Rustic wedding venues in New South Wales were once the exclusive domain of converted cow sheds. But in recent years an explosion of purpose-built venues has created a wider choice of modern event spaces tailor-made for rustic themed celebrations. On this list you'll find the best ceremony & reception venues for luxe rustic weddings across all regions of NSW.
The places we most recommend for rustic weddings in NSW are heavily situated in rural areas around Sydney, including the South Coast, Hunter Valley & Southern Highlands. They include a great variety of country wedding venues like farm stays, orchards and wineries, and lesser known wilderness venues in private forests and woodland estates.
Most regional properties featured below have repurposed hay sheds, shearing sheds and barn wedding venues that are well suited to rustic, boho and vintage-inspired weddings. Exposed timbers, brick walls, corrugated iron and stone fireplaces create a cosy, warm and homey atmosphere at these venues, making them perfect for romantic celebrations.
If you're looking for a newer more contemporary space, you'll love the rustic chic wedding venues on offer here. They include architecturally designed woodhouses and pavilions built from reclaimed timber, plus charming outdoor spaces with Tuscan vibes and epic rural views.
Here's a curated list of the best rustic wedding venues in NSW. They're all character-rich spaces perfect for couples who want a relaxed and down-to-earth setting that oozes country charm. Wanting somewhere closer to the city? Explore our rustic wedding venues in Sydney.
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Top 10 Rustic Wedding Venues in NSW
1. The Woods Farm
- Location: Bayly Road, Tomerong, NSW 2540
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 126
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Woods Farm is nestled in 40 acres of private woodlands near Jervis Bay on the South Coast and is one of the best rustic wedding venues in NSW if you want to immerse yourselves in a private nature oasis, and have all your guests stay and celebrate with you over 3 days.
The hero of this property is its vine-covered bush chapel where you exchange vows at an antique arbour surrounded by rustling leaves. The aisle meanders 120 metres through native trees to soaring vintage doors giving the overgrown elegance of this wildly romantic space a sense of rustic grandeur. The reception venue is a converted shed with vintage mirrors and chandeliers, and adjoins a huge courtyard and outdoor bar perfect for celebrating in nature.
2. Growwild Wildflower Farm
- Location: Alpine - Southern Highlands, NSW
- Capacity: 20 - 120
- Accommodation: Next door
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
This refurbished garden shed is located one hour south of Sydney amongst the stunning beds of wildflowers at Growwild, and is perfect for small rustic weddings with up to 50 guests. The raw timber structure is adjoined by a cobbled brick courtyard for pre-dinner canapés, or where you can dine outdoors under the stars.
The stunning gardens also feature a landscaped marquee for larger weddings with up to 120 guests which has a festoon-lit courtyard overlooking 25 acres of native trees and wild blooms. Owners Jane and Lukas (who we often speak with and who are the warmest and most genuine people) are your hands on wedding day coordinators, setting up your preferred spaces for you.
One of our favourite spots for wedding ceremonies at Growwild is the Secret Valley. This peaceful outdoor space is completely encased within native bushland (Koalas are sometimes spotted in the trees), and has a wonderful calm and intimate feel, ideal for couples who want a romantic ceremony in a unique and informal setting. Affordable.
3. The Woodhouse Wollombi
- Location: 2674 Paynes Crossing Rd, Wollombi, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 33
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
This architecturally designed Woodhouse was purpose built for refined rustic weddings and is notable for its 3 striking timber peaks that rise gracefully from surrounding bushland. If you're looking for a Hunter Valley venue that oozes luxe European vibes but still feels grounded, the Woodhouse is ideal, and also has a vine-covered outdoor pergola with a private lake and pine tree forest views.
The main reception space comes fully furnished with timber tables and cross back chairs, and features a neutral colour palette with recycled timber pylons. With a myriad of scenic backdrops for wedding ceremonies, onsite accommodation in a rustic barn stay, honeymoon suite and 8 brand new King Suites, this is the Hunter's most contemporary destination for all-in-one country weddings.
4. The Oasis Rainforest Resort
- Location: 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour, NSW 2316
- Capacity: 80
- Accommodation: Sleeps 50
- Wedding Packages: BYO
Getting married at The Oasis feels like stepping into your own enchanted rainforest with 5 acres of tropical gardens exclusively yours to celebrate over two nights. This delightful family-run resort is located 600 metres from One Mile Beach in Port Stephens, and with 9 self contained units sleeping 50 guests onsite, it's the perfect spot for intimate destination weddings.
At the heart of the resort is an unforgettable reception venue on a covered outdoor deck where at night, thousands of fairy lights illuminate the surrounding trees creating a magical atmosphere that feels like you're in your own fairy tale. Ceremonies can be hosted on the resort's lawns under festoon lights strung between trees or boardwalks beside tranquil billabongs. There's also a rustic hall to use as your wet weather backup.
5. Caoura Cliffs
- Location: 1450 Caoura Road, Tallong, NSW 2579
- Capacity: 140
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- BYO catering & drinks
Caoura Cliffs is hidden within a 1,100 acre working property on a private cliff top in the Southern Highlands and is a luxe rustic wedding location that centres around a contemporary glass-walled reception pavilion. Both the pavilion and edge-of-the-world ceremony space have spectacular views over your own secluded gorge to the Shoalhaven River and offer the perfect wilderness setting for rustic weddings with a modern edge.
