Orchards at Spring Vale Farm
Situated merely 1.5 hours away from Melbourne, this surreal, originally 1860s, bluestone homestead is enveloped with marvellous apple orchards, and hence, the name- Orchards at Spring Vale...
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Rochford Wines
Rochford Wines is an elegant function venue that is situated at the peak of the magnificent Yarra Valley. The facility is celebrated for its luscious food and excellent wines, which have...
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Toorongo River Chalets
Toorongo River Chalets is a breathtaking choice if you are looking for an outdoor wedding. The venue takes you 1.5 hours to get to from Melbourne. It has 165 acres, and accompanying it is a...
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Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill
Lancemore Lindenderry Red Hill is a fantastic boutique European style venue that is eco-friendly in the countryside. The garden and hotel venue was established to give couples the best...
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Pietro Gallo Estate
Forty-five minutes out from Melbourne, Pietro Gallo Estate brings a bit of the Tuscan countryside to couples with a dream of a toned Italian wedding. The Warrandyte Hills that surround the...
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Bonfire Station
If you are interested in a close and personal wedding affair in the country, Bonfire Station is definitely for you. Bonfire Station Farmstay and Microbrewery is a 1000 acre property that is...
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Carlei Estate
Carlei Estate is a rustic winery and vineyard situated just 50 kilometres from Melbourne CBD in the rolling hills of Upper Beaconsfield. Celebrate your wedding with a panoramic backdrop of...
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Tramonto Kitchen Badgers Brook Winery
Set in Victoria Wine region, Tramonto Kitchen and Bar at Badgers Brook Winery is a vineyard wedding lover’s delight. It is sixty minutes out from Melbourne and as you make way is marshalled...
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Witchmount Estate Function Centre
Witchmount Estate is a luxurious events centre that is located just 30 minutes away from Melbourne. It was established in 1991, and you can choose here for all kinds of events related to...
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Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park
Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park is a palatial wedding venue set aside for those couples that love grand and exquisite ceremonies. Werribee, 32 km south-west of Melbourne's Central...
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Quirindi Stables
Quirindi Stables is a family-owned farm is situated just 10-15 minutes from Daylesford and Creswick and only 60-65 minutes from Melbourne. Quirindi is a rustic and country venue with a...
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Tahbilk Wines
Situated at 240 O’Neil roads, Nagambie Victoria, Tahbilk Winery is a unique, beautiful place for you to have your wedding ceremony. Tahbilk means a place of many water holes. Being in the...
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Eagle Ridge Weddings
Sitting on the famed Mornington Peninsula is the spectacular Eagle Ridge wedding venue that is only one hour away from Melbourne. Eagle Ridge is a mix of beach, winery, and natural beauty...
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East Elevation
Soaked in natural light, the greenery surrounding this modern warehouse and style space evokes an ambience of the quintessential Australian countryside. The rustic, pastoral beauty of East...
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Tokar Estate Winery
Tokar Estate Winery is situated at the heart of Yarra Valley. The establishment is family-owned, and it operates as a winery, restaurant, and cellar door. This venue with award-winning...
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Vue on Halcyon
With beautiful views of the Yarra Valley, Vue on Halcyon is a wedding destination situated just 35 minutes away from Melbourne and has been in service since 2010. This wedding venue is...
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Roombas @ Mt Aitken
Roombas @Mt Aitken is a gorgeous wedding venue with beautiful locations for wedding photoshoots. Located at a 35 minutes’ drive from Melbourne CBD, Roombas @ Mt Aitken provides a rustic and...
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The Refectory Werribee Park by Bursaria
The Refectory is an events venue that is situated in 10 acres of garden and only 30 minutes away from Melbourne. The venue has been renovated recently and now features some of the stylish...
Sandhurst Club
The Sandhurst Club is one of the most excellent golf courses in Victoria. The Club also doubles as a premier events and functions location in Melbourne. With its stunning acres of golf...
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Kirwan's Bridge Estate
Kirwan's Bridge Estate is a fantastic restaurant and cafe located in Kirwans Bridge Road, Side of Lake Nagambie, Victoria. It's been an attractive place for guests to enjoy delicious meals...
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RACV Healesville Country Club
Established at the Yarra River, RACV Healesville Country Club wedding venue is a spectacular wedding venue with a breathtaking view of the Great Dividing Range. It is a very accessible...
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ALTO Event Space
ALTO Event Space provides far-reaching sight of the city, with massively high ceilings amounting to 30-foot, spectacular floor to ceiling glass walls and a stylish industrial appearance...
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Dalywaters Rose Garden & Chapel
The Garden Chapel is a fascinating Mornington Peninsula wedding venue on Bungower Road. This place remains an intriguing wedding venue for couples who will love to have an intimate romantic...
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Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm
Spread in over 100 acres of land, Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm is a beautiful wedding venue. The farm is home to various animals and was built in the 1860s as a Homestead. It has an online...
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Little Church
The Little Church wedding venue is located at Spring Hills and is a one hour drive from Melbourne CBD. It has a beautiful and rich history as it was built in the 1890s. Originally known as...
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Collingwood Children's Farm
Situated at the Birraung Banks and only four kilometres away from Melbourne CBD, Collingwood Children’s Farm is a rustic venue. This establishment dates back to 1979, and their grounds have...
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Friendly Garden
Friendly Garden weddings which are affordable are a green outdoor space that is situated in Langwarrin. The venue has a rustic appearance that will give you a stunning gazebo feature that...
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Yeowarra Hill Winery
Located in Geelong, The Yeowarra Hill Winery is a fantastic vineyard reception centre, presenting panoramic views of The Warrion Hills and the Lake Colac. At the same time, the front yard...
