Wedding estates in NSW are private properties that can be hired for ceremonies & wedding receptions. They provide a uniquely intimate place to get married that includes exclusive use of the entire property. Private estates that allow weddings onsite are located all over New South Wales including Sydney, the North & South Coasts and in off-the-beaten-track country areas.
In NSW, wedding estates are made available to rent with two main package types. Some wedding venues offer DIY & BYO packages where you get to take over the estate for the day or weekend and bring your own suppliers. Other wedding estates offer all-inclusive deals where everything including catering is taken care of for you.
Estate wedding venues are unique locations by virtue of their setting & exclusivity, and provide a secluded & non-traditional place to get married that promises a one-of-a-kind experience. From private properties to hire for weddings in Sydney, to luxury houses and Airbnb wedding venues in the Hunter Valley & Byron Bay, NSW has some of Australia’s most exclusive and beautiful private wedding estates.
Wedding Estates in NSW include a huge range of private properties from exclusive-use resorts & hotels to cute little country cottages. There’s heritage homesteads, waterfront homes, rainforest lodges and venues with accommodation for 100 guests. All wedding estates in NSW are weekend wedding venues with ceremony & reception spaces in the one place.
Here are the 50 best private estate wedding venues in NSW. At most of these beautiful private properties you can also host pre & post wedding events onsite.
Table of Contents
Top 10 Wedding Estates in NSW
Blue Mountains
Byron Bay
Central Coast
Hunter Valley
Newcastle
Northern Coast NSW
South Coast NSW
Southern Highlands
Sydney
Wagga Wagga
Wollongong
Off The Beaten Track
Top 10 Wedding Estates in NSW
1. 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 wedding estate nestled on the Peterson River 45 minutes from Pokolbin in the upper Hunter Valley. The 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom house accommodates 16 guests for the weekend with additional guests able to camp on the farm's 200 incredibly picturesque acres.
The Lodge is one of the newest private properties to hire for weddings in NSW and offers a versatile blank canvas completely immersed within lush green hills. Small weddings can be hosted inside the house, on the infinity pool deck or under the stars on the riverside lawn. Larger weddings will require a marquee with hire packages available through the venue.
2. Linnaeus Estate Berry
- Location: 599 Coolangatta Road, Berry, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 2 - 30
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Location Hire: DIY/BYO
Linnaeus Estate is the newest private property to hire for weddings on the NSW South Coast and is located 6 minutes from Berry overlooking picturesque views to Saddleback Mountain. The 5 star property features a five bedroom house on 3.5 hectares of manicured gardens with a Lake House, orchard & olive grove and the best private playground in Australia.
Wedding ceremony spots include two centuries-old Fig Trees, an edible garden framed by a stately timber arbour and the magnificent barn doors of Club Linnaeus (aka Jamie's Barn). Inside the barn is a beautiful area for private dining, a wet weather ceremony space, a games area with ping pong and a private sauna. Max 30 guests.
3. St Joseph's Guesthouse
- Location: 1029 Saint Albans Road, Saint Albans, NSW 2775
- Capacity: 100
- Accommodation: 5 Bedrooms, sleeps 10
- Venue Hire: $3,500 - $7,500
St Joseph's Guesthouse is an award winning heritage estate built in the ruins of a 160 year old church. The non-denominational wedding venue has 5 bedrooms in the upper 2 stories and a function area on the ground floor. A flat venue hire fee includes exclusive access to the Guesthouse, grounds and accommodation for 3+ days.
At St Joseph's Guesthouse you are free to BYO your choice of wedding vendors & host an intimate day-time wedding for up to 100 guests onsite. There is also a private reception area at The Settlers Arms Inn owned by the same owners nearby and a private local bus to transport guests.
4. Greystone Estate
- Location: 617 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Capacity: 30 - 110
- Accommodation: Sleeps 32 in 2 homesteads
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Greystone Estate is a luxurious, Hamptons-inspired private property that you can hire for your exclusive use for a weekend wedding in the Hunter Valley. The 5 star self contained estate boasts luxury accommodation for up to 32 wedding guests and is well suited to micro weddings as well as larger celebrations of up to 110.
One of the best appointed wedding estates in NSW, Greystone features 10 resort-like acres of manicured lawns and gardens, a swimming pool & BBQ area, games room and private butlers pantry. For larger weddings there's an open air pavilion and modern, all-white reception venue.
