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North Coast NSW Wedding Venues

Looking for a wedding venue on the North Coast of NSW? These North Coast wedding venues include unique locations from beachside hotels & coastal retreats to inland farms and private properties. On this list you'll find places with golden sand beaches, private estates, ceremony & reception venues with ocean views and secluded bushland retreats.

Here are 22 highly recommended wedding venues on the North Coast, NSW.

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22 North Coast Wedding Venues

1. Goolawah Retreat

Location: 288 Point Plomer Rd, Crescent Head NSW 2440
Capacity: 30 - 150
Sleeps: 32 + camping
Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

Surrounded by 28 acres of native bushland and with stunning ocean views, Goolawah Retreat is a relaxed and affordable wedding destination for a weekend away with family & friends. The property features 5 refurbished cottages and there's more accommodation along the nearby coastline. Camping is permitted onsite.

The owners of Goolawah Retreat have constructed a new wedding reception venue pavilion that seats 90 guests or caters for cocktail functions of up to 120. You get exclusive use of the entire property including all accommodation and amenities for the weekend. Simply choose your own suppliers. Pet friendly. No neighbours. No curfew.

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2. The Oasis Micro Wedding Resort

Location: 5 Koala Place, Boat Harbour, NSW 2316
Capacity: 80
Accommodation: Sleeps 50
Wedding Packages: BYO

The Oasis is a magical little wedding resort located 600 metres from One Mile Beach in the Mid North Coast region of Port Stephens. The all inclusive venue is situated on 5 acres of beautiful rainforest and lush tropical gardens with billabongs and water features surrounding a choice of hidden ceremony venues and 9 cabins that sleep up to 50 guests.

For wedding receptions the resort has a large rainforest deck that seats up to 80 guests and a smaller function room with polished timber floors. Venue hire includes exclusive use of the entire resort for 2 nights with all accommodation.

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3. Midginbil Eco Resort

Location: 252 Midginbil Rd, Midginbil, NSW 2484
Capacity: 150
Accommodation: Sleeps 70 - 150
Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

Midginbil Eco Resort is a budget-friendly 3 day wedding venue on the far North Coast of NSW. The 400 acre country property is located in sub tropical rainforest and has expansive 360° views across surrounding national park. Conveniently located near Byron Bay, Midginbil offers a unique wedding experience where your entire guest list stay with you for a relaxed weekend getaway.

The affordable venue hire fee includes exclusive use of the entire property with access to 3 ceremony sites, a reception barn with outdoor area and recreation spaces including a bonfire area, swimming pool, tennis and volleyball.

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4. The Lodge At Mount Rivers

Location: 38 Lawrences Road, Mount Rivers, NSW 2311
Capacity: 250
Accommodation: Sleeps 16 + camping
Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

The Lodge at Mount Rivers is an exclusive wedding destination nestled on a 200 acre mountain escape between Forster and the Hunter Valley. The luxury 6 bedroom/4 bathroom homestead is situated on the banks of the Peterson River and with spacious lawns overlooking lush green hills is an idyllic location for country weddings under the stars.

Venue hire at The Lodge includes a minimum two night stay with accommodation for 16 guests plus camping. Marquee hire packages are available although not required for smaller weddings with up to 25-30 guests. The property has fishing spots, swimming holes, bike trails and secluded picnic spots to discover, and plenty of paddock space to bring your horse.

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5. Tides Byron Estate

Location: 290 North Teven Road, Teven, NSW 2478
Capacity: 140
Accommodation: Sleeps 22
Wedding Packages: Tailored

Tides Byron Estate is a 100 acre macadamia farm located in the tropical North Coast near Byron Bay. The expansive property features a brand new, fully furnished & licensed reception venue with an amazing glass wall that offers incredible views over the macadamia orchard to the Tweed Coastline.

Also at Tides is a luxury 8 bedroom villa that sleeps up to 22 guests and has a poolside entertaining space suitable for pre & post wedding events.

