The Australian Botanic Garden
A unique wedding destination that is spread across 1000 acre, the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan, Sydney, is a naturalistic and yet surreal locale. With its mesmerising visuals and...
Ravensthorpe Estate
Located on the NSW South Coast, Ravensthorpe is a grand 19th-century home purposely restored to cater for life’s celebrations. With its 1890's Manor House, Bridal Suite, award-winning...
Growwild Wildflower Farm
The GrowWild Wildflower Farm Situated in Alpine is about 10 minutes from Mittagong, and an hour drive from Sydney. GrowWild has lots of native flowers and has a laid-back nature which makes...
Centennial Vineyards Restaurant
Centennial Vineyards Restaurant is a beautiful wedding venue covered in vineyards and green pastures. The wedding venue offers rustic elegance and fantastic outdoor locations for wedding...
Lazy River Estate
Lazy River Estate combines mesmerizing scenery with an exciting estate surrounded by surging greens, winery and lovely Macquarie River. It is one of the most remarkable settings in the...
Hardys Bay Club
Tucked between the serene bush and sparkling bay, Hardys Bay Club, New South Wales, is a stunning and unique venue to host weddings. With the perfect combination of a relaxed waterside...
Ottimo House Denham Court Estate
Presenting the best combination of rustic and vintage style to modern decor. Ottimo House Denham is a unique wedding venue located in New South Wales. Bringing the best of outdoor...
Midginbil Eco Resort
The Midginbil Eco Resort is a family-owned and operated one purchased as 'Midginbil Hill' in January 2020. The venue is located at 252 Midginbil Road, Uki, New South Wales. It sits on a...
Buttai Barn
Buttai Barn is located in Lings Road, Beresfield, New South Wales, Australia. Built-in 1982, it remains a choice location for all wedding events. It is a typical bush barn with indoor and...
St Joseph's Guest House
St. Joseph’s Guest House is a remarkable sandstone building located in McDonald's 90 minutes from the busy suburb of Sydney Central Business District, New South Wales.It is a historic...
The Woolshed
One of the finest and elegant wedding venues located in the region of Illawarra is the Woolshed. The venue offers a rustic-style ambiance and stunning backdrops. The venue's phenomenal...
Merrindah Wedding and Events
Merrindah is one of the renowned and premium wedding venues. The place is just located 90 away from Sydney, and it offers some of the best natural outdoor spaces for wedding ceremonies and...
Fernbank Farm
Fernbank Farm is a prestigious wedding location that is one hour away from North Sydney. The indoor venue has an elegant cocktail setting. This historic venue is blessed with a unique...
St Edwards of the Riverina
St Edwards of the Riverina is an attractive and historic wedding venue located in Southern New South Wales, and it is 15 minutes away from Wagga Wagga. It is a perfect place for hosting...
Foxglove Spires Gardens
Foxglove Spires Gardens located in Corkhill Drive, Central Tilba Tilba Valley, New South Wales. It's a stunning accommodation and wedding place that lay on five acres of gardens full of...
Seclusions Blue Mountains
Seclusion Blue Mountains is two and a half hours away from Sydney and forty minutes from Katoomba. This venue is a heritage-listed building built on 20 acres of land. Also it is offering...
Athol Hall
Whether you prefer a bold and lavish ceremony for your wedding, or want a small and intimate celebration, Athol Hall wedding venue got you covered. This restored heritage venue located at...
Blue Mountains Botanic Garden MountTomah
The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah is the highest botanic garden in the Southern Hemisphere, nestled less than two hours from the Sydney CBD. It is an idyllic, signature...
Calvin Estate Wedding Function Centre
Calvin Estate is one of the premium and beautiful wedding venues located in Hunter Valley. The wedding venue offers picturesque views for a memorable wedding day. It is famous for hosting...
Forget Me Not Weddings
It is hard to find venues that can capably manage large-scale events, without compromising attention to details. Forget Me Not Weddings, Sydney, is one such venue, that aptly balances both...
DuntryLeague
DuntryLeague Golf Club House is an elegant and exclusive wedding venue located in the centre of Orange, NSW. The club was started in 1876, making it a historic mansion with vintage...
