COUNTRY CHARMER TO TRULY MAKE YOUR OWN
Woolbrook is an historic 1856 bluestone homestead situated just 30 minutes from Geelong. Centuries old monkey puzzles and pines create a perfect backdrop for a marquee-style wedding, with multiple garden surrounds, paddock backdrops and endless opportunities to truly make your day your own. With easy access for marquees, food vans, impressive capacity for 300 people and an always alluring extended 12.30pm curfew, look no further than Woolbrook as your dream wedding destination.
ALL YOU NEED IN A WEDDING VENUE
With its bluestone homestead and generous wrap-around verandas, monkey puzzle tree with sun glinting through its canopy, paddocks stretching to the horizon and sweet-scented garden “rooms”, there are plenty of locations to use as your romantic backdrop.
The passionate team understands that your wedding celebration is a unique event and will make your special day everything you have dreamed it to be.
Making the commitment to marry is a big decision but choosing to celebrate at Woolbrook is easy, and because it is hard to leave your destination wedding near Geelong why not enjoy the first night of your honeymoon tucked away in our gorgeous suite in the Woolbrook homestead or double up the fun with accommodation for you and your wedding party the night before the big day – the space is yours to enjoy right through.
Catering options.
With no set ties to external caterers, dining options with Woolbrook is completely flexible. The dream caterer of your choice is welcome on site to work their magic and delight your guests in your chosen cuisine. Food trucks and dessert vans are also a great addition to this wide-spread and welcoming venue.
Accommodation.
The homestead has five bedrooms onsite and is available for hire for as long as a wedding party require.
Features and benefits.
Woolbrook offers couples personalised service throughout their entire planning journey. With charming character and flexibility, this venue is perfect for those who want something unique for their wedding day.
Home to generations of farmers, Woolbrook is opening its doors to guests to experience country life at its finest.
The perfect combination of history with local bluestone, wood panelling and wide oak floorboards, the best that contemporary life can offer. Stunning artwork and sculptures from Australian artists grace every room. Woolbrook is homely with a big dose of style.
While there take a stroll along the creek while breathing in the scent of river gums, enjoy a glass of wine in front of the open fire, and watch the sun set from the verandah. A tennis court, pool and billiards room is also there all for your entertainment.
Cost: $11,000 package for the ceremony and reception
Size of venue: 300 guests
Indoors/outdoors: There are numerous locations for ceremonies and receptions amongst the homestead gardens at Woolbrook, or the surrounding paddocks. For those wishing to host an indoor event the Woolshed is a perfect backdrop – built in 1856 it has the capacity to host 120 guests sit-down with an outdoor dance floor, or 200 for cocktail style function.
In addition to this, you’ll find numerous smaller areas for interval drinks, whether that’s next to the pool or in a seperate garden.
Distance from Melbourne: 1 hour 20 minutes from Melbourne CBD.
WEDDING STYLES THAT SUIT THIS VENUE
Large and lively, small and intimate or anywhere in between, Woolbrook is yours to sculpt into the size and style that reflects you.
If you want a wedding that truly blows you away, Meg and Michael’s is it. Set against the iconic Woolbrook Homestead, this was an entirely alfresco celebration where every detail felt intentional, yet effortlessly relaxed. The ceremony unfolded on the garden steps – full of love, laughter, and the kind…
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