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6. Goosewing Cottage

Location: 1194 Mount View Rd, Mount View, NSW 2325
Capacity: 20
Accommodation: Sleeps 12
Elopement packages: $3,295+

Goosewing Cottage is a micro wedding farm that specialises in all inclusive elopement packages for 2 - 20 guests. The picturesque property is surrounded by lush green paddocks and rolling hills near the Hunter Valley and comes with optional onsite accommodation in two cottages including one with a pool.

Elopements are offered Monday - Thursday and packages start at an affordable $3,295 including a choice of popular local celebrants and the services of an award winning photographer. All legals are done for you, you get a copy of all high resolution images and extras including flowers, video and hair & makeup are easily added on.

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7. Footprints Farm

Location: 192 Jones Road, Eungai Rail, NSW 2441
Capacity: 100
Accommodation: Sleeps 100
Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

Footprints Farm is located half way between Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour on 300 acres of secluded countryside where horses graze in paddocks, 80 species of bamboo are farmed and campers congregate around a 5 acre spring fed lake.

Situated well off-the-grid and reliant on solar power, the property welcomes a handful of destination weddings each year well suited to a relaxed, lakeside camping experience. Owner Lucy and her Border Collie Chile recommend outdoor celebrations but can also seat up to 80 guests in a commercial sized green house or 50 under two tipis.

There are luxe bathroom amenities for campers plus accommodation for 20 guests in a retro caravan, hangout cabin (aka the bridal suite) and glamping tents.

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8. Wallaringa Farm

Location: 321 Wallaringa Road, Wallaringa, NSW 2420
Capacity: 12
Accommodation: Sleeps 8
Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

This modern country homestead is a private wedding venue for intimate nuptials & elopements in the rolling hills of Dungog Shire. The 3 bedroom house sleeps up to 8 guests for two nights and has a covered deck for all-weather ceremonies & sunset drinks overlooking the Wallaringa horses grazing in surrounding paddocks.

Wallaringa Farm offers venue hire for DIY weddings and also has an all inclusive package for elopements from $5,500 with a celebrant, photographer & a two night stay.

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9. Nelson Bay Lighthouse

Location: Lighthouse Road, Nelson Bay, NSW 2315
Capacity: 100

The Nelson Bay Lighthouse is a wedding ceremony venue located at Inner Light Reserve on the mid north coast. The hidden garden is one of the best oceanfront places to get married on the coast and has views to Shoal Bay Beach and the Tomaree & Yacaaba Headlands.

Affordable venue hire fees start at $550 for micro weddings and include the complete ceremony set up, styling and a delightful wedding planner who arranges everything for you. There's plenty of car parking spots onsite and several affordable reception venues within a short drive.

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10. The Retreat Port Stephens

Location: 4302 Nelson Bay Rd, Anna Bay NSW 2316
Capacity: 70 - 100
Accommodation: Sleeps 91
Wedding Packages: Flexible. Venue hire + BYO or inclusive

The Retreat is a beach wedding venue that backs onto the largest living sand dunes in the Southern Hemisphere. Wedding options include mid week elopements or you can book the entire retreat for the exclusive use of your wedding (which requires an accommodation booking for 70+ guests).

The Retreat is located on the Mid North Coast just 3 minutes to the Anna Bay shops but feels secluded and private within surrounding bushland. Most couples get married against the rustic bush backdrop, have photos in the sand dunes and host an outdoor reception. A function room is included in your booking.

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11. Longview Farm

Location: 95 Longview Cl, Caffreys Flat, NSW 2424
Capacity: 16 - 120
Accommodation: Sleeps 16 + glamping/camping
Wedding Packages: 3 day venue hire from $14,000 (less midweek)

Longview Farm is a private property that you can hire for weddings on the Mid North Coast. The all-in-one riverside location features a luxury rotating house, deluxe glamping and camp ground where your entire guest list can stay with you for a weekend away in the Manning Valley.

The 80 acre North Coast property has a 1km river frontage where there's several waterfront & farm backdrops for your wedding ceremony. Reception venues include a large open-sided rustic barn, an outdoor lawn games area or you can hire a marquee. Wedding packages include all decorations and furnishings, simply BYO catering and drinks. Late curfew.

