SUMMER PLACE
Conference in Sandton

Conveniently situated, five minutes from Sandton City, Summer Place, is fast becoming the choice of blue chip companies looking for an executive business venue that is as elegant, flexible and versatile as it is efficient. To complement the magnificence of its unique outdoor setting, Stephen Falcke, winner of the 1999 Andrew Martin Interior Designer of the World Award, created the traditional and elegant interior décor of Summer Place. Summer Place is unsurpassed as a venue for conferences, business functions and events. A professional yet warm ambiance has been created, where it is abundantly clear to see, that business, truly matters. Surroundings conducive to the creation of wealth, provide tangible inspiration for sound decision-making and significant action. This does not offer you complete exclusivity of the Banqueting Area for the duration of your function. There might be a set up or function in one of the other rooms at the same time as your function. The following items are included with room hire: standard linen & napkins, crockery, cutlery, glassware, chairs, tables and dance-floor. Conveniently situated, five minutes from Sandton City, Summer Place, is fast becoming the first choice of blue chip companies looking for an executive business venue that is as elegant, flexible and versatile as it is efficient. Within its park-like grounds, with its meticulously manicured lawns and breath-taking water feature, the eyes of the world have been focused on Summer Place, which was home to the Soccer World Cup 2006 bid committee and is currently honoured to be home to the 2003 Cricket World Cup Committee. To complement the magnificence of its unique outdoor setting, Stephen Falcke, winner of the 1999 Andrew Martin Interior Designer of the World Award, did the traditional and tasteful interior decoration of Summer Place. While the architecture and décor are strictly classical, the multimedia equipment is state-of-the-art with full onsite technical support provided for video conference facilities and instant global networking. Excellent round-the-clock security and ample parking within the grounds ensure complete peace of mind. With this highly personalised approach, it's not any wonder that once a company has chosen Summer Place as their top priority venue, they elect to return again and again. The famous South African landmark, Summer Place in exclusive Melville Road Hyde Park, is today a world-class executive business, banqueting and conference center. The story of its transformation from luxury dwelling to a business center of unrivaled excellence is both colourful and of great historical interest. When Marino Chiavelli brought this prime 3,26 ha property in Johannesburg's exclusive suburb of Hyde Park in 1984, he spared no expense to ensure that the dwelling he built would be one of the most imposing private residences, not just in this country, but also in the entire world. The staff block boasted a covered walkway of marble and Italian tiles to the main house. The stone eagles perched on the high walls surrounding the premises gave the property a unique and distinctive air. Graciously, he left the Batemans with sufficient ground to build a much smaller property, with its new entrance in Upfill Road. He bought another luxury house nearby as accommodation for his housekeeper and staff. Often, his smiling face as he surrounded himself by a bevy of beauty queens, graced the society pages of the local newspapers. Solly Krok, entrepreneur extraordinaire, devoted family man and benevolent charity giver, unbeknown to his twin brother, Abe, business associates and family, attended this auction. He was interviewed at every turn and he did not disappoint reporters with his quick wit and ready repartee.