We absolutely love a farm wedding. A wedding is already magical and unique, but a picturesque farm setting just takes it to that gorgeous next level. And these farm wedding venues in NSW are just perfect for that.
To be a fantastic farm wedding venue, it has to meet two rather large requirements; it has to be a lovely working farm, and it has to be a full-service reception venue as well. These are difficult things to combine and pull off well, but the farms on our list have done this beautifully.
For your idyllic farm wedding you might be looking for:
- Tons of dramatic and luscious scenery and natural backgrounds for photos
- Whimsical farm touches such as hay bales, ancient tractors or horse-drawn carriages
- A refurbished old barn or woolshed for your perfect rustic country celebration, or a perfectly-positioned marquee
- Lots of animals for sweet wedding photos
- A seamless blend of indoors and out, with the ability to dance or relax under a multitude of stars
- All of the creature comforts we need, including protection from the elements and working bathrooms.
- And so much more!
At Easy Weddings, we don’t ask for much, do we?
Top Ten Reception Venues for a Farm Wedding in NSW
Gledswood Homestead
When we talk about the perfect balance of sophisticated reception venue and quaint farm, we are really describing Gledswood Homestead. With years of experience making countless couples happy on the most important day of their lives, this venue is really setting the bar for farm weddings. The restored property has so many backdrops for your wedding album, with both large vistas and tiny intricate details, that your photographer will think they are in heaven.
Glenworth Valley Weddings
The stunning photo gallery from this spectacular wilderness wedding venue will simply blow you away. The property has a number of reception spaces, including the brand-new Valley Events Centre with 180-degree views across the countryside. Situated conveniently at the gateway to the Hunter Valley wine region, this venue showcases locally sourced produce, wines and boutique beers. And if you’ve always imagined a wedding picture with wild horses running through the background, this is your spot.
Summergrove Estate
Perched on the Tweed Coast hinterland and just fifteen minutes from Coolangatta airport is one of Australia’s most exclusive and beautiful wedding locations. The views across the mountains are valleys are second to none, and are complemented by the many photo backdrops provided by the extensive grounds, old vineyard, olive grove, and orchard. Completing this magical setting are the ocean-view chapel, the luxury villas, restaurant and refurbished barn. Arrive by horse, car or helicopter and start your memorable day off right.
Fernbank Farm
This incredible place is both an exquisite award-winning wedding venue and a farm stay destination that is an experience like no other. Offering immaculate gardens and custom built architecture for your ceremony and majestic marquees for your reception, this environment is sophisticated and elegant and rustic all at the same time. You can be transported by historic carriage to their various photo spots and after your wedding spend your first married night together in the on-site accommodation. With a talented event planning and chef to craft your ideal day, you will want for nothing at Fernbank.
Riverside Ranch Retreat
This riverfront estate provides a picturesque canvas for your idyllic wedding day and is located only 6km from Yamba’s beaches. The luxurious riverfront pool and waterfall with wrap-around timber verandah is the ideal entertainment area, while the historic 101-year-old homestead can accommodate your bridal party in style. Further charming country touches include their large barn and horse stables, a magnificent mature fig tree and a dock capturing spectacular sunsets and moonrises over the waterway.
The Hillview Farmstead
Every detail of your fairytale wedding has been considered here. The Hillview Venue has been designed and laid out to create a wedding event that will give you and your guests an event to remember. Your guests will be lead on a beautiful journey of discovery from one location to another creating an element of surprise around every corner. This farm has the space to cater for large gatherings and the accessibility to have marquees of all sizes or the quaintness of a small intimate garden wedding or event.
From the moment you step through the entrance, you will feel the welcoming warmth of the home and bygone era.
Forget Me Not Weddings
Forget Me Not is a magnificent property on the Byron Bay hinterland that is private, serene and has a breathtaking outlook. This working cattle farm overlooks expansive prize-winning gardens and a large body of water, which make just perfect backgrounds to your wedding photo masterpieces. The incredible marquee/tipi is like something out of another world and a definite must-see; check out their enchanting photo gallery today.
Wollombi Barnstay
With a brand new architecturally designed wedding space, there is nothing like this venue in the Hunter Valley. No detail has been overlooked and no expense spared to bring you a timeless blend of sophisticated event and rustic celebration. The elegant timber building boasts a warm but refined European elegance, with soaring ceilings and windows, freestanding fireplace, bar, huge outdoor undercover dancefloor/lounge area, outdoor firepit with integrated lounge seating and entertaining courtyard. With exclusive catering created by Fennel & Co, your guests will be blown away.
Lonely Goat Olives
Celebrate your wedding at one of the most breathtaking venues in the Hunter Valley, the family owned and operated farm, Lonely Goat Olives. Their approach is to keep the cost of your wedding to the minimum by allowing you to bring just about everything yourself: catering, flowers, alcohol, and everything you desire.
The property is both an award-winning olive grove and has a two bedroom cottage which was named one of the ‘best 52 weekend’s getaway’ by Australia’s Sydney Morning Herald national newspaper. Lonely Goat Olives is totally off the electricity grid and other services, perfect for an eco-friendly wedding. For something very different and exceptionally special, you must check out this place.
The Woods Farm
Just minutes from the beaches of Jervis Bay and the cute little beach town of Huskisson sits the storybook Woods Farm. This is a DIY and BYO venue, with a few fun and helpful bonuses thrown in to help you have an epic wedding. With houses and tents for glamping, your entire wedding party can be accommodated here.
The Woods Farm features lots of outdoor fun and games for you and your guests across the property. There is a cute games park which you enter through an old-world door with a pool/soccer pitch, playground, giant chess, giant Jenga, croquet, bocce, skittles, badminton and more. The property comes complete with lots of farm animals including mini cows, ponies, peacocks, ducks, geese, and chickens.