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12. Stanley Park

Location: 77 Fullerton Cove Rd, Fullerton Cove, NSW 2318
Capacity: 200
Accommodation: Sleeps 15
Wedding Packages: 2023 venue hire is $8,500

Stanley Park is one of the grandest waterfront estates along the northern coastline of NSW. The 28 acre property features an 8 bedroom Victorian style homestead and a rustic American style wedding barn that seats 130 with space for a dance floor.

Most couples get married under the beautiful old fig tree as it has shade for your guests, but there are 6+ other backdrops to choose from including the waterfront. Venue hire includes exclusive use of the grounds & barn with the option to add the homestead to your wedding package. Catering additional by Sprout Catering.

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13. The Banksias

Location: 1126 Point Plomer Rd, Crescent Head, NSW 2440
Capacity: 12 - 120
Accommodation: Sleeps 18 + glamping
Wedding Packages: 3 night minimum from $12,500

The Banksias is a luxury private property and North Coast wedding venue located on its own private waterway. The estate features 8 luxury bedrooms, a 9 hole golf course and private floodlit tennis court. Available for exclusive use and extended stays.

You can choose from all-inclusive or BYO wedding packages. There is a waterfront arbor, purpose built wedding shed and lots of indoor + outdoor communal areas suitable for smaller weddings. The owners have glamping tents available that can be set up prior to your arrival.

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14. Saltwater Fingal Bay

Location: level 1/3 Marine Dr, Fingal Bay, NSW 2315
Capacity: 150
Accommodation: Available nearby
Wedding Packages: All inclusive from $135/pp

Saltwater Fingal Bay is an idyllic waterfront reception venue in the northern coastal region of Port Stephens. The restaurant & deck provide an all in one location for wedding ceremonies and receptions overlooking the stunning coast and beach line.

The restaurant is an airy and bright space with high ceilings and a Hamptons style decor. Wedding packages include a ceremony on the outdoor deck overlooking the beach and use of the deck and restaurant for you wedding reception. Plenty of accommodation is available in this destination holiday region.

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15. Paradise Botanical Gardens

Location: Kulnura - Central Coast, NSW
Capacity: 230
Accommodation: Sleeps 8
Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

Paradise Botanical Gardens is one of the most unique wedding venues on the North Coast of NSW. The privately owned gardens are set across 230 pristine acres of wilderness area and feature a collection of heritage architecture that offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop for outdoor ceremonies and wedding receptions.

The affordable venue hire fee includes 3 days access to the grounds to set up and style your wedding. Venues include Roman Colums, a covered courtyard nestled amongst lush foliage and a marquee lawn in a lakefront setting. Glamping may be permitted on request and there is a farmhouse that sleeps 8.

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16. Valhalla Estate

Location: 3834 Nelson Bay Rd, Bobs Farm, NSW 2316
Capacity: 12 - 150
Accommodation: Sleeps 15
Wedding Packages: All inclusive

Valhalla Estate is a family owned & operated restaurant, bar and coastal wedding venue on working farmland in Anna Bay. Valhalla at The Spruce Estate is home to the renowned 'Anna Bay Tomatoes' and provides the North Coast area with fresh veggies year round.

The picturesque wedding estate offers unique spots for ceremonies onsite and the reception venue in the atmosphere-rich restaurant.

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17. Bombah Point

Location: 969 Bombah Point Rd, Bombah Point, NSW 2423
Capacity: 35
Accommodation: 6 Cottages
Wedding Packages: DIY/BYO

Eco-conscious 4.5 star wedding venue surrounded by bushland and wildlife in Myall Lakes on the Mid North Coast of NSW. Small communal reception space to suit weddings of 20 - 35 guests with fully stocked kitchen and adjacent veggie and herb garden. 6 cottages provide accommodation located a short walk to the beach.

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18. The Greenhouse Eatery

Location: Port Stephens - North Coast, NSW
Capacity: 200
Accommodation: Available nearby
Wedding Packages: All Inclusive

Located within a 135-hectare conservation area, The Greenhouse is an eco-friendly wedding location with extensive grounds, multiple ceremony spots and plenty of photo opportunities. A budget-friendly all-in-one wedding venue.

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19. Nelson Bay Golf Club

Location: 57 Dowling St, Nelson Bay NSW 2315
Capacity: Seated 180, Standing 230
Accommodation: Available on the North Coast
Wedding Packages: All inclusive

Nelson Bay Golf Club is an all in one wedding venue near the Tomaree National Park on the state's northern coastline. The course is surrounded by native bush and wildlife with lots of picturesque spots for wedding photos onsite, which you are driven to on golf carts.

Ceremony places include a dedicated bushland site near the 20th tee and a large balcony which overlooks the 9th green with views to Tomaree mountain. Two adjoining function rooms & courtyard cater for weddings of 60 to 145 guests and there is a private dining 'Boardroom' the seats 8 guests for micro weddings and elopements.

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20. River View Island

Location: 841 Rodeo Dr, Tewinga NSW 2449
Capacity: 150
Accommodation: Sleeps 76
Wedding Packages: 2 Day stays. All inclusive + DIY/BYO

River View Island is a unique 70 acre wedding destination in the Nambucca Valley region of the North Coast. The picturesque riverfront location caters perfectly for weekend-long weddings with two cottages sleeping 15 guests onsite (1 with stunning views across the river) and glamping tents for 12. Free camping is permitted for up to 50 people & there are portable amenities.

Ceremony areas include waterfront and secluded garden spots that are shaded under tree canopies. The barn is a luxe-rustic reception venue that can also be utilised as a wet weather ceremony venue. All furniture is included with venue hire and your hosts set up & pack down for you.

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21. Kings Creek Retreat

Location: 84 Kings Creek Road, Krambach, NSW 2429
Capacity: 30
Accommodation: Sleeps 26
Wedding Packages: Micro weddings from $6,600

Kings Creek Retreat is a micro wedding venue on a Mexican themed farm stay located 30 minutes inland from the beaches of Forster. Up to 26 wedding guests can stay onsite in cabins, vans and glamping tipis for the weekend with exclusive use of the entire property and a relaxed pizza reception included in the wedding package.

Kings Creek Retreat features landscaped gardens, manicured lawns and outdoor event lighting making it an ideal place for an outdoor wedding on the North Coast.

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22. Heaven Gardens

Location: 332 Lemon Tree Passage Rd, Salt Ash NSW 2318
Capacity: 120 Seated, 150 Cocktail
Accommodation: Available nearby
Wedding Packages: 3 day hire

Heaven Gardens is an affordable DIY & BYO wedding venue in Port Stephens on the Mid North Coast. There are 5+ acres of tranquil garden rooms featuring 20 different themed spaces. Expect manicured curved lawns, lush greenery, rainforest boardwalks and more instagram worthy photo backdrops than you could fill a wedding album with.

The set venue hire fee provides exclusive property access for 3 days providing plenty of time to create your ideal wedding set up. The grounds are well suited to micro weddings, casual festival style weddings as well as lavish garden parties. The Pavilion has an adjoining dance floor and can be utilised as a wet weather ceremony backup and a covered reception venue. Newcastle Airport is a 6 minute drive away.

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23. Tanilba House

Location: 32 Caswell Cres, Tanilba Bay, NSW 2319
Capacity: 90
Accommodation: Sleeps 4
Wedding Packages: $9,500 for 50 guests

Tanilba House is a heritage listed homestead on 3 acres of coastal gardens in the beautiful Port Stephens area. The beachfront property is ideally suited to weddings of 40 - 70 guests and offers all inclusive ceremony + reception packages in a choice of indoor or outdoor spaces.

A unique reception venue at Tanilba House is the incredible outdoor arbour where you can set up long table dining in the open air and enjoy the seaside views.

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North Coast Weddings

The North Coast of NSW offers a wide choice of picturesque wedding locations along the coastline as well as in secluded inland areas. Here are the top wedding destinations on the North Coast of NSW:

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