50 years to celebrate!
At Songbird Retreat, we don’t just host celebrations. We set the stage for your most cherished memories.
You’re not just planning a wedding anniversary celebration— you’re crafting an experience.
One that reflects who you are, what you value, and how you want your loved ones to feel from the moment they arrive.
here is your INITIAL thinking:
Guest Count: 50 guests.
Date: January 19-24, 27, 29
Location: A venue that offers:
Catering: Homestyle Catering NZ. Here are some sample menus and prices but she can do as you wish!
Pricing and Investment Guide
YOUR SONGBIRD experience – $5,995*
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 $5,995, you’ll have the grounds exclusively for one day, a beautiful marquee, furniture, sound system and dance floor along with our service.
What's IncludeD
Every detail at Songbird Retreat is designed to let you feel fully present for your celebration — unrushed, deeply connected, and beautifully supported.
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 1 day access to beautifully lit ceremony spaces
Clear Marquee Elegant clear-roof marquee with lighting
Ceremony Furniture Ceremony arch, plinths
Equipment PA system at ceremony and reception
Cocktail furniture 4 bar leaners, 4 umbrellas, 16 stools
Reception Furniture Tables and chairs
Dance floor 30m2
Comfortable facilities Luxury toilet trailer
Service Team Set up, support to make the day flow, simple service for buffet or family
style meal, 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:
Songbird arranged Chiller trailer (approx $500). We do have an oversize chilly bin you can use and you can bring your own if you wish to hide behind a table.
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!
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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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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
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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