6. Willow Farm
- Location: Berry - South Coast, NSW
- Capacity: 135
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Willow Farm sits on 160 acres of dairy paddocks in Berry and with scenic views over rolling green hills and dams, is one of the best locations on the South Coast for a rustic outdoor wedding. This family-run property is tailored towards DIY couples who want a down-to-earth celebration in a lush country setting where your entire wedding day is hosted in the one picturesque spot.
Most couples who get married at Willow Farm hire a marquee for their reception, or tipis for a more rustic aesthetic. The property also has a rustic reception venue in a corrugated iron shed which is a gorgeous space for speeches and dancing, and looks amazing jazzed up with neon lights, boho rugs and vintage couches. Wedding packages include exclusive use of the property for two nights with farmhouse accommodation for up to 10 guests.
7. Chapel Hill Retreat
- Location: 36 Berambing Crest, Berambing, NSW 2758
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 36
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Chapel Hill Retreat is the ultimate location for rustic weddings near Sydney with 7 unique ceremony & reception spaces that are all nestled in nature and have stunning views over the Blue Mountains National Park. The beautiful ceremony venues all have a serene, unhurried vibe that connect you to the landscape, and include a mountain-view lawn and intimate oak tree avenue that feels like you're in a nature-made cathedral.
Chapel Hill caters for all sized weddings with an open-air deck and covered verandah for small outdoor receptions, a vast lawn for larger events and a modern function room with string fairy lights, vintage mirrors and chandeliers making it perfect for rustic-themed receptions.
Affordable wedding packages include exclusive use of the entire 35 acre mountain retreat with optional accommodation for up to 36 guests in 6 self contained cottages plus a honeymoon suite.
8. The Lodge Jamberoo
- Location: 406 Jamberoo Mountain Road, Jamberoo, NSW 2533
- Capacity: 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 136
- Venue Hire: $25,000+ (Covers accommodation)
- Wedding Packages: From $95/pp
The Lodge is a newly renovated 43 room hotel near Wollongong that offers a luxe rustic setting for weekend-long destination weddings. When you book The Lodge for your wedding, you get the entire hotel to yourself for a two night celebration with accommodation for all your guests around a huge central swimming pool.
The Lodge has an amazing wedding ceremony site with an open sided timber chapel set amongst a paved Pine Tree Forest. We've stood in this incredible space and what you can't hear through the photos is the trickling stream behind the chapel or the canopy of leaves rustling overhead. The feeling in this place is utterly magical. Like time has stopped.
The reception venue is a refurbished hall with wooden floors and painted white brick walls - the perfect blank canvas to style a rustic celebration. Venue hire is typically covered by guests paying for their own rooms. Highly recommended for couples who want a city escape wedding in a relaxed but elevated country setting that's got fun written all over it.
9. Mali Brae Farm
- Location: Southern Highlands, NSW
- Capacity: 30 - 110
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Owned and operated by the Dark family, Mali Brae Farm perfectly embodies the warmth of country hospitality. This 90 acre Southern Highlands property is exclusively yours on your wedding day and has two rustic reception venues for different sized weddings, and 7 ceremony sites that offer a variety of backdrops well suited to rustic nuptials.
The largest reception space seats up to 110 guests and is a repurposed hay shed with polished wooden floors, skylights and a huge feature fireplace. The other space is newer, seats 30 - 55 guests, and has floor to ceiling windows overlooking lush green pastures. For rustic ceremonies we recommend the historic ruins which also makes an amazing backdrop for your first dance under the stars.
10. Midginbil Eco Resort
- Location: Tweed Valley, NSW
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 150+
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Midginbil Eco Resort is a rustic wedding destination in Northern NSW where you stay onsite with all your wedding guests for a fun 2 night getaway. The property is surrounded by sub tropical rainforest and with no neighbours and no curfew you have full freedom to come as you are, and party into the wee hours.
The property is well set up for destination weddings with 3 ceremony sites, a reception barn, cocktail courtyard and after party bonfire site (that comes set up ready to light). Venue hire is budget friendly and includes a range of accomodation for the comfort of all guests including lodge rooms and luxury safari tents.
With a swimming pool, tennis court and plenty of green space for backyard cricket, you'll feel instantly at home at this 400 acre escape to nature.
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Rustic Wedding Venues in the Blue Mountains
11. Berry Hill
- Location: 1832 River Road, Leets Vale, NSW
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 54+
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Berry Hill is hidden amongst 75 acres of wilderness just one hour from Sydney and is the ultimate destination for rustic weddings in the great outdoors. You get exclusive use of this property for two nights, and being fully secluded within stunning hills covered in blue gum forest, it's the perfect private setting for a festival style celebration under the stars.
Wedding facilities include a river front ceremony area, outdoor reception space with romantic festoon lighting and a fully furnished permanent marquee with hard wood flooring. Venue hire includes accommodation for 14 guests in 3 shed suites and a homestead, with 20 luxury glamping tents available for a further 40 guests. Perfect for couples with a sense of adventure who want an untamed wilderness setting that still feels luxe.
