Montsalvat

Striving to preserve the rich history and charm of Montsalvat, this captivating wedding venue offers couples a plethora of delightful and curious surprises. Sprinkled with glorious gardens, high vaulted ceilings, elegant whitewashed walls, and tastefully adorned artworks by the founder himself — Justus Jorgensen — you can expect nothing less than an all-encompassing, immersive atmosphere. 

There are endless ambient and grand wedding spaces to enjoy, including the handsome Bluestone Chapel, picturesque Ornamental Pool, the heritage-protected Great Hall, light, airy Long Gallery, Great Hall Forecourt, and Great Hall Gallery — each boasting its own unique style and magic. You'll feel swept away to a bygone era of sophisticated architecture, delightfully-textured surfaces, whimsically-hidden faces, and divine artwork. 

The dedicated, passionate Montsalvat wedding coordinators and team will work closely with you to curate the perfect celebration. They will liaise with your suppliers, assist in setting up the space, ensure everything runs to schedule, and offer as much support as needed. Known for their fine attention to detail and over sixty years of combined experience hosting spectacular, personalised weddings — Montsalvat won't disappoint. They offer several comprehensive packages and delicious modern Australian menus to indulge in. 

"Montsalvat provided us with a truly fairytale wedding in every regard. The food was excellent and abundant, the service was five-star, the setting absolutely magical, and the attention to detail was genuinely surprising—the best venue in Victoria." —  Marian.

What you'll love about your wedding at Montsalvat Eltham Victoria: 

• Enchanting wedding settings. Montsalvat boasts an impressive canvas of heritage-listed, fairytale-like wedding spaces you and your guests will adore. The Great Hall Gallery offers polished hard wooden floors, floor-ceiling stained glass, and whitewashed walls. The Great Hall Forecourt is perfect for an outdoor wedding ceremony — surrounded by majestic gardens that fuse European horticulture with Australian native life. The Bluestone Chapel boasts a grand exterior yet humble interior with locally-sourced bluestones handsomely ageing as Montsalvat does. For a more sunshine-soaked space, you may prefer the Long Galley with its stoned arched doorway, polished floors, crackling fireplaces, and large windows. And we can't forget about the Bastian jewel in the crown — the Great Hall — a heritage-protected space pronounced on the Montsalvat hillside, with bewitching gargoyles keeping watch, handcrafted wooden tables, and wrought-iron chandeliers. 
• Comprehensive wedding packages. As an all-in-one wedding venue, you won't have to travel to various destinations for your personalised wedding experience. Montsalvat offers couples several thoughtful packages, including ceremony-only options, ceremony and high tea packages, and glamorous ceremony and reception packages. After your picture-perfect ceremony, you and your guests can wander the mesmerising grounds for those one-of-a-kind photo ops, enjoy canapes in the Long Gallery, and recuperate in your own private bridal suite before enjoying a delightful meal in the Great Hall. 
• Delectable catering options. From delicious plated dining options to cocktail parties, and high tea — there's a style for every couple. Focussed on crafting fine modern Australian menus, the talented Montsalvat culinary team won't disappoint. Enjoy the vibrant bursts of flavour and aesthetically pleasing presentations. 
• Rich history. If you're after a historic venue, you've found it! Built in 1934, this stunning space is pushing ninety years of art, culture, and community. Montsalvat has survived wars, droughts, social and political turmoil, and more! Inspired by the villages of France and Australia's architectural heritage, you get to experience the best of both worlds. Soak up the medieval-European ambience while admiring the tranquil Australian natives. 

What Montsalvat Eltham Victoria weddings are like:

• Exquisite 1934 wedding venue and artist's colony 
• 12 acres of European-inspired established gardens 
• Heritage-protected buildings 
• Stunning, immersive indoor and outdoor wedding settings 
• Delicious menu options 
• Endless mesmerising photo opportunities
• Comprehensive wedding packages 
• Dedicated wedding coordinator 
• Private bridal suite 
• Passionate, attentive team 
• On-site parking 

What's the maximum capacity for weddings at Montsalvat Eltham Victoria? 

Montsalvat's Great Hall Gallery, Great Hall Forecourt, and Long Gallery can accommodate up to 125 guests. The Great Hall can welcome up to 108 guests, while the Bluestone Chapel can house 30 for a more intimate celebration. 

"The location was perfect, the food was delicious, and all Montsalvat team were professional and helpful, reaffirming our belief that Montsalvat is the perfect wedding venue." — Dani + Michael.

About

Established in 1934, Montsalvat is Australia’s oldest continuous artist colony. The Montsalvat art and archive collection contains over 2,000 artworks comprising of a variety of media including paintings, works on paper, sculpture and jewellery. Montsalvat is where wedding dreams are made. Immerse yourself in 12 acres of fairy-tale gardens, surrounding heritage mud brick buildings and cottages, sculptures, and artworks. Whatever your dream, our dedicated event team would love to hear from you!

Cameron Mitris

Event Manager