Country Wedding Venues in the Hunter Valley
Looking for country wedding venues in the Hunter Valley, NSW? These 12 Hunter Valley venues offer the perfect all-in-one location for a beautiful country wedding. They all have scenic ceremony sites that overlook the Hunter Valley's iconic rural landscape, and offer an amazing choice of unique reception venues that are among the most recommended country wedding venues in NSW.
Among the best places for a country wedding in the Hunter Valley are pretty vineyards & hilltop estates, unique farm wedding venues that come with modern reception facilities, and one-of-a-kind barns architecturally designed to fit with the regional landscape. There's a hillside Airbnb built from the ruins of a crumbling church, an array of beautiful country gardens and plenty of rustic wedding venues in repurposed sheds.
Whether you're looking for a 5 star rural location for a luxurious country wedding or a laid back venue with rustic vibes, the Hunter Valley's gorgeous landscape of wineries, mountains and lush farmland offers the perfect destination for countryside weddings.
Here are the 12 best country wedding venues in the Hunter Valley, NSW. They are all feature among the Hunter Valley's top venues.
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The Lodge At Mount Rivers
- Location: 38 Lawrences Road, Mount Rivers, NSW 2311
- Capacity: 250
- Accommodation: Sleeps 16
- Wedding Packages: DIY or All Inclusive
Located on 200 acres on the Paterson River, this 6 bedroom/4 bathroom estate offers one of the Hunter Valley's most picturesque country wedding experiences. Bring all your family and friends to enjoy the architecturally designed pavilion house which can be split into two wings and comes with a beautiful infinity pool overlooking lush rural paddocks.
The private mountain escape can be hired for destination weddings with 2 - 250 guests and has semi-inclusive wedding packages for elopements through to grand marquee receptions inclusive of all accommodation. You choose your preferred food & beverage vendors.
The Woodhouse Wollombi
- Location: 2674 Paynes Crossing Rd, Wollombi, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 33
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
The Woodhouse Wollombi is one of the best country wedding destinations in the Hunter Valley as it is located across 100 acres of manicured gardens, fields and scenic bushland with optional onsite accommodation that guests are able to book themselves.
The Woodhouse itself is a contemporary European style venue with luxe furnishings and a beautiful blank canvas perfect for styling with your choice of florals. There's an outdoor dance floor at one end and a brand new outdoor bar & lounge area that features a vine-covered pergola overlooking the property's private lake.
St Joseph's Guesthouse
- Location: Wollombi - Hunter Valley, NSW
- Capacity: 10 - 100
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
St Joseph's Guesthouse is located on a quiet hillside overlooking the Hawkesbury Valley near Wollombi and is one of the Hunter Valley's most unique spots for a fun country wedding. Built from the ruins of a 160 year old church, the guesthouse now has 5 bedrooms in the upper two storeys and an atmospheric function space on the ground floor.
Set against the dramatic 3 storey facade built from the church's original sandstone bricks, the backyard offers an incredibly atmospheric location for relaxed country celebrations. As a DIY venue you can choose all your own wedding vendors and the owner has an excellent list of suppliers who service this magical location.
Leaves & Fishes
- Location: 737 Lovedale Road, Lovedale NSW 232
- Capacity: 2-300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
Leaves and Fishes presents a charming countryside wedding experience that spans over three days and accommodates up to 300 guests. The venue offers accommodations in five boathouses, each featuring a balcony overlooking the Lotus Lake, sleeping up to 12 guests. Elopement and micro-wedding packages cater to groups of up to 20.
Leaves & Fishes provides an array of indoor and outdoor settings that perfectly complement country-style weddings. These options encompass a sunken garden, beneath an ornamental pear tree, an elegant wedding hall, a serene greenery deck, and, for more cozy gatherings, the spacious deck of the largest boathouse.
Greystone Estate
- Location: Pokolbin - Hunter Valley, NSW
- Capacity: 32 - 110
- Accommodation: Sleeps 32
Greystone Estate is a luxurious country property located in the centre of the Hunter Valley. Set on 10 park-like acres of beautifully manicured lawns and gardens, you'll feel like you're at a country retreat. Purpose built for luxury weekends away with family & friends, 32 guests can stay onsite as you celebrate with up to 110 wedding guests.
The estate features a purpose-built open air pavilion for wedding ceremonies or you can choose the dam location for a more country setting. Reception venues include a function room and smaller indoor & outdoor spaces at the Main House. Hunter Concierge provide a luxury end to end wedding experience that includes all onsite catering requirements for the duration of your stay.
Anambah House
- Location: 200 Anambah Road, Anambah, NSW 2320
- Capacity: 250
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
If you're looking for a barn wedding venue with luxe appeal, this rustic reception space at Anambah House ticks the box. Set on the gated grounds of a grand 19th century estate and with sweeping regional views over beautiful countryside, the barn offers the ideal location for luxury country weddings with 150 - 250 guests.
Venue hire comes with exclusive access to the property including the Victorian-era mansion for getting ready and taking photos. There's a beautiful country garden overlooking a private lagoon for your wedding ceremony, and all furnishings are provided for your ceremony & reception. All inclusive wedding packages include a generous 3 course shared feast.
Mandalong Country Estate
- Location: Mandaluck Chase, Mandalong, NSW 2264
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 16
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Mandalong Country Estate is the Hunter Valley's best forest wedding venue with 3 ceremony sites and a barn reception venue nestled in a private cleaning within the Watagans State Forest. The venue centres around a 7 bedroom homestead with a swimming pool & spa and you get a two night stay for up to 16 guests as part of your wedding package.
The amazing ceremony spaces at Mandalong include a natural forest cathedral furnished with festoon lights and timber benches, a deck that overlooks the forest canopy and a multipurpose open-sided shed recommended for post-ceremony drinks & nibbles. The rustic barn comes fully furnished for wedding receptions with up to 150 guests and features a romantic fairy light wall.
Wallaringa Farm
- Location: 321 Wallaringa Road, Wallaringa, NSW 2420
- Capacity: 12
- Accommodation: Sleeps 8
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
This private farm stay wedding venue is hidden within the rolling hills of Dungog Shire and can be hired for small country weddings with up to 12 guests. The 3 bedroom home comes with an open plan kitchen & dining area and a spacious covered deck that overlooks picturesque views of grazing Wallaringa horses. Lush lawns are perfect for romantic picnics at sunset or you can wander the farm and find your own private spot to say "I do" immersed in tranquil nature.
Goosewing Cottage
- Location: 1194 Mount View Rd, Mount View, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 2 - 20
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- Elopement packages: $3,295+
Goosewing Cottage is a secluded farm stay wedding venue surrounded by rolling hills and lush grazing paddocks near the heart of the Hunter Valley. The farm specialises in micro weddings and offers all inclusive elopement packages with a celebrant, photographer and optional onsite accommodation in two self contained cottages.
Adams Peak Country Estate
- Capacity: 180
- Venue: Country Estate
- Location: Broke - Hunter Valley, NSW
- Wedding Info: All-in-one pet friendly wedding venue with country views for miles. Reception venues include the rustic hay shed & barn and ceremonies enjoy extensive regional views over pristine Hunter Valley countryside. A luxury house & seperate homestead are available for multi-day stays for up to 24 wedding guests.
Moravia Park
- Location: Lovedale - Hunter Valley, NSW
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation:
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
Moravia Park's reception barn is a rustic wedding venue in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Venue hire includes exclusive use of the property for country wedding ceremonies and rustic receptions with the ability to DIY styling & BYO your favourite wedding vendors. There's accommodation for 2 includes a spacious bridal suite with plenty of mirrors and natural lighting for getting ready.
White Barn Pokolbin
- Capacity: 150
- Venue: Barn
- Location: Pokolbin - Hunter Valley, NSW
- Wedding Info: Hamptons style country barn on a small country property in the heart of the Hunter. The onsite vineyard provides a scenic location for wedding ceremonies and photos. White Barn is a pet-friendly wedding reception venue with a blank canvas to style as your own.