Garden Wedding Venues Melbourne
Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting days in anyone’s life. When it comes to selecting a venue, making the decision between an indoor ceremony and an outdoor can be difficult. There are benefits associated with both, but garden wedding ceremony options are quite popular.
We have extraordinary outdoor ceremony locations, each with breathtaking scenery. Set in the foothills of the Yarra Valley, our estate exudes charm and romance. We are one of Melbourne’s most loved garden wedding venues. With our stunning lakeside backdrop, exceptional service, and delicious food, we ensure that your big day is memorable.
Venue Features
Seating:
100 people plus 60 standing
Decorations:
Aisle flowers & bows, 4 floral pillars, and Red carpet entrance to chapel
Standing Room:
60 people plus 100 seated
Sound:
Sound system for your music and inbuilt microphones
Celebrate Your Wedding in A Stunning Garden Estate
Raise a toast in our courtyard’s enchanting ambience, where twilight sets the stage for unforgettable memories. Experience the magic of a sunset at our lakeside gazebo, adorned with fairy lights, creating a romantic backdrop for your outdoor ceremony.
Located just 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD, Ballara Receptions is a breathtaking estate with three acres of secluded English-style gardens and a picturesque lake and gazebo. As a business with over 35 years in operation, we’re dedicated to helping couples create their dream wedding day. Our passionate team is here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring you feel supported and at ease throughout the planning process and on the big day itself.
We understand the significance of your wedding day and the mix of excitement and nerves that come with it. While you focus on enjoying the lead-up to your special day, our team will handle all the ceremony and reception details. Whether your style leans towards timeless, whimsical, or vintage, we have the expertise to bring your vision to life. Your dedicated function manager will work closely with you to tailor every aspect of your wedding to suit your unique preferences and needs.
Things you can expect from us:
- Extensive range of garden and room decor options
- Excellent beverage and food menus
- Ample complimentary on-site parking
- Function manager and wedding party concierge for the day
- Undercover veranda for protection against rainy weather
- Perfectly-lit gardens
- Fully air-conditioned and heated indoor spaces
- Access to the entire estate for the duration of your function
What Is Included in Our Garden Wedding Venues?
Are you browsing for romantic garden wedding venues near you in Melbourne? We don’t blame you. The team at Ballara Receptions is here to make your dream wedding come to life.
We are an expert in handling weddings perfectly. Our wedding packages for outdoor ceremonies can include everything from venue, catering, entertainment, and photography. The exact inclusions will vary depending on your choice of package and any special touches you may want to add. Nonetheless, most wedding packages will cover the essentials, such as:
- Culinary Offerings:
- Chef’s selection of canapés on the verandah & foyer
- Three-course gourmet meal with two choices per course served alternating/feasting style/cocktail
- Table Setup & Decor:
- Selection of centrepieces and French white timber cross-back chairs
- Cake table, cake stand, cake knife & toasting glasses
- Choice of three wishing wells for guest cards
- Several easel & frame options to display your seating allocation list & other details
- Wedding Essentials:
- Private wedding suite available from one hour before the ceremony through the reception
- Place cards & wedding favours set for you on the day of your wedding
- In-house sound system, lectern with a microphone
- Venue Amenities:
- Large parquetry dance floor & stage for band or DJ
- Fully air-conditioned & heated premises, including a feature gas fireplace
- Ample on-site parking
Why Ballara Receptions is Your Perfect Garden Wedding Venue in Melbourne?
There’s nothing more peaceful than saying, “I do” under a sun surrounded by lush greenery. With an English garden aesthetic at Ballara, you aren’t limited to indoor ceremonies, and there are several outdoor options alongside our chapel for a wet-weather back-up. You can even personalise your setup in a way that suits your style. Plus, add your choice of pop of colour to make this aesthetic more versatile.
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Unparalleled Garden Setting:
Our lakeside garden is a unique spot for couples to share their love. It also provides a perfect opportunity for magical shots. -
Beyond the Greenery:
Nothing combines romance and tranquillity quite like our garden. Apart from that, our estate also features: -
Entire Estate at Your Feet:
You can either choose to hold your ceremony in our chapel and just have the ceremony or book to have your reception with us as well. As we take care of stunning decor, food, lighting, music, and drinks – all you need to do is enjoy. At our venue, we can make your wedding effortlessly elegant with a hint of modern glam. Plus, you are guaranteed to get some amazing photos in our -
Function Coordinator:
We will provide a function coordinator for your wedding. They will ensure all the minute details are taken care of for your special day.
Are you fond of intimate ceremonies and looking for “chapel wedding venues near you in Melbourne”? If so, Ballara Receptions’ marvellous site can fill you with awe. Call us on (03) 9431 1503 or email us at enquiries@ballarareceptions.com.au to schedule an appointment. Plan a visit to our venue situated at 1435 Main Rd, Eltham, Victoria 3095.
