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If you’re dreaming of a wedding surrounded by natural beauty and timeless charm, Balgownie Estate Bendigo is a fantastic choice. Located in Victoria’s Goldfields region, just 10 minutes from Bendigo’s center, this historic winery offers a peaceful and romantic setting framed by rolling vineyards and native bushland. Established in 1969, it’s one of the oldest vineyards in the area, bringing a rich heritage and elegant atmosphere to your special day.
A Stunning Winery Backdrop for Your Wedding
From the moment you arrive, a driveway lined with olive trees sets the tone for a truly memorable celebration. Known for award-winning wines and breathtaking views, the estate’s countryside location often treats guests to sightings of kangaroos at dawn—adding a uniquely Australian touch. Whether you prefer an intimate indoor gathering or a ceremony under the open sky, Balgownie Estate offers a variety of beautiful spaces to bring your wedding vision to life.
Flexible Ceremony and Reception Spaces
Balgownie Estate caters to weddings of all sizes with versatile and charming venues:
- The Barrel Room: This atmospheric space features walls lined with oak wine barrels beneath a high barn-style ceiling. Soft fairy lights create a warm, rustic vibe perfect for dining and dancing, comfortably hosting up to 110 guests.
- Lush Lawns: Say your vows outdoors surrounded by majestic grapevines on the estate’s vibrant green lawns—a picture-perfect setting for your ceremony.
- Cellar Door: For an elegant indoor reception, the historic Cellar Door offers floor-to-ceiling glass windows and bi-fold doors that open to stunning vineyard views. This space includes a large bar and dining area, ideal for celebrating with your loved ones.
Comfortable On-Site Accommodation and Amenities
To make your wedding weekend seamless and special, Balgownie Estate provides a range of unique accommodation options right on the property. Your guests can stay in stylish suites, cozy cottages, or luxury glamping tents—some with private decks overlooking the vineyards. A dedicated bridal suite is also available, offering a private and comfortable space for your preparations. With room for up to 50 guests on-site, the estate is perfect for hosting a full weekend of celebrations. Plus, the estate is renowned for its exceptional food, wine, and attentive service, ensuring a memorable dining experience for everyone.
Key Details at a Glance
- Guest Capacity: Up to 200 for ceremonies and 150 for receptions; the Barrel Room seats up to 110 guests.
- Catering: High-quality, in-house catering tailored to your wedding.
- Accommodation: On-site options include luxury glamping tents, suites, and homestead rooms.
- Venue Spaces: Choose from the Barrel Room, Cellar Door, or outdoor lawns for your ceremony and reception.
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Reviews (4)
- YYana Lin10/05/2024It's very memorable experienceIt's very memorable experienceHad our safari tent for glamping experience, surprisingly awesome. Safari tent came with shower and toilet inside the tent and bath tub outside the tent. My son was loving the morning bath with the view of winery and kangaroos jumping around. It's very memorable experience for us and we definitely will come back again.Had our safari tent for glamping experience, surprisingly awesome. Safari tent came with shower and toilet inside the tent and bath tub outside the tent. My son was loving the morning bath with the view of winery and kangaroos jumping around. It's very memorable experience for us and we definitely will come back again.
- jjanice boyd10/05/2024Highly recommendedHighly recommendedHad a wonderful overnight glamping experience, very comfortable and the staff were so nice. Had a great tasting at cellar door with Neal who was more than happy to answer our questions and have a chit chat. Came away with a wine variety I'd never heard of or tasted before !! Beautiful breakfast in the morning, once again fantastic staff. Highly recommendedHad a wonderful overnight glamping experience, very comfortable and the staff were so nice. Had a great tasting at cellar door with Neal who was more than happy to answer our questions and have a chit chat. Came away with a wine variety I'd never heard of or tasted before !! Beautiful breakfast in the morning, once again fantastic staff. Highly recommended
- AAlex Moloney10/05/2024Excellent all round, would highly recommend!Excellent all round, would highly recommend!Stayed in one of the Safari tents for an on-site wedding. Loved it. The accommodation was great, and the staff were amazing! Excellent all round, would highly recommend!Stayed in one of the Safari tents for an on-site wedding. Loved it. The accommodation was great, and the staff were amazing! Excellent all round, would highly recommend!
- HHarry Godfrey (Deus Sax)10/05/2024the venue was aestheticthe venue was aestheticI recently performed at a wedding here; the staff were easy to deal with, the food was delicious, and the venue was aesthetic. Very keen to perform here again :)I recently performed at a wedding here; the staff were easy to deal with, the food was delicious, and the venue was aesthetic. Very keen to perform here again :)
