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Australia offers an incredible choice of waterfront wedding venues, which is no surprise given we have one of the world’s longest coastlines. From beachfront and clifftop venues with ocean views, to riverfront properties and lakeside retreats. There are literally hundreds of waterfront wedding venues in Australia, and a diverse selection of them are right here in NSW.

Between the popular holiday spot of Byron Bay in northern NSW to the less well trodden beaches on the state’s far south coast, 2,137km of coastline, cliffs and national park provide a picturesque backdrop for many of the state’s waterfront wedding venues. Here's a list of just beach wedding venues dotted along the NSW coast.

But it’s not just oceanfront venues that make Australia one of the world’s best wedding destinations. Our inland rivers and waterways provide the setting for some of the country’s most Instagrammable wedding venues. From luxury oceanfront properties to affordable riverside retreats, here are 65 of our most recommended waterfront wedding venues in NSW.

Table of Contents

Top 10 Waterfront Venues in NSW
Blue Mountains Venues
Byron Bay Venues
Central Coast Venues
Hunter Valley/Newcastle Venues
Illawarra Venues
North Coast Venues
Riverina Venues
South Coast Venues
Southern Highlands Venues
Sydney Venues

Top 10 Waterfront Venues in NSW

1. The Cove Jervis Bay

• Location: Ellmoos Road via Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
• Capacity: 200
• Accommodation: Sleeps 126
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

At The Cove you have your own private waterfront resort for the weekend (or midweek). The resort has is very own secluded beach, a sandbar on which you exchange vows with your feet in the water or a waterside garden should you prefer to stay off the sand. 

The spacious grounds offer an intimate setting for 3 day wedstivals, with an outdoor pavilion, relaxed garden bar, seated dining and cocktail areas all set up amongst romantic festoon lighting and fairy lit trees. 

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2. The Pavilion Kiama

• Location: 2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama, NSW 2533
• Capacity: 80 - 400
• Wedding Packages: $125+/pp

The Pavilion is an affordable beachfront reception venue located in picturesque Kiama, 30 minutes from Wollongong. Situated in prime position on the headland, the modern function space has expansive ocean views that take in the Kiama foreshore, surf beach and lighthouse.

A modern entrance foyer and bar provide a seperate space for pre-dinner drinks and canapés and there is a Bridal suite for resting & refreshing before evening festivities commence. Beside the venue are two outdoor ceremony options including a waterfront park framed by huge pine trees and a more private & secluded area between rows of rustic sheds.

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3. Willow Farm

• Location: Galls Lane, Berry, NSW 2535
• Capacity: 130
• Accommodation: Sleeps 10
• Wedding Packages: 3 days $22,000

Willow Farm is a 160 acre relaxed country venue with a secluded creek and picturesque dam for waterfront wedding ceremonies and receptions. The property features spacious outdoor areas where you can set up alfresco dining & dancing, a rustic entertainment shed, a marquee and lawn games area and yoga barn.

Wedding packages include venue hire with a 2 night stay in luxury farmhouse accommodation for 10 guests. Wedding planning support from the owners is provided as is some styling items and on-the-day bar staff.

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4. The Oasis One Mile Beach

• Location: 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour, NSW 2316
• Capacity: 80
• Accommodation: Sleeps 50
• Wedding Packages: BYO

The Oasis at One Mile Beach is a private seaside resort that can be hired for your exclusive use for 2+ nights and accommodates up to 50 guests in 9 self contained cabins. Six hundred metres from the resort is One Mile Beach which makes a beautiful spot for beach wedding ceremonies and photos.

The refurbished resort was recently taken over by the same owners as Tanilba House and comes with everything you need for a 3 day wedding. There's a magical covered deck within fairy lit trees, outdoor event spaces within lush rainforest and quiet spots for wedding ceremonies and photos within billabongs and running water features.

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5. The Woodhouse Wollombi

• Location: 2674 Paynes Crossing Rd, Wollombi, NSW 2325
• Capacity: 150
• Accommodation: Sleeps 33
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

Overlooking the manicured lake at The Woodhouse Wollombi is a gorgeous ceremony space, a cantilevered deck perfect for afternoon canapés and a brand new Tuscan-style pergola that seats up to 60 guests and has its own outdoor bar. This lakefront wedding location can host your entire wedding day, or for your reception The Woodhouse seats up to 150 guests mere steps away and has an outdoor dance floor.

Set within 100 acres of manicured fields and accessed via a long tree-lined drive, The Woodhouse Wollombi is an elegant European style destination for weddings in the Hunter Valley. The property comes with optional accommodation in a rustic barn stay, 8 luxury suites and a honeymoon villa for two.

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6. Mimosa Wines

• Location: 2845 Tathra-Bermagui Rd, Bermagui NSW 2546
• Capacity: 130
• Accommodation: Sleeps 12+
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

Mimosa Wines is a 200 acre vineyard nestled amongst picturesque National Park and South Coast beaches. Immersed in the vines is a beautiful lakefront jetty where waterfront wedding ceremonies and photos are set in the most idyllic of scenes.

Overlooking the lake, vineyard and surrounding bushland is the property's hatted restaurant, an architecturally designed space that offers indoor/outdoor dining amongst exposed timber pylons and featuring expansive views among the best in Australia. The venue also has two cottages accessed via a beautiful walk through the vines. 

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7. 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 one of the most affordable waterfront wedding venues in NSW. The 3 day package includes accommodation for 32 guests for 2+ nights with the ability to hire in your choice of catering & beverages to suit your budget. 

The property is located close to the ocean with a waterway between creating stunning views from the brand new reception pavilion. There are 5 refurbished cottages onsite and camping is permitted. More accommodation is nearby and the beach is a 2 minute drive.

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8. The Homestead Berry

• Location: 8 Homestead Lane, Berry, NSW 2535
• Capacity: 120
• Accommodation: Sleeps 10
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

The private lake at The Homestead Berry comes with a gorgeous little row boat offering a romantic wedding photo opportunity amongst scenic rural surrounds. This luxe-rustic wedding destination is situated near the popular town of Berry and includes a two night stay in 5 luxury lakefront suites for up to 10 guests.

Wedding facilities at The Homestead include a repurposed rustic shed with modern furnishings. The shed opens onto a covered outdoor dance floor and is surrounded by 5 acres of manicured gardens where waterfront wedding ceremony spots and beautiful photo opportunities await. All inclusive wedding packages include the option of in-house flowers.

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9. 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 is a riverfront wedding venue situated off-the-beaten-track on 200 acres of grazing land 45 minutes from Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley. Nestled on the Peterson River, the front lawn of this luxurious 6 bedroom homestead is one of the state's best spots for a private riverfront wedding.

This luxury mountain escape has plenty to do onsite with mountain bike and bushwalking trails in surrounding hills, swimming holes & fishing spots in the river and paddocks where you can bring your own horse to graze. There's an infinity pool with a covered entertaining deck perfect for pre & post wedding events and two large dining rooms inside. The Lodge is pet friendly and guests are able to camp onsite.

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10. Tides Byron Estate

• Location: 290 North Teven Road, Teven, NSW 2478
• Capacity: 20 - 140
• Accommodation: Sleeps 22
• Wedding Packages: Tailored

Tides Byron Estate is a 100 acre property with a luxury 8 bedroom house set within a picturesque macadamia orchard in Byron Bay. The upper storey of the house has a poolside entertainment area that caters for weddings of up to 40 guests with incredible ocean views to Lennox Head.

Also on the property is a reception hall that can be hired in addition to the house for larger weddings of up to 140 guests. The hall features a terrace overlooking the orchard where outdoor weddings can be set up under the stars.

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Waterfront Venues 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 is one of the only waterfront wedding venues in the Blue Mountains and is nestled within world heritage bushland on 9 very private acres. The property comes with two self contained cottages that sleep up to 18 guests, the larger of which has a spacious dining room that seats up to 60 guests.

The larger of the cottages also looks over the estate's private lake where a ceremony pontoon and lake house offers a picturesque setting for lakefront weddings. The beautiful gardens make a wonderful location for outdoor receptions and there's also a tennis course that can be utilised for dining under the stars or where a marquee can be pitched.

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12. Berry Hill Hawkesbury River

• Location: 1832 River Road, Leets Vale, NSW
• Capacity: 20 - 300
• Accommodation: Sleeps 74+

Berry Hill is a brand new waterfront wedding venue with 2km of river frontage in the Hawkesbury. The 75 acre property is an undisturbed wilderness sanctuary that offers complete privacy for your 2+ day wedding. 

