Dreaming of countryside charm and a leafy backdrop to frame your perfect wedding? Look no further — below are the top Yarra Valley wedding venues we guarantee will create exceptional lifelong memories (and photos).
*Venues ranked by number of Easy Weddings customer reviews on October 10, 2019.
Potters Receptions
With one look at Potters Receptions, it’s clear as day why so many couples dream to host their wedding within its beautiful landscaped gardens. Set in the Yarra Valley, this six-acre property offers couples the unique opportunity to host their entire day in one spectacular location. Ceremonies are hosted either in the property’s chapel or beneath wisteria in the courtyard, and receptions are held in a beautiful dining room equipped complete with French oak chairs, crisp white linen and a romantic waterfall backdrop. It’s the perfect fairy tale venue.
Vines of the Yarra Valley
Boasting 360-degree views of the lush countryside, Vines of the Yarra Valley is understandably one of the region’s most sought-after Yarra Valley wedding venues. A family-run venue, Vines of the Yarra Valley offers outdoor ceremonies and indoor receptions at their modern event space with rustic touches. An executive chef prepares exquisite meals using locally-sourced ingredients.
Immerse Winery
Located within the quiet beauty of Yarra Valley, Immerse Winery prides itself being ‘the ultimate Yarra Valley wedding destination’. The on-site ceremony setting overlooks an ornamental lake and stunning rose gardens. With award-winning wines, Immerse Winery will deliver a truly memorable wedding experience. Rated five stars, Immerse Winery is one of the most popular of Yarra Valley wedding venues. Click here to find out more about this highly sought-after venue.
Zonzo
Situated among the rolling vineyards of the Yarra Valley, Zonzo Estate offers an award-winning wedding venue guaranteed to impress. Priding itself on its traditional Italian ‘shared table’ custom, Zonzo Estate offers a truly unique and welcoming experience for guests of all ages to enjoy. The venue seats 130 guests and tailors any of your requests to make your special day reflect you as a couple. With a plethora of wins in the Restaurant Reception category of the Australian Bridal Industry Awards, both National and Victorian State, Zonzo Estate is the crème of the crop when it comes to Yarra Valley wedding venues.
Montsalvat
If you’re looking for a wedding venue that wows, we cannot recommend Montsalvat enough. Located in Eltham, Victoria, this Yarra Valley wedding venue is best known for its enchanting 12 acres of Heritage Listed buildings and gardens displaying a mix of architectural styles. There’s a number of ceremony settings on-site, seated receptions are hosted in The Great Hall and cocktail parties by the Ornamental Pool. It’s the perfect space! To find out more about Montsalvat, click here.
Inglewood Estate
Nestled in secluded Kangaroo Ground valley, Inglewood Estate offers lakeside weddings surrounded by magnificent gardens. With a chapel on-location, your entire day from start to finish can take place in the one spot. Reception capacity ranges from 60 to 120 guests, and both seated and cocktail events are available. Inglewood Estate is perfect for couples dreaming of antique wedding elegance at this Yarra Valley venue.
Yarra Ranges Estate
Nestled among magnificent gardens and vast vineyards, Yarra Ranges Estate is the go-to venue for rustic romance. Exchange vows beneath a gazebo, or in the idyllic Bluestone Room Chapel, and wander hand-in-hand to your reception. Catering to intimate weddings of 30, and larger guest lists of 150, Yarra Ranges Estate has something for everyone.
Vue on Halcyon
With magnificent views of rolling vines, Vue on Halcyon offers a boutique experience for those chasing a vineyard wedding. With on-site ceremony settings, you and your love need not worry about transport between venues. Wander among the vines, enjoy canapes and pre-wedding drinks in the cellar, and celebrate into the night with 100-150 guests in the Vue. With the property exclusively yours, Vue on Halcyon is the ideal wedding venue in Yarra Valley.
Chateau Yering Historic House Hotel
Chateau Yering Historic House Hotel offers couples use of 250 acres of private land to bring to life the wedding of their dreams. This five-star hotel has it all: ceremony areas, plenty of garden space for lawn games and canapes, endless photo opportunities and award-winning restaurants for receptions. It’s the complete package! Click here to view Chateau Yering Historic House Hotel for yourself.
Killara Estate Winery
Located within 80 acres of magnificent vines and sloping valleys in the Upper Yarra Valley, Killara Estate caters to couples dreaming of a quintessential vineyard wedding. The reception venue seats up to 120 guests — perfect for the more intimate affairs. A boutique venue, Killara Estate Winery offers only one wedding per week, enabling the creation of a unique experience that reflects the couple, and fulfils their wants and needs.
Rochford Wines Yarra Valley
Located in the heart of Victoria’s iconic Yarra Valley, Rochford Wines is easily a favourite among Melbourne couples searching for something a little special for their wedding day. Regarded as a five-star supplier by their customer reviews on Easy Weddings, this Yarra Valley wedding venue is renowned for its impressive wines, rolling vineyards and endless photography opportunities. Rochford Wines caters for weddings of all shapes and sizes, and can accommodate up to 240 seat guests in their restaurant, or up to 500 seated guests in their Mountain View Terrace or Marquee. Whatever you envision for your special day, the dedicated team behind Rochford Wines can create it for you. If you’re searching for a highly reputable Yarra Valley venue, we cannot recommend Rochford Wines enough. Click here to visit their Easy Weddings storefront for more information.
Yarra Valley Estate
Offering rustic romance and charm, Yarra Valley Estate is the ideal location for a relaxed wedding. With garden and indoor ceremony settings on-location, there is no need to jump between venues. Catering to the more intimate weddings, this venue seats up to 100 guests in the main dining room. Perfect for those chasing simplistic charm.
The Little Vineyard
Set on the cusp of Yarra Valley, The Little Vineyard provides an affordable yet exemplary vineyard wedding experience. Family owned and run, this venue offers simplistic beauty with a seasonal menu. Catering to 80 guests seated, or 120 guests cocktail, The Little Vineyard will tailor wedding packages to suit and fulfil your wedding dreams.
Fergusson Winery & Restaurant
Regarded as a five-star supplier by their customer reviews on Easy Weddings, Fergusson Winery could be the Yarra Valley wedding venue you’ve been searching for. Nestled among vines and manicured gardens, this venue is the perfect setting for a fairy tale wedding. Fergusson Winery & Restaurant is a family-owned and operated business, open for over 20 years now, and offers couples the ability to host their ceremony, photoshoot and reception all within the one stunning location. The function room itself can fit up to 50 guests for an intimate celebration, or their rustic restaurant can accommodate up to 150 guests. To find out if Fergusson Winery & Restaurant is the one for you, we recommend reading their glowing customer reviews and finding out why so many couples trusted this gorgeous venue with the wedding of their dreams. See more here.
Fondata 1872
For those hoping to WOW guests with their venue choice, Fondata 1872 is one to consider. This historic wedding venue is best known for its stunning garden ceremonies, spectacular Yarra Valley views, and flexible reception packages featuring the best local produce and delicious in-house catering. It’s the perfect spot for the quintessential Yarra Valley wedding!
Dark Horse Receptions
Located at the gateway of the iconic Yarra Valley, Dark Horse Receptions is the perfect setting for a secluded wedding away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This incredible two-acre property offers couples the complete package with idyllic ceremony settings, endless photo opportunities throughout the beautiful country surrounds, and a reception space complete with onsite catering and state-of-the-art facilities. What more could you ask for?
De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate
Set in the iconic Yarra Valley, De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate is a favourite among Melbourne couples. This venue is renowned for its picturesque surrounds, landscaped gardens and its distant view of the Great Dividing Range. Perfect for a winery wedding, De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate offers couples the unique opportunity to host their ceremony, photoshoot, pre-dinner drinks and canapes, and reception all within the one location – so you and your guests needn’t step foot off the property the entire day! And, with helpful wedding coordinators on hand to assist, you can rest assured your special day at De Bortoli Yarra Valley Estate will run as smoothly as possible. To find out if this highly sought-after Yarra Valley wedding venue is the one for you, we suggest taking a look at their Easy Weddings storefront for more information. See more here.
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