Elmswood Estate

Elmswood Estate Weddings

Elmswood Estate is a beautiful winery wedding venue nestled on a sprawling 25-acre vineyard in the Upper Yarra Valley, just an hour’s drive from Melbourne. This family-owned winery is renowned for its exceptional service, award-winning wines, and exclusive venue use.

It’s clear to see why Elmswood Estate was voted as having “one of the best views in the Yarra Valley” by Tourism Victoria. The estate offers four venue spaces to choose from and will take your breath away with its stunning views over the vine-clad hills of the Yarra Valley.

Elmswood Estate has a reputation for impeccable service, making it the perfect venue for a stress-free Yarra Valley winery wedding with all the finer details taken care of. And because they dedicate each weekend to just one wedding booking, you’ll have exclusive access to the estate’s venue spaces and grounds on the day of your wedding.

The Scene at Elmswood Estate Yarra Valley

Perched on a hill overlooking picturesque rolling hills, Elmswood Estate boasts some of the best views in the Yarra Valley. Set over 25 acres, the estate has various indoor and outdoor venues for your ceremony and reception, including the beautiful Pavilion with floor-to-ceiling windows. 

A private driveway lined with beautiful mature elm trees leads up to the property, setting the scene as you arrive at this elegant estate in the Upper Yarra Valley. As you walk into the all-glass Pavilion and adjoining High Deck with 180-degree views, you’ll instantly fall in love with Elmswood Estate and its picture-perfect setting.

There are four venue options to choose from at Elmswood Estate Yarra Valley: the Pavilion, the Marquee, the High Deck, and the Rose Garden. A popular flow for weddings here starts with a ceremony on the High Deck, followed by a long table dinner in the Pavilion and a dancefloor set up in the Marquee.

Booking both your ceremony and reception at Elmswood Estate means you’ll have exclusive hire of the venue on your wedding day. And because you’ll have personalised consultations with the estate’s experienced on-site functions coordinator in the lead-up to your wedding day, you’ll arrive in a beautiful space that’s set up exactly as you envisioned.

Elmswood Estate Yarra Valley Wedding Ceremonies

Ceremonies at Elmswood Estate Yarra Valley typically take place on the expansive High Deck, which boasts breathtaking 180-degree views of the vineyard and valley beyond. Guests will be left in awe by the setting as they look out across seemingly endless rows of grapevines.

A popular choice for intimate wedding ceremonies is the enchanting Rose Garden, situated just outside the Cellar Door at Elmswood Estate. The Marquee is a great all-weather venue option for a ceremony at Elmswood Estate and also has space for a dancefloor, making it the ideal space to continue the wedding celebrations into the night.

Ceremony setup at Elmswood Estate includes seating for 30 guests, wine barrel decor features and a red carpet on request. You’ll also have exclusive access to the estate’s private bridal suite so you can relax and enjoy a glass of bubbly before the ceremony.

Elmswood Estate Yarra Valley Wedding Receptions

Sitting on a hill overlooking Elmswood Estate’s picturesque 25-acre vineyard, the beautiful all-glass Pavilion is a popular choice for wedding receptions. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the room with natural light and offer the perfect outlook over the vineyard below. 

The Pavilion has recently been refurbished, with the addition of long timber tables and classic oak cross-back chairs adding to the elegant feel of the space. Admire the picturesque views of rolling green hills and Yarra Valley mountain ranges as you and your guests sit down to a long table dinner in this gorgeous space.

The beautiful Marquee is a great all-weather option for a wedding reception at Elmswood Estate. Clear walls can be rolled down in cooler weather and there’s also plenty of room for a dancefloor, so you can dance the night away with friends and family as you continue your wedding celebrations.

Elmswood Estate often works with the acclaimed Yarra Valley Catering to offer three distinct menu styles for its weddings and events. Choose from a cocktail-style canapé menu, a celebration menu with shared grazing platters, or a signature fine-dining menu. Another popular choice is the eight-course Chinese-style banquet package from Silks Catering. 

You also have the freedom to bring in your own caterer, working closely with Elmswood Estate’s in-house wedding coordinator to bring your menu visions to life. No matter which option you choose, you can rest assured that the estate’s award-winning wines will pair perfectly with your menu. Both the standard and premium beverage packages showcase an incredible selection of Elmswood Estate’s cool-climate wines.

Included in your Elmswood Estate Yarra Valley wedding package is:

• Six-hour reception with wedding ceremony starting at 5pm
• Exclusive use of the venue and grounds on your wedding day
• Ceremony setup with seating for 30 guests and wine barrel decor
• Access to the venue from 12pm onwards for setup
• Dedicated on-site functions coordinator and events team
• Customisable menu options from Yarra Valley Catering or Silks Catering
• Standard wine package with award-winning Elmswood Estate wines
• Access to the estate’s private bridal suite
• Decorative easel, rustic wine barrel cake table and wireless microphone

Wedding Photography Near Elmswood Estate Yarra Valley

There are a number of beautiful wedding photo locations on-site at Elmswood Estate. You might choose to have your photos taken amongst the vines, in the picturesque Rose Garden, or on the High Deck overlooking the breathtaking Yarra Valley views. Other popular wedding photography locations near Elmswood Estate Yarra Valley are:

• Tesselaar Gardens
• Redwood Forest
• Blue Lotus Water Garden