The expansive grounds are surrounded by a picturesque sandstone escarpment and offer a plethora of wedding ceremony locations. You create your own reception venue in the scenic outdoors with the use of onsite marquee, teepee or dome tent.

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Waterfront Venues in Byron Bay

13. Ancora Weddings

• Location: 118 Wharf Street, Tweed Heads, NSW 2485
• Capacity: 150
• Accommodation: In Byron Bay
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive $150/pp

Ancora Weddings is a mediterranean-style waterfront reception venue at Tweed Heads just north of Byron Bay. Modern interiors feature polished timber floors, fresh white walls, a statement marble bar and floor-to-ceiling glass windows. The space is filled with light and has a luxe airy vibe with beautiful water views over the inlet. 

Just 5 minutes from a choice of ocean front ceremony locations and with a wedding team onsite, Ancora Weddings is one of the easiest destinations for a waterfront wedding in Northern NSW. Menus are catered by UK celebrity chef Matt Kemp.

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14. Midginbil Eco Resort

• Location: 252 Midginbil Rd, Midginbil NSW 2484
• Capacity: 150
• Accommodation: Sleeps 150+
• Wedding Packages: BYO catering & drinks

Midginbil Eco Resort is a 3-day wedding venue in the Byron Bay hinterland with mid-week venue hire starting at $7,900. A short drive down the road is the waterfront ceremony venue of Crams Farm where couples having their wedding at Midginbil can choose to exchange vows.

Midginbil is a relaxed, holiday style wedding destination with lots of open gathering areas where you can spend time with wedding guests before & after your wedding. The property features two other ceremony areas onsite, a rustic and airy reception barn, bonfire site, swimming pool and tennis & volleyball courts.

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15. Riverside Ranch

• Location: 151 Micalo Rd, Yamba NSW 2464
  
• Capacity: 150
• Accommodation: Available in Yamba
• Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

Riverside Ranch, otherwise known as Yamba Wedding Retreat, is a 50 acre wedding venue on 800 metres of picturesque & private river frontage. Just 2 km to Yamba's shops and accommodation, this Clarence River venue offers an affordable and convenient location for destination weddings. Packages start at $6,600.

There are 4 ceremony locations and 3 reception areas on the property, a bridal suite for getting ready, a mobile horse float bar and a unique pontoon from which you can go for a romantic paddle along the waterway 'Gondola' style. The Moondance Saloon is the main covered reception venue which was the original barn and horse stables.

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Waterfront Venues on the Central Coast

16. Pullman Magenta Shores Resort

• Location: 1 Magenta Drive, Magenta, NSW 2261
• Capacity: 220 - 400
• Accommodation: Apartment style hotel rooms
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive + elopement packages from $79pp

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and Tuggerah Lake, Pullman Magenta Shores offers a variety of waterfront destinations for your wedding ceremony & reception. The 52 acre property is the only 5 star resort on the central coast and offers stunning water views from all apartments.

The resort has 6 reception venues and a wedding ceremony area on the lakeside lawns. There's also beautiful landscaped gardens for your wedding photos featuring 3 swimming areas, a pool bar and 18 hole championship golf course. 

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17. Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalow

• Location: 27 Mawson Cl, Caves Beach NSW 2281
  
• Capacity: 250
• Accommodation: Bungalows
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalow is a beachfront, all-in-one wedding venue with accommodation for 200. You can get married on the waterfront with stunning ocean views as your backdrop and guests are able to stay onsite after your wedding reception.

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Waterfront Venues in Hunter Valley/Newcastle

18. Greystone Estate

• Capacity: 32 - 110
• Location: 617 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320

Greystone Estate is a luxury estate set on 10 park-like acres of beautifully manicured lawns and gardens. Purpose-built for 32 guests to stay onsite for a luxury weekend away, the property comfortably caters for small weddings as well as those of up to 110 guests. 

A picturesque dam sets the scene for waterfront wedding ceremonies and there's an open air pavilion, modern function room and communal spaces throughout the main house that overlook views across the property. At Greystone Estate you have a private chef & 5 star wedding service available throughout your stay with 2 night venue hire from $13,800 (includes accommodation).

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19. Leaves & Fishes

• Location: 737 Lovedale Road, Lovedale, NSW 2325
• Capacity: 2 - 300
• Accommodation: Sleeps 12

Leaves & Fishes is a private rainforest retreat set on 20 acres in the heart of wine country in Lovedale. The popular wedding destination is renowned for its incredible sunken garden, but for micro weddings the flowering Lotus Lake offers a beautiful waterfront location.

There are 4 boat sheds and a two bedroom villa that border the shoreline of the Lotus Lake and each have timber balconies over the water allowing views of native fish and turtles going about their daily routines. The villa's balcony is larger than the others and is a wonderful place for exchanging vows and private dining over the lake.

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20. Merewether Surfhouse

• Location: 5 Henderson Parade, Merewether NSW 2291
  
• Capacity: 350
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive $145/pp

With 180 degree ocean views, Merewether Surfhouse is a waterfront reception venue with an impressive backdrop. Caters for weddings from 40 to 350 guests in the upper floor function centre.

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Waterfront Venues in the Illawarra

21. Tumbling Waters Retreat

• Location: 31 Stonehaven Rd, Stanwell Tops NSW 2508
  
• Capacity: 120
• Accommodation: Luxury suites
• Wedding Packages: Ceremony only $55+/pp, all inclusive $210+/pp

Tumbling Waters Retreat is a stunning clifftop wedding venue with uninterrupted water views, magnificent gardens, surrounded in nature with 12 luxury suites. You can hire the gardens for a waterfront wedding ceremony or book the entire location including reception venue which has huge windows overlooking the bay.

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22. Panorama House

• Location: 811 Princes Hwy, Maddens Plains NSW 2508
  
• Capacity: 380
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive $95+/pp

Panorama House is a budget friendly waterfront venue with 180 degree cliff top views over the Pacific Ocean. You can hire the rotunda for your wedding ceremony only from $1,000 or the stunning water view backdrop is included with reception packages.

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23. Seacliff House

• Location: 139 Princes Hwy, Gerringong NSW 2534
  
• Capacity: 180
• Accommodation: Sleeps 20+ 
• Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

Seacliff House is a popular wedding venue that gets booked out more than a year in advance. The modern barn has stunning water views across lush countryside to the Gerringong headlands. Price guide for weddings at Seacliff House is in the vicinity of $250 - $400 per person.

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24. The Sebel Harbourside Kiama

• Location: 31 Shoalhaven St, Kiama NSW 2533
  
• Capacity: 200
• Accommodation: Hotel rooms
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive 

The Sebel Harbourside Hotel is a budget friendly, waterfront wedding venue on Kiama Harbour. Reception venues include function rooms and garden marquee. You can have a waterfront ceremony on the harbour front lawns.

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25. Headlands

• Location: Headland Ave & Yuruga St, Austinmer NSW 2515
  
• Capacity: 350
• Accommodation: Sleeps 100
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

Headlands is an affordable ocean front reception venue with several ceremony locations within minutes walk including Austinmer Beach and Glastonbury Gardens.  

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Waterfront Venues on the North Coast

26. Nelson Bay Lighthouse

• Location: Lighthouse Road, Nelson Bay, NSW 2315
• Capacity: 100
• Venue Hire: $550 - $900

This waterfront ceremony venue in the popular holiday region of Nelson Bay offers a private & secluded location for outdoor weddings right on the ocean front. Nestled behind the Nelson Bay Lighthouse at the tiny park called Inner Light Reserve, the cliff top garden amphitheatre can be hired solely for wedding ceremonies and comes fully set up with guest seating.

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27. Longview Farm

• Location: 95 Longview Cl, Caffreys Flat NSW 2424
• Capacity: 120
• Accommodation: Sleeps 10+
• Wedding Packages: week days $8,800+, weekends $14,000+

Longview Farm is a riverside country wedding venue with luxury onsite accommodation in a revolving house. With 1km of river frontage that meanders past the barn reception venue, waterfront wedding ceremonies and functions are idyllic here. 

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28. Heaven Gardens

• Location: 332 Lemon Tree Passage Rd, Salt Ash NSW 2318
• Capacity: 120 Seated, 150 Cocktail
• Accommodation: Available nearby
• Wedding Packages: 3 day hire

Heaven Gardens is an affordable DIY & BYO wedding venue in the waterside destination of Port Stephens. The 5 acres of tranquil garden rooms features manicured lawns, rainforest boardwalks and a pavilion with adjoining dance floor. 

The pond with water fountain makes a beautiful backdrop for wedding ceremonies and garden parties for micro weddings and larger functions alike.

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29. The Banksias

• Location: 1126 Point Plomer Rd, Crescent Head NSW 2440
  
• Capacity: 120
• Accommodation: Sleeps 18+
• Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

The Banksias is a luxury waterfront wedding retreat where bush meets the sea. Weekend hire for your exclusive use. Price guide for wedding packages is $500 - $1,000 per head. You get your own private waterway just 200m from the ocean.

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30. Saltwater Fingal Bay

Capacity: 150
Location: level 1/3 Marine Dr, Fingal Bay NSW 2315
Info: Idyllic beachfront wedding venue for ceremonies & receptions on the water. Plenty of accommodation available in this beach holiday region.

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31. Tanilba House

Capacity: 90
Location: Tanilba House, 32 Caswell Cres, Tanilba Bay NSW 2319
Info: 6 bedroom heritage listed homestead on 3 acres of waterfront gardens in Port Stephens.

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Waterfront Venues in the Riverina

32. Nimbo Fork Lodge

Capacity: 150
Location: 330 Nimbo Rd, Killimicat NSW 2720
Info: Secluded and picturesque waterfront wedding venue on the fork of Tumut River and Nimbo Creek. Accommodation for 22.

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33. Tindarra Resort

Capacity: 250
Location: 79 Perricoota Rd, Moama NSW 2731
Info: 300m of river frontage for wedding ceremonies, cocktail parties and/or sit-down marquee receptions. Arrive by boat.

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34. Perricoota Station

Capacity: 500
Location: Perricoota State Forest Road, Moama NSW 2731
Info: Rustic all-in-one wedding venue on 3.5km's of Murray River frontage. Arrive by boat to your waterfront wedding ceremony.

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Waterfront Venues on the South Coast

35. Linnaeus Farm Berry

• Location: 599 Coolangatta Road, Berry, NSW 2535
• Capacity: 2 - 30
• Accommodation: Sleeps 12
• Location Hire: DIY/BYO

Linnaeus Farm is the newest waterfront venue for intimate weddings on the NSW South Coast, and caters for a strict maximum of 30 guests. The 3.5 hectares of manicured grounds on which this luxury 5 bedroom estate resides includes a lake house wedding venue suitable for elopements.

At the bottom of the garden bordered by an olive grove and orchard is Jamie's Barn, an entertainment shed that offers a beautiful location for a private lunch or dinner. Also on this stunning property is a Petanque court, swimming pool the most incredible private playground for kids that they'll never forget.

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36. Coolangatta Estate

• Location: 1335 Bolong Road, Coolangatta, NSW 2535
• Capacity: 2 - 200
• Accommodation: Sleeps 70
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive + DIY
• Elopement Packages: All inclusive

Coolangatta Estate is a waterfront wedding venue with a rich history as the first site of settlement on the Shoalhaven River. Situated at Shoalhaven Heads, the 100 acre coastal property is surrounded on all sides by water with the river and ocean on two sides and dams that service the winery on the property itself.

This budget friendly vineyard has two outdoor ceremony sites including an elegant hedge-rimmed croquet lawn and huge fairy-lit fig tree. Reception venues include a convict-built wedding hall that suits intimate shared feasts served on long tables and a larger function room that caters for up to 200 guests.

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37. Fig Tree Park

• Location: 58 Sherringham Lane, Central Tilba, NSW 2546
• Capacity: 2 - 200
• Accommodation: Sleeps 2
• Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
• Elopement Packages: All inclusive

Fig Tree Park is a brand new ocean-facing wedding destination on the Sapphire Coast of NSW. Situated high on a hill in beautiful European style gardens, the property offers a birds eye view of the surrounding countryside and glistening sea waters.

Fig Tree Park is available to hire for all-inclusive elopements of up to 10 guests and has romantic barn accommodation for the newlyweds onsite. Larger weddings are DIY with space on the manicured lawns for a marquee.

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38. Kullindi Homestead

• Location: Booderee National Park, Ellmoos Rd, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
• Capacity: 20 - 200
• Accommodation: 5 Units
• Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

Kullindi Homestead is a sprawling country-style property on the shore of Sussex Inlet waterway near Jervis Bay. The historic homestead is surrounded by spacious lawns where you can set up marquees, tipis or a sperry tent on the water's edge.

There are 5 self contained units that sleep up to 20 guests onsite which are included in the very reasonable hire fee of $3,800 for 2 nights. You get the entire property exclusively to yourselves for the duration of your stay and BYO all your preferred wedding suppliers.  

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39. NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort

Capacity: 20 - 120
Location: Banyandah Street, South Durras, NSW 2536
Info: Murramarang Beachfront Resort is one of the most affordable all-inclusive waterfront venues on the South Coast. The resort is located right on the beach and has stunning ocean views plus villas to accommodate all guests. Four reception venues cater for micro weddings of 20 - 40 guests up to functions of 120. 

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40. Terara Riverside Gardens

Capacity: 120
Location: 135 Terara Rd, Terara NSW 2540
Info: 5 acres of beautiful gardens on the Shoalhaven River. Indoor spaces include the barn or greenhouse.

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41. Bangalay Villas

Capacity: 88
Location: 30 Staples St, Shoalhaven Heads NSW 2535
Info: Landscaped garden venue ideal for outdoor reception on the coast. Restaurant for indoor receptions + 16 luxury villas.

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42. Mollymook Beachside Weddings

Capacity: 220
Location: 72 Golf Ave, Mollymook NSW 2539
Info: Absolute beachfront wedding ceremonies and receptions. Budget friendly.

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43. Cupitts Estate

Capacity: 150
Location: 58 Washburton Rd, Ulladulla NSW 2539
Info: Boutique winery, brewery & fromagerie with cottage accommodation for 4 & views to Burrill Lake.

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44. Kianinny Bush Cottages

Capacity: 150
Location: 246 Tathra Rd, Tathra NSW 2550
Info: Weekend weddings on 100 acres of natural terrain with a freshwater lake as its centrepiece. Flexible packages.

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45. Terara Park

Capacity: 180
Location: 174 Millbank Rd, Terara NSW 2540
Info: A 22 acre horse farm with dam, overhanging jetty & massive converted indoor arena barn. Ideal for laid back rustic weddings. 4 units available.

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46. Tilba Valley Winery

Capacity: 100
Location: 947 Old Hwy, Corunna NSW 2546
Info: Family run boutique winery located at the scenic foothills of Mt Gulaga on the shores of Corunna Lake.

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Waterfront Venues in the Southern Highlands

47. Mali Brae Farm

• Location: 562 Nowra Rd, Moss Vale NSW 2577
• Capacity: 30 - 110
• Accommodation: Complimentary for 2
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

Mali Brae Farm is a boutique wedding venue on 90 acres of idyllic farmland and grounds in the Southern Highlands. The property features beautiful waterfront settings for wedding ceremonies and photos including at a peaceful dams where there's an old boat shed and jetty. 

Two reception venues include a large rustic barn suited to weddings of up to 110 guests and a smaller luxe-rustic function room suitable for weddings of 30 - 55 guests.

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48. Briars Conservatory

• Location: 653 Moss Vale Rd, Burradoo NSW 2576
• Capacity: 200
• Accommodation: Sleeps 130+
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

Set on 15 acres of country gardens with a lake-side gazebo in Bowral, Briars is a tranquil destination for waterfront weddings in the heart of the Southern Highlands. Overlooking the lake, gazebo and gardens is Briars Conservatory, a light filled reception venue with a modern all-white palette including exposed roof beams ideal for hanging floral installations.

A short wander across the lawn is Briars Lodge & Inn providing accommodation for any & all guests who wish to stay. The Inn has private dining rooms that can be hired for pre-wedding dinners and a public bar ideal for the after party.

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49. Weddings in the Wilde

Capacity: 140
Location: 71 Ryans Ln, Wildes Meadow NSW 2577
Info: Budget friendly weddings with a festival feel. Accommodation for up to 140 guests.

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Waterfront Venues in Sydney

50. Long Reef Golf Club

• Location: Anzac Avenue, Collaroy, NSW 2097
• Capacity: 140 - 250
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive from $130/pp (winter pricing)

Long Reef Golf Club on the Northern Beaches of Sydney offers waterfront wedding ceremonies and receptions overlooking Manly to the Central Coast. There is an outdoor terrace for drinks & canapés and golf buggies are provided with all wedding packages to transport the bridal party for wedding photos along the picturesque coastline nearby.

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51. Palm Beach Wedding Venue

• Location: Palm Beach, Sydney NSW
• Capacity: 100
• Wedding Ceremony Venue

This exquisite $40m holiday house is located at Palm Beach in Sydney and offers a private beachfront location for wedding ceremonies and photos overlooking stunning ocean views. Venue hire at this exclusive estate includes access to 2,500m² of Balinese style gardens with pool house amenities, and can be accessed via road or the nearby jetty. 

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52. Ormeggio at the Spit

Capacity: 100
Location: D’Albora Marinas, Spit Rd, Mosman NSW 2088
Info: Relaxed and private boutique wedding venue looking onto stunning Middle Harbour and Pearl Bay. Flexible packages.

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53. Pilu at Freshwater

Capacity: 60
Location: Moore Rd, Freshwater NSW 2096
Info: Spectacular ocean views and flexible packages for small weddings & elopements in Freshwater on the Northern Beaches.

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54. Athol Hall

Capacity: 200
Location: Bradleys Head Road, Mosman, NSW 2088
Info: Located on Sydney Harbour, Athol Hall is an expansive waterfront venue with views to the Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. The ceremony lawn leads down to a secluded beach that's an ideal spot for wedding photos. All-inclusive wedding packages from $105/pp.

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55. Oliveto

Capacity: 250
Location: 443 Concord Rd, Rhodes NSW 2138
Info: Elegant Italian restaurant in Brays Bay Reserve with water views.

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56. Intercontinental Double Bay

Capacity: 495
Location: 33 Cross St, Double Bay NSW 2028
Info: Highly experienced in large cultural weddings. Sydney Harbour wedding venue located in the bayside village of Double Bay. Luxury guest accommodation.

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57. Watsons Bay Hotel

Capacity: 350
Location: 1 Military Rd, Watsons Bay NSW 2030
Info: Iconic Sydney Harbour wedding venue with 32 boutique hotel suites. Ferry plus private boat access.

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58. Jonah's Whale Beach

Capacity: 122
Location: 69 Bynya Rd, Palm Beach NSW 2108
Info: Nestled above Whale Beach with a spectacular cliff top garden, Jonah’s offers intimate weddings for up to 48 guests or exclusive use weddings for up to 122 guests. 

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59. Orso

Capacity: 250
Location: 79 Parriwi Rd, Mosman NSW 2088
Info: Absolute waterfront wedding venue in Middle Harbour, adjacent to the Spit Bridge in Mosman. Has its own beach, wharf, jetty and resident pelicans. 

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60. Manly 16ft Skiff

Capacity: 150
Location: Cnr East Esplanade &, Stuart St, Manly NSW 2095
Info: Manly wedding venue with stunning water views of Sydney Harbour and captivating sunsets. 

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61. Aqua Dining

Capacity: 150
Location: Northcliff St &, Paul St, Milsons Point NSW 2061
Info: Contemporary Italian restaurant with unrivalled views of Sydney Harbour. Situated at North Sydney Pool.

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62. St Michael's Golf

Capacity: 200
Location: Jennifer St, Little Bay NSW 2036
Info: 180 degree uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean from the cliffs of Little Bay. Plenty of photo opportunities on this coastal golf course 20 minutes from Sydney.

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63. Public Dining Room

Capacity: 110
Location: 2A The Esplanade, Mosman NSW 2088
Info: Quiet wedding venue on Balmoral Beach with private dining room for weddings up to 40 guests and a terrace up to 75. 

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64. Metro Mirage Hotel Newport

• Location: 2 Queens Parade West, Newport NSW 2106
• Capacity: 30 - 130
• Accommodation: Hotel rooms
• Wedding Packages: All inclusive

The Metro Mirage Hotel is a waterfront wedding venue in Pittwater that caters for weddings from 30 - 130 guests and sleeps 100.

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Waterfront Venues in Country NSW

65. Footprints Farm

• Location: 192 Jones Road, Eungai Rail, NSW 2441
• Capacity: 100
• Accommodation: Sleeps 100
• Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

This private lake wedding venue is situated on a 300 acre farm between Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour and is better known as a seasonal camping spot that comes with amenities for up to 100 DIY campers. There's onsite accommodation for around 20 guests, with camp spots for everyone else.

The 5 acre spring fed lake is a beautiful backdrop for weddings and has a quirky tiki bar on its shoreline perfect for DIY cocktails during pre & post wedding events. For the wedding day itself there is a gorgeous outdoor space under a huge Moreton Bay Fig Tree, a commercial sized greenhouse for indoor weddings and a pair of tipis that can seat around 50 guests. 

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Waterfront wedding venues are extremely popular in NSW with many couples opting to exchange vows in front of the picturesque backdrop of sparkling waterways. And it's not just ocean-front wedding venues that are in high demand, riverfront properties can also book out up to 18 months or more in advance. We recommend enquiring early with any of the wedding venues on this list, which you can do using the links provided.

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Looking for a beach wedding venue in NSW? This list of 45 beach wedding venues in New South Wales includes a unique collection of seaside wedding locations for ceremonies & receptions. Oceanfront weddings are as idyllic as they are romantic and with over 892 beaches to choose from, it's easy to see why New South Wales is a destination hotspot for coastal weddings. 

Beachside wedding venues in New South Wales feature world class seaside destinations from the sweeping Tweed Coast (including popular Byron Bay) to the white sandy shores of the state’s southern coastline. They all offer picturesque ceremony and reception venues with the single binding feature of a glistening ocean backdrop.

In this boutique collection of coastal wedding venues you’ll find a unique selection of oceanside places to tie the knot. This list includes all of the top 10 beach wedding venues in NSW, Sydney hotspots such as cafes & restaurants and affordable reception venues like surf clubs & halls. There's also private seaside properties that you can hire for your exclusive use and luxury beach wedding resorts. 

The average price of a beach wedding in NSW is between $80 - $150 per person for a cheap wedding venue on the coast. These places largely offer DIY & BYO for catering and decorations and most give you the option of a ceremony and reception venue in the one spot.

At the top end of the market are private properties overlooking the ocean and luxury beachfront resorts which cost on average $180 - $260 per person. But while a destination wedding at your own private seaside resort does come with a higher price tag, guests are usually able to pay their own accommodation bringing wedding costs down in line with average spends.

From small beach wedding venues to large seaside hotels, here are 45 of the most locations for beach weddings in NSW.

45 Beach Wedding Venues in NSW

Top 10 Beach Wedding Venues NSW
Byron Bay Venues
Central Coast Venues
Illawarra Venues
Newcastle Venues
North Coast Venues
South Coast Venues
Sydney Venues

Top 10 Beach Wedding Venues in NSW

1. The Cove Jervis Bay

• LOCATION: Ellmoos Road, Jervis Bay, NSW 2540
• CAPACITY: 200
• WEDDING PACKAGES: BYO
• ACCOMMODATION: For 111 guests  

The Cove is the ultimate beachside destination for a getaway with your entire guest list. Bring your village barefoot to this stunning coastal paradise in the National Park of Jervis Bay on the picturesque South Coast. 

This exclusive and private oasis with its own private beach offers endless options for your wedding ceremony and reception. Say 'I do' on the seaside lawn, under an arbour on the beach or on a sandbar with the crystal clear waters lapping at your feet. 

Choose an intimate outdoor reception on the beach, host a cocktail party at the outdoor garden bar or wander through french doors and be seated for dinner in the brand new wedding hall.  

The resort boasts luxury self-contained accommodation including cabins, a large house and glamping tents that sleep up to 111 guests. Guests can pay their own accommodation and there are luxury bathrooms and kitchen facilities included.

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2. The Pavilion Kiama

• LOCATION: 2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama, NSW 2533
• CAPACITY: 80 - 400
• WEDDING PACKAGES:  All inclusive from $125/pp

Expansive ocean views await at this unique beachside reception venue perched on the headland in central Kiama, steps from the sand and surrounded by century old Norfolk Pines. Nearby ceremony sites include Kiama Surf Beach and the increasingly popular Stables - a rustic hidden gem within walking distance at the water's edge. 

Exclusively yours for the day, the reception spaces at The Pavilion are flexible and contemporary with a wrap-around balcony taking in panoramic views of the lighthouse and pristine waters of the South Coast. The popular Norfolk Room is flooded with natural light, has the best of the beach views and caters for up to 250 guests.

Catering partner Culinarius makes planning easy with cocktail, shared feast or 3 course sit down menus. Wedding packages start from a minimum of 80 adults from $125/pp. 

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3. Goolawah Retreat

• LOCATION: 288 Point Plomer Rd, Crescent Head NSW 2440
• CAPACITY: 30 - 150
• WEDDING PACKAGES: BYO
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 32

Goolawah is a rustic retreat and beachside wedding venue 2.5kms from Crescent Head Village on the NSW North Coast.  Goolawah is set on a private 28 acres of natural bushland just 800m from the beach and features a stunning leafy outlook, manicured gardens and ocean views. 

An ideal setting for a magical festival style wedding, Goolawah has many outdoor reception areas for casual affairs or you can opt for the newly opened and architecturally designed wedding pavilion and courtyard which features a firepit & festoon lighting and accommodates receptions of 90 seated and 120 cocktail style.

Affordable DIY and BYO packages allow you to cater and style your weekend wedding to suit your taste and budget. The affordable venue hire fee includes 3 days exclusive use of the property and 5 gorgeous cottages with accommodation for 32 people. Options for camping onsite.

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4. The Oasis One Mile Beach

• LOCATION: 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour, NSW 2316
• CAPACITY: 80
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 50
• WEDDING PACKAGES: BYO

This private beachfront wedding resort is located in Port Stephens and is an intimate all-in-one destination that can be hired for the exclusive use of your wedding for 2+ nights. Nestled within beautiful rainforest, the resort comes with 9 self contained cabins sleeping up to 50 guests, with the sand of One Mile Beach just 600 metres away.

Within the 5 acres of lush tropical gardens is a magical rainforest deck that is covered from most weather and illuminated by thousands of fairy lights in surrounding trees. Amongst the billabongs and water features is also a function room that can be utilised as back up event space in the event of unfavourable weather.

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5. Coolangatta Estate

• LOCATION: 1335 Bolong Road, Coolangatta, NSW 2535
• CAPACITY: 2 - 200
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 70
• WEDDING PACKAGES: $99+/pp

The uniquely positioned Coolangatta Estate is a coastal wedding venue situated at the mouth of the Shoalhaven River near Berry. The 100 acre winery is the historic site of first settlement in the area and has convict-built motel accommodation alongside old rustic buildings, lending a relaxed country backdrop to oceanfront weddings.

The budget friendly vineyard is just moments from the ocean offering the option of seaside wedding ceremonies and photos. The estate has two rustic reception venues to choose from including an historic and atmospheric Grand Hall that seats up to 80 guests or the larger function room for weddings of up to 200 guests. Elopement packages available.

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6. Fig Tree Park

• LOCATION: 58 Sherringham Lane, Central Tilba, NSW 2546
• CAPACITY: 2 - 200
• WEDDING PACKAGES:  Property Hire, BYO and DIY
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 2

Fig Tree Park is a private rural property perched high on a hillside with panoramic ocean views. It is an ideal spot for a seaside elopement or destination wedding just 2 minutes drive to the secluded beaches of the South Coast and the charming town of Tilba Tilba. 

The tranquil setting of Fig Tree Park is an idyllic location for an outdoor wedding with both coastal and countryside views. With exclusive use of the property for your wedding, you can set up your ceremony and reception in the manicured gardens between century old fig trees or under a marquee.

The property has a luxury country house to prepare for the wedding and a barn honeymoon suite for the wedding couple overnight. Glamping tents can be arranged onsite for your guests. 

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7. Interbane House

• LOCATION: 8 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Stanwell Park, NSW 2508
• CAPACITY: 50
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 18
• WEDDING PACKAGES: DIY/BYO

Perched on a clifftop overlooking expansive ocean views, Interbane House is one of the best seaside wedding venues for small celebrations south of Sydney. The Victorian style 5 bedroom house is best suited for low key weddings with up to 30 guests and has a spacious dining area inside and a covered entertaining area at the rear overlooking the coast.

The lawns and gardens surrounding the house are ideal for wedding ceremonies with epic ocean views as your backdrop. The property also has a firepit with surrounding seating, an outdoor spa and there is another house to hire next door with additional accommodation for 8 guests if required.

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8. The Woods Farm

• LOCATION: Bayly Road, Tomerong, NSW 2540
• CAPACITY: 200
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 120
• WEDDING PACKAGES: BYO

Nature lovers looking for a beach wedding destination will love The Woods Farm. This beautiful farmstay is a 40 acre coastal property that offers 3 day weddings immersed in native bushland. All family & friends stay onsite with you from the night before the wedding to the morning after and the ocean is close by making it easy to get married on the beach.

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9. Tides Byron Estate

• LOCATION: 290 North Teven Road, Teven, NSW 2478
• HALL CAPACITY: 140
• HOUSE CAPACITY: 40
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 22
• WEDDING PACKAGES: Tailored

Tides Byron Estate is a luxurious coastal wedding venue set on a macadamia orchard in the Byron Bay area. The house caters for small weddings of up to 40 guests and has ocean views to Lennox Head from the poolside entertaining space. The hall which is located next to the house and has its own road entrance caters for weddings of up to 140 guests.

The wedding hall is available to hire year round with the house being an optional add-on. The house on its own is available to hire for mid-week weddings and has two pools, a spa and eight bedrooms. Ceremonies and outdoor receptions can also be held in the property's macadamia orchard. This venue is licensed and has a choice of preferred caterers.

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10. The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort

• LOCATION: 200 Main Road, Toukley, NSW 2263
• CAPACITY: 30 - 200
• WEDDING PACKAGES: $150+/pp
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps everyone

Located between the Budgewoi & Tuggerah Lakes, The Beachcomber Hotel & Resort is a coastal wedding venue surrounded on all sides by water views. The jewel in the crown at this beautiful wedding location is the covered courtyard located right at the waters edge which offers a weather-proof option for your wedding ceremony.

The resort has two reception venues with floor to ceiling glass doors that fully open to let in the sea breeze. Modern decor sets a Hamptons-inspired theme with outdoor areas bathed in sunshine adjoining reception spaces. Up to 120 guests can be catered for seated functions or 200 for cocktails weddings and packages are available for micro weddings from 30+ guests.

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Beach Venues in Byron Bay

11. Beach Byron Bay

• LOCATION: 2 Massinger Street, Byron Bay, NSW 2481
• CAPACITY: 50 - 150
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive, POA

The Beach Byron Bay is an absolute beachfront restaurant and wedding venue in Byron Bay, positioned on the dunes at Clarkes beach with unobstructed ocean views. Walk down the winding sandy path carved into the dunes and find yourself directly on the beach with the iconic landmarks of Julian Rocks, The Lighthouse and Mount Warning as your backdrop.

This stunning restaurant has an incredible indoor to outdoor flow with a retractable all-weather roof over the dining deck and bifolds opening from the open plan interior. As the suns sets, the venue transitions from stunning ocean views to an incredibly lit seaside ambience under the stars. 

Awarded for its amazing food and service., the team of chefs will craft a culinary feast for your wedding with the finest seasonal & local ingredients. Beach Byron Bay is also able to host and cater a wedding recovery breakfast.

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12. Victoria's At Wategos

• LOCATION: 1 Marine Parade, Byron Bay, NSW 2481
• CAPACITY: 30 seated, 40 cocktail
• WEDDING PACKAGES: Venue hire $5000 + accommodation + catering
• ACCOMMODATION: 10 luxury suites sleep 20

Victoria's at Wategos is an idyllic European style luxury beachfront retreat in an exclusive oceanfront valley on the east side of Byron Bay. This tropical oasis with the finest of interiors and facilities is exclusively yours for the duration of your booking and just steps from the sandy shores of the world-class Wategos Beach. 

Two reception areas include outdoors on the terrace which features exquisite water views and is an ideal spot for pre-reception drinks in the warm sea breeze. The other is indoors, retaining the property's ocean views with floor to ceiling glass windows and timber bi-fold doors.  

Wedding Packages include a venue hire fee of $5000+, accommodation booking of all 10 rooms for 2 nights hire of $1,200 - $2,500 per night and your selection of catering, drinks & styling elements.

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13. Osteria Weddings

• LOCATION: 1 Barclay Dr, Casuarina, NSW 2487 
• CAPACITY: 150 seated, 200 cocktail
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive

Osteria is a contemporary coastal reception venue on the pristine Tweed Coast 30 mins north of Byron Bay. The unspoilt sandy shores of Casuarina beach are just 300m away and for those who prefer to keep their toes sand-free, the panoramic ocean views from Cabarita Headland is just minutes by car.

Soak in the sea air with pre-reception drinks under festoon lights in the garden courtyard. For the main event, you enter the reception venue through white barn doors to an impressive & versatile wedding refinery hall featuring cascading bulb lighting, fairly lit walls and polished floors.

Osteria offers fully catered wedding packages starting with share plates from $59 per person. Wedding accommodation is available in the nearby coastal towns of Kingscliff, Salt and Cabarita.

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Beach Venues on the Central Coast

14. Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalow

• LOCATION: 27 Mawson Cl, Caves Beach, NSW 2281
• CAPACITY: 250
• WEDDING PACKAGES; All inclusive, Elopement. 
• ACCOMMODATION: 200 Villas and Bungalows

Caves Coastal Bar & Bungalow is an affordable beachfront wedding venue nestled in the dunes overlooking the stunning white sands of Caves Beach on the Central Coast. This is a popular spot for a coastal getaway offering wedding ceremonies in the sand or on the decking with the ocean as your backdrop. 

Modern reception venues overlook the pristine waters of Caves Beach with spaces to suit all types of weddings from elopements and intimate events through to luxury gala receptions. All inclusive packages for sit down and cocktail weddings start at $150 per person.

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15. Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific

• LOCATION: Pine Tree Lane, Terrigal, NSW 2260
• CAPACITY: 50 - 450
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive from $129/pp
• ACCOMMODATION:  199 Guest Rooms and Suites

In prime position overlooking Terrigal Beach on the Central Coast, the deluxe Crowne Plaza offers an all inclusive beachfront wedding destination.

The venue is the perfect choice for couples looking to have a wedding ceremony on the sand with beautiful Terrigal Beach just steps from the hotel. 

There are 3 dedicated reception venues, all uniquely styled and cater to all wedding sizes. The best beachfront venues are the romantic Lord Ashley Lounge complete with arched windows overlooking the coastal promenade and the awarded Seasalt Restaurant with floor to ceiling windows taking in the ocean views.  

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16. Killcare Surf Club 

• LOCATION: Beach Drive, Killcare NSW 2257
• CAPACITY: 150
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All Inclusive, DIY, BYO

The Killcare Surf Club is an affordable location for a low key beach wedding. The venue features a large balcony offering panoramic ocean views across Killcare Beach and the Bouddi National Park.

You can have your wedding ceremony on the sand, on the lawn in front of the venue or the expansive seaside balcony.

This is one of the few oceanfront wedding venues located near Sydney to have both BYO & DIY options for your reception with a commercial grade kitchen on-site. Spinnakers at Killcare, the in-house restaurant, can also cater your reception with wedding packages from $60-80 per person. 

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17. Pullman Magenta Shores Resort

• LOCATION: 1 Magenta Drive, Magenta, NSW 2261
• CAPACITY: 220 seated, 400 cocktail
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive, Elopement Packages from $79/pp
• ACCOMMODATION: 50 Luxury resort apartments studio, 1-3 bedrooms

Pullman Magenta Shores Resort is a luxury 5 star beachfront resort and wedding venue, nestled on 52 acres between the Pacific Ocean and Tuggerah Lakes on the Central Coast.

This world-class facility was designed to take in the beauty of its natural surroundings and has direct access to the secluded shores of Magenta Beach. Alternative ceremony venues include dedicated outdoor areas in the gardens and at the lake.   

The 7 versatile reception spaces are light filled with high ceilings and terraces. Wedding packages are all inclusive and start at $79 per person for dedicated elopement packages.

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Beach Venues in the Illawarra

18. Headlands Austinmer Beach

• LOCATION: Wollongong - Illawarra, NSW
• CAPACITY: 350
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive from $145/pp
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 100

This absolute oceanfront wedding venue on the pristine waters of the South Coast is a short 90 minutes south of Sydney and 20 minutes north of Wollongong.

The hotel offers a range of spaces for your 'I do's', with a popular choice being Little Austinmer Beach just a short walk from the venue. The hotel's Oceanview Room provides an intimate wet weather option with panoramic water views.

The reception venue at Headlands faces the ocean and has a private bar and balcony that caters to weddings of up to 350 guests.  All inclusive packages vary from $145/pp to $215/pp. 

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19. The Sebel Harbourside Kiama

• LOCATION: 31 Shoalhaven St, Kiama NSW 2533
• CAPACITY: 200
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive, from $119/pp 
• ACCOMMODATION: 80 rooms, suites and apartments

Overlooking Kiama Harbour, the Sebel Hotel is a stunning heritage venue surrounded by picturesque beaches and parkland. Outdoor ceremony areas take in the harbour backdrop or there are 9 pristine South Coast beaches just a short drive from the hotel. 

A popular reception venue within the hotel is the Dunstan Room with floor to ceiling windows connecting you to the incredible harbour backdrop. Other spaces include the old world charm of the heritage School Room and The Assembly Hall with exposed beams and cathedral ceilings.

This affordable beach location offers a range of menus with wedding packages starting at $119 per person. Kiama is a charming and relaxed holiday spot that's perfect for coastal getaway and the hotel offers accommodation for the entire guest list.

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20. The Imperial Clifton

• LOCATION: 315 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Clifton, NSW 2515
• CAPACITY: 33 - 100
• WEDDING PACKAGES: $150+

Near the Sea Cliff Bridge on the road to the NSW South Coast, the newly opened Imperial Clifton offers a fun location for seaside weddings. This grand iconic hotel has a private upstairs function space which is filled with light from large windows overlooking the beach. 

The space is well suited to seated functions of up to 100 guests, but our pick is the fun experiential menu for cocktail weddings. Crafted around the ideal of street stalls you can have your pick of stations from oyster shucking to bazaar set ups with flatbreads & meze to empanadas & quesadilla stations. Wedding packages range from $150 - $250/pp & include access to a bridal suite.

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21. City Beach Function Centre

• LOCATION:  1 Marine Drive, Wollongong NSW 2500
• CAPACITY: 130-420
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive starting at 99/pp

City Beach Function Centre is nestled amongst the grasses of Wollongong City Beach on the South Coast. This absolute beachfront location offers wedding ceremonies on the sand directly in front of the venue and also popular is the dramatic cliffs of Flagstaff Hill overlooking the ocean backdrop toward Wollongong Lighthouse.

The venue will coordinate the ceremony for you including council permits, and set up and styling on your wedding day! There are a choice of 2 reception venue at City Beach and both are light filled spaces with high ceilings, beach views and large ocean facing open air balconies. The ocean room caters for events of up to 150 and the Pearl room caters to larger events of up to 420.

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Beach Venues in Newcastle

22. Merewether Surfhouse

• LOCATION: 5 Henderson Parade, Merewether Beach, NSW 2291
• CAPACITY: 350 
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive from $100/pp

Merewether Surfhouse is a cocktail bar, restaurant and oceanside reception venue situated on Merewether Beach in Newcastle. 
The reception venue is located on the entire 2nd floor of the Surfhouse with generous balconies, and floor to ceiling glass windows that offer sweeping 270 degree views of the South Pacific Ocean. This versatile space has movable sound proof walls that provide sectioning for smaller events from 40+ guests. 

All inclusive food & beverage packages start at $100 per person for cocktail events and $105 per person for seated lunch receptions.

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Beach Venues on the North Coast

23. Nelson Bay Lighthouse

• LOCATION: Lighthouse Road, Nelson Bay, NSW 2315
• CAPACITY: 100
• CEREMONY PACKAGES: $550 - $950

Inner Light Reserve is a quiet & secluded seaside wedding garden hidden behind the Nelson Bay Lighthouse. This relatively unknown spot offers a very private and highly affordable oceanfront location for wedding ceremonies with views to Shoal Bay Beach and Tomaree Headlands. 

The garden has a little paved place to get married surrounded by a gently sloping lawn amphitheatre. Hire of the space comes with furniture & styling elements, plus a wedding planner to set up & pack down for you. If you're looking for a private spot for your micro wedding or elopement, Nelson Bay Lighthouse is ideal.

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24. The Retreat Port Stephens

• LOCATION: 4302 Nelson Bay Rd, Anna Bay NSW 2316
• CAPACITY: 70 - 100
• WEDDING PACKAGES: Venue hire + BYO, elopement
• ACCOMMODATION: Self contained accommodation, sleeps 91

As the name suggests, The Retreat is a private and secluded all-in-one wedding venue on the beachfront in Port Stephens. It backs directly onto the largest living sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere yet is just 3 minute drive to the town centre of Port Stephen. 

This oasis getaway for your entire guest list is on the doorstep of some of the most incredible, pristine beaches for a private wedding ceremony on the NSW North Coast. It also offers rustic bush backdrops the unique option of a ceremony or photography out on the spectacular dunes. 

