Jaye and Joseph
At Songbird Retreat, we don’t just host weddings. We set the stage for your most cherished memories.
Hi! we are dean and helen.
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.
“YOUR MOST SPECIAL DAY begins with YOUR LOVE STORY AND an idea.
you want a relaxed wedding in a beautiful natural garden.
AT SONGBIRD RETREAT, the way you celebrate your love and commitment, will be BEAUTIFUL AND memorable.”
— Songbird Retreat —
you are welcome here!
ready to start
planning your special day?
YOU’VE ALREADY STARTED!
here is your current thinking:
Date: December 19, 2026
Guest Count: 80-100 guests
Event Style: Relaxed and informal
Catering Ideas:
Grazing table followed by a seated but informal dinner with shared plates, and a focus on meat and salads and buns
it sounds as though songbird retreat IS perfect for you!
SONGBIRD RETREAT OFFERS YOU:
A Venue that Resonates with Your Vision
At Songbird Retreat, we offer a picturesque 4.5-acre property in Matheson Bay, Matakana, featuring lush terraced lawns and meticulously landscaped gardens. Bounded by native forest, and leading to a forest walkway, Songbird Retreat is a magical spot, especially at night when the lights will be on!
Exclusivity and Privacy
We host only one event at a time, ensuring your wedding is intimate and exclusively yours.
Flexibility to Personalise Your Day
Our venue allows you to have as informal event as you wish, brining your own caterer.
Seamless Planning with Comprehensive Packages
Our Songbird Package includes a clear roof marquee adorned with fairy lights, essential furniture, a dedicated service team, simplifying the planning process. Additionally, our on-site Songbird Cottage offers luxurious accommodation, serving as a perfect bridal suite or honeymoon retreat.
Cost-Effective BYO Options
We offer a BYO beverage policy with no corkage fees, providing significant cost savings and allowing you to select beverages that suit your taste.
We welcome you to explore the possibilities that Songbird Retreat offers and look forward to assisting you in creating a wedding that is as extraordinary as your love story.
EXPLORE OUR PACKAGES
Songbird Retreat is an exclusive boutique venue, purpose-built for marquee weddings at which you can bring to life the wedding of your dreams!
Explore our tailored packages below to discover the perfect fit for your special day.
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Effortless Elegance
Exclusive 2-Day Venue Hire, plus:
Clear Roof Marquee adorned with fairy lights.
Furniture and Equipment:
up to 100 chairs.
Four plinths, signing table, and chair.
Ceremony arch.
Tables and tablecloths for up to 100 guests
PA system.
On-the-Day Coordination: A dedicated coordinator to ensure seamless event execution.
Staffing Services: professional staff for setup, breakdown, and table service.
2026 Oct-Dec Weekend $14,995 ($13,995 current special if booked before April 30)
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Midweek Magic: Your Dream Wedding for Less
Exclusive 2-Day Venue Hire, plus:
Clear Roof Marquee adorned with fairy lights.
Furniture and Equipment:
up to 100 chairs.
Four plinths, signing table, and chair.
Ceremony arch.
Tables and tablecloths for up to 100 guests
PA system.
On-the-Day Coordination: A dedicated coordinator to ensure seamless event execution.
Staffing Services: professional staff for setup, breakdown, and table service.
2026 Oct-Dec Week day $12,995 ($11,995 current special)
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Add-on Packages
Songbird Cottage: 1 -2 day hire of bridal preparation suite and honeymoon suite, complete with a bottle of bubbles and an outdoor bath for two.
$795 per day
Cocktail Furniture and Dance Floor
4 bar leaners
4 umbrellas
16 bar stools
dance floor
$999
Lawn Games
Scattle
Jenga
$99
budget
Your priorities determine how far your budget can stretch.
Here is an example of a budget.
It does not include dress, shoes, hair, makeup etc.
Venue hire, Marquee, Furniture hire, Day-of Wedding Coordinator, Service
Food
$6400 ($80ph)+
Beverages
$1000+
Marriage Celebrant
$500+
Photographer
$1500+
Chiller Trailer Hire
$400 approx
Plates & cutlery & glass hire (less if sustainable plates)
$400 approx
Cake
$150+
SAMPLE MENUS
ROASTS and salads
Although this is a Pacific Island menu and you wouldn’t want everything here, the quote might be helpful
$85 + GST per person (prices based on minimum of 50 people)
Slow-cooked roast pork
Roast beef
Roast whole chicken
Raw snapper salad in coconut cream
King prawns with dipping sauce
Summer potato salad
Green leaf salad
Roast vegetables: kumara, beetroot, red onion, pumpkin, carrots
Taro with onions & coconut cream
Sweet corn on the cob
Caramel & walnut brownie
SPIT ROAST OPTIONS
Frick Atkins is a local who I believe does Spit Roasts. I will add in information here when I have found out more!
CAFE OPTIONS
Catroux Cafe
GRAZING TABLE
Grazing Table (2.1 m long x 50 cm wide)
Selection of premium hard and soft cheeses
Green & black pitted olives
Smoked cold meats/salamis/ham
Baby tomatoes & veggie sticks
Dips (4-5 types)
Seasonal fresh fruit
Dry figs, quince paste
Toasted cashews & pistachios
Variety of gourmet crackers
Blinis with Matakana smoked salmon and lemon dill cream cheese
King prawns with seafood dipping sauce
Mozzarella, basil & baby tomato skewer with oregano oil drizzle
Roasted pork chipolata sausages wrapped in crispy streaky bacon
Artisan breads
Fancy chocolates
Macarons
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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
