Leonards Hill Estate
OVERVIEW
Recognised with a 5-star award from Easy Weddings, we're a trusted favourite for couples who want professional support and creative freedom — the best of both worlds.
Why couples choose Leonards Hill Estate:
All-Weather Ceremony & Reception Spaces — Rain or shine, your day goes ahead beautifully. With indoor and outdoor ceremony options plus our spacious Shed reception space and covered Pavilion, you'll never have to worry about the weather.
Perfect For Up To 200 Guests — Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or a big party, we've got you covered. Our Shed comfortably seats 130 guests for a sit-down reception, or hosts up to 200 for a cocktail-style celebration.
Stunning Natural Backdrops — From our grand eucalyptus tree to sweeping farmland views and our charming courtyard, every corner of our 4-acre estate offers picture-perfect moments for your wedding photography.
Your Vendors, Your Choice — Choose the caterers, florists, musicians, and all the vendors that match your vision and budget—from gourmet food trucks to elegant plated dinners, and everything in between. We provide the prep kitchen, cool room, and support your vendors need to make it all come together.
On-Site Accommodation — Stay right here at the venue in our charming Homestead (sleeps up to 6 guests), so you can wake up where you'll say "I do."
Bring Your Furry Friends — We're a pet-friendly wedding venue because your four-legged family members deserve to be part of your celebration too.
Sustainable Celebrations — Our entire estate runs on solar energy, so you can celebrate knowing your wedding day is kind to the environment.
Here's what recent couples say:
Hayley & Nathan: "El and Keith made our wedding perfect—stunning views, onsite cottage for our family, and brilliant coordination."
Jacinta & Andrew: "El and her team were amazing, making our day fit our vision and budget, and welcoming everyone—even our dog!"
Emily & Kyle: "El was so helpful and flexible, making our day run smoothly and connecting us with a great caterer."
Ready to see if we're the right fit?
We'd love to show you around and hear about your special day. Book a tour at Leonards Hill Estate and let's create a wedding that feels right for you.
About
Hi, I'm El from Leonards Hill Estate! Venue hunting overwhelming? I'm here to help you find what works for your vision and budget – no pressure, just honest advice. I've got amazing vendors I love working with, and I'll be there on your day making sure everything flows perfectly. Ready to see if we're your people? Let's chat and have a conversation about your dream day.
El Fullarton
Owner/Venue Manager
Venue Features
Min 30 / Max 130 Reception guests
Price per head: Low $75 / High $ 245
Min 30 / Max 130 Ceremony Guests
Time restrictions: 11:00 PM
In-house catering
12.00 hours Event time included
Additional Hours $995 Per Hour
Music must end by 10:30 PM
Packages
Exclusive Offer
Our One-Day Wedding option is for couples who know exactly what they want and love the idea of bringing their own vision to life. You choose your caterers, you pick your styling, you create the vibe—and we provide the stunning country venue, all the essentials, and expert support to make it happen seamlessly. Think of it as your beautiful blank canvas, with all the infrastructure already in place.
Exclusive Offer
A wedding weekend gives you room to breathe. Room to enjoy your people without watching the clock. Room for the unplanned moments — the late-night conversations, the quiet morning walks, the laughter that carries into the next day.
It's the difference between hosting a wedding and creating an experience. Between ticking off a timeline and being fully present. Between saying goodbye at midnight and waking up together the next morning, still buzzing.
At Leonards Hill Estate, we've built our offering around this philosophy: more time, more ease, more connection. Professional support to handle the details. Creative freedom to make it yours. And a setting that invites you to slow down and savour every moment.
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Location
2195 Ballan - Daylesford Road, Leonards Hill, Victoria
FAQ
DEFINITELY! Your wedding is YOUR special day so we believe that you should have your favourite vendors on the day!
Yes we do! We have a beautifully-designed bar and bar staff, so you just need to choose the drinks package that suits you.
Absolutely! We're delighted to welcome your furry friends to your special day.
While we understand that your pets are part of the family, we kindly ask that you consult with your vendors to ensure they are comfortable with their presence.
Additionally, we require a pet security bond to cover any unforeseen cleaning or damage costs at the venue and the Homestead if you're staying overnight.
Unfortunately, we are not able to allow BYO drinks due to our licence restrictions. However, we have a variety of drinks packages to choose from, including cocktail hour and spirits add-ons!
Yes! We can't wait to see how you bring your unique style to your wedding reception! Feel free to arrange tables and décor as you wish, just remember to keep open flames away and avoid attaching decorations to the walls.
If you're planning any electrical or floral installations, please make sure your chosen installer has an ABN and the necessary insurance coverage.
Reviews
Review Summary
October 2025
April 2025
Leonards Hill Estate
We're so glad to hear you guys had an amazing wedding day at Leonards Hill Estate! We are always trying our best to be super responsive and helpful, so it's great to know that it took some stress off your plate. We've put a lot of heart into making the venue beautiful, and hearing that it was exactly the vibe you were going for is just the best! Seriously, thanks a million for the awesome recommendation, Sam and James – it really means a lot to us!
January 2025
Leonards Hill Estate
Wow, thanks so much for the kind words, Nathan and Hayley! We're so happy to hear your wedding at our venue was absolutely perfect. We're glad to hear that the views made your photos turn out incredible! We're lucky to have such a talented group of local vendors who really helped make your wedding unique. We designed the Homestead to be used by the couples and their families or friends, so we're happy to know that your guests made use of it and, of course, you two on the night! It's awesome to hear you'd do it all over again. That's exactly the kind of experience we love to create for every couple who chooses us ❤️ Thanks again! LHE Team
March 2025
Leonards Hill Estate
Oh my goodness, you guys! We're so, so happy you had such an amazing wedding at our venue! Hearing you say it was "perfect" just made our day! We loved helping you out over the past 15 months. Seriously, any question, big or small, we were just glad to be able to help. And letting you come in the day before to set up all your decorations? That was totally fine, we wanted you to make it your own! We're so pleased you loved the caterer we suggested! We know it can be tricky finding good people when you're not from around here, so we're glad they did a great job. It's just the best feeling knowing everything went smoothly on your big day. We're just so happy you picked us! Thanks so much! And most importantly, we wish you both all the happiness in the world! El and the LHE Team x
February 2025
Leonards Hill Estate
Thank you so much for your kind words, Emily! We're so honoured that you chose us for you and Josh's big day and your wedding was so beautiful 🥰 We wish you both all the happiness in the world! Eleanor and LHE Team
Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, Leonards Hill Estate offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceLooking for a ceremony + reception location, with inclusions and prices listed in Victoria
Hi there, we are looking for info for a June 2025 wedding, with the ceremony and reception in the same location, prices and inclusions listed as I find most brochures do not include the prices. Ideally, we are looking for a cocktail style reception.
Leonards Hill Estate
Hi Suzie!
We can definitely help you with that :) We offer both ceremony and reception in the same location and have Cocktail style reception too! We can also send you a copy of our packages if you go on to our website www.leonardshillestate.com.au/weddings
Cheers
Eleanor
3 Bridesmaids and No Groomsmen! HELP
My future Husband does not want groomsmen, but I want my 3 bridesmaids. How do we orgnaise photos and seating plan without making it look weird?
Leonards Hill Estate
Hello Madeleine!
That sounds great - it's good to be different :) A photographer is best to answer your question about the photos, but maybe you can have photos of just you and your future husband on some shots, and then you alone and your bridesmaids in another?
With the seating plan, I would say to only have you and your future husband on a table by yourselves (if you like) or join everyone in a U-shape table setting, where you two will be at the top and your bridesmaids can sit next t you, as well as your family and friends, therefore, not making your bridesmaids a focus and it is more inclusive.
Hope that helps!
Eleanor
Leonards Hill Estate
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Hello Rach and Kane! THE BEST DAY EVER - we are absolutely over the moon reading this! 🥰 Honestly, knowing you both had such an incredible day means everything to us. We've loved being part of your journey since that first open day in 2023, and seeing it all come together so perfectly has been such a joy. Thank you so much for your beautiful words and for trusting us with your special day. You two brought such amazing energy and love to the venue, and we're so grateful we got to be part of it all. We'd love nothing more than to see you back here for future celebrations! All our love and congratulations, El and the LHE Team x