12. St Joseph's Guesthouse
- Location: Saint Albans - Hawkesbury, NSW
- Capacity: 100
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
St Joseph's Guesthouse is an historic ceremony and reception venue built in the ruins of a 160 year old church near Sydney. The 5 bedroom, 3 level stone building sits within the earthy surrounds of the Hawkesbury Valley and offers a unique all-in-one setting for rustic weddings, elopements & micro weddings.
Every time we go to St Joseph's we're struck by the incredible atmosphere of this soaring 3 storey sandstone building. It's a striking feat of architecture riddled with character, and when you get married here you feel like you're adding to the history in the walls.
Owner Steve (who build this place with his own bare hands) is a delightfully come-as-you-are sort of fellow who will happily give you the property for 4 or 5 days for the price of 3. It sleeps 10 people in 5 upstairs bedrooms and there's a plunge pool in the yard. Veronica handles all wedding enquiries and has a great list of local suppliers for your catering etc but you're also free to DIY everything yourself.
13. Leuralla Amphitheatre
- Location: 41 Olympian Parade, Leura, NSW 2780
- Capacity: 200
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
With incredible views over the Jamison Valley in Leura, Leuralla Amphitheatre is the most scenic location in New South Wales for rustic wedding ceremonies. The circular stone stage can be hired for your exclusive use from Kyle & Emily at Blue Mountains Weddings and comes with the option of hosting a marquee reception on the adjoining lawn.
Kyle & Emily offer a great affordable alternative to a full wedding reception at Leuralla Amphitheatre, with extended hire packages including post ceremony catering & drinks available.
14. Waldara Farm
- Location: Oberon - Blue Mountains, NSW
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 20
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Waldara Farm is a DIY wedding venue set in the Aussie bush. Rustic venues include an outdoor ceremony deck, a refurbished barn and a shearing shed. Wedding packages include exclusive use for the weekend and up to 20 guests can sleep in the farmhouse cottage & country lodge. Waldara is a BYO property.
15. Collits Inn
- Location: Hartley Vale - Blue Mountains, NSW
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The heritage listed barn at Collits Inn is one of Australia's best rustic wedding venues if you're looking for an authentic country setting amongst grazing paddocks and dams. This pet friendly venue comes with stunning mountain views and all inclusive wedding package with onsite accommodation for up to 12 guests. Minimum guests 40.
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Rustic Wedding Venues in Byron Bay
16. Tides Byron Orchard
- Location: 290 North Teven Road, Teven, NSW 2478
- Capacity: 140
- Accommodation: Sleeps 22
- Wedding Packages: All Inclusive
Tides Byron Estate is a sprawling 100 acre macadamia orchard situated in the Byron Bay Hinterland. The estate comes with a luxury 8 bedroom homestead that can be hired for small weddings with up to 40 guests including the option to host a seated reception in the orchard amongst rows of lush green macadamia trees.
For larger weddings there's a modern white reception hall that seats up to 140 guests and has an outdoor terrace suitable for cocktail receptions or seated dining. The house and hall can be hired together or separately and are very well priced.
17. Midginbil Eco Resort
- Location: Tweed Hinterland, Northern NSW
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 150+
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Midginbil Eco Resort is an affordable 3 day wedding destination that offers rustic outdoor weddings surrounded by nature. The scenic rainforest retreat centres around a shed reception space and a late night bonfire site and with no neighbours, has no curfew.
A variety of accommodation is available for your entire guest list including a fun village of safari tents with individual timber balconies that have incredible views. Tell guests to bring their cricket bats, swimmers, tennis rackets and sense of adventure.
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Rustic Wedding Venues on the Central Coast
18. Whistle Tree Weddings
- Location: 11 Calool Street, Bensville, NSW 2251
- Capacity: 100
- Accommodation: Sleeps 7 - 37
- Venue Hire: $4,200 - $7,800
With an outdoor wedding ceremony cathedral set within an enchanted woodland, Whistle Tree is one of the Central Coast's most unique rustic venues. The Balinese-inspired property is situated on 16 acres of river frontage near Avoca Beach and comes with a private lawn for outdoor dining or marquee receptions and accommodation for 7 - 37 guests in two Balinese huts and two large houses.
19. Wyong Creek Hall
- Location: 791 Yarramalong Road, Wyong Creek, NSW 2259
- Capacity: 110
- Venue Hire: $1,500 - $3,000
- Food & Beverage: BYO
Wyong Creek Hall is the cheapest venue to hire for rustic themed weddings on the Central Coast with rental fees ranging from $1,500 - $3,000 for single day or full weekend usage. The character-filled hall is located in the Yarramalong Valley across the road from a farm stay with accommodation for wedding guests, and comes fully furnished with tables & chairs for 100 guests.
20. The Stables of Somersby
- Location: 50 Lutana Road, Somersby, NSW 2250
- Capacity: 130+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2 - 12
- Venue Hire: $17,545
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
The Stables of Somersby offers the quintessential country location for a rustic barn wedding with its unique lofted stables nestled in the heart of the Central Coast Hinterland. The attic offers onsite accommodation for 4 people. DIY & BYO, Pet-friendly, Bush, Exclusive Use, Outdoor Receptions, Blank Canvas.
