The Shearing Shed Phillip Island is a charming rustic wedding venue nestled amid idyllic rural surroundings, just two hours from Melbourne. At this wonderfully secluded wedding location, you'll enjoy exclusive venue hire, picture-perfect outdoor ceremony locations, a heritage barn reception space, endless photo opportunities, warm hospitality & delicious menus.
Surrounded by picturesque farmland in the heart of Phillip Island, The Shearing Shed offers a beautiful setting for rustic country weddings near Melbourne. Spread over 20 acres of private property, this all-in-one destination wedding venue has plenty of gorgeous ceremony locations and endless photography opportunities available on-site. The Shearing Shed itself dates back to the 1950s and has been renovated to perfection, combining heritage country charm with modern features.
With exclusive access to the property on your wedding day, you'll have plenty of options when it comes to planning your wedding flow. Host your ceremony outdoors by the billabong or indoors in the rustic barn, followed by drinks in the courtyard and a relaxed reception dinner in the shearing shed. No matter how your day unfolds, the experienced events team at The Shearing Shed will go above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Top 3 things you'll love about your Shearing Shed Phillip Island wedding:
- Celebrate amidst tranquil rural surroundings. The Shearing Shed is a hidden gem on Phillip Island, tucked away amongst 20 acres of picturesque farmland on the outskirts of Cowes. As you arrive at the property and continue up the meandering tree-lined driveway towards the top of the hill, you'll fall in love with The Shearing Shed's breathtaking natural surroundings. A beautifully secluded billabong sits on one side of the driveway, with a large lake on the other.
- Create the rustic wedding of your dreams. The possibilities are endless when it comes to styling this versatile blank canvas venue. Working closely with The Shearing Shed's dedicated in-house wedding coordinator, you'll be able to transform this rustic wedding venue into your dream reception space. Let your creativity run wild with stunning floral arrangements and beautifully themed decor, or keep things simple and let the shed's rustic interiors shine.
- Enjoy endless photo possibilities. With plenty of photography locations on-site, you won't have to leave the property for your wedding photos. Popular backdrops include the picturesque lake, secluded billabong, and surrounding farmland. If you'd prefer a coastal setting for your wedding photos, popular locations nearby on Phillip Island include Pyramid Rock, the Nobbies, and Red Rocks Beach.
Highlights of The Shearing Shed Phillip Island:
- Picturesque, secluded location on a sprawling 20-acre private property
- Recently renovated 1950s shearing shed for rustic wedding receptions
- Beautiful indoor and outdoor ceremony locations
- Exclusive venue hire for your Phillip Island wedding celebrations
- Customisable wedding menus showcasing modern Australian cuisine
- Renowned local supplier recommendations to bring your dream wedding to life
- Fully licensed bar and outdoor courtyard area for drinks between events
- Endless photo opportunities across the property
The Shearing Shed - Phillip Island
Hi Emma,
Some venues give you the option of ceremony only hire which gives you use of the space for the ceremony without having all the elopement extras.
Please keep in mind that this is often limited in what days can be booked as days such as Thursday to Sunday are often reserved for weddings looking to book a full ceremony and reception package.
Another alternative would be to find a public space (check to see if permits or permissions are required) and elope there with the people and vendors of your choosing.
Very different options with very different cost points. The main thing to remember, it to stay true to what you want to creat efor your day.
We are happy to chat with you to discuss options available through The Shearing Shed.