grace AND benjamin
At Songbird Retreat, we don’t just host weddings. We set the stage for your most cherished memories.
Hi!
It was lovely to meet you both. We are excited to share our beautiful gardens for your memorable day and we want to make your planning as easy and exciting and fun as possible for you to celebrate your love and commitment in arguably the most beautiful marquee garden wedding venue around: Songbird Retreat.
here ARE SOME VENDOR OPTIONS:
Celebrant: I recommend Sophie Morris, who is local and lovely
Catering:Village Picnic. You may also find that, as you are up here for the weekend, you might enjoy purchasing your favourite treats for a platter.
Photographer:John Donaldson Photography (starting out in weddings and happy to be negotiable on pricing) Photos recently taken at Songbird here. Another option who does a lot of elopements is Lionel Tan Photography. Tell them both I sent you and you might get a special deal?
Videography: Myles Ray myles@sideways8media.com Ph: 0225470093 (starting out in weddings)
Entertainment: We provide a dance floor and speakers for Spotify. Sophie Morris, cel;ebrant and singer has contacts for musicians.
Florist: Orchard Lane Florals a cheaper but lovely florist who grows her own flowers
Hair and Makeup: Cindy from Pure Makeup does both hair and makeup at reasonable prices
Accommodation: Details of options to consider here.
Songbird Cottage: 1-2 days/nights for bridal suite and/or wedding night
SOME other HELPFUL RESOURCES
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“The most beautiful venue, it exceeded every Pinterest board idea and dream we had talked about!!”
Chloe Senn
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“We recently had the pleasure of hosting our wedding at Songbird Retreat, and I cannot recommend this venue enough.”
Toni Love
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“...while it felt like you were getting married in a family friend’s perfect backyard, the practical details were all taken care of in a way that made the day seamless. ”
Helen Chen
