Description
A Historic Country Retreat Perfect for Intimate Weddings
If you're dreaming of a wedding that combines timeless elegance with a peaceful, romantic setting, Doncaster House in Braidwood is an exceptional choice. This stunning Victorian-era guest house, built around 1860, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Nestled on an acre of beautifully manicured gardens, it’s just a 50-minute drive from Canberra and under three hours from Sydney—ideal for couples wanting a memorable celebration close to the city.
Elegant Spaces and Beautiful Gardens for Your Special Day
Doncaster House provides a variety of exquisite indoor and outdoor spaces designed to make your wedding truly personal. The serene gardens, featuring classic parterre designs and lovely pear tree-lined avenues, create a picture-perfect backdrop for your ceremony and photos.
For your ceremony or reception, "The Chapel" offers an intimate setting that comfortably hosts up to 60 guests cocktail-style or 30 guests seated banquet-style. Inside, you’ll find stunning period details like ornate fireplaces and soaring ceilings, blending vintage charm with sophisticated modern touches.
Boutique Accommodation with Rich History
Doncaster House isn’t just a venue—it’s also a luxury guest house with seven beautifully restored bedrooms, each with private ensuites. These rooms combine vintage character with contemporary style, featuring bespoke botanical linens, handmade joinery, and warm ambient lighting.
The building’s fascinating history adds a special layer to your wedding experience. Originally one of Braidwood’s grand hotels, it has also served as a convent and boarding school before being lovingly renovated by its designer owner. This rich heritage makes your celebration here truly one-of-a-kind.
Venue Fast Facts
- Capacity: Up to 60 guests for cocktail-style receptions
- Accommodation: 7 luxury guest rooms with private ensuites on-site
- Location: Historic town of Braidwood, NSW
- Setting: Victorian-era building set within an acre of romantic, manicured gardens
- Key Features: Ornate period detailing, fireplaces, high ceilings, central heating, and Wi-Fi access
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Reviews (2)
- MMatt and Kate02/02/2024What a beautiful placeWhat a beautiful placeWhat a beautiful place to stay! We had 2 nights for a wedding. How delightful was Gabrielle to chat to and ensured our stay was fun! Thank you Matt and Kate What a beautiful place to stay! We had 2 nights for a wedding. How delightful was Gabrielle to chat to and ensured our stay was fun! Thank you Matt and Kate
- DDanika02/02/2024Venue and rooms are beautiful.Venue and rooms are beautiful.Stayed at this lovely hotel while attending a wedding, venue and rooms are beautiful. The host Gabrielle is the nicest person, make us feel super welcome, would stay again :) Stayed at this lovely hotel while attending a wedding, venue and rooms are beautiful. The host Gabrielle is the nicest person, make us feel super welcome, would stay again :)
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What’s your favourite personal touch you’ve seen at a wedding?
Mother of the Groom acting as celebrant in the last wedding of her career.
Describe your venue in 5 adjectives.
Elegant, Picturesque, Historic, Charming, Romantic
Where’s the best photo spot at your venue?
Walking through the Front Garden's manicured hedges provides a stunning backdrop. An example is provided in our photo gallery.
What is your venue's most unique feature?
The Chapel. This space is a large room with a vaulted ceiling from the old Convent days of our building's history. Perfect for inside dining or reception space.
