Barns and Sheds have recently become some of the most sought after wedding venues in Australia. As more couples look for unique spaces that perfectly suit their personalities and lifestyle, demand for weddings in barns and sheds has soared. And so too has supply. When it comes to finding off-the-grid unique venues, Australia is the wedshed capital of the world.
Initially inspired by beautifully styled private property weddings that had began appearing on social media, couples started looking for similar options for their own weddings. Farm owners found themselves receiving enquiries about the possibility of hosting weddings on their property. Those queries have steadily increased over the past few years, and in response, so too have the variety of barns and sheds now available for weddings in NSW.
Rustic spaces such as restored hay barns and tractor sheds are readily found in all regions of the state. Their exposed wooden beams, original flooring and corrugated & wrought iron features lend a relaxed and festive atmosphere to off-the-grid weddings. Ideal for rustic and boho weddings, these repurposed structures are easily (and cheaply) glammed up to achieve a modern aesthetic.
Other rustic style barns and sheds that you can hire as wedding venues in NSW include horse stables and arenas. Long table lunches are particularly well suited in these spaces and there’s usually very little styling required other than the table setting itself.
In recent years, purpose built sheds have sprung up throughout NSW in response to growing demand for the chilled vibe of a barn venue coupled with a fresh and modern aesthetic. White walls, high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, floor to ceiling glass windows and large glass sliding doors make these light filled spaces the perfect blank canvas to style to your own preference.
Barns and sheds are wonderfully understated wedding venues that offer a unique and relaxed setting for laid back events with a fun atmosphere. They're typically large spaces that offer room for a dance floor, photo booth or a break away area that can be easily styled with a few rugs, a pair of velvet couches and a personalised neon sign. One of the great things about properties with barns and sheds for weddings, is that they almost always also offer accommodation onsite. From barn lofts to country estates to cottages or even glamping.
Whether you prefer a repurposed rustic barn or a modern light filled shed, there's a huge range of venues to choose from in NSW. From working cattle farms to private properties to exclusive retreats - these are the best barn and shed venues for weddings in NSW...
40+ Barns & Sheds in NSW
Locations
Blue Mountains
Byron Bay
Central Coast
Hunter Valley
Illawarra
North Coast
Riverina
South Coast
Southern Highlands
Sydney
Barns & Sheds in the Blue Mountains
Waldara Farm
Capacity: 150
Info: DIY, Rustic, Exclusive Use, Sleeps 20
Lithgow State Mine
Capacity: 150
Info: DIY/BYO, Heritage, Industrial, Outdoor Receptions
Tobruk Sheep Station
Capacity: 200
Info: Rustic, Weekend Hire, Sleeps 11 + Glamping
Australian Bushland Weddings
Capacity: 250
Info: Rustic, Heritage, Budget-friendly, Small Weddings 50+, Late Curfew, Exclusive Use, Sleeps 200+, Camping & Glamping
Ding Dang Doo
Capacity: 100
Info: DIY/BYO, Elopements & Small Weddings, Pet-friendly, Sleeps 13 + Glamping
Barns & Sheds in Byron Bay
Midginbil Eco Resort
Capacity: 150
Info: DIY/BYO, Budget-friendly, Exclusive Use, Weekend Hire, Sleeps 150
Ardeena Events
Capacity: 130
Info: DIY/BYO, Ocean Views, Outdoor Receptions, Sleeps 18
Summergrove Estate
Capacity: 130
Info: Outdoor Receptions, Chapel, Sleeps 22
The Earth House
Capacity: 120
Info: DIY/BYO, Sleeps 4
Pillar Rock Farm
Capacity: 200
Info: DIY/BYO, Waterfront, Rustic, Small Weddings from 40+, Sleeps 16 + Glamping
Riverside Ranch Yamba
Capacity: 150
Info: Waterfront
Barns & Sheds on the Central Coast
Somersby Garden
Capacity: 120
Info: Also offers marquee weddings. Sleeps 14
The Stables of Somersby
Capacity: 250
Info: DIY/BYO, Rustic, Exclusive Use, Pet-friendly, Elopements, Sleeps 4
The Springs
Capacity: 350
Info: Rustic, Industrial, Golf
Barns & Sheds in the Hunter Valley
Adams Peak Country Estate
Capacity: 180
Info: BYO, Outdoor Receptions, Pet-friendly, Weekend Hire, Exclusive Use, Rustic, Sleeps 24
The Woodhouse
Capacity: 150
Info: DIY/BYO, Rustic, Pet-friendly, Weekend Hire, Exclusive Use, Sleeps 16 + Glamping
Moravia Park
Capacity: 200
Info: DIY/BYO, Outdoor Receptions, Rustic, Budget-friendly, Sleeps 2
Albion Farm Gardens
Capacity: 120
Info: Ceremony only packages available.