The open plan layout of the Main House features gathering areas for smaller wedding receptions or pre & post wedding events with views across the property taking in spectacular sunsets. Greystone Estate comes with an onsite 5 star wedding concierge experience that includes private catering. Highly recommended.
5. Ravensthorpe Guesthouse
- Location: 56 Tongarra Rd, Albion Park NSW 2527
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 14
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Ravensthorpe Guesthouse is an elegant Georgian manor house with overnight accommodation available for up to 14 wedding guests onsite. The highly romantic wedding venue features individual areas to utilise how you please including an indoor restaurant, conservatory, large marquee and adjoining courtyard.
The wedding estate is surrounded by 3 acres of classic gardens with a stunning ceremony rotunda enjoying regional country views. The property offers lots of wedding photo opportunities including beside the swimming pool and in the tennis court area.
6. Figbird Cottage
- Location: 330 Comerong Island Rd, Terara, NSW 2540
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 8 in 2 cottages
- Wedding Packages: Venue hire from $4,500
Figbird Cottage is one of the most affordable wedding estates in NSW. You can hire the property for the day for $4,500 or 3 days/2 nights from $7,500 including accommodation for 8 in 2 onsite cottages. You also get all furniture & tableware for your wedding ceremony & reception including arbors, lighting, cutlery etc.
The elegant English-style gardens at Figbird Cottage are picture perfect against surrounding dairy land creating the ideal setting for relaxed, country weddings. The property's reception venue is in a luxe European marquee adjoining manicured lawns.
You can set up outdoor tables onsite, bring in food trucks, install festoon lighting (venue supplied free of charge) or create a festival style 'backyard' wedding scene. With a stunning blank canvas to get you started, the options at Figbird Cottage are endless.
7. Tides Byron Estate
- Location: 290 North Teven Road, Teven, NSW 2478
- Capacity: 20 - 140
- Accommodation: Sleeps 22
- Wedding Packages: Tailored
Tides in Byron Bay is a luxury wedding estate situated on a 100 acre macadamia orchard. The property centres around an elegant 8 bedroom house and there's a purpose-built reception hall adjacent, both of which can be hired together or exclusive of one another.
The house can be hired for small, mid-week weddings with the poolside event space catering for up to 40 guests with views to Lennox Head. The licensed wedding hall and outdoor terrace seat up to 140 guests either indoors or out, and comes fully furnished with a choice of caterers.
8. Eleven Eighty Weddings
- Location: 1180 Bolong Road, Coolangatta, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 80
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
- Accommodation: Sleeps 15
Eleven Eighty is a small and quirky wedding estate situated on 3 acres just south of Wollongong. The historic property is the site of an old school and one of the two cottages which sleep 15 guests is the old schoolmasters residence.
There are 5 eclectic event spaces across the estate's grounds including the old school hall which seats 50, the beautiful courtyard that seats 80, a train carriage perfect for private dining with up to 20 guests and a luxe barn that can accommodate 30 people.
9. The Woods Farm
- Location: Lot 3 Bayly Rd, Tomerong, NSW 2540
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 120
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The Woods Farm is a 40 acre wedding estate where all your guests can stay onsite with you. The property is well suited to vintage and rustic weddings with old tractors and vintage wares dotting the landscape.
The farm is renowned for its unique country chapel. The open air structure provides a covered ceremony location like no other with hanging chandeliers, luxe rustic wood finishings and a spectacular garden arbor walk leading to the altar.
The reception shed can seat up to 200 with an adjoining marquee. Accommodation is in 8 x 3 bedroom cottages and the venue has 18 glamping tents available for use.
10. The Cove Jervis Bay
- Location: Ellmoos Road via Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 111
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
At The Cove, you get your own private resort complete with a secluded beach, outdoor garden party areas and brand new modern reception hall. This 3 acre seaside oasis is a destination wedding venue where you get the entire estate for the exclusive use of your wedding for the weekend. All guests stay onsite with you and you can have pre & post wedding events in the indoor/outdoor garden areas.
The Cove features a pamper room to get ready in, a games garden, a village green with outdoor bar and festoon lighting, an outdoor pavilion, a chandelier tree grove, cabins, glamping village, communal kitchen and bathrooms, a funhouse and kayaks and paddle boards.
Wedding Estates in the Blue Mountains
11. Dantosa Estate
- Location: 76 Mort St, Katoomba, NSW 2780
- Capacity: 16 - 60
- Accommodation: Sleeps 18
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Dantosa Estate has two private residences to hire for weddings across 9 acres of country gardens that are completely immersed within the Blue Mountains world heritage national park. The largest of the two houses has a spacious dining room that seats up to 60 guests and adjoins a covered balcony overlooking the property's private lake.
On the lake is a purpose-built ceremony pontoon and picturesque lake house that make a beautiful backdrop for wedding photos and wedding receptions can be hosted in the gardens overlooking this beautiful setting. There's also a tennis court on the property which offers an alternative spot for outdoor wedding receptions.
12. Berry Hill Estate
- Location: 1832 River Road, Leets Vale, NSW 2775
- Capacity: 20 - 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 74+
- Wedding Packages: DIY (Onsite coordinator available)
Berry Hill is a brand new country estate that can be hired for all-in-one weddings in the Hawkesbury. Located on 75 picturesque acres of undisturbed wilderness, the unique estate offers a scenic and very private spot well suited to outdoor teepee weddings.
Weddings at the estate are a DIY sort of affair with a choice of marquees and tipis to choose from for your reception and the option to set up a glamping village. Couples who get married here love the peaceful ambience and serenity with 2km of river frontage to explore by foot or canoe.
Wedding Estates in Central Coast
13. Paradise Botanical Gardens
- Location: Kulnura, NSW 2250
- Capacity: 230
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: DIY & BYO
Paradise Botanical Gardens has a variety of ceremony and reception sites on its 230 acres of gardens, including this picturesque, dam-side marquee lawn. Other outdoor wedding areas include a newly refurbished covered courtyard hidden amongst rare plants which features unique stained glass panelling.
14. Somersby Gardens Estate
- Location: 380 Somersby Falls Rd, Somersby, NSW 2250
- Capacity: 120
- Accommodation: Sleeps 14
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Somersby Gardens Estate is a secluded & peaceful 50 acre private property surrounded by nature. Wedding packages include exclusive access to the manicured gardens, the option of a pavilion wedding or use of the outdoor amphitheatre and clear roof marquee.
Just 20 minutes from Gosford, this wedding estate is conveniently located close to local amenities and within easy reach of both Sydney & Newcastle airports. The gardens come with a luxury 7 bedroom residence providing accommodation with a swimming pool onsite.
Wedding Estates in Byron Bay
15. Midginbil Eco Resort
- Location: 252 Midginbil Rd, Midginbil, NSW 2484
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 150+
- Wedding Packages: 3 day/2 night from $7,900
Midginbil Eco Resort is an expansive 400 acre private estate that offers 3 day affordable destination weddings. The relaxed property is surrounded by rainforest and has stunning views across regional national parkland. It's an ideal spot for outdoor festival style weddings and accommodation onsite for the entire guest list.
The 3 day/2 night package includes exclusive use of the estate, access to all accommodation & the pool, tennis and volleyball courts, plus a choice of 3 ceremony sites and use of the reception barn. You can BYO catering & drinks according to your budget, guests are able to pay their own accommodation and all meals aside from the wedding reception are catered at the onsite Lodge.
16. Tides Byron Estate
- Location: 290 North Teven Road, Teven, NSW 2478
- Capacity: 20 - 140
- Accommodation: Sleeps 22
- Wedding Packages: Tailored
In the picturesque Byron Bay Hinterland is Tides Byron Estate, a beautiful macadamia orchard on a private 100 acre farm. The property offers three options for weddings; an 8 bedroom luxury house which caters for poolside weddings for up to 40 guests, a reception hall that seats up to 140 inside or outside on its terrace, and the orchard where outdoor dining can be arranged.
Wedding Estates in Hunter Valley
17. Leaves & Fishes
- Location: 737 Lovedale Road, Lovedale, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 2 - 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
One of the most unique private estates for weddings in NSW is Leaves & Fishes, a rainforest retreat located in the heart of Lovedale. Set across 20 acres of tropical gardens, the property features a Tuscan-style sunken garden that seats up to 300 guests, a banquet hall with a candle-lit Roman Bath and a little restaurant perfect for intimate celebrations.
Accommodation at Leaves & Fishes is in 4 luxury boat sheds and a 2 bedroom villa that each have private balconies overhanging a flowering Lotus Lake. Micro wedding receptions can be hosted on the tranquil villa deck overlooking fish swimming in the lake.
18. Wallaringa Farm
- Location: 321 Wallaringa Road, Wallaringa, NSW 2420
- Capacity: 12
- Accommodation: Sleeps 8
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
This 3 bedroom house wedding venue is located at Wallaringa Farm, hidden in the lush hills of the Hunter Valley's Dungog Shire region. Perfect for elopements, the very private property caters for a maximum of 12 guests on a spacious covered deck, in the open plan dining room or on lush lawns overlooking paddocks of grazing Wallaringa Horses.
Venue hire includes exclusive use of the house and grounds for two nights with the option of booking an all inclusive elopement package from $5,500 that comes with a celebrant and photographer.
19. Goosewing Cottage
- Location: 1194 Mount View Rd, Mount View, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 20
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Goosewing Cottage is one of the best estate wedding venues for micro celebrations and elopements. Catering for a maximum of 20 wedding guests, the gorgeous little covered arbor provides the perfect spot for private wedding ceremonies.
Goosewing Cottage offers a great collection of all inclusive packages for micro weddings. Their "all inclusive" is somewhat more inclusive than most wedding estates with planning, a celebrant and photographer all part of the deal.
You can get married here surrounded by picturesque farming land, with kangaroos grazing in the lush fields nearby. The property has a cottage + homestead and facilities for pre & post wedding events onsite. Elopement packages are available Mon - Thur from $2,290.
20. Adams Peak Country Estate
- Location: 66 Adams Peak Rd, Broke, NSW 2330
- Capacity: 180
- Accommodation: Sleeps 24 in a house & Bridal Retreat
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Adams Peak Country Estate is a contender for the award of wedding venues with best views in NSW. The property is one of the most popular wedding estates in NSW for rustic style celebrations, due to its surrounding scenic landscape which are taken in from both the ceremony and reception venues. The property is within close proximity to Hunter Valley wineries and easily accessible from Sydney.
Wedding packages start at $12,000 with exclusive property hire including 2 nights accommodation for 24 people in a luxury house & seperate homestead. A hay shed & barn provide a choice of reception venues and ceremonies can literally be held anywhere on the grounds. Choose from the venue's preferred suppliers for catering.
21. Wallalong House
- Location: 76 Wallalong Rd, Wallalong, NSW 2320
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 19
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Wallalong House is one of the most unique wedding estates in NSW. The laid back, country property features a majestic Indian Tent that ups the luxe factor with stone flooring, marble bars and a luxurious poolside setting.
You can get married under the estate's 200 year old fig tree with the surrounding countryside as your backdrop, then as the sun sets and poolside lighting kicks in, the romance atmosphere sets the scene for one heck of a party.
Accommodation for 19 includes a bridal suite in the 1830's era stables.
22. Estate Tuscany
- Location: Cnr Mistletoe Ln & Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Capacity: 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 80
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Estate Tuscany is a wedding destination where the whole guest list can stay for the weekend. The Tuscan style hotel rooms accommodate 80 guests onsite and the 2 reception venues cater meals for the duration of your stay.
Weddings at Estate Tuscany are absolutely stunning against a backdrop of the Brokenback Ranges and offer some of the best views in the Hunter Valley. Wedding packages are all inclusive at around $180/pp.
23. Redleaf Wollombi
- Location: 2480 Wollombi Rd, Wollombi, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 250
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Redleaf Wollombi is a 6 bedroom luxury Italian style villa nestled on a 100 acre country retreat just outside the Hunter Valley. The exclusive property offers a very private and intimate location for garden weddings and outdoor marquee receptions.
A Tuscan style courtyard is a popular spot for long table receptions under the stars or you can set up a teepee on the property's expansive lawns. There's also a Garden House onsite which is a luxe rustic barn style venue seating up to 60 guests.
Weekend venue hire is $24,200 with off-peak rates available for micro or mid-week weddings. It's an absolutely stunning 3-day wedding venue for those with the budget.
24. Pokolbin Village Estate
- Location: 2188 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
- Capacity: 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 54
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Estate: Pokolbin Village Estate is a sprawling property that spans 100 acres in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Weddings on the estate are held in a function room that's perfect for smaller celebrations of up to 60 guests, or in a variety of outdoor marquee locations.
You'll need to BYO marquee, caterers and other suppliers. There's a hotel and other self contained accommodation available through the venue that caters for up to 54 guests.
Wedding Estates in Newcastle
25. Stanley Park
- Location: 77 Fullerton Cove Rd, Fullerton Cove, NSW 2318
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 15
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The 3 story wedding estate at Stanley Park is a grand Victorian homestead featuring 8 majestic bedrooms surrounded by 28 acres of park like lawns and gardens. The waterfront estate can be hired for your exclusive use for the day or entire weekend.