Robertson Public House Rustic Weddings
Situated among rolling hills in the picturesque town of Robertson, New South Wales is the Robertson Public house. The rustic feel of this location makes it a beautiful place for you to have...
Wildwood @ Kangaroo Valley
One of the best event specialists for indoor and outdoor weddings in the kangaroo valley along Bandeela Road, New South Wales is the Wildwood. This fantastic venue is nestled within 100...
Briar Ridge Vineyard
Briar Ridge does not only have one of the Mount View region's best views, but it is also the largest and most established vineyards with a large number of award-winning wines. At an...
Kianinny
On New South Wales’ stunning Sapphire Coast at Tathra, is the Kianinny Bush Cottages on 100 acres of lush property. It is ideally located between Merimbula and Bega and in the middle of the...
Waldara Farm
Waldara Farm is situated less than three hours from Sydney CBD. It was established in 2008 and set on 800 acres of lush pastures. This venue is a working farm that offers a flexible country...
Chapel Hill Retreat
The Chapel Hill Retreat is situated 40 to 45 minutes from Katoomba and 90 minutes drive from Sydney city centre. In 1994 Jack Plane built Chapel Hill on 35 acres property surrounded by...
Goosewing Cottage
Goosewing Cottage is located in Mount View, New South Wales in the mountains above Pokolbin. It is situated within the region of Hunter Valley wine country. The venue is perfect for couples...
Bendooley Estate
Bendooley Estate is an elegant wedding venue with a rustic style and is only 1 hour, 25 minutes away from Sydney. The ceremony and reception wedding venue sits on 200 acres and has a garden...
Paperbark Camp
Paperbark Camp wedding venue is an authentic, luxury camping destination, found in the privacy and serenity of nature. It is situated beside the white sand beaches along the Jervis Bay...
Weddings in the Wilde
The Wilde is situated in Wildes Meadow along Ryans Lane, New South Wales. The venue can be used for wedding receptions or ceremonies during the weekends. Your wedding will turn into a...
Appin House Weddings and Events
The Appin House Weddings and Events is located at 150 Appin Road, Appin, New South Wales. It was established in 2002 with Ernie and Patricia Ring as founders. It is situated in the historic...
The Green House Eatery
The GreenHouse Eatery is a beautiful wedding venue located in the middle of Newcastle and the dunes of Port Stephens. The wedding venue hosts indoor and outdoor wedding ceremonies and...
Manly Golf Club
Manly Golf club was established in 1903 and is one of the most prominent golf clubs for functions and events. It is a 9-minute drive from the Manly CBD and has a stunning clubhouse that was...
Abercrombie Ridge
Brides looking for a country wedding venue in New South Wales can end their search with the award-winning Abercrombie Ridge. Its location is ideal, with a 1.5 hours drive from Canberra and...
Yurali House
Yurali House spreads across a 70-acre green scenery. The nature infused venue is located in Mudgee and just a 10-minute drive from the centre. Along with Mount Frome’s breathtaking vision,...
The Italian Byron Bay
The Italian Byron Bay is a scenic and attractive venue with charismatic marine sights, lovely carved, tall timber maximums, floor to ceiling panels, luxurious tropical greens and stone...
Glenworth Valley Weddings
Glenworth Valley is a stunning wilderness wedding venue on a 3 000-acre wilderness property nestled between Newcastle and Sydney. Its prime location on the magnificent Central Coast offers...
Somerley House
The drive through Somerley's tree-lined driveway that is Situated on the Sutton Forest along Illawarra Highway is a beautiful one to experience as you are welcomed into the magnificent...
Tinonee Vineyard Estate
One of the very steadily becoming the popular wedding destination with true countryside feel is Hunter Valley. You have many options here, open green pastures, to wineries and old beautiful...
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Add your VendorCountry Wedding Venues in NSW for a Romantic and Laid-Back Wedding
If you are planning a wedding in Australia, you should know about country wedding venues in NSW. They offer a romantic setting with stunning gardens, spectacular views, and lush farmland. They can be perfect for couples who want something different. If you are looking for a place that is both unique and relaxing, these affordable wedding venues will give you exactly what you need.