FAQs
Yes, we provide various must-have facilities on-site for your garden wedding ceremony. These include a preferred vendor list, indoor and outdoor ceremony spaces, seating, parking, and many great photo spots.
Ideally, your ceremony venue should be booked 10-12 months in advance. However, this rule always has exceptions, with winter and short-term booking specials offered throughout the year. Contact us to book an appointment and discuss your needs with our function manager.
Yes, of course. You can book an appointment to tour our venue by phone or email. Contact our team, and they will arrange a venue tour for you.
Yes, we have various backup options available in case of inclement weather. A chapel to conduct your ceremony.
As a wedding videographer, I’ve had the pleasure of working at many venues, but this one truly stands out. The staff here is exceptional. Popi, the coordinator, was incredibly thoughtful and went above and beyond to assist me and my team. Eliza, who guided the couple during their session, provided outstanding service—something I’ve rarely seen at other venues. Without a doubt, this place deserves a full 5-star rating!TJ, wedding videographer
We cannot thank Tanya, Ballara Receptions enough for making our wedding day truly unforgettable.A huge thanks to the amazing chefs for preparing such wonderful meals that our guests absolutely loved. Special thanks to Hannah, who consistently checked on us throughout the day and ensured that all our needs were met with such care and attention.As an Asian couple, we deeply appreciate how the Ballara team, especially Tanya went above and beyond to accommodate our traditions, making everything flow seamlessly. From the stunning ceremony setup to the thoughtful creation of envelopes for our guests, every detail was executed with perfection.We would highly recommend Ballara Receptions for their exceptional service, professionalism, and dedication to creating masterpiece weddings.Thank you once again for everything!Warm regards,S & L
We had our wedding at Ballara on the 7 December and it was the most perfect wedding. Ballara made the whole wedding planning so easy and simple. From the initial stages of signing the contract all the way through to the day of the wedding. Never any issues contacting them and they were always more than happy to answer my never ending questions.They go over and beyond for you and are so accommodating.The whole team are incredible. Our guests raved on to us about how amazing the venue itself was as well as how incredible the food was. Special mention to our wedding coordinator Popy and Tiarna who were incredible on the day of the wedding. Popy ensured our wedding day ran smoothly and attended to all our guests. Tiarna was with us the whole night getting us whatever we needed and made sure we were well taken care of. Could not recommend Ballara highly enough for a wedding or any other function. Beyond grateful to them. Thanks for making our special day one we will never forget.
Ballara itself was beautiful. We loved the garden and the ballroom but our coordinator was not accommodating at all. First she made a big deal about us having a DJ and a band. Then we were told we could not display pictures on a projector because they didn't have one. So we specifically bought one, and on the day was told we couldn't use it anyway because there's no space. Then we were not allowed to so entrees during speeches or play the DJ/band while dinner. This pushed us so behind that we only got 1 hour of dancing. Even wasnt allowed to throw my bouqet unless i faced a certain way and as soon as 11PM hit, the lights were turned on. We couldnt even get an extra minute to walk out, even though it was obvious we were farewelling the people on our way out. Would not recommend the venue unless you want to be told what your wedding should and shouldn't look like, with no personal touches.
The team at Ballara were amazing leading up to my wedding day and the entire day. They were so accomodating, communication was excellent and made the wedding planning experience much easier, and everything was coordinated and organised perfectly!The food was amazing, my guests are still talking about the food and the amazing garden and how beautiful the venue is.Thank you to Popy especially, for managing our function smoothly, she was very organised and lovely to work with.I cannot recommend Ballara enough to everyone!
We couldn’t have had the day we had without the ladies in Ballara, my husband and I were so appreciative of all their hard work. What a gorgeous, beautiful place to celebrate your special day. We had no stress in dealing with everyone there. We can't stress enough how happy we are with everything. Thank you so much Ballara!
Where do we start. Ballara is a truly beautiful place to choose as a wedding venue. We had Loretta run our day and she did an amazing job, along with all the staff. The endless backdrop for our photos were phenomenal, the food was divine and everything run like clock work with no stress. We couldn't have asked for a better day!
The venue is gorgeous. It provided us with plenty photo opportunities and it looks absolutely amazing on photos. It's located in a really convenient place too, making it easier for our family and friends to travel. We had our lovely wedding here and we love the support provided by the staff. Special thanks to our function manager Jane. She's really nice, kind, professional and makes things run smoothly. The food is also delicious. All our guests love the food, especially the children who came along with their parents. They really enjoyed their time here. We'd definitely recommend this place to our friends.
