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, the choice is all yours.

Wedding weekends, giving family and friends more time together to share the love and laughter that memories are truly made of.

the offering

  • 2mins drive or 10mins walk along a bush/river/waterfall boardwalk (public access) to sandy Matheson Bay beach for photographs under the Pohutukawas

  • Luxury toilet trailer

  • 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 fine dining catering or more casual catering options

  • 3 day exclusive venue hire

  • 4.5-acre immaculate terraced lawns; ideal for marquees, gazebos or tepees

  • The services of experienced wedding co-ordinator, Samantha Letham

  • Capacity for up to 150 guests

  • Tried and tested partner vendor recommendations

  • Several locations for the wedding ceremony, including the stunning lily pond with cute white rowing boat

  • Natural lighting and numerous places for wedding photographs including a sea view terrace

  • Atmospheric copper lighting designed with evening photography in mind

  • BYO and no corkage charges

  • Coach turning and parking

  • Heli-pad

  • Luxury boutique accommodation for the married couple at Songbird Cottage

Please note that a marquee is not included in the package and pricing. We provide you with details of our partner vendors for you to choose and hire your own style and size marquee.

STAY WITH US

 

Songbird Cottage is within the grounds of Songbird Retreat and easy walking distance to the wedding venue. A luxurious bridal suite offering 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.

 
 
“Writing this on the way home from an incredible weekend stay at Songbird Retreat. Even better than the pictures, truly such a peaceful and unforgettable stay here in Leigh. ”
— Ashleigh
 

Brochure & Pricing

Songbird host a limited number of weddings each season and peak weekends book up fast. Request your copy of our weddings brochure and pricing now for packages information and sample itineraries.

We look forward to sharing our slice of garden paradise with you on your special day.