We just love a winery wedding – there’s something extra spesh about getting married amongst the vines, not to mention the magical views and scenery tied to such a space. Plus, if it’s a functioning vineyard, the food and wine offering is almost always a topshelf situation. Here. for. it!
In this round-up of 14 of the best vineyard venues around Australia and New Zealand, you’ll find rural gems (Hi Magpies Nest and Blue Wren Farm), as well as cool coastal spots like Bawley Vale Estate and Mimosa Wines and chic, historic spaces including Provenance Wines and Peppers Creek Barrel Room.
Wineries not your thing? Not a problem, we’ve also pulled together our Top 12 Coastal Venues, 16 Urban Venues and 28 Country Venues – you’re bound to find your dream space amongst these carefully curated lists.
If you’ve already locked in your venue and are now on the hunt for vendors to take your day next-level, be sure to check out our Top 20 Florists, Top 20 Stylists and Top 19 Wedding Entertainers posts. While you’re at it, why not grab the Wedding Planner & Notebook to keep all your notes/thoughts/ideas in one tidy and cute spot.
But for now, start your scroll to discover the best of the best winery wedding venues…
Whether you’re planning something small and intimate or wild and grand, Zonzo Estate will make it happen. Great service, really great food, and really really great wine are all part of the package here, and one of the many reasons this is such a sought-after space in Victoria. Wanna see this wonderful winery venue in action? Em & Trav’s wedding has inspiration in spades!
Location: Yarra Valley, Vic
Image: Rick Liston
With sweeping views across the vineyard, olive groves and further beyond to the Murrumbidgee River, the Magpies Nest is a truly special space for your celebration in regional NSW. When you book this venue, you’ll get exclusive use of the 20-acre property, access to the event planning prowess of the team who have over 20 years experience, and the option to customise a delicious menu which showcases the local produce, and reflects your style as a couple. Learn more about this established and pretty-as-a-picture venue over on the directory.
Location: Wagga Wagga, NSW
Hands-down one of our favourite NSW South Coast spaces, Bawley Vale Estate is a 100-acre property where the vineyards and orchards are surrounded by rugged bush and all a stone’s throw from the sea. Boasting a modern-industrial barn seating up to 120 people with bespoke finishings, sky-high ceilings and statement floor-to-ceiling windows; 2-bedroom studio accommodation; gorgeous lawns for cocktail hour; plus tranquil lakes, countless photo opportunities, and friendly farm animals, it’s little wonder why so many Hello May couples choose to get hitched here. Read the rave reviews for yourself from Nicole & Ben and Jenna & Trent, then reach out to the team here.
Location: Bawley Vale, NSW
Image: Hayley Rafton
POACHERS PANTRY
Renowned for their delish seasonal food offering and fairy garden vibes, Poachers Pantry is an award-winning smokehouse, vineyard, farm shop and all-inclusive wedding venue. Caitlin & Matt knew what was up hosting their chic affair at this pretty-as-a-picture locale, not far from the Canberra CBD. You’ll find this family-owned space over on our directory, where you can shoot off an enquiry direct.
Location: Canberra, ACT
Image: Across The Forest
This picturesque boutique vineyard nestled deep in the Megalong Valley is surrounded by a towering sandstone escarpment, showcasing the region’s awe-inspiting beauty. At Dryridge Estate, you can create your dream day, your way with the help of the qualified team, who are there to assist at every turn. There’s also onsite accomodation in the form of a four-bedroom homestead and two-bedroom sunrise lodge for you and your wedding party, and a clear-roofed marquee that comes with the venue hire, ensuring you won’t miss the spectacular sunset. Quite simply, this place is D.R.E.A.M.Y!
Location: Blue Mountains, NSW
Image: Scott Surplice
Do breathtaking views, amazing local beaches and forest locations for your photos, mouthwatering food and a dance floor to remember, sound like your jam? We thought so! Mimosa Wines is a vineyard venue situated on the coastal drive between Bermagui and Tathra on the Sapphire Coast of NSW. The 200-acre property sits between the mountains and the sea, and as well as breathtaking scenery, is home to a topnotch restaurant which gets rave reviews, accomodation for you and your wedding party and a team ready and waiting to make the magic happen.