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Rustic Wedding Venues in the Hunter Valley
21. The Woodhouse Wollombi
- Location: 2674 Paynes Crossing Rd, Wollombi, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 33
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Woodhouse stands apart from other rustic reception spaces with its contemporary European vibe, offering a luxury destination for elegant barn weddings on expansive manicured grounds. The architecturally designed building features a covered outdoor dance floor and comes with a brand new vine-covered pergola with an outdoor bar area overlooking a picturesque lake.
The Woodhouse Wollombi is located within the grounds of Redwood Park where rustic ceremony areas include a pine & paperbark forest, lakefront deck and the courtyard of the Woodhouse. For accommodation there's an onsite barn stay that sleeps 15 guests, a honeymoon suite and 8 new individual rooms that can each be booked by guests themselves.
22. Anambah House
- Location: 200 Anambah Road, Anambah, NSW 2320
- Capacity: 250
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The vintage-inspired wedding barn at Anambah House is one of the largest rustic reception spaces in the Hunter Valley and is located on the grounds of an exquisite 19th century hillside homestead. Oozing old world charm, the barn and homestead offer a luxury all-in-one location for getting ready to reception and there is plenty of accommodation for guests nearby.
Anambah House sits behind grand wrought iron gates and is accessed via a beautiful country drive lined with tall pines and African olives. The ceremony garden and many beautiful photo locations come with sweeping views over rolling green hills and a private lagoon. Minimum 150 guests.
23. The Lodge At Mount Rivers
- Location: 38 Lawrences Road, Mount Rivers, NSW 2311
- Capacity: 250
- Accommodation: Sleeps 16 + camping
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The Lodge at Mount Rivers is an exclusive destination for rustic weddings nestled on the banks of the Peterson River. Just 45 minutes from the heart of the Hunter Valley, this 200 acre blank canvas property is a dream location for destination weddings with a 6 bedroom house, unlimited camping for guests, no curfew and loads to do onsite.
There's beautiful tracks to ride your horse (and a paddock for grazing), bike trails, kayaking spots, good fishing and lots of swimming holes in the river. The front lawn is perfect for outdoor wedding receptions and marquees & tipi hire packages are available. There's also a poolside deck perfect for your after party.
24. Leaves & Fishes Sunken Garden
- Location: 737 Lovedale Road, Lovedale, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 2 - 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The Tuscan-style sunken garden at Leaves & Fishes in the Hunter Valley is one of two rustic reception spaces at this enchanting venue. Set within 20 acres of tropical gardens and lush rainforest it is a perfectly private wedding destination that offers a blank canvas for outdoor, marquee or tipi styled weddings.
Leaves & Fishes centres around a scenic Lotus Lake which has 4 boat sheds and a two bedroom villa that sleep up to 12 guests. Venue hire includes exclusive use of the entire resort-like estate with ceremony spaces including stone columns for luxe nuptials and forest settings for a more earthy vibe.
25. Leaves & Fishes Reception Hall
- Location: 737 Lovedale Road, Lovedale, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 140
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Also at Leaves & Fishes is one of the best rustic wedding halls in NSW. Seating up to 90 guests or catering for cocktail weddings of up to 140, this surprising reception space comes with a glass wall at one end that overlooks a candlelit Roman bath.
26. Goosewing Cottage
- Location: Hunter Valley, NSW
- Capacity: 20
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Goosewing Cottage is a popular little elopement venue that features a purpose built rustic ceremony space in an intimate rural setting in the Hunter Valley. All inclusive elopement packages are available from $3,595 and come with venue hire, a choice of celebrants and an award winning photographer.
Optional accommodation is available in two cottages sleeping 8 guests and 4 guests respectively. The larger of the two cottages has a spacious dining room, outdoor dining area and a swimming pool.
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Rustic Wedding Venues in the Illawarra
27. The Pavilion Kiama
- Location: 2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama, NSW 2533
- Capacity: 80 - 400
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Pavilion Kiama is a very affordable, rustic reception venue with stunning views over one of the most beautiful surf beaches in NSW. The main function room is a spacious blank canvas with wooden floors & band stage that perfectly suits luxe-rustic weddings and there's a large adjoining balcony that looks out to the ocean.
The room is accessed via an entry lounge that has a bar area for pre-dinner canapés & drinks and from where the bridal party are announced. Right next to the venue are two rows of rustic boat sheds with a space between for intimate & sheltered ceremonies.
28. Coolangatta Estate
- Location: 1335 Bolong Road, Coolangatta, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 2 - 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 70
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive + DIY
The historic Coolangatta Estate is an affordable wedding venue located a few minutes from Berry at Shoalhaven Heads. The all-in-one destination has a convict-built community hall with high timber ceilings and a chapel-like interior that oozes rustic charm, a rustic function room, a variety of heritage buildings and bushy hills & vines as the surrounding backdrop.
Outside are two ceremony areas including a fairy-lit fig tree and a croquet lawn with a hedge border. Up to 70 guests can stay onsite in 26 self contained motel units and there's plenty more accommodation a few minutes drive away.
29. Figbird Cottage
- Location: Terara - South Coast, NSW
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 8
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Figbird Cottage is an affordable marquee venue in a rustic garden setting surrounded by dairy country. Stunning English gardens with rose arch arbors, mod-rustic gates and ornamental rotundas provide a spectacular setting for elegant rustic ceremonies and there's plenty of outdoor lawn area for games, canapés and drinks.
Affordable DIY wedding packages include 2 cottages that sleep 8 for the weekend. An ideal spot for luxe-vintage weddings.
30. Private Property Illawarra
- Location: 8 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Stanwell Park, NSW 2508
- Capacity: 60
- Accommodation: Sleeps 18
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
This Victorian era Airbnb is perched on a hilltop overlooking incredible ocean views to Wollongong and has a covered entertaining area in the backyard that is well suited to vintage and rustic weddings with up to 60 guests. Inside the house, up to 18 guests can be seated around the main dining table and there's a vintage balcony that offers a gorgeous setting for cocktails in the afternoon sun.
Two night midweek hire starts at an affordable $2,850 for events with up to 50 guests. Weddings with additional guests are welcome to enquire.
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Rustic Wedding Venues on the North Coast
31. The Oasis Port Stephens
- Location: 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour, NSW 2316
- Capacity: 80
- Accommodation: Sleeps 50
- Wedding Packages: BYO
This rustic wedding deck at The Oasis in Port Stephens lights up at night with thousands of fairy lights in the surrounding trees creating the most magical & romantic setting of any venue in NSW. This beautiful reception venue comes with exclusive hire of the resort for two nights with accommodation for up to 50 guests in 9 self contained units.
To hire the resort for your wedding is surprisingly inexpensive given its location just 600 metres from One Mile Beach. There's 5 acres of tropical gardens providing a choice of places to get married immersed in tranquil water features, billabongs and timber boardwalks.
32. Goolawah Retreat
- Location: 288 Point Plomer Rd, Crescent Head NSW 2440
- Capacity: 30 - 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 32 + camping
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Goolawah Retreat is nestled in 28 acres of native bushland on the Mid North Coast and with the beach right on your doorstep, it's the perfect place to get married fully connected to nature. The property features 5 stylish cottages, optional onsite camping, and has more accommodation nearby so you can easily plan a relaxed 3 day wedding here.
Affordable wedding packages include exclusive use of the property for the weekend with your ceremony hosted under shady gum trees. There's a brand new rustic reception venue pavilion that seats up to 90 guests or 120 for a cocktail function. DIY styling. Choose your own caterers. BYO alcohol. Pet friendly. No curfew.
33. Tanilba House
- Capacity: 90
- Ceremony & Reception Venues: Heritage House, Gardens
- Location: Port Stephens - North Coast, NSW
- Info: Heritage style rustic wedding venue in Port Stephens. DIY & BYO, Waterfront, Ocean Views, Gardens, Small Weddings, Ceremony Only Packages, Exclusive Use, Outdoor Receptions, Sleeps 4. All inclusive wedding packages from $9,200.
34. Footprints Farm
- Location: 192 Jones Road, Eungai Rail, NSW 2441
- Capacity: 100
- Accommodation: Sleeps 100
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Footprints is the perfect place for rustic weddings if you're looking for an affordable and relaxed country location where all your guests can camp onsite. This hidden gem is located between Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour on a secluded 300 acre bamboo farm that is supported by horse agistment.
Wedding facilities surround a 5 acre spring fed lake where a tiki bar overlooks peaceful views of native turtles and birds feeding. Reception venues include a full size commercial greenhouse, a pair of tipis and an gorgeous outdoor area under Moreton Bay Fig trees. There's bathroom amenities for campers, a camp kitchen and onsite accommodation for anyone without their own camper or tent.
35. Longview Farm
- Capacity: 120
- Ceremony & Reception Venues: Barn, Farm, Rotating House
- Location: Manning Valley - North Coast, NSW
- Info: Longview Farm features a rustic open-sided venue aptly named 'The Entertainment Shed'. With this property you also get luxury accommodation in the unique rotating farmhouse. DIY & BYO, Waterfront, Small Weddings, Weekend Hire, Exclusive Use, Late Curfew, Pet-friendly, Sleeps 36 + glamping
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Rustic Venues in the Riverina
36. Kimo Estate
- Capacity: 200
- Ceremony & Reception Venues: Shed, Farm
- Location: Gundagai - Riverina, NSW
- Info: Kimo Estate is a massive 7,000 acre working property that's available to hire for weddings just 45 minutes from Wagga Wagga. Wedding ceremonies are held in the estate gardens and receptions in the refurbished Grain Shed. BYO venue on eco friendly rural escape. Heritage, Pet-friendly, Sleeps 30
37. Perricoota Station
- Capacity: 500
- Ceremony & Reception Venues: Packing Shed, Farm, Orchard
- Location: Moama - Riverina, NSW
- Info: Historic venue for weddings in a rustic waterfront setting near the Murray River. Gardens, All-in-one, Arrive by Boat
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Rustic Venues on the South Coast
38. The Homestead Berry
- Location: 8 Homestead Lane, Berry, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 120
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The refurbished cow shed at The Homestead Berry lends a modern vibe to rustic wedding receptions with contemporary concrete floors and elegant white doors contrasting with natural timber and corrugated iron. The space features a unique silo bar and adjoins a covered outdoor space that works well as an alfresco lounge or dance floor.
Owner Julie has an amazing vision for creating unique wedding spaces and has built a one-of-a-kind circular arbour that overlooks stunning rural views. The raw timber beams creating the arbor could not be more perfect for rustic themed weddings and the whole space looks incredible installed with hanging & ground-up florals.
39. Linnaeus Collection Berry
- Location: 599 Coolangatta Road, Berry, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 2 - 30
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Location Hire: DIY/BYO
The gorgeous barn at Linnaeus Farm is the perfect location for intimate weddings and elopements in Berry. Located at the bottom of the 3.5 hectare estate, the space offers views to Saddleback Mountain and features a ping pong table, infrared sauna and private dining seating for up to 30 guests.
Venue hire includes a two night stay in the luxury 5 bedroom homestead which is surrounded by manicured gardens, a resort-style pool, petanque court and a picturesque mini lake house. Additional accommodation is available at other luxury properties in the Linnaeus Collection which are all within 5 minutes drive.
40. Moraea Farm
- Location: 450b Coolangatta Road, Berry, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 30
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Location Hire: $4,500+
Moraea Farm is part of the Linnaeus Collection in Berry and welcomes small wedding ceremonies and elopements in its gardens. Beside the cottage is a unique ivy-clad restaurant that can be added to venue hire for private dining seating up to 30 guests.
The restaurant is licensed, has a commercial kitchen and comes fully furnished with wooden tables and the ability to choose your own caterer. A rustic brick courtyard extends the reception space making this an unforgettable location for an indoor/outdoor dining.
41. Wedding Shed - The Woods Farm
- Location: Bayly Road, Tomerong, NSW 2540
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 126
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The Wedding Shed at the Woods Farm is just one of the unique reception spaces at this incredible 40 acre woodland property. There's also an outdoor bar surrounded by native bushland that has a vintage chandelier hanging overhead and plenty of surrounding space for seated or cocktail weddings under the stars.
This boho-perfect venue also comes with a unique bush chapel for your wedding ceremony, photo opportunities with vintage tractors and petting animals, and accommodation for 126 guests for 2 nights. There is a permanent glamping village set up with, fire pits, amenities and cooking facilities for guests, plus a lush swimming pool and herb garden pizza oven.
42. Mountain View Estate
- Location: Tilba Tilba, NSW
- Capacity: 2 - 120
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2 - 14
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The Old Dairy at Mountain View Estate is an open sided cattle shed and one of the most authentic rustic wedding venues in the state. The shed and adjoining paddock where a marquee or tipis can be set up are completely surrounded by tranquil nature and are overlooked by the majestic Gulgoa Mountains.
Every spring the property's Daisy Fields come to life and for a limited 6 week season all-inclusive elopement packages are offered where you can get married at a specially carved altar within the flowers. Optional accommodation includes 3 cottages, a hand painted vintage caravan (aka the 'love shack') and 2 glamping tents.
43. Mimosa Wines
- Location: Bermagui - South Cost, NSW 2546
- Capacity: 180
- Accommodation: Sleeps 13
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
With raw timber pylons, wine barrels and a huge glass wall that opens onto a deck with jaw dropping vineyard and national park views, Mimosa Wines is a spectacular spot for rustic wedding ceremonies & receptions.
This renowned foodie destination is one of the only reception venues in NSW to serve a gastro menu at weddings and offers exceptional value with surprisingly reasonable prices. Venue hire includes a lily pond deck ceremony within the vines and accommodation for 13 guests in two cottages. Ask about access to the new glamping village for additional guests.
44. Eleven Eighty Weddings
- Location: 1180 Bolong Road, Coolangatta, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 80
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
- Accommodation: Sleeps 15
Rustic wedding venues at Eleven Eighty include this outdoor brick courtyard that seats up to 80 guests, a small shed that seats up to 30 guests, a refurbished old school hall that seats 50 guests and a vintage train carriage that caters for elegant private dining of up to 20 guests.
Venue hire at this quirky little country estate includes 2 nights accommodation in two onsite cottages, exclusive use of the entire 3 acres and access to a styling shed where you'll find timber tables & chairs, leather lounges, wicker seating, string lights, mason jars and other DIY-friendly styling items perfect for rustic weddings.
45. The Cove
- Location: Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 111
- Wedding Packages: BYO
If you're looking for a laid back beachside location well suited to rustic events, The Cove is one of the best wedding venues in Australia. The 3 acre resort has an incredible paved courtyard with an outdoor bar surrounding a fairy-lit tree where cocktail weddings or seated dining can be set up under the stars.
This beautiful Jervis Bay resort is exclusively yours for a 2 night stay including a huge fun house, beach cabins and fun glamping village with luxe amenities. You get your own private beach, kayaks and paddle boards for guests, use of the brand new reception hall and a welcome night event and recovery breakfast.
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Rustic Venues in the Southern Highlands
46. Growwild Wildflower Farm
- Location: Alpine - Southern Highlands, NSW
- Capacity: 120
- Accommodation: Next door
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The wedding marquee at Growwild Wildflower Farm is a beautiful modern space for rustic weddings that overlooks incredible views of wildflower plantings and adjoins a festoon-lit brick courtyard perfect for dancing under the stars.
The family-owned property is an affordable and elegant DIY & BYO venue that comes with full support from owners Jane and Lukas who are very hands-on on your wedding day, driving you around the property on a John Deere and even doing content creation for you. Wedding packages include exclusive use of the entire venue. Keep your eye out for a Koala.
47. Augustine's Room
- Location: Moss Vale - Southern Highlands, NSW
- Capacity: 30 - 55
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The luxe-rustic Augustine's Room at Mali Brae Farm is a luxury barn style reception venue styled with polished timber, corrugated tin with floor to ceiling glass windows overlooking surrounding grazing paddocks. There's a beautiful cosy fireplace, an elegant timber-framed bar, wooden tables with cross back chairs and space for dancing for up to 55 guests.
48. Rustic Ruins - Mali Brae Farm
- Location: Moss Vale - Southern Highlands, NSW
- Capacity: 30 - 110
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The rustic ruins at Mali Brae Farm are situated directly outside the property's two reception venues and is the most unique location in the Southern Highlands for outdoor wedding ceremonies. The ruins also make an incredible backdrop for wedding photos and a romantic spot for your first dance with no additional styling required (saving money on arbor hire).
The ruins are one of 6 potential ceremony sites on the property and come with use of the dedicated ceremony shed in the event of wet weather.
49. Briars Conservatory
- Location: 653 Moss Vale Rd, Burradoo, NSW 2576
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 130
- All inclusive wedding packages from $165/pp
Briars is a romantic country retreat set on 15 rural acres near Bowral in the picturesque Southern Highlands region. As Briars has a country inn with hotel accommodation for up to 130 guests just a short wander from the ceremony & reception area, it's an easy location to plan a destination wedding from Sydney or Canberra.
The light-filled Briars Conservatory offers an idyllic reception venue for rustic weddings and overlooks the lakeside ceremony rotunda and gardens. The wedding venues are private from the Inn but within walking distance for guests to access the public bar for post ceremony refreshments and post reception after party.
50. Sylvan Glen Estate
- Location: 570 Kareela Rd, Penrose, NSW 2579
- Capacity: 140
- Accommodation: Sleeps 62
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Sylvan Glen accommodates up to 62 wedding guests onsite making it one of the largest private estates to hire for destination weddings in the Southern Highlands. And being set within 60 acres of ecologically protected woodlands with its own private 9 hole golf course, it's also one of the region's most fun places to take over for 3 day celebrations.
The property has a purpose-built outdoor altar with a vine-walled backdrop perfect for ceremonies with an earthy vibe. The reception venue feels similar to Bendooley's book barn with a slightly more vintage vibe and its unique L-shaped design makes it easily configurable for intimate weddings of any size. Group accommodation is in a 15 suite heritage guesthouse and seperate cottage with amenities for casual get-togethers.
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Rustic Venues in Sydney
51. Lords Estate Chapel
- Capacity: 2 - 80
- Ceremony & Reception Venues: Chapel, private dining
- Location: 313 Seven Hills Rd, Seven Hills, NSW 2147
The blank canvas wedding chapel at Lords Estate has reopened again after 41 years and is now available to hire for wedding ceremonies of up to 80 guests. The chapel also makes a unique setting for micro weddings with a long table of up to 30 guests permitted inside.
The main homestead at the back of the 140 year old chapel is lived in by the owners and has a seperate entry to the estate's formal dining rooms. You can hire these two vintage spaces for small private dining experiences of up to 12 guests.
52. SOHO at Jones Bay Wharf
Location: 32 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW 2009
Capacity: 100
Wedding Packages: All inclusive
SOHO is one of our favourite rustic wedding venues in Sydney as it adjoins a timber deck that has beautiful views over Sydney Harbour. With brick walls and industrial styling, the New York inspired studio oozes heritage charm and is an ideal event space for cocktail weddings with up to 100 guests or seated private dining for 70.
53. Chapel Hill Retreat
- Location: 36 Berambing Crest, Berambing, NSW 2758
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 36
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The covered barrel deck at Chapel Hill Retreat is just one of the 7 rustic wedding venues at this beautiful country estate. There's also an uncovered timber deck, gardens & lawns, an avenue of Oaks, a hilltop chapel, a natural bush cathedral and a blank canvas wedding hall well suited to rustic styling.
54. Saint Events Centre
- Location: Saint Mary's Leagues Club
- Capacity: 20 - 500
- Accommodation: Sleeps everyone
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
With its timber coloured concertina walls, Saints Event Centre is one of Western Sydney's best spaces for affordable rustic weddings. All inclusive wedding packages are priced from just $55 per person. There's a bar in each reception venue and onsite accommodation at the Holiday Inn.
55. Australian Botanic Gardens Mount Annan
- Capacity: 200
- Ceremony & Reception Venues: Gardens, marquee, function centre
- Location: 362 Narellan Rd, Mount Annan, NSW 2567
The Australian Botanical Gardens in Western Sydney has several rustic ceremony areas onsite including this private rainforest garden and a secluded woodlands backdrop. You can hire these gardens exclusively for your wedding ceremony or opt for longer hire and have an outdoor reception as well.
All wedding packages include use of the gardens for your wedding photos. Wedding receptions can also be held in the Bowden Function Centre or a brand new space opening in 2022 and you can choose from all inclusive or BYO.
56. Lindesay House
- Location: 1 Carthona Avenue, Darling Point, NSW 2027
- Capacity: 10 - 100
- Venue Hire: $6,535 - $10,385
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
Lindesay House is located on the waters edge at Darling Point and is an historic 19th century mansion that offers the perfect heritage backdrop for rustic themed weddings on Sydney Harbour. Venue hire is priced from $6,535 for day time weddings with up to 60 guests, or $10,385 for weddings with up to 100 guests and/or a later 9pm curfew.
57. Heritage Wharf at Jones Bay Wharf
Location: 32 Pirrama Road, Pyrmont, NSW 2009
Capacity: 1,000
Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Heritage Finger Wharf in Pyrmont is located within walking distance of the Sydney CBD and is the city's largest rustic wedding venue. The space seats up to 680 guests under dramatic industrial ceilings and has floor to ceiling windows that overlook Sydney Harbour. The Doltone House run venue comes with affordable wedding packages and you're able to access overhead rigging for styling installations.
58. Taronga Zoo Sydney
- Location: Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman, NSW 2088
- Capacity: 30 - 600
- Accommodation: 58 Rooms
- Wedding Packages: $220 - $230/pp
The African Savannah at Taronga Zoo immerses you among the world's most graceful wild animals in an earthy scene that none of your wedding guests will ever forget. With wooden floors, a timber arbour, bench seats and giraffes grazing on hay behind you, this unique ceremony venue couldn't be more perfect for rustic "I do's". And it's still enough of a blank canvas that you can add your personal touch.
The Zoo also has four modern reception spaces that all offer spectacular views over Sydney Harbour and range from a funky rooftop bar to a grand ballroom. Catering for various sized weddings from 30 guests to 600, you can host your entire wedding on the zoo grounds (including onsite photos with animals) making the day feel effortless and easy.
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Rustic Wedding Venues in Country NSW
59. Kiruna Farm
- Location: Woodstock Rd, Woodburn, NSW 2538
- Capacity: 50
- Venue Hire: $4,000+
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
This 100 acre sustainable flower farm is located near Milton on the South Coast and with views over fields of wild blooms it's one of the prettiest spots to get married in New South Wales.
At Kiruna Farm you share your handwritten vows amongst the wildflowers and hosting your reception in a cleared-out machinery shed. Unlike other shed venues in the region, this one hasn't been refurbished and lends a delightfully authentic rustic aesthetic to weddings. Owned and operated by local florist Anna, you'll be wrapped in the warmth of a family that cares in raw timber walls that feel like they've been here forever.
60. Midginbil 3 Day Weddings
- Location: Tweed Valley - Northern NSW
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 150+
- Wedding Packages: 3 day
Midginbil Eco Resort is a low key, rustic wedding location nestled amongst sub-tropical rainforest in Northern New South Wales. Set on 400 picturesque acres with expansive views across surrounding national park, the resort offers a unique 3 day wedding destination with accommodation for 70 - 150 guests.
The reception venue is a rustic wedding barn and you have a choice of 3 ceremony sites. Approximate cost per head is $130 - $250 per person depending on your preferred caterers and reception vendors. Guests pay their own accommodation and a meal package including 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches.
61. Mimosa Wines
- Capacity: 180
- Ceremony & Reception Venues: Winery, Restaurant
- Location: Bermagui - South Coast, NSW
- Accommodation: Sleeps 13
Mimosa Wines is an architecturally designed hatted restaurant with the most spectacular views in NSW. Oozing rustic charm with original timber features & finishes, the elevated reception venue opens onto a wraparound outdoor dining space overlooking the vineyard below and hundreds of acres of lush national park.
Rustic weddings are easy to organise at Mimosa with little styling required. All food & beverages are included and there is a waterfront jetty, the vineyard and bushland settings for ceremonies. There's also two self contained cottages accessible via a stunning walk through the vineyard.
62. Glencara Country Estate
- Location: 706 Jerrybang Lane, Monteagle, NSW 2594
- Capacity: 2 - 160
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2 + glamping/camping
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Glencara's newly refurbished wedding reception barn seats up to 120 guests for DIY & BYO celebrations. The 10 hectare working farm is located in the Hilltops region of NSW between Young and Grenfell and offers 3 day wedding packages with optional onsite glamping for guests.
Surrounded by vibrant crops of canola in Spring and green wheat fields in Autumn, Glencara is a particularly picturesque location for outdoor weddings in the side seasons. Whimsical gardens include a one-of-a-kind rustic maze and there's a spacious area for marquees or tipis.
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Most rustic venues on this list are all-in-one venues where you can host both your wedding ceremony and reception in the one place. Many of these venues that provide accommodation onsite can also offer exclusive use of the property for the entire weekend. This option allows you to host several wedding related events at the property such as a pre-wedding rehearsal dinner and a post wedding recovery brunch.
Whatever your plans are, a rustic wedding venue provides the setting for a unique, fun and memorable wedding experience. Enquire with any of these rustic wedding venues in NSW by following the links provided. Happy planning.
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