There are a number of versatile multipurpose function spaces onsite that cater to both indoor and outdoor wedding receptions. The retreat offers all inclusive wedding packages with catering and accommodation for 70+ guests. There's also the option to BYO and for smaller weddings there are specialist elopement packages. 

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25. Shoal Bay Country Club

• LOCATION: 35-45 Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay, NSW 2315
• CAPACITY: 180 - 500
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive from $145/pp
• ACCOMMODATION: 1-3-bedroom apartments and suites.

This luxury wedding venue enjoys unsurpassed views over Shoal Bay and is a stunning destination for beachside weddings in Port Stephens. The 4 km stretch of white sand along Shoal Bay Beach offers a choice of coastal ceremony sites on the Country Club's doorstep.

This award winning seaside location caters to weddings of up to 500 in the adjoining Convention Centre, and 300 in the newly renovated Whitesands reception venue. The deco features stylish neutral and white nautical interiors that complement panoramic ocean views over the bay. 

Inspired catering includes cocktails & canapés, feasting menus, experience stations and grazing tables. Wedding packages start at $145 per person including a 5 hour beverage service. 

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26. Tanilba House

• LOCATION: 32 Caswell Cres, Tanilba Bay, NSW 2319
• CAPACITY: 90
• WEDDING PACKAGES: $250+/pp

Tanilba House is a heritage listed homestead located on 3 acres of seaside gardens in the beautiful Port Stephens area. The coastal property is ideally suited to outdoor weddings of 40 - 70 guests and offers all inclusive wedding packages with ceremony + reception venue hire & onsite catering from around $250/pp.

Long table wedding receptions can be set up under a beautiful stone arbour and the homestead has an indoor reception space for cooler days or in the event of wet weather. 

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27. Angourie Resort Yamba

• LOCATION: 166 Angourie Rd, Yamba NSW 2464
• CAPACITY: 40 - 170
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive. 
• ACCOMMODATION: 66 Villas of 1 -2 bedrooms

Hidden in pristine subtropical rainforest, the Angourie Resort is a beautiful beachside destination wedding venue in Yamba.

Say ’I do’ at one of the many beaches nearby or walk down the aisle on the sandstone pathway at gorgeous Green Point to breathtaking views out over the beach and ocean just a 2 minute drive from the resort.

All-inclusive wedding packages cater events from micro weddings at the poolside bar to cocktail affairs and larger seated events in any of the 3 main reception venues. Bring your entire guest list to stay at this seaside haven for a destination wedding weekend away.

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28. Mansfield Estate

• LOCATION: 743 Ocean Dr, Grants Beach NSW 2445
• CAPACITY: 100
• WEDDING PACKAGES: Venue hire from $12,500 (includes accommodation)
• ACCOMMODATION: 13 guest rooms. Sleeps 30

Get off the grid at Mansfield Estate, a private eco-retreat and waterfront wedding venue on 600 acres of unspoilt coastline. This unique retreat is just 30 minutes from Port Macquarie but feels miles away with open fields and bushland, a native Koala habitat and private access for wedding ceremonies on Grants Beach. 

The property has magical spots for wedding photography such as the shaded forest, native gardens, the edge of tranquil Queens Lake and the open grassland with panoramic ocean views. 

There are a number of outdoor areas to curate the coastal wedding of your dreams from the sprawling lawns to poolside or in the newly opened reception hall with alfresco space & fire pit. Wedding packages BYO & DIY. Midweek, micro wedding and elopement packages available. 

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29. Saltwater Fingal Bay 

• LOCATION: Level 1/3 Marine Dr, Fingal Bay, NSW 2315
• CAPACITY: 150
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive from $135/pp

Saltwater Fingal Bay is a relaxed and affordable coastal wedding venue in prime position on the sandy shoreline of Fingal Beach, a 10 minutes drive from Nelson Bay. 

Say ‘I do’ on the white sandy shores in front of the venue. Saltwater also offers a statement open air balcony with views of the beach complete with white timber and rattan furnishings, greenery and festoon lighting - perfect as an alternative ceremony venue or for your pre-reception drinks.

The contemporary reception venue flows seamlessly from the balcony on the top level of the Fingal Surf Club. It has expansive floor to ceiling windows and breathtaking views from every corner. Exclusive use of both spaces are included as part of the reception package. 

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Beach Venues on the South Coast

30. NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort

• LOCATION: Banyandah Street, South Durras, NSW 2536
• CAPACITY: 20 - 120
• WEDDING PACKAGES: From $160/pp
• ACCOMMODATION: Villas sleep 40+

Murramarang Resort is an all-in-one beach wedding venue situated on its own private section of sand in the Murramarang National Park on the South Coast. This natural beauty, lends itself as a stunning setting for a beach ceremony with numerous seaside wedding sites including the waters edge at Mill Beach or at the grassy headland with panoramic ocean views as your backdrop. 

Four reception venues cater for micro weddings of 20 - 40 guests to larger events for 120 guests. The resort offers award winning catering and extensive menu options with wedding packages from $160/pp.

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31. Nowra Culburra SLSC

• LOCATION: 4 Farrant Ave, Culburra Beach NSW 2540
• CAPACITY: 130
• WEDDING PACKAGES: Venue hire from $2200. BYO and DIY.

The Nowra Culburra SLSC is one of the most affordable spots for a beach wedding reception in NSW. Perfectly positioned overlooking Warrain Beach at Culburra on the South Coast, you can get married on the sand right in front. 

This blank canvas venue offers hall hire from an affordable $2200 and includes a full size onsite commercial kitchen so you can BYO and DIY your catering and drinks. 

The elevated ocean view wedding venue, with outdoor balcony is ready for you to transform and style for your special day. An amazing budget friendly option with ample parking and in close proximity to accommodation nearby.

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32. Mollymook Beachside Weddings

• LOCATION: 72 Golf Avenue, Mollymook, NSW 2539
• CAPACITY: 220
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive wedding packages from $124/pp

Mollymook Beach Weddings is an all-in-one oceanfront venue with expansive views perched on the sands edge at Mollymook Golf Club on the South Coast. 

You are spoilt for choice in this incredible beach location from a wedding directly on the stunning white sands with the ocean as your backdrop or a private bush setting on the manicured greens of the golf course. 

The dedicated modern reception space has a sheltered oceanview courtyard and expansive windows bathed in natural light that showcase the stunning views. All inclusive packages start at $124/pp for sit down receptions of up to 160 people including a 5 hour beverage service (minimum 50 adults).

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33. Willow Farm Berry

• LOCATION: Galls Lane, Berry - South Coast, NSW
• CAPACITY: 130
• ACCOMMODATION: Sleeps 10
• WEDDING PACKAGES: $22,000 includes 2 nights for 10 guests

Willow Farm is a 160 acre private farm located just a few minutes from the beaches of the South Coast. You can hire the farm for your exclusive use for 2+ days and it comes with accommodation for 10 guests, a rustic reception barn, marquee site and a yoga barn.

The farm is a semi DIY & BYO wedding venue with all the difficult items like RSA staff (included in the venue hire fee) and marquee hire arranged for you. One of the great things about a Willow Farm wedding is the ability to utilise the multiple spaces for individual parts of the day and style them to your preferred theme. No two weddings are ever the same here.

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34. The Jackson Ranch

• LOCATION: Bawley Point - South Coast, NSW
• CAPACITY: 120 seated, 200 cocktail
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive
• ACCOMMODATION: 5 Cabins, sleeps 30

The Jackson Ranch is a unique private property with its own private beach set amongst the trees on a serene 37 acres just 20 minutes from Mollymook on the South Coast. This incredible haven is well suited to bespoke private and romantic weddings and offers unique outdoor backdrops for your ceremony including the property's secluded beaches, rainforest and the pristine edge of Lake Willinga. 

Jackson Room is perfect for a more formal reception or embrace the natural surroundings and have an outdoor reception on the lawns or Terrace. All Wedding packages include exclusive use of the property, 5 star catering and 5 refurbished cabins with capacity for 30 guests.

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35. Long Reef Golf Club

• LOCATION: Anzac Avenue, Collaroy, 2097
• CAPACITY: 140 - 250
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive packages from $130/pp

The Long Reef Golf Club is an oceanview wedding venue at Long Reef headland on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. Next to the popular reception venue is a private beach ceremony lawn that overlooks the quiet shores of Fishermans Beach.

The lawn, terrace and alfresco reception spaces offer uninterrupted ocean views up and down the coastline from Manly to the Central Coast. Wedding packages are all inclusive of 5 hour venue hire, catering, beverages, DJ and use of golf carts for wedding photos. Complimentary Reef Room as wet weather ceremony alternative.

