Does your venue hire include glassware?

Our venue hire includes glassware, linen, cutlery and crockery.

Do we have to book all the rooms onsite?

All rooms must be booked for a minimum of 2 nights (3 for a long weekend). One of the King deluxe rooms is included in the venue hire for two nights.

How does the accommodation work?

There are two ways, the most common way is we send you the room list, you assign guests to each room and then they email us their details and how many nights and pay directly, alternatively we can put together an all inclusive package for you.

What are the room layouts?

All rooms are King or Queen deluxe rooms except for one room which is two single beds.

Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat - Wedding Venues Porepunkah

5-Star Awards Winner 2026

Thanks to reviews from couples on Easy Weddings

OVERVIEW

Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat blends rustic charm with modern comfort for weddings in the heart of the Alpine Valleys. Set along the Ovens River with panoramic views of Mt Buffalo, the property offers exclusive three-day venue hire, a ceremony and reception site, and on-site accommodation for up to 40 guests. It’s a peaceful retreat where you can celebrate, stay, and savour every moment of your wedding weekend.

With the help of experienced local planner Courtney Conroy, couples can enjoy a fully coordinated wedding package covering everything from catering, florals, and marquee hire to music, makeup, photography, and more. On-site comforts include motel-style rooms, communal lounge and dining spaces, an outdoor firepit area, gas heaters, and wooden furniture for relaxed country dining.

What you’ll love about working with Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat for your wedding:

All-inclusive planning with Courtney Conroy: Courtney brings over 10 years of wedding planning expertise, offering couples end-to-end support, including sourcing vendors, managing logistics, and running the day with ease and professionalism.
Three-day exclusive venue hire: You’ll have the entire venue for a whole wedding weekend, including use of the accommodation, ceremony and reception sites, bridal suite, BBQ and kitchen areas, and more.
Relaxed country vibe with stunning views: Located on the Ovens River with uninterrupted views of Mt Buffalo, the property offers a comfortable country atmosphere with incredible natural backdrops for your ceremony, portraits, and celebration.

Highlights of working with Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat:

3-day exclusive venue hire
On-site accommodation for 40 guests
An expert wedding planner is included
Ceremony and reception in one place
Vendor coordination and setup included
All glassware, linen, cutlery & crockery is included
BYO drinks - enabling you to create your dream day drinks list
Bar staff to ensure your guests are well looked after
Two nights included as part of your venue hire in our bridal suite
Pack down and clean up the next so you can continue on the festivities
Marquee, lighting & dancefloor

About

Courtney Conroy is a wedding planner based in Victoria’s High Country, known for creating heartfelt, stress-free celebrations that reflect each couple’s unique story. With over a decade of experience and a background in event management, she brings warmth, professionalism, and a deep love for the details. Rooted in Porepunkah with her family, Courtney treats every wedding as a privilege — crafting not just events, but cherished, lasting memories.

Courtney Conroy

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Venue Features

Indoor / Outdoor Ceremony

Min 40 / Max 200 Reception guests

Price per head: Low $80 / High $ 250

Min 40 / Max 200 Ceremony Guests

Time restrictions: 12:00 AM

3rd Party Catering

Music must end by 11:00 PM

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Location

6774 Great Alpine Road, Porepunkah, Victoria

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FAQ

What time does music have to be finished?

Whilst the main music has to be finished by 11:00pm, guests are welcome to remain onsite until 11:30pm.

Do you have a wet weather option?

Our indoor space can accommodate up to 40 people inside for a sit down meal, we strongly recommend hiring a marquee or similar in case of inclement weather. Our dedicated wedding planner is available to help you with this.

Are our furry friends welcome to attend the ceremony?

You are absolutely welcome to bring your pet for the ceremony, if they are remaining for the evening we would recommend having someone who is in charge of looking after them. Alternatively we have a great range of pet sitters in the area we can recommend.

Can you help with sourcing vendors?

Absolutely! We have a great list of recommendations around the local area who can all help bring your dream day to life.

Is it BYO alcohol?

It sure is, but we can also help organise quotes for this. A cool room is included in the venue hire.

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Couples consistently describe Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat as a breathtaking, “one-stop” wedding location, praised for its stunning Mount Buffalo backdrop, relaxed atmosphere, and the convenience of on-site accommodation for family and friends. A recurring theme is how smoothly the day runs thanks to the venue’s wedding planning support—particularly Courtney—who’s noted for making couples feel at ease from the first conversation, coordinating vendors, and confidently managing timelines, setup, weather, and any last-minute details. Guests also frequently compliment the overall experience, making it an easy venue to recommend.