The end to end wedding venue enables you to get married under ancient fig trees or on the waterfront and then take photos around the grounds. You can then party in the rustic barn or under the stars on surroundings lawns and wind down after in the homestead.
Wedding Estates on the North Coast
26. Goolawah Retreat
- Location: 288 Point Plomer Rd, Crescent Head NSW 2440
- Capacity: 30 - 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 32 + camping
- Wedding Packages: 3 day venue hire is $10,000 including accommodation
Surrounded by 28 acres of native bushland and with stunning ocean views, Goolawah Retreat is an intimate and relaxed wedding destination for a 3 day stay with family & friends. The property features 5 renovated cottages and there's more accommodation nearby. Camping is also permitted onsite.
The owners of Goolawah Retreat have constructed a new pavilion reception venue that seats 90 guests or caters for cocktail functions of up to 120. You get exclusive use of the entire property including all accommodation with wedding packages, simply choose your own suppliers. No curfew.
27. The Oasis Micro Wedding Resort
Location: 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour, NSW 2316
Capacity: 80
Accommodation: Sleeps 50
Wedding Packages: BYO
The Oasis is a private rainforest resort that offers exclusive-use venue hire for weddings at One Mile Beach in Port Stephens. You get the entire 5 acre property for your private use for two days with accommodation for 18 - 50 guests across 9 self contained cabins.
Amongst the tropical landscaping are lawns, timber decks, walkways and billabongs that offer the perfect backdrop for intimate wedding ceremonies and receptions under the stars. Wedding facilities also include a covered deck with fairy lit trees that seats up to 80 guests and a fully enclosed event space providing two seperate "indoor" spaces in the event of wet weather.
28. Valhalla at The Spruce Estate
- Location: 3834 Nelson Bay Rd, Bobs Farm, NSW 2316
- Capacity: 12 - 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 15
- Wedding Packages: All Inclusive
Valhalla Restaurant & Bar at the Spruce Estate in Nelson Bay is a relaxed, family owned property well known for their pizzas and home grown Anna Bay tomatoes. You can take over the restaurant for the evening, booking the entire property for your exclusive use.
Wedding ceremony locations include forest, country lane and farmland settings and you can have photos with the friendly onsite cows.
29. Summergrove Estate
- Location: 363 Carool Rd, Carool, NSW 2486
- Capacity: 130
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Summergrove Estate is an all-in-one wedding venue set atop the hills of Carool in Northern NSW. With spectacular views over surrounding countryside to the ocean, Summergrove is one of the most picturesque wedding estates in NSW.
The property features stunning gardens, an onsite chapel, a modern reception barn and 5 romantic king villas. There is a swimming pool and tennis court onsite available for your exclusive use for a wedding weekend away an hour from Byron Bay. Wedding packages start at $2,500 for ceremony only and all inclusive ceremony + reception from $170/pp.
Wedding Estates on the South Coast
30. Far Meadow Cottage
- Location: 450b Coolangatta Road, Berry, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 30
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Location Hire: $4,500+
Far Meadow Cottage is a private estate wedding venue situated near the township of Berry on the NSW South Coast. The 6 bedroom, four bathroom cottage has beautiful country gardens perfectly suited to intimate wedding ceremonies & where private lunches can be enjoyed with up to 30 guests in the backyard.
Right next to Far Meadow Cottage is a beautiful ivy-clad dining room that can be added to venue hire for a wedding reception. This private little restaurant comes fully furnished with a functioning commercial kitchen and seats up to 30 guests. Far Meadow Cottage is part of the Linnaeus Collection, a group of luxury private residences providing group accommodation within 5 minutes of Berry.
31. Fig Tree Park
- Location: 58 Sherringham Lane, Central Tilba, NSW 2546
- Capacity: 2 - 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Fig Tree Park is the newest wedding estate on the NSW South Coast. Just 2 minutes to the beach as well as the quaint holiday destination of Tilba Tilba, Fig Tree Park is an ideal destination for a romantic wedding & honeymoon all in one.
The estate features a luxury country homestead where you can utilise the spacious rooms to get ready and a private barn for your first night together as newlyweds. Large fig trees border the property and set the scene for wedding ceremonies and receptions overlooking the ocean. You can BYO marquee to pitch on the expansive lawns.
32. Mountain View Farm
- Location: 11 Mount Dromedary Trail, Tilba Tilba, NSW 2546
- Capacity: 2 - 120
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2 - 14
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
One of the most romantic private estates for weddings in New South Wales is located near Tilba Tilba at Mountain View Farm. This authentic working farm has 4 acres of country gardens featuring a rustic iron arbour and an open-sided dairy shed for outdoor receptions under imposing Mount Gulaga. There's also plenty of paddock space for marquees or tipis.
In early Spring the farm's huge fields of Everlasting Daisies burst into bloom revealing a one-off altar and aisle crafted into the centre of the paddocks. The pop up Daisy Field Weddings can be booked from mid August through to the end of September each year.
33. Coolangatta Estate
- Location: 1335 Bolong Road, Coolangatta, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 2 - 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 70
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive/DIY
Coolangatta Estate is one of the most picturesque properties in NSW, located at Shoalhaven Heads where the river meets the sea. Being the original site of settlement in the area, the estate has a special heritage vibe with convict-built buildings and beautiful rows of vines creating an amazing scene against the seaside backdrop.
There are two affordable reception venues including a 200 year old community hall that oozes historic country charm and a larger function centre. Both venues are perfectly suited to rustic style weddings. Outside are gorgeous gardens for wedding ceremonies including a fairy-lit fig tree and a hedge rimmed croquet lawn. Guests can book & pay their own rooms at the onsite motel.
34. Willow Farm
- Location: Galls Lane, Berry, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 130
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive or DIY/BYO
Willow Farm is a 160 acre private estate just a few minutes from Berry and Seven Mile Beach. Synonymous with relaxed, country weddings, Willow Farm provides a blank canvas of unique spaces to utilise however you like for a wedding weekend away with loved ones.
Interconnected reception spaces include a rustic entertainment shed, a private marquee lawn and an outdoor area where you can set up tables on the grass or install a dance floor. For wedding ceremonies you've got several choices. There's a peaceful and secluded spot near the trickling waters of the private creek, pretty garden locations or paddocks with gorgeous trees.
35. Mimosa Wines
- Location: 2845 Tathra-Bermagui Rd, Bermagui NSW 2546
- Capacity: 180
- Accommodation: Sleeps 13
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Available to hire for the exclusive use of weddings, Mimosa Wines is a 200 acre coastal winery completely surrounded by unspoilt national park. The architecturally designed, chefs hatted restaurant is perched high on its hillside and has opening walls all around overlooking the most incredible views of any wedding estate in Australia.
There are two cottages that sleep 13 guests a short walk through the vines and ceremonies can be held at the water-lily dam, amongst the trees, beside the vines or on the restaurant's incredible balcony. All inclusive wedding packages are very affordable. The most picturesque spot for foodie weddings in Australia!
36. Kullindi Homestead
- Location: Booderee National Park, Ellmoos Rd, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
- Capacity: 20 - 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10+
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Kullindi Homestead is a unique, waterfront estate featuring open lawns on the shore of the Sussex Inlet waterway near Jervis Bay. The private property provides an ideal venue for outdoor weddings with the lawns particularly well suited to marquee and teepee set ups.
There are five self-contained units onsite and should you wish extra guests to stay there's certainly plenty of space for glamping.
Wedding Estates in Southern Highlands
37. Mali Brae Farm
- Location: 562 Nowra Rd, Moss Vale, NSW 2577
- Capacity: 30 - 110
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2
- Wedding Packages: All Inclusive
Mali Brae Farm is a boutique wedding estate located on a private 90 acre farm in the heart of the Southern Highlands. The property gives you a choice of 6 ceremony locations including landscaped gardens, rustic ruins and weeping willows at the dam.
There are two reception venues on the estate that cater to different size weddings. One is a large rustic hay shed that seats up to 110 guests and the other is a new luxe space for smaller weddings from 30 - 55 guests.
38. Briars Country Estate
- Location: 653 Moss Vale Rd, Burradoo, NSW 2576
- Capacity: 200
- Wedding Packages: 80+ People
- Accommodation: Sleeps 130
Briars is one of the best wedding estates in the Southern Highlands region of NSW because it offers versatile onsite accommodation which guests are able to book & pay themselves. It also has a public bar at Briars Inn which is located privately from the ceremony & reception venue but within easy walking distance for an after party or for guests to enjoy refreshments while you have wedding photos.
The reception venue Briars Conservatory overlooks a private lake and ceremony rotunda within 15 acres of country gardens. All inclusive wedding packages provide a fully furnished ceremony & reception with a choice of menu and drink packages.
39. Growwild Wildflower Farm
- Location: 916 Old Hume Hwy, Alpine, NSW 2575
- Capacity: 145
- Accommodation: Available next door
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Growwild Wildflower Farm is an elegant garden estate with 25 acres of lawns and plantings surrounding a choice of ceremony and reception venues. As a primary supplier of native wildflower plantings to the Sydney Flower Markets, Growwild is a pretty location with plenty of local bird and wildlife. (Koalas are often spotted here)
Venue hire includes exclusive use of the grounds and you can choose your preferred lawn or garden in which to say "I do". Reception venues include a permanent marquee that sits on an elevated location overlooking the gardens and a rustic barn which is perfect for micro weddings.
Wedding Estates in Sydney
40. Chapel Hill Retreat
- Location: 36 Berambing Crest, Berambing, NSW 2758
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 34 in 7 cottages
- Wedding Packages: All-inclusive
Chapel Hill Retreat is a picturesque country estate & wedding venue located just outside of Sydney in the Hawkesbury region. The estate is best known for its charming non-denominational chapel and other ceremony venues include a natural bush cathedral, expansive lawns and new verandah with epic views over the Blue Mountains.
Chapel Hill Retreat can be hired exclusively for ceremonies & elopements, or you can book the estate's all inclusive reception packages that come with food & beverage options. There's also optional accommodation in 6 cottages and a gorgeous honeymoon suite.
41. Palm Beach Wedding Estate
- Location: Palm Beach, Sydney NSW
- Capacity: 100
- Accommodation: Sleeps 0
- Wedding Ceremony Venue
One of the most exclusive private estates to hire for wedding ceremonies in Sydney is this $40 million holiday house on the waters edge at Palm Beach. Venue hire provides exclusive access to the estate's private water frontage which features over 2,500m² of pristine lawns and Balinese-influenced tropical gardens.
This beautiful Palm Beach residence is accessible via road or water with a private jetty on the beach. There's onsite bathroom amenities and you're welcome to host post-ceremony drinks and nibbles while having photos in the gardens. No wedding receptions.
42. Lords Wedding Estate
- Location: 313 Seven Hills Rd, Seven Hills, NSW 2147
- Capacity: 2 - 100
- Ceremonies: Chapel
- Receptions: Chapel, private dining room
The private Lords Wedding Estate in Sydney is conveniently located just off the M7 only 20 minutes from the city, Parramatta and Dural. The historic property features a 140 year old private chapel that caters for weddings of all denominations and can also be utilised as a unique reception space.
Behind the chapel is the estate residence which has a seperate entrance to a vintage drawing room and private dining room catering for intimate events of up to 12 guests. The private rooms, chapel and gardens offer a huge range of backdrops for wedding photos and the gardens are beautifully intimate for outdoor receptions.
43. Cropley House
- Location: 84 Watkins Road, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153
- Capacity: 30 - 250
- Accommodation: Available Nearby
- Wedding Packages: Tailored by request
Another of Sydney's historic landmarks is Cropley House. Previously a boarding school, this stately homestead is now a wedding ceremony and reception venue that caters for both micro weddings and larger celebrations. The estate is surrounded by 5 acres of green parklands and gardens and has a total of 6 indoor reception venues.
The main function rooms can seat up to 160 wedding guests or you can have a cocktail wedding with up to 300. Smaller upstairs rooms accommodate 70 guests seated and 150 for a cocktail function. Most wedding ceremonies are held at the gazebo within the gardens.
44. Burnham Grove Estate
- Location: 332 Cawdor Rd, Cawdor, NSW 2570
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 6
- Wedding Packages: All Inclusive & BYO options
Burnham Grove is a peaceful 45 acre estate nestled in the tranquil landscape of South West Sydney. The heritage homestead provides an ideal all-in-one location for garden weddings with accommodation onsite for 6 guests.
Well known for its architecturally designed gardens featuring fountains, ponds and wrought iron gates, the nineteenth century homestead is the perfect backdrop for outdoor marquee weddings. You can even enjoy a game on the Croquet Lawn while indulging in cocktails & canapés.
45. Estate Vaucluse House
- Location: Wentworth Rd, Vaucluse, NSW 2030
- Capacity: 120 seated, 200 cocktail
- Accommodation: Available nearby
- Wedding Packages: All Inclusive
Estate Vaucluse House is one of Sydney’s grandest wedding estates. Located in the city's eastern suburbs, the heritage 1920's mansion is surrounded by 10 hectares of beautiful Victorian style gardens with views across Sydney Harbour.
After your wedding ceremony in the gardens you can choose from an outdoor reception with cocktails and canapés on the estate's lawns or utilise the reception venue and terrace within the Homestead. The venue's preferred caterers offer a range of wedding packages including creative food station options should you wish to have a garden party on the Harbour.
Wedding Estates in Wagga Wagga
46. Kimo Estate
- Location: 1218 Nangus Rd, Nangus, NSW 2722
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 28
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
If endless blue skies and expanses of space are on your wedding venue wish list, you'll love Kimo Estate. This is a 7,000 acre working sheep & cattle farm that accommodates 28 wedding guests in shearers quarters, 2 homesteads and unique, off-the-grid eco huts.
There's a 115 year old converted grain shed onsite where high ceilings and tin walls create the perfect backdrop for rustic wedding receptions.
Wedding Estates in Wollongong
47. The Lodge Jamberoo
- Location: 406 Jamberoo Mountain Road, Jamberoo, NSW 2533
- Capacity: 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 136
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Lodge is a private hotel with 43 guest rooms surrounding a huge outdoor swimming pool. When you hire The Lodge for your wedding you & your guests get exclusive use of the entire hotel, an incredible Pine Tree Ceremony Cathedral and a luxe reception hall.
Also at this private estate are two huge rooms for each bridal party to get ready, outdoor gardens and courtyards, a restaurant where breakfast is served to guests and an after party bar. Guests can book & pay their own accommodation and all inclusive wedding packages start at $95 per person.
48. Interbane House
- Location: 8 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Stanwell Park, NSW 2508
- Capacity: 50
- Accommodation: Sleeps 18
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
If you're looking for a private waterfront estate to hire for your wedding that's close to Sydney and doesn't require a 2nd mortgage, Interbane House is the perfect option. Venue hire starts at $2,850 for a 2 night mid-week celebration.
The spacious 5 bedroom Victorian era house is perched on Bald Hill south of Sydney and has sweeping views over the surrounding coastline. There's a low key covered entertaining area in the backyard, an outdoor spa, fire pit with seating and manicured gardens perfect for ceremonies and cocktail receptions.
Off The Beaten Track Wedding Estates
49. Glencara Country Estate
- Location: 706 Jerrybang Lane, Monteagle, NSW 2594
- Capacity: 2 - 160
- Accommodation: Sleeps 2 + glamping/camping
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Glencara is one of the more unique wedding estates in NSW with quirky garden rooms featuring interactive riddles and a rustic maze set on a 10 hectare working farm. The private property is located near Young in the Hilltops region of NSW and provides a stunning backdrop for weddings in Spring when surrounded by vibrant paddocks of yellow canola and in Autumn before the wheat harvest.
Glencara is a beautiful spot for garden weddings under a canopy of beautiful country stars, however there's also a repurposed shearing shed perfect for rustic wedding receptions.
50. Yurali House
- Location: 345 Spring Flat Rd, Mudgee, NSW 2850
- Capacity: 120
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: BYO/DIY
Yurali House is a 65 acre country wedding estate that offers complete privacy for a weekend away celebrating with loved ones. The property features native Australian gardens, towering gum trees and a picturesque orchard with views to Mount Frome.
You can hire Yurali House for your exclusive use and bring your own choice of wedding suppliers onsite.
Wedding estates in NSW include a great range of private properties to hire with your ceremony, reception & accommodation all in the one spot. From luxury houses on Sydney Harbour to regional country homesteads, there are private estate wedding venues all over New South Wales that cater to every type of private property wedding.
To hire a private estate wedding venue in NSW costs between $4,500 to $25,000 and typically includes a 2 night stay in the onsite accommodation. Luxury wedding estates often offer discounted rates for mid week weddings and most private properties are willing to negotiate the hire fee in off-peak times which in Sydney, the Hunter Valley and South Coast is typically the winter months.
The overall budget for an exclusive estate wedding usually starts at around $80k for 100 guests in peak wedding season. If you're on a tight budget, private estates that allow BYO catering and drinks often provide the cheapest options. Start your venue search with private estates that have a permanent indoor reception space to avoid the cost of marquee hire. Wedding estates that provide cutlery, plates, arbors, chairs and tables will also save on hire costs.
For couples hunting an affordable wedding estate we recommend starting your search amongst South Coast wedding venues where there are several properties that sleep all guests whom are able to book & pay their own rooms. With guests covering the accommodation costs all you need to pay for is catering. At the other end of the budget spectrum, you may be interested in our list of luxury houses to hire for weddings in NSW.
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