs add a charming touch of ancient wisdom into the ceremony, they hold up well and dry beautifully so you have a lifelong keepsake. Here’s wishing you a very happy marriage!

If you’ve never visited Granny Mouse Country House & Spa, and experienced not only their incredible hospitality, but their luxurious accommodation, decadent food, impeccable service and all round glorious facilities, then you’re missing out!

Recognised time and time again, with various hospitality and tourism awards, this Midlands icon continues to reinvent itself, ensuring that it remains ahead of the trend, and consistently increases its appeal to satisfy its guests. And here are the current specials, just for you!

Winter and Summer Wonder Package

If you missed out on the Granny Mouse Winter Wonderland special, you’ll be thrilled to know that the special has been extended until the 31^st March 2021, and Granny Mouse has sweetened the deal by adding an additional night, on the house!

A minimum 3-night stay at this glorious hotel includes bed and breakfast, a 30-minute back and neck treatment per person, a gourmet tasting per person, a R250 restaurant voucher to use during your stay, and 2 bottles of wine to take home with you, to relive your Granny Mouse memories!

This special is applicable for all room types, and at only R833 per person per night (or R1 666 per night per couple), it’s unbelievable value!

Booking is essential, so if you need to just get away from it all, contact the Granny Mouse team today on 033 234 4071, or send an email to reservations@grannymouse.co.za to secure your booking.

T’s & C’s apply. Subject to availability. All COVID-19 protocols are in place.

Bust out to the Bistro @ Granny’s

Every day is special with the Bistro at Granny Mouse Country House and Spa, who is indulging guests with their Burger and Pasta 50% off deal. This special is available, daily, between 12 noon to 8pm. And to boot, the selection of options has increased, with their talented culinary artists adding new flavours and delights to the menu.

Enjoy a selection of burgers, be it beef or chicken, with awesome fillings such as peppadew chutney, feta, bacon; cheddar cheese, garlic mayo, jalapeno, cherry tomato chutney and mozzarella. All from R55 and served with choice of chips or salad.

If you’re a pasta lover, then you’re in for a treat with their amazing dishes, featuring seafood tagliatelle, fillet penne, tagliatelle bolognaise and spicy tomato and olive penne with prices set from R57.

However, over and above our specials, one is still able to order off the current menu, with bookings limited to four people per seating. Or, should you wish, takeaways are also available!

All COVID-19 safety protocols are in place and we look forward to seeing you at Granny Mouse Country House, for a well-deserved break from your kitchen.

Unbelievable GM Wonder 2021 / 2022

Do you need to recoup, rejuvenate and revitalise yourself after everything that 2020 threw at you? The team at Granny Mouse have introduced their Unbelievable GM Wonder package, valid from 1 April 2021 until 31 March 2022, so you’ve got no excuse to find the time for a much-deserved break.

This incredible deal, designed for a couple, includes any room type (on a 1^st come, 1^st serve basis), bed & breakfast, a 30-minute back, neck & shoulder treatment per person, a 30-minute Indian head massage per person, a Mousse & Wine pairing per person, and 6 bottles of wine to take home with you!

From only R1 850 per couple per night, which works out at R925 per person, this deal is simply incredible, and the sooner you book, the better the room type you will be able to secure.

It’s a quick, simply breakaway, which as the name indicates, an unbelievable value offering, so book your spot today by contacting the Granny Mouse team on 033 234 4071, or send an email to reservations@grannymouse.co.za