March 2026

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We honestly knew Buffalo Motel was the one for us from the very beginning. We attended one of their open days and pretty much made our decision on the spot. The venue is absolutely beautiful, but what really sealed it was our conversation with Courtney. Despite having so many people to speak to, she took the time to chat with us properly, explain everything, and made us feel completely at ease. As we walked away, we both said, “this is it.” Our wedding day itself was just incredible. Getting married with Mount Buffalo as the backdrop was something really special — the views are genuinely breathtaking and made the whole ceremony feel even more magical. Having Courtney included as part of the venue was an absolute game changer. She ran the entire day seamlessly, so we didn’t have to worry about a single thing. Everything just flowed, and we were able to fully relax and enjoy every moment. We’ve also had so many of our guests tell us how much they loved the venue and the overall experience — which says it all, really. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to get married

Rhiannon N.

September 2025

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The Buffalo Motel is a wonderful location and one stop shop for a wedding. The event space was a much more relaxed option which suited what we had in mind. Can not recommend our wedding planner Courtney enough. She calmed and controlled the day with every weather event.

Koby S.

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Thank you so much Koby. It was such a fabulous day even with a little storm 2 hours before the ceremony. The afternoon was perfect and you both trusted us with everything.

September 2025

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Our wedding planner Courtney and her relationship with the owners of the property was second to none. Information was seamlessly communicated and expressed to us and any preferences we had were accommodated! In the day, the property was stunning and Courtney had everything under control. I would not have changed anything and would recommend the buffalo motel and Courtney for any future weddings.

William B.

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Thank you so much Billy! It was such an incredible day, yourself and Koby were such a delight to work with, I particularly enjoyed waving to you from the decking as a small storm blew through two hours before the ceremony, although you would never have known given the rest of the afternoon.

October 2026

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This venue had the most beautiful view & garden. Between the wedding planner Courtney and the venue manager they do the most amazing job on upkeep of the rooms and garden, especially on the big day. I’ve had so many compliments about our wedding and I couldn’t have imagined having it anywhere else. If you want a beautiful garden wedding I would definitely recommend this place!

Angeline F.

October 2026

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We honestly couldn’t recommend Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat enough! ❤️ From the moment we chose this venue for our wedding, we knew it was going to be something special, and it truly exceeded our expectations. Our wedding day was everything we could have hoped for and more, and we are so grateful to have celebrated such an important moment in our lives at such a beautiful venue. The setting was absolutely stunning and created the most perfect backdrop for memories we will cherish forever. Thank you to the team for being a part of our special day and helping make it so memorable. We will always look back on our wedding day with so much happiness, and we couldn’t have imagined a more beautiful place to celebrate the beginning of our married life together. 💍🤍 We would highly recommend this venue to any couple looking for a beautiful place to celebrate their wedding!

Taylor C.

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We’re on the hunt for a wedding venue in Melbourne, ideally around the CBD or west, for about 80–100 guests with a sit-down reception and ceremony onsite. Our budget is roughly $12,000 all up for food, drinks and ceremony (cheaper would be amazing), and we’re totally open to trimming the guest list or looking at a Friday or winter date to make it work. Would love to hear from any venues that might be a good fit ??

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What you’ll love about working with Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat for your wedding:

All-inclusive planning with Courtney Conroy: Courtney brings over 10 years of wedding planning expertise, offering couples end-to-end support, including sourcing vendors, managing logistics, and running the day with ease and professionalism.
Three-day exclusive venue hire: You’ll have the entire venue for a whole wedding weekend, including use of the accommodation, ceremony and reception sites, bridal suite, BBQ and kitchen areas, and more.
Relaxed country vibe with stunning views: Located on the Ovens River with uninterrupted views of Mt Buffalo, the property offers a comfortable country atmosphere with incredible natural backdrops for your ceremony, portraits, and celebration.

Highlights of working with Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat:

3-day exclusive venue hire
On-site accommodation for 40 guests
An expert wedding planner is included
Ceremony and reception in one place
Vendor coordination and setup included

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What you’ll love about working with Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat for your wedding:

All-inclusive planning with Courtney Conroy: Courtney brings over 10 years of wedding planning expertise, offering couples end-to-end support, including sourcing vendors, managing logistics, and running the day with ease and professionalism.
Three-day exclusive venue hire: You’ll have the entire venue for a whole wedding weekend, including use of the accommodation, ceremony and reception sites, bridal suite, BBQ and kitchen areas, and more.
Relaxed country vibe with stunning views: Located on the Ovens River with uninterrupted views of Mt Buffalo, the property offers a comfortable country atmosphere with incredible natural backdrops for your ceremony, portraits, and celebration.

Highlights of working with Buffalo Motel & Country Retreat: