Destination Weddings
You can have it all
Whether you have family based in Auckland, around New Zealand, or you are wanting an overseas wedding for your guests to attend, we have the perfect all-in-one location to celebrate your special destination wedding.
If you are looking to hold a cultural celebration or a traditional western-style wedding, a small and intimate wedding or a large celebration, our team have plenty of experience in creating the perfect occasion for you and your guests.
Destination Wedding Features
All-in-one location
Make the most of your special day
Located just 25 minutes from Auckland City, we have a slice of paradise situated in the heart of Kumeu’s wine-making district. With 10 acres of manicured gardens and water features, we have nine ceremony locations for your to choose from, plus a purpose-built venue. This allows you to make the most of every minute on your special day, with our all-in-one location.
To top this off, we have incredible garden backdrops that provide a stunning variety of photos for your wedding album, meaning you don’t have to leave your guests and go offsite for photos.
An easy per person price
Simple and no hidden extras
Planning a wedding from overseas can be hard enough, so we’re here to help. Our wedding package is a simple, per person price that is inclusive of venue hire, food and beverages, so you know exactly what you are paying for.
When booking a destination wedding, you can also receive the benefits of booking a weekday wedding or taking advantage of shoulder-dates to long holiday weekends with lower per person prices. With guests travelling from out of town, or overseas to celebrate with you, you won’t have to worry about work the next day.
Planning from overseas
An experienced team here to help
With over 55 years’ experience in weddings and events, our team know how to plan a successful wedding. From initial venue tours with trusted friends or family with a virtual tour, to conducting planning meetings over the phone or virtually. Our team have all the experience and guidance you need to make this process as seamless as possible for you.
Over the years’ we have also built up a great network with some of Auckland’s top wedding vendors including, photographers & videographers, cake makers, wedding celebrants and DJ’s & bands. We would be happy to point you in the right direction with our list of recommended suppliers, all of whom come highly recommended by our previous couples.
We have it all nearby
Enjoy Auckland's finest activities so close to our estate
When planning a destination wedding, it is ideal to be stay close to your wedding venue. As part of our recommended suppliers, we also have a number of hotels/motels, AirBnB’s, retreats and boutique cottages that are situated within a close drive to our estate. You and your guests can enjoy Nor-west Auckland with easy access to the CBD and wider-Auckland region.
If you are looking for some pre-wedding or post-wedding activities in the area, we are lucky to also be surrounded by a number of award-winning vineyards, black sand beaches and forest activities, such as horse-riding, paintball and quad biking, all within a short drive from Kumeu.
What our customers have to say
Destination Weddings FAQ
What currency would we be charged in and do you include local taxes?
All of our pricing is in New Zealand Dollars (NZD) and is inclusive of GST.
We have friends and family who are unable to attend. Can we still include them in the day?
Yes you can. There are many ways to include guests unable to attend on your wedding day. We have two large LCD screens in our venue that you can play pre-recorded videos and speeches through, or arrange a live stream for your wedding.
Do you have accommodation onsite?
We don’t have any accommodation onsite, however we have many accommodation providers nearby. These can be found here.
Do you offer a full wedding planning service?
As part of our package, we do include a wedding coordinator who can assist you when planning your wedding onsite. Our team can help you with a timeline, menu selections, table decor and more, however if you are looking for an overall wedding planner, we do have some great contacts we can put you in touch with.
Book a Viewing
Contact us to reserve a time to visit our beautiful venue. We will show you around the grounds including a tour of our ceremony locations and reception room, discuss our wedding package and show you plenty of photos.
Contact us on (09) 412 8608 or send an enquiry through this form.