Location: Bermagui, NSW
South Australia is well known for its acclaimed wine scene, and Beresford Estate in the gorgeous McClaren Vale is a standout vineyard with a world-class restaurant, tasting pavillion and luxe accomodation all on-site. This family-run treasure is now shared as an epic wedding venue too, and a truly special choice for your soiree. Dreamy details are what these guys do best (as well as impressive winemaking, obvs!) – whether it’s a seated celebration in the Gallery Room or cocktails and canapes on the Bell Tower Deck, the beautiful backdrop makes its worth a look!
Location: McClaren Vale, SA
Image: Evan Bailey
With breathtaking views over the untouched Lake Moodemere, this waterside family-owned and operated winery is picture-perfect. With a glorious heritage garden and historical cellar door to match the spanning property, there are endless photo opportunities as well as accomodation on-site (plunge pool included!). Hello May directory vendors, no less, you can find more details about this and contact them here.
Location: Rutherglen, Vic
This beauty in the heart of Mudgee’s wine region is perched upon a 50-acre estate with premium onsite accommodation for up to 20 people. If a ceremony pavillion surrounded by lush greenery (ideal in any weather), a classic yet chic reception space called The White Hall, which can handle 160 seated or 250 standing guests, and an acclaimed restaurant serving up seasonal Mediterranean-inspired dishes tick your boxes, then you’d be a smart cookie to make an enquiry. Oh, and did we mention the grounds are *chef’s kiss*?!
Location: Mudgee, NSW
Image: Elise Hassey
Listen up friends, this brilliant property situated in Victoria’s Alpine Valleys, is exclusively yours for your special day – it’s a vineyard venue with a serious side of chic and we are big fans! The location extends from Victoria’s snowfields to the Murray River, covering the Alpine Valleys, Beechworth, Glenrowan, King Valley and Rutherglen wine regions, meaning the system of mountains, valleys and rivers sets the scene for a sensational food and wine experience. You can go as fancy as you feel here and it won’t look out of place, or play up to the space’s natural charm (which it has a tonne of) – it’s all up to you and you’ll have the expertise of Feathertop’s talented team to guide you at every step.
Location: Bright, Vic
Image: Elsa Campbell
Majestic doesn’t even cut it when trying to describe this truly exceptional venue, just 30 minutes from Queenstown. Surrounded by an awe-inspiring mountain landscape and showcasing award-winning architecture, Peregrine Winery is a ‘venue only’ facility, providing you with a blank canvas to stage your day just as you choose. If you’re looking for a bunch of red-hot NZ vendors to help make the planning process a cinch, we’d highly recommend taking a squiz at this carefully curated list, too.
Location: Central Otago, NZ
Image: Dawn Thompson
PEPPERS CREEK CHAPEL & BARREL ROOM
In the rolling Hunter Valley hills, Peppers Creek Chapel and Barrel Room is home to a charming sandstone chapel and Tuscan-inspired barrel room, which perfectly enscapulate the beauty of this famous NSW wine region. Here you can host both your ceremony and reception on-site, and the food offering, as well as the wine (of course) is world-class. Reach out to learn more about this iconic venue here.
Location: Hunter Valley, NSW
Image: Little Black Bow
A unique and historic venue in Geelong, Provenance Wines has a stunning Barrel Hall for receptions, a variety of onsite ceremony locations, award-winning food and wine, and numerous photo locations to get some epic snaps. To top it off, the heritage-listed Paper Mill where Provenance calls home, is nestled in a cliff with picturesque views over Buckley Falls on the Barwon River. This gorgeous space with its rustic, whitewashed, bluestone walls and sweeping, vaulted ceilings was the backdrop for Felicity & Gus’s beautiful nuptials, which we printed in the Real Wedding Special Vol. 9. Grab your copy for inspo galore, and then get in touch with venue here.
Location: Geelong, Vic
Image: Maegan Brown Moments
Rustin charm, endless views over the Great Dividing Range and an impressive food and wine offering are all part of the deal at this incredible Yarra Valley working winery. Three ceremony spaces – The Barn, The Vines, The Vine Room – mean you can craft a celebration that’s truly unique to you and when it’s time to party a clear marquee will set the stage for a night of celebrations. You’d do well to add this one to your hitlist. Stat.
Location: Yarra Valley, Vic
Image: Love Bomb Photos
