HONOUR AND JOSH

At Songbird Retreat, we don’t just host weddings. We set the stage for your most cherished memories.

You’re not just planning a wedding — you’re crafting an experience.
One that reflects who you are, what you value, and how you want your guests to feel from the moment they arrive.

To help you move forward with clarity and confidence, I’ve made your package to include:

  • A clear summary of what’s included

  • Notes on what’s not included, so there are no surprises

  • A few thoughtful tips on how to personalise your wedding at Songbird Retreat

Because when it feels right… you just know.

Can you picture your story unfolding here?

here is your current thinking:

  • Guest Count: Approximately 30-50

  • Date: 29 November 2025

  • Location: A venue that offers:

    • an outside ceremony, in nature

    • the atmosphere that comes from a clear marquee and fairy lights

    • BYO opportunities with no corkage which saves you lots

    • a wedding coordinator and assistant so you don’t have to worry about a lot in the week before or on the day

    • the ability to put your own stamp on your venue so it reflects your personal style in privacy

  • Vibe - relaxed wedding with family and friends

  • Catering: home-cooking or Homestyle Catering

  • Drinks: BYO - buy your drinks over the next few months

  • Entertainment: Spotify

  • Songbird Cottage: 1-2 days/nights for bridal suite and/or wedding night

What's IncludeD

Below is a reminder of what’s included in your venue hire — not just items, but everything you need to create a wedding that flows effortlessly and feels unmistakably you.

Exclusive Venue Hire Full 2-day access to beautifully lit ceremony spaces

Clear Marquee Elegant clear-roof marquee with lighting

Ceremony Furniture Ceremony arch, plinths, signing table and chair

Equipment PA system at ceremony and reception

Cocktail Furniture 4 bar leaners, 4 umbrellas, 16 stools

Reception Furniture Tables and chairs for 100, tablecloths,

Dance floor 30m2 to dance the night away

Comfortable facilities Luxury toilet trailer

Efficiency Purpose-designed plinths with electricity and water for vendors

Wedding Planning Portal Guidance on all matters related to planning your wedding

Wedding Coordinator Professional on-the-day support from setup to final send-off

Service Team Set up, support to make the day flow, and pack-down

For couples who want to build on this foundation with their own personal style, we offer flexibility to choose the additional elements that bring your vision to life.

The following items are not part of the standard hire — but can easily be added or arranged through our recommended vendors:

  • Overnight stay in the Songbird Cottage (perfect for a relaxed start or romantic wind-down) (normally $795 per day/night, for you $500 per night)

  • Chilling or ice bin/buckets

  • Full table setting (often offered by caterers), styling, and florals

  • Beverages, bar staff (often offered by caterers), or external caterers

We’re here to help you bring it all together!

  • “The most beautiful venue, it exceeded every Pinterest board idea and dream we had talked about!!”

    Chloe Senn

  • It was the perfect canvas for our day, and we couldn’t be happier. Helen and Dean, the new owners, were excellent communicators—passionate, attentive, and genuinely excited to share their venue with us.

    Rachel Sommerville

  • “We recently had the pleasure of hosting our wedding at Songbird Retreat, and I cannot recommend this venue enough.”

    Toni Love

  • “...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

Pricing and Investment Guide

PRICE FOR HONOUR AND JOSH – $2,000*

Couples come to Songbird Retreat because they don’t want just a venue — they want a space that feels intimate, unhurried, and truly theirs.

For $2,000, you’ll have the grounds exclusively for two days, a beautiful marquee beneath the stars, elegant furniture, a dance floor, PA system and all our wedding guidance, checklists and vendor lists.

Add-ons:

Coordination - $1000 - usually $2000 - If you would like me to be your coordinator to ensure everything goes well on the day, to move furniture and to bring it all together, I would be delighted to do so.

Songbird Cottage - $500 per day/night - usually $795.

BOOKING FORM

YOUR PLANNING IS ALL GOING TO BE WORTH IT!

AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE WEDDING PLANNING PORTAL IS HERE TO HELP GUIDE YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY!

almost all you need is here!

almost all you need is here!