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36. Palm Beach Wedding Venue

• LOCATION: Palm Beach, Sydney NSW
• CAPACITY: 100
• WEDDING CEREMONY VENUE

In the tropical gardens of this private $40m holiday home is a beachfront wedding ceremony site hidden from public view. This one-of-a-kind backyard is located on Sydney's Northern Beaches and comes with 2,500m² of Balinese-inspired gardens to hire for your nuptials.

The exclusive estate can be accessed via road or water with a jetty a short walk away and has onsite amenities in a pool house. We highly recommend engaging a wedding planner when booking this property as you'll need someone to set up your ceremony and arrange styling.

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37. Ripples Chowder Bay

• LOCATION: Chowder Bay Road, Mosman, NSW 2088
• CAPACITY: 200
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive

Ripples at Chowder Bay is a beachfront reception venue located on the Taronga Zoo to Balmoral foreshore walk in Sydney. With its own jetty, the venue is accessible by either road or water and is a short walk from Clifton Gardens which offer some of Sydney's best wedding photography spots.

The waterfront restaurant has fully opening walls with sweeping views over Sydney Harbour and serves a modern Australian menu that can be customised to suit most budgets. 

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38. Athol Hall

• LOCATION: Bradleys Head Road, Mosman, NSW 2088
• CAPACITY: 200
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive from $180/pp

This heritage wedding venue is located in Mosman on the Sydney Harbour foreshore. Aside from the exquisite views taking in the Sydney Harbour Bridge, it has its very own private beach surrounded by tranquil bushland. Most couples who get married here have their wedding ceremony on the harbour lawn and photos down on the beach.

The reception venue is a beautiful heritage hall that is perched at the top of the sloping harbour lawn. The lawn is the perfect place to enjoy pre-reception drinks before moving inside. Athol Lawn can be hired for ceremonies at a cost of $760 with any wedding reception package. 

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39. The Bathers' Pavilion

• LOCATION : 4 The Esplanade, Mosman, NSW 2088
• CAPACITY: 150
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive starting at $95/pp

The Bathers Pavilion is a relaxed restaurant and wedding venue located at Balmoral Beach on Sydney's North Shore. With views of the coming and going of boats on the harbour, Balmoral is a popular spot for beach weddings with lots of peaceful places for ceremonies & photos just a stroll from the venue.

The heritage building of The Bathers' Pavilion caters for seated wedding receptions of up to 100 guests and cocktail weddings of up to 170 guests. Packages start at $95 - $115 per person for a cocktail or seated lunch reception. Minimum of 30 guests.

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40. Moby Dicks

• LOCATION: 227 Whale Beach Road, Whale Beach, NSW 2107
• CAPACITY: 150 seated, 200 cocktail
• WEDDING PACKAGES:  Venue hire $2500. $150+ per person.

Moby Dicks is a waterfront wedding venue with panoramic ocean views from its elevated location at Whale Beach on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. This iconic reception venue is one of The Boathouse Group venues synonymous with excellence in wedding service and spectacular oceanfront locations.

The contemporary styling of the venue has a relaxed seaside ambiance with stunning high ceilings, white finishes and dramatic floor to ceiling windows that frame the beach views. Wedding Packages start at $95 pp for cocktail and seated events and $55 pp for drink packages. 

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41. Watsons Bay Hotel

• LOCATION: 1 Military Road, Watsons Bay, NSW 2030
• CAPACITY: 350
• WEDDING PACKAGES:  All inclusive from $150/pp.
• ACCOMMODATION: 32 Boutique hotel Suites

Arrive by boat to the iconic beach wedding venue of Watson Bay Hotel on Sydney Harbour. The hotel is surrounded by the stunning harbour backdrop with yachts, cliffs, Moreton Bay Figs and stunning parkland. Beach wedding ceremonies are permitted in the area and there are several grassy parks right on the harbour beaches nearby.

The hotel offers 2 incredible reception venues. The Sunset Room features Hamptons styling, floor to ceiling windows and views out over the harbour catering for seated receptions of 150 guests and cocktail receptions for up to 350. The Top Deck Terrace has a retractable roof and private bar best suited for cocktail events for up to 150 or as a wet weather ceremony alternative. 

With the ferry stop and boat access close to the hotel, you can easily charter guests to your wedding from the city.

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42. Orso

• LOCATION: 79 Parriwi Road, Mosman NSW, 2088
• CAPACITY: 250
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive

Orso is an absolute beachfront wedding venue located in Mosman with panoramic views over Middle Harbour on Sydney's North Shore.

You can hold a stunning ceremony on the beach just outside the venue or on the wharf, both with an incredible harbour backdrop. You can then start your wedding reception with pre-dinner drinks and canapés on the balcony at the water's edge enjoying the view and resident pelicans. 

Orso offers 2 reception venues. Bayside is a newly refurbished space with exposed beams, a marble bar and expansive water views through floor to ceiling windows. This room caters for seated receptions of 240 guests or cocktail functions for 350 guests. For more intimate events the Tuscany Room has its own entrance and caters for seated receptions of up to 70 guests. At Orso you can farewell your guests under the stars and sail off on a private charter into the night. 

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43. The Boathouse Shelly Beach

• LOCATION: 1 Marine Parade, Manly, NSW 2095
• CAPACITY: 200
• WEDDING PACKAGES:  All inclusive Wedding Packages. 

The Boathouse at Shelly Beach is a relaxed local cocktail bar, restaurant and beachside wedding venue near Manly on Sydney's Northern Beaches. Literally 2 steps from the sand, The Boathouse is one of the best places for beach weddings in Sydney.

Upstairs you'll find a function room with floor to ceiling windows that open to let in the warm coastal breeze and showcase the magical views out over the beach. The space caters for Seated events for 60 and cocktail events for up to 120. Due to the tranquil and picturesque backdrop, many wedding ceremonies are held up here.

For larger weddings, the ground floor eatery has capacity for cocktail events of up to 200. Accommodation options for wedding guests are just a short stroll from the venue at iconic Manly Beach.

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44. Clovelly Surf Club

• LOCATION: Donnellan Circuit, Clovelly, NSW 2031
• CAPACITY: 100 sit down, 150-250 cocktail
• WEDDING PACKAGES: Room hire from $1450 + food & beverage from $135/pp

The iconic Clovelly Surf Club is an affordable wedding venue at Clovelly Beach overlooking the promenade & cliffs of Gordon's Bay. The all-in-one venue has an oceanfront reception venue on one floor and a terrace at the rear that offers an alternative wedding ceremony location to Clovelly Beach. 

The open terrace seamlessly flows inside to panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. The indoor space caters for wedding receptions of up to 100 guests seated and up to 250 guests for cocktail events. For larger weddings you can extend the indoor space with a marquee on the terrace. Wedding packages start at $135/pp including a 5 hour food & beverage service. 

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45. Estate Vaucluse House

• LOCATION: Wentworth Rd, Vaucluse, NSW 2030
• CAPACITY: 120 Seated, 200 Cocktail.
• WEDDING PACKAGES: All inclusive via preferred caterers

You will feel world's away at the historic 19th century sandstone mansion Estate Vaucluse House. This impressive waterfront venue oozes old world charm of grand proportions, with 10 hectares of immaculate harbourside grounds and lush gardens stretching all the way to the water's edge, just 15km from the Sydney CBD.

Estate Vaucluse House backs directly onto Beach Paddock at Vaucluse Beach - a picturesque area for a beach wedding ceremony and photos in surrounding parklands. 

This landmark estate features manicured formal gardens, an elegant terrace and a versatile, light-filled reception venue that easily transforms to suit any wedding theme.

The jewel of this crown is the option for garden party weddings with views of bobbing boats on the harbour as your backdrop. 

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If you're having a beach wedding in a public location you may require a permit from the local council. You’ll need to check council regulations and permit requirements in your preferred location via the council’s website. It's free to have a beach wedding in some areas of NSW. If your preferred stretch of sand doesn't come free, you can expect to pay between $50 to $500 for a permit with the cost often dependent on the affluence and popularity of the beach. 

It’s important to note that some beaches in NSW are restricted and don't allow weddings. Others have strict conditions for wedding ceremonies such as guest numbers, the use of sound equipment, props and even flowers. For this reason, it’s often easier to book your beach ceremony at the same location as your reception venue.

Other logistical points to consider when planning a beach wedding include privacy, tides, heat and shade and accessibility for guests as well as setup. You’ll want to ensure you have a wet weather plan in place and the majority of reception venues in NSW will provide a solution for couples who are booked with them.