GARDEN WEDDINGS
Inspired by old-fashioned love and romance, this exquisite venue oozes timeless elegance and makes designing a wedding – from modern minimalist event to quintessential country garden fairy-tale – a reality.
A wedding schedule that fits the bride and groom is essential to ensure a relaxed and memorable experience.
At Songbird Retreat the order of the day is an open book… marry in the morning, indulge in a festive feast throughout the day and dance into the night, or arrive by helicopter in the afternoon and enjoy a sunset ceremony followed by a dinner reception.
Why not let the festivities extend to the whole weekend? When the speeches and dancing have ended it doesn’t mean the celebrating does too. Invite those special guests back for a wedding brunch the following day and reminisce about the events of the day before.
Wedding weekends, giving family and friends more time together to share the love and laughter that memories are truly made of.
THE SONGBIRD GARDEN WEDDING SEASON IS FROM LABOUR WEEKEND TO THE END OF APRIL
*Songbird Cottage Intimate Weddings extend throughout the year.
For further information on:
Sample itineraries
Wedding packages
Songbird Retreat only opens its doors for a limited number of weddings and events throughout the year.
OUR FACILITIES
4.5-acre immaculate terraced lawns; ideal for marquees, gazebos or tepees
Suitable for up to 150 guests
Several locations for the wedding ceremony, including the stunning lily pond with cute white rowing boat
Natural lighting and numerous places for wedding photographs
Atmospheric copper lighting designed with evening photography in mind
2mins drive or 10mins walk along a bush/river/waterfall boardwalk (public access) to sandy Matheson Bay beach for photographs under the Pohutukawas
Large toilet trailer to service 150 guests (2024 onwards)
Convenient mains power and bore water supply throughout the venue (NZ drinking standard but we do not advise this)
Easy access to marquee sites for those less able
Shaded hard standing areas for catering gazebo/food truck and toilet trailers
BYO and no corkage charges
Coach turning and parking
Heli-pad
Luxury boutique accommodation for up to 5 guests at Songbird Cottage
The Green Barn, adjacent to Songbird Cottage and a perfect spot for an intimate gathering
Offer of a 2 night stay at Songbird Cottage prior to the wedding day at a reduced price. Perfect for essential planning and preparation or just some time out together
STAY WITH US
Songbird Cottage is within walking distance to the wedding venue and offers newlyweds a chance to slip away at the end of the night and sink into a sumptuous super-king sized bed, without having to leave the premises.
After the last guests disappear and the music fades, relax into a bubble bath for two with only the twinkling stars and moonlit skies above.
There is ample room for the bride, groom or both to spend the night before the wedding and get ready for the big day with the wedding party. Or why not do away with tradition and get ready together then enjoy the walk to friends and family hand-in-hand.
The Green Barn sits adjacent to Songbird Cottage and provides the perfect location for an intimate gathering or micro wedding with your closest family and friends
PLANNING YOUR WEDDING
A wedding planner’s dream, Songbird Retreat offers a stunning canvas where couples can custom design their own special day.
As a boutique blank canvas venue, Songbird Retreat provides the location, stunning gardens and blissful scenery whilst all other event components and essentials are sourced by the bride and groom.
The wedding packages offered include:
Songbird Retreat Garden Wedding for up to 150 guests
Songbird Cottage Intimate Wedding for up to 35 guests