Redleaf Wollombi
Capacity: 250
Info: DIY/BYO, Outdoor Receptions, Rustic, Small Weddings from 50+, Exclusive Use, Sleeps 12
Merrindah Weddings
Capacity: 150
Info: DIY/BYO, Outdoor Receptions, Rustic. Also offers marquee weddings.
Mist in the Gum Trees
Capacity: 120
Info: Rustic, Industrial, Eco-friendly, Sleeps 15
Ben Ean Winery
Capacity: 500
Info: Outdoor Receptions, Rustic, Heritage
The White Barn
Capacity: 150
Info: Pet-friendly, NEW venue
Barns & Sheds in the Illawarra
Seacliff House
Capacity: 180
Info: DIY, Ocean Views, Outdoor Receptions, Industrial, Pet-friendly, Sleeps 24
The Woolshed
Capacity: 350
Info: DIY, Rustic, Pet-friendly
Barns & Sheds on the North Coast
Longview Farm
Capacity: 120
Info: DIY/BYO, Waterfront, Rustic, Small Weddings & Elopements, Pet-friendly, Rotating House, Weekend Hire, Exclusive Use, Late Curfew, Sleeps 36 + Glamping
Sea Eagle Point
Capacity: 120
Info: DIY/BYO, Waterfront, Budget-friendly, Small Weddings & Elopements, Weekend Hire, Ocean Views, Exclusive Use, Sleeps 21
Barns & Sheds in the Riverina
Big Springs Homestead
Capacity: 200
Info: DIY/BYO, Waterfront, Rustic, Pet-friendly, Sleeps 5 + Glamping
Kimo Estate
Capacity: 200
Info: BYO, Rustic, Heritage, Pet-friendly, Eco-friendly, Sleeps 30
Barns & Sheds on the South Coast
Driftwood Shed
Capacity: 100
Info: DIY/BYO, Outdoor Receptions, Rustic, Weekend Hire, Pet-friendly, Sleeps 6
Willow Farm
Capacity: 135
Info: DIY/BYO, Waterfront, Rustic, Weekend Hire, Sleeps 10
Oaklands Event Centre
Capacity: 300
Info: Rustic, Heritage, Small weddings from 40+, Sleeps 6
Terara Riverside Gardens
Capacity: 120
Info: DIY, Waterfront, Rustic, Sleeps 2
Bundara Farm
Capacity: 30
Info: DIY/BYO, Waterfront, Outdoor Spaces, Rustic, Budget-friendly, Small Weddings Only, Pet-friendly, Weekend Hire, Exclusive Use, Sleeps 30
Worrowing
Capacity: 180
Info: DIY/BYO, Rustic, Pet-friendly, Weekend Hire, Exclusive Use, Eco-friendly, Sleeps 40
Terara Park Farm
Capacity: 180
Info: DIY/BYO, Waterfront, Rustic, Budget-friendly, Weekend Hire, Sleeps 12
Barns & Sheds in the Southern Highlands
Weddings in the Wilde
Capacity: 200
Info: DIY/BYO, Outdoor Receptions, Rustic, Budget-friendly, Pet-friendly, Weekend Hire, Late Curfew, Chapel, Sleeps 140
Mali Brae Farm
Capacity: 120
Info: Waterfront, Rustic, Heritage, Sleeps 12
Bendooley Estate
Capacity: 250
Info: Water Feature, Rustic, Luxury, Book-store space also available. Sleeps 20
Petrichor Farm
Capacity: 150
Info: Rustic, Sleeps 2 + Glamping
Barns & Sheds in Sydney
William Inglis Hotel
Capacity: 700
Info: Rustic, Waterfront, Pet-friendly, Budget-friendly, Industrial, Ceremony only packages available, Sleeps 300
A barn or shed is a wonderful venue choice for couples who want their wedding to be relaxed and fun with the ceremony and reception all in one place. Most of the properties on this list provide accommodation onsite too, so that you can stay the night before your wedding, get ready onsite in the morning and wander ‘home’ after your wedding reception.
With many properties available for your exclusive use for the entire weekend, barn and shed venues offer a very private and intimate setting where you can enjoy the company of your guests for an extended wedding celebration. And while barn weddings are popular, they’re certainly very unique. Having your wedding in a barn or shed is not a celebration that the two of you, or your guests, will quickly forget.
The above barns and sheds are all wedding venues in NSW. They often book out quickly and we recommend making enquiries 8 months to 2 years in advance. The longer the lead time, the more likely you are to secure your preferred dates.
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