For those who love the outdoors, there are many great options available. You could choose one of the farms with stunning views and onsite accommodation or even opt for a vineyard wedding in a budget-friendly private estate in the Southern Highlands. The best part is that most of these locations are open year-round.
You need to consider many other things when choosing a rustic wedding venue. Here is a list of some important factors:
Location – This will be very important because it will determine how easy it will be for guests to travel to your wedding. It is always better to pick a location that guests can easily access. Also, it is good to choose a location with a lot of natural beauty, breathtaking views and accommodation onsite if you have many out-of-town guests.
Cost – Depending on the size of the venue, the cost of renting it out might vary. However, the prices of rustic venues are usually lower compared to larger weddings in traditional wedding ceremony and reception venues.
Size – Some of these country wedding venues are quite large and can accommodate up to 200 people. Others are more intimate and can only hold around 50 people, making them perfect for budget-friendly, small weddings. Choose a venue based on the number of people attending your special event.
Amenities – Most of these country wedding venues have everything you need. For example, they may include tables, chairs, linens, decorations, catering services, etc. Make sure that you check all of this before booking.
View – When you visit a country wedding venue, take time to look at the view. You want to find a place that offers epic views of green hills and floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Look for a location with lots of ancient oak trees, lakes, mountains, etc.
Complete Privacy – A country wedding venue that allows privacy is ideal. You don’t want to share your wedding pictures with anyone else, and these beautiful locations provide an exclusive hire for the entire wedding day. You can consider opting for weekend hire and have many fun activities onsite in a scenic location fr the entire weekend.
Facilities – Check whether the country wedding venue has the necessary facilities such as bathrooms, showers, parking spaces, etc.
Food – If you are hosting an outdoor wedding, make sure that the food provided is delicious and made with fresh produce. Choosing an all-inclusive wedding package means you won't have to search for wedding vendors separately, including a caterer .
Also, these beautiful wedding venues usually offer elopement packages for couples who want to have private wedding ceremonies and celebrate their love, just the two of them in the native bushland with beautiful regional views.
Best Time of Year for a Country Wedding in NSW
If you are planning a country wedding in Australia, here are some of the best times of the year to get married:
Spring: Spring is one of the most popular times to plan a boho wedding in the countryside. The weather is nice and warm, so you can enjoy having your wedding outdoors in a rustic reception venue without worrying about rain or snow.
Summer: Summer is another great season to host outdoor wedding receptions. It's hot outside, but not too hot. Plus, the sun will be shining bright throughout the day. This means that you will be able to capture beautiful photos of your guests enjoying themselves outdoors in an upbeat mood.
Autumn: Fall is another great season for outdoor ceremonies. The leaves start changing colours, and it gets cooler outside. However, it's still sunny, and you can easily enjoy your wedding outdoors.
Winter: Winter is one of the least favourite times to host a wedding. But if you live in NSW, you'll probably be fine because the city is very well insulated from cold temperatures.
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Decoration Ideas for Rustic Wedding Venues in NSW
Rural wedding venues in NSW offer a blank canvas in which you can adorn wedding decorations of your choice to turn into the ideal location. Here are some ideas for decorating your country-style wedding venue:
- Wooden Chairs – Wooden chairs are perfect for a rustic barn. They add warmth and texture to any room.
- Flowers – Flowers are a classic way to add colour to your eco-friendly wedding venue. Choose flowers that complement each other and match the theme of your special day.
- Candles – Candles are a romantic touch that adds ambience to any setting. Consider using candles in different sizes and shapes to create a unique feel.
- Table Settings – Table settings are essential at weddings. Use tablecloths and napkins to create a formal look.
- Bouquets – Bouquets are also a must-have decoration for a wedding venue. Create bouquets from natural materials like dried grasses, twigs, and branches.
- Seating - Seating plans are a fun idea for a rustic wedding venue. You can choose between square tables and round tables.
To not miss a detail in your decorations, use the wedding checklist tool we've created for you. Set a budget and time for each task, and turn your entire venue into a magical spot!
Where to Find the Best Country Wedding Venues in NSW
You can find stunning NSW wedding venues ideal for a rustic celebration in almost all cities because this province covers a large area full of beautiful countryside. We have listed the most popular places where you can find country-style venues to make your search easier: