Private Properties for Weddings Near Sydney
Private Properties To Hire For Weddings: Sydney | NSW | North Coast | South Coast
Looking for a private property to hire for your wedding? Here are 20 stunning private properties and estates that can be hired for weddings in Sydney & surrounds. All of these exclusive-use wedding locations are within driving distance of Sydney and are all-in-one wedding destinations with ceremony & reception spaces plus accommodation onsite.
Here are 20 beautiful private properties to hire for weddings in Sydney and its surrounds.
20 Private Properties to Hire for Weddings
1. St Joseph's Guesthouse
- Capacity: 2 - 100
- Location: Saint Albans - Blue Mountains, NSW
- Venue Hire Cost: $3,500 - $7,500
One of the most unique private properties in Australia, St Joseph's Guesthouse is an award winning heritage venue built in the ruins of a 160 year old church. The 5 bedroom, 3 level stone building can be hired for intimate day-time weddings of up to 100 guests.
An affordable hire fee of $7,500 provides exclusive access to the Guesthouse, grounds and accommodation for 4 days. You can then DIY & BYO to your own budget. For elopements the hire cost is $3,500.
The property sleeps 10 upstairs and has a function area on the ground floor. You can also opt for an outdoor ceremony & reception on the lawns overlooking regional views and the original bell tower is still operational underneath which is an ideal spot to exchange vows. This photo is taken from the plunge pool area.
2. Berry Hill
- Location: 1832 River Road, Leets Vale, NSW
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 54+
- Catering & Drinks: BYO
With spectacular views over surrounding hills covered in ancient Blue Gum forests, Berry Hill is the perfect private property to hire for wilderness weddings immersed in rugged Australian bushland. This one-of-a-kind wedding destination is located on the banks of the Hawkesbury River and comes with a Riverview marquee, a waterfront ceremony site, huge outdoor areas and accommodation in a refurbished homestead, contemporary suites and luxury bell tents.
3. The Woods Farm
- Location: Bayly Road, Tomerong, NSW 2540
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 120
The Woods Farm is a private estate on 40 secluded acres near Jervis Bay. Surrounded by bushland, the very private property offers a uniquely intimate wedding experience where all your guests can stay onsite with you.
This open air chapel has a natural arbor leading up to the front step and is one of the most unique ceremony venues in the region. There's a luxe reception shed onsite adorned with hanging chandeliers which opens onto a games lawn, ideal for relaxing pre-dinner drinks. Guests have access to the pool, kitchen, bathrooms and friendly farm animals for the duration of stay.
4. The Woodhouse Wollombi
- Location: 2674 Paynes Crossing Rd, Wollombi, NSW 2325
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 33
- Wedding Packages: All inclusive
Down an elegant tree-lined drive and nestled within 100 acres of manicured fields, the architecturally designed Woodhouse Wollombi is one of the grandest private properties to hire for weddings near Sydney. Within the luxe, European-style grounds are 8 new King Suites sleeping 16 guests, a fun barn stay that sleeps 15 and a seperate honeymoon suite for two.
Facilities for weddings and pre & post wedding functions include a new vine-covered pergola with an adjoining outdoor bar and lounge area that overlooks a private lake, an outdoor dance floor and covered courtyard, and the contemporary Woodhouse which comes fully furnished and features a neutral blank canvas to suit any styling.
5. Blair Athol Bathurst
- Location: 281 Keppel Street, Bathurst, NSW 2795
- Capacity: 10 - 100
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Venue Hire: $5,000
Blair Athol is a grand Italianate mansion to hire for weddings in Bathurst and was originally designed for the town mayor in the 19th century. The iconic local landmark has recently undergone multi-million dollar renovations adding modern amenities to the property including an internal elevator.
Wedding facilities at Blair Athol include two elegant reception rooms that have real gold leaf gilding and furniture painstakingly sourced from around the globe, an acre of gardens with a ceremony rotunda and 5 luxury suites with individual bathrooms.
6. The Lodge At Mount Rivers
- Location: 38 Lawrences Road, Mount Rivers, NSW 2311
- Capacity: 250
- Accommodation: Sleeps 16 + camping
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
The Lodge at Mount Rivers is the newest private property to rent for weddings in New South Wales and is situated 45 minutes from the wineries of Pokolbin in the upper Hunter Valley. The hidden mountain escape has 6 luxury bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and plenty of green areas to set up a glamping village or camping.
The homestead sits on the banks of the Peterson River immersed within surrounding hills and is the perfect location to bring your own horse, bike, kayak and fishing gear for a fun wedding getaway in paradise. A marquee or tipis can be hired for larger celebrations and the dining room and infinity pool deck cater perfectly for more intimate weddings.
7. The Oasis Port Stephens
Location: 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour, NSW 2316
Capacity: 80
Accommodation: Sleeps 50
Wedding Packages: BYO
This private little rainforest resort was recently taken over by new owners who have renovated the grounds and function facilities to perfectly suit exclusive-use weddings of up to 80 guests. Venue hire includes a 2 night stay in 9 two bedroom cabins with use of a large covered deck that seats up to 80 guests and a function room/yoga hall.
The Oasis is located on the shores of One Mile Beach at Port Stephens and is set across 5 acres of tropical gardens with tranquil billabongs and trickling water features. The gardens & lawns are well suited to outdoor wedding ceremonies & receptions and with the beach just 600m away, the resort offers a diverse collection of beautiful backdrops for wedding photos.
8. The Cove Jervis Bay
- Location: Ellmoos Road via Booderee National Park, Jervis Bay NSW 2540
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 126
At The Cove, you have your own private resort for the weekend complete with your very own private beach. This 3 acre seaside oasis offers luxury, festival-style 3 day weddings where communal gathering areas in the beachfront gardens create a beautiful vibe for outdoor receptions as well as pre & post wedding events.
The Cove also has a brand new wedding hall for indoor wedding receptions and a huge range of facilities including a communal kitchen, bathrooms, lawn games, kayaks & paddle boards. Fun weekends are the go here. Think relaxed outdoor bar, romantic festoon lighting, gentle sea breeze, music, and laughter.
9. Greystone Estate
- Capacity: 20 - 110
- Accommodation: Sleeps 32
- Location: Pokolbin - Hunter Valley, NSW
Greystone Estate is a luxury self-contained property located in the centre of Hunter Valley wine country. Set on 10 park-like acres of beautifully manicured lawns and gardens, 32 guests can stay onsite for a luxury weekend away celebrating with family & friends.
This Hamptons style property features a stunning, purpose-built open air pavilion for wedding ceremonies and there's a modern, all-white function room for receptions of up to 110 guests.
The Main House has an open plan layout featuring indoor & outdoor gathering spaces that overlook the gardens and dam. Bookings include a 5 star wedding concierge & private catering service.
10. 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 luxury estate to hire for weddings in Berry and comes with 3.5 hectares of manicured gardens in which to say "I do". The 5 bedroom house has a resort-style swimming pool, a petanque court, an orchard and olive grove, a playground that kids will never forget and a little barn at the bottom of the garden that seats up to 30 guests for a quiet lunch or dinner.
The gardens also feature a pair of centuries old Fig Trees with picturesque views to Saddleback Mountain which is a gorgeous spot to get married.
11. Ravensthorpe Guesthouse
- Location: Albion Park - Illawarra, NSW
- Capacity: 200
- Accommodation: Sleeps 14
Ravensthorpe Guesthouse is a private Georgian manor house that sleeps up to 14 wedding guests. Wedding packages provide exclusive hire of the estate including 3 acres of elegant country gardens complete with a vine-covered picture-perfect rotunda.
Reception areas include a restaurant, conservatory, large marquee and adjoining courtyard with regional country views. There's no shortage of photo opportunities on this private property with a swimming pool and tennis court area adding to a diverse set of backgrounds.
12. Palm Beach Private Estate
- Location: Palm Beach, Northern Beaches Sydney
- Capacity: 100
- Wedding Packages: Please Enquire
This exclusive private property to hire for wedding ceremonies offers a well-manicured and unique Balinese-styled garden setting on the waterfront of a $40m holiday house in Palm Beach. The gardens, exquisite views, beach and nearby jetty give you a diverse range of individual and breathtaking photo opportunities.
Benefit from the convenience of ample parking, easy road access, and onsite amenities, ensuring a seamless setup for your wedding. Whether you choose to handle the preparations yourself or enlist professional services.
13. Private Property Illawarra
- Location: 8 Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Stanwell Park, NSW 2508
- Capacity: 60
- Accommodation: Sleeps 18
- Venue Hire: $2,950+
This private Victorian-period home at Stanwell Park can be hired for small weddings of up to 60 (or slightly more) guests. The spacious 5 bedroom property is located on picturesque Bald Hill and overlooks the famed new Sea Cliff Bridge and stunning ocean views that take in the coastal traffic to and from Wollongong's busy port.
The house has a manicured flat lawn with an outdoor reception pavilion, a wide balcony perfect for cocktail functions and the main dining room can seat up to 18 guests utilising existing furniture.
14. Eleven Eighty Weddings
- Location: 1180 Bolong Road, Coolangatta, NSW 2535
- Capacity: 20 - 80
- Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO
- Accommodation: Sleeps 15
Eleven Eighty is a small private property that caters for intimate weddings of up to 80 guests near Berry, an easy 2 hour drive from Sydney. Venue hire includes a 2 night stay in two onsite cottages and exclusive use of the 2 acre block with 5 eclectic wedding spaces to work with.
The heritage-listed property is the site of an old school and one of the venues is the old school hall which has been refurbished and seats up to 50 guests. The other spaces are a small barn which seats 30, an old train carriage which seats 20 and the popular wedding courtyard which caters for up to 80 guests. All furniture and tableware is included and the grounds include an Argentine wood fired BBQ.
15. Figbird Cottage
- Capacity: 150+
- Accommodation: Sleeps 8 + option to glamp
- Location: Terara - South Coast, NSW
Figbird Cottage is one of the most affordable private properties for weddings on the South Coast. Wedding packages include the option for day hire or you can book the entire property for 3 Days/2 nights including accommodation in 2 onsite cottages for 8 guests.
The reception venue is a luxe European marquee surrounded by flat lawns and English rose gardens. The marquee opens up for outdoor weddings and all furniture & tableware for ceremony and reception set up is included. You can BYO catering, beverages & any other wedding suppliers you'd like including food trucks & drinks carts.
16. Caoura Cliffs
- Location: 1450 Caoura Road, Tallong, NSW 2579
- Capacity: 140
- Accommodation: Sleeps 12
- BYO catering & drinks
With an extraordinary cliff top location hidden deep in the heart of the Southern Highlands and with sweeping views over your own secluded gorge, Caoura Cliffs is one of the most exclusive private properties to hire for weddings in Australia. The 1,100 acre property comes with a contemporary reception hall featuring huge glass facades, a cliff edge ceremony space with jaw dropping views to the Shoalhaven River and a luxury cottage with a pool and outdoor entertaining pavilion.
17. Willow Farm Berry
- Capacity: 130
- Accommodation: Sleeps 10
- Location: Berry - South Coast, NSW
Willow Farm is a 160 acre private estate on lush green farmland just a few minutes from the beach and quaint township of Berry. Exclusively yours for the weekend, it's the perfect spot for a relaxed, country style wedding in one of the South Coast's most loved locations.
The options on offer at Willow Farm provide a unique opportunity to create a truly memorable wedding experience. The property is a blank canvas waiting for your ideas.
Choose an outdoor ceremony & reception or instead utilise the rustic entertainment shed. There's also a flat lawn games area with adjoining space for a marquee that overlooks extensive views of the property. This creates the option of having seperate areas for a cocktail lounge, dining and dancing. Then there's the farmhouse gardens and yoga barn...
18. Mali Brae Farm
- Capacity: 30 - 110
- Accommodation: Complimentary for 2
- Location: Moss Vale - Southern Highlands, NSW
Mali Brae Farm is a family owned and operated 90 acre farm that you can hire for the exclusive use of your wedding. The picturesque property has 6 ceremony locations onsite including landscaped gardens, waterfront areas and unique rustic ruins. that enjoy extensive views over dams and surrounding farmland.
There are two reception venues at Mali Brae Farm. One is a brand new luxe room that caters for small weddings of 30 - 55 guests and features floor to ceiling windows overlooking the farm. The other is a rustic hay shed that seats up to 110 guests. Wedding packages are all-inclusive of venue hire plus catering & drinks.
19. Chapel Hill Retreat
- Location: 36 Berambing Crest, Berambing, NSW 2758
- Capacity: 150
- Accommodation: Sleeps 34
- Wedding Packages: All-inclusive
With a luxe bridal suite and 6 self contained cottages providing optional accommodation for up to 34 guests, Chapel Hill Retreat is an ideal private property to hire for 2 or 3 day weddings. And with stunning views overlooking the Blue Mountains World Heritage National Park it's also one of the most scenic wedding destinations in NSW.
Affordable wedding packages include a choice of 7 ceremony & reception spaces from a bush cathedral crafted by nature and a grand avenue of Oak Trees to an intimate event deck and modern all-white function room. Expansive lawns & gardens cater perfectly for backyard weddings and there's a covered verandah and hill top chapel completing a choice of weatherproof spaces.
20. The Lodge Jamberoo
- Location: 406 Jamberoo Mountain Road, Jamberoo, NSW 2533
- Capacity: 300
- Accommodation: Sleeps 136
- Wedding Packages: 3 Days
The Lodge is one of the most unique private properties for weddings in NSW. Hire of this sprawling resort comes with 43 hotel rooms that surround a huge outdoor swimming pool. Guests have access to a bar, restaurant, courtyards and gardens and there are amenities for pre & post wedding events onsite.
For your wedding there's an amazing Pine Forest Cathedral which houses an intimate open-air chapel and is fully paved (no heels getting stuck in grass!). Receptions can be held in any number of outdoor spots and there's a large blank canvas hall as your all-weather option. Weddings are made very affordable at The Lodge with an online payments system accessible to guests for their accommodation.
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