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Emu Bottom Homestead
Epicurean Emu Bottom or the Emu Bottom Homestead wedding venue is one of the most ancient venues in Victoria. It was established in 1836 and had a beautiful location of Macedon Ranges with...
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Saint Agnes
Saint Agnes, Daylesford is a scenic heritage property placed in Kyneton in the Macedon Ranges. Re-established to its original appeal, providing a unique wedding place including lodging on a...
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Ballarat Provedore
Ballarat Provedore is a restaurant situated in Gold Rush Country, Ballarat. This restaurant has a rustic charm décor with beautiful features and can accommodate either cocktail style or...
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King Parrot Cottages and Event Centre
King Parrot Cottages and events centre is a 200-acre property situated on the northern side of the Pennyroyal Valley in Victoria. It is far an hour from Geelong and just 25 minutes drive...
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Fowles Wine
Fowles Wine, also known as Fowles Cellar Door, is Victoria’s best Tourism Winery located at the foothills of the stunning Strathbogie Ranges, Central Victoria. Being the 'Star Cellar Door’...
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Dalywaters Rose Garden & Chapel
We are a beautiful Mornington Peninsula wedding venue. Romantic garden wedding ceremonies in the charming open garden chapel. Walk down the 60-metre vine covered aisle amongst thousands of...
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Hydrant Food Hall
Located at a renovated heritage warehouse within the CBD of Ballarat, Hydrant Food Hall serves as an exquisite restaurant during the day, while hosting marvellous events at night. Offering...
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Potters Receptions
Potters Receptions wedding venue is situated on 6 acres of an enchanting garden. This venue is located 20 minutes drive away from Melbourne, making it ideally convenient to many. This...
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Hanrahan Estate
Hanrahan Estate is reminiscent of a European countryside with its vine-strewn rolling hills that are complemented by a European timber barn. The prime estate was established in Gruyere in...
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Mewburn Park Homestead
Spread over 400 acres of beautiful land, the Mewburn Park Homestead is a stunning wedding location that offers you a calm and serene wedding. Located in Melbourne CBD’s east, The Mewburn...
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The Burrow
The Burrow wedding venue is a picturesque and stunning location for the couples who wish to have a relaxed and comfortable wedding. The Burrow, Daylesford is a barn style wedding space in...
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The Gables
The Gables is a traditionally decorated luxury wedding venue that is situated in Finch Street, Malvern East. This country manor house is the perfect spot for garden ceremonies, wedding...
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Add your VendorCountry Wedding Venues in Victoria for Laid-Back Weddings
If you are planning an elegant wedding day in Victoria, you should know that there are many country wedding venues available for you, from a private estate and a historic 1930s cottage to historic wineries and venues with elegant water features. This wedding ceremony and reception venues offer a laid-back atmosphere, gorgeous gardens, an idyllic setting and pristine lawns where you can enjoy an intimate gathering without worrying about anything else.
There are many reasons people choose these venues for their weddings. Some of them include:
- They have beautiful outdoor event options with lush lawn spaces, awesome views, beautiful gardens, an abundance of photography opportunities and dedicated wedding coordinators to ensure your wedding reception goes without a hitch.
- They provide ample space for guests with their manicured gardens with ancient oak trees, outdoor ceremony locations with amazing views of rolling hills, and indoor event venues with a dedicated team and modern features.
- They provide overnight accommodation for the newlyweds and onsite accommodation for the guests for a wedding weekend filled with fun wedding festivities.
- They are located near great restaurants, shops, galleries, wineries, breweries and more.
- Their culinary team and staff are friendly and professional. They will help you plan every detail of your special day.
- They offer customisable wedding packages that suit all budgets and styles.
- They are often family-owned and operated, so you can be sure that they care about your big day as much as you do.
Best Time to Have a Rustic Wedding in Victoria
If you are planning a rustic wedding in Victoria, you should know that there are some best times to have one. It is always better to plan a rustic wedding in the warmer months because this way, you can enjoy the outdoors without worrying about the weather.
Also, if you want to avoid any problems with the venue, you should choose a place with a lot of natural light. If you are planning a summer wedding, you should consider selecting a location that views the ocean or mountains.
If you are looking for a winter wedding, you should choose an indoor venue with a fireplace or woodstove. If you don't mind spending money, you could also hire a fire pit for your wedding.
Last but not least, you can use our free weather tool to learn how the weather will be on your special day and take all the necessary precautions against inclement weather. You can ask your rustic wedding venue to prepare an indoor space to move your event, or you can rent a full-size wedding tent.
How to Find Affordable Rustic Wedding Venues in Victoria
If you plan to have a rustic wedding in Victoria, you should know about the many affordable rustic venues available in this beautiful city. These venues offer various options for country wedding, including barns, cottages, farmhouses, wineries, and more.
First, you should set a wedding budget and determine how much you can spend on your rustic venue. Then, keep that budget in mind when searching for the perfect setting. We recommend opting for an all-inclusive package with everything you need, from a wedding photographer to decorations and food.
You can consider having a daytime event. Since most couples prefer evening receptions, you can hire your country wedding venue at discounted rates. The same also applies to the winter and weekday celebrations.
For your dress, you can rent one or buy a second-hand gown. Instead of a sit-down dinner, consider renting a food truck offering delicious fast food, such as hotdogs, pizza, hamburgers etc. Additionally, you can cut down on transportation costs by having your ceremony and reception at the location.
Last but not least, don't forget to ask what services are included in the final price. Is there a cutting fee for your wedding cake? Is onsite parking free? And many other details.
Where to Find the Best Country Wedding Venues in Victoria
In almost all the cities within this large province, you will find beautiful Victoria wedding venues that are ideal for rustic celebrations. This is because it covers such a large area located in the countryside. Listed below are a few popular places to find country-style venues to help you narrow down your search: