This article has been written by team of content creators at Easy Weddings.
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Updated on: September 21, 2025
We all know how hectic wedding planning can be, but you know what can make all the difference? That’d be choosing the perfect venue for you. After all, the right venue may come with a supportive team, delectable menu options, stunning backdrops, on-sight accommodation, outdoor and indoor activities, and so much more!
We’ve compiled this list so that you can stop endlessly searching for the wedding venues Wollongong, Bowral, and the South Coast have to offer. Instead, we’ll walk you through everything your heart might desire in a wedding venue. One of these venues offers the use of vintage cars and horse-drawn carriages, while another has pristine oceanfront views.
Without further ado, here are the best of the best South Coast NSW wedding venues!
A contemporary Southern Highlands venue with sweeping views of Mount Gibraltar and landscaped grounds. Couples can exchange vows lakeside or in the light-filled Gallery, then celebrate in the 420 sqm Ballroom (seating up to 150, or 280 cocktail-style). With an open terrace, stylish bar spaces, and endless photo opportunities, it offers a polished yet relaxed setting for a memorable wedding.
Experience Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral's charm in the Southern Highlands' rolling hills. It perfectly combines nature's splendour and contemporary sophistication for an unmatched wedding setting. Whether it's a lakeside vow exchange, reception in th Gallery with its sweeping views or capturing special moments on an 18-hole golf course, Gibraltar ensures a scenic and unforgettable wedding event.
Located in Central Tilba, NSW, this exclusive-use venue is set on 33 acres with sweeping ocean and hill views. It offers multiple outdoor and indoor spaces—think the Oceanview Terrace, fairy-lit gardens, stable courtyard—plus rustic, Tuscan-style touches throughout. Packages are all-inclusive (catering, floristry, styling), and the site includes a bridal cottage. It can host anything from intimate elopements to weddings for around 100–150 guests.
Fig Tree Park offers a stunning blend of elegance, rustic charm and coastal beauty, making it one of the top wedding locations in the region. This versatile venue provides breathtaking views, ideal for intimate ceremonies and lively wedding receptions. Fig Tree Park is the perfect choice if you're looking for a wedding location that combines natural beauty with exceptional service.
A chic, modern beachfront venue in Wollongong with sweeping ocean views and two bright reception rooms filled with natural light. Floor-to-ceiling windows, private balconies, and a sleek, pillar-free layout combine with elegant décor (fairy lights, chandeliers, stylish dancefloor) to deliver polished aesthetic. You’ll get excellent food, flexible package options, and standout service — plus amazing photo ops on the beach and at Wollongong Lighthouse.
Winner: Wedding Caterer of the year 2023 (NSW Regional)
City Beach Wedding & Events Venue is an oceanfront wedding venue situated on Wollongong’s breathtaking City Beach. This multi-award-winning venue offers an elegant space for couples to host their reception, with terrific service and tasty catering included. With numerous wedding packages, stunning beach views, this magnificent venue is ideal for any style of wedding.
A rainforest-retreat venue with on-site accommodation (39 rooms, up to 106 guests), versatile ceremony & reception spaces, and full wedding weekend capability. Choose the Tree Cathedral for your outdoor ceremony, then move into the Wedding Hall. All-inclusive packages cover food, styling, pre- and post-wedding events, and there are luxe touches like a spa, gardens, and multiple areas for photo ops.
Located on nine acres of rainforest and a mere 10 minutes drive from the Kiama coastline, The Lodge is a truly spectacular wedding venue. With accommodation for you and your guests, a spacious wedding hall, and a romantic chapel this venue can take you from ceremony to reception in elegant style. Enjoy an immersive two-day wedding experience facilitated by the expert team from The Lodge.
A beachfront venue with modern amenities and ocean views, ideal if you want your ceremony, reception, and stay all in one place. Features include The Deck or Admirals Terrace for ocean-facing ceremonies; a pillar-free Grand Ballroom and smaller Norfolk Room for receptions; in-house catering; on-site accommodation; and several wedding packages that can be tailored.
Nestled in the scenic North Wollongong of New South Wales, Novotel Wollongong Northbeach stands tall as a beacon of unparalleled wedding elegance. Boasting breathtaking ocean views and a reputation for exceptional service, this award-winning venue has cemented its status as one of Illawarra’s most prestigious wedding destinations.
A winery venue on the Far South Coast, set on 250 acres of vineyards with mountain views and multiple photo-worthy locations. Ceremonies can be outdoors on-site, receptions in the restaurant; food is customised (sit-down or cocktail style). The venue offers exclusive use of the grounds and restaurant, plus onsite accommodation in The Homestead (9 guests) or Vineyard Cottage (4 guests). Features include full table settings, a personal wedding planner, and trusted local suppliers.
A fully restored 19th-century manor on the NSW South Coast, set across three acres of gardens. The estate offers exclusive use during weddings and includes indoor and outdoor ceremony/reception options (marquee, pavilion, conservatory, courtyard, rotunda), a bridal salon, pool, tennis court, and accommodation for up to 18 guests across the Manor House, The Stables & Bateman Cottage. Ideal for venue-takeover weddings with all the bells & whistles.
A rustic-chic country venue in Terara, Shoalhaven, that comes with its own marquee (300 m²), commercial kitchen, and lush gardens. It accommodates up to ~150 guests for both ceremony & reception, supports third-party suppliers, and provides on-site boutique lodgings. Perfect if you want a flexible, relaxed setting where you can style things your way with scenery and service already in place.
Embrace the countryside aesthetic with this lovely winery wedding venue, the Centennial Vineyards Restaurant. Its restaurant and courtyard give off that rustic and Tuscan vibe, getting you and your guests in the mood to enjoy a beautiful night of revelry. Add the relaxed rural feel and secluded location to the mix, and you’ve got yourself the most romantic evening of your life.
Nestled amid rolling green hills and sprawling vines on the outskirts of Bowral, Centennial Vineyards Restaurant offers a picturesque setting for romantic country weddings near Sydney, with a Tuscan-inspired courtyard and rustic-style restaurant. This much-loved winery wedding venue is renowned for its bespoke food menus, exceptional service, and award-winning cool-climate wines.
Are you looking for that perfect rustic country wedding venue? The Woolshed in Yalla has such charming decor with rusty iron walls, warm, open fireplaces, and a classic hardwood look, giving your wedding ceremony a comforting and inviting atmosphere.
Beautiful, rustic wedding venue with open fireplaces
Innovative facilities & impeccable service
Signature Grazing Tables
With its unique combination of rustic elegance and historical beauty, The Woolshed Yallah offers a beautiful setting for rustic country weddings near Sydney. You’ll love The Woolshed’s delicious in-house catering by Fine Spun Group, bespoke ceremony and reception packages, and exceptional service for your wedding day in the Illawarra.
The Grange could be exactly what you’ve been searching for.
A favourite among those planning a South Coast wedding, this venue is renowned for its beautiful surrounds, exceptional customer service, and its wide variety of wedding packages to suit events of all shapes, sizes and budgets.
Whatever you envision for your special day, the functions manager at The Grange will ensure your wedding is exactly what you always hoped it would be.
The Grange offers an exquisite blend of timeless charm and modern luxury, making it the perfect choice for couples seeking an elegant country wedding venue. With versatile spaces, impeccable service, and picturesque surroundings, The Grange sets the stage for unforgettable wedding celebrations. Discover a world away at The Grange, where every detail is tailored to create your dream wedding.
For those searching for the perfect South Coast wedding venue, Headlands Austinmer Beach is well worth a second look.
This stunning beachfront venue features spectacular views, elegant decor, and the ability to host intimate weddings and lavish soirees of up to 360 cocktail guests.
Whatever you envision for your special day, the dedicated team behind Headlands Austinmer Beach can bring your wedding dreams to life.
And, with on-site apartments available, why not make a weekend out of your wedding at Headlands Austinmer Beach? Find out more here.
Headlands Austinmer Beach is a stunning waterfront wedding venue nestled on New South Wales’ sunkissed south coast just an hour from Sydney. It boasts stylish, chic décor, exquisite floor-to-ceiling windows, an abundance of nearby ceremony locations, and that quintessential coastal charm. Couples flock to Headlands for the panoramic sea views, sun-drenched balconies, and luxe onsite accommodation.
The Woods Farm is a luxury country wedding venue if we’ve ever seen one. We’re talking rustic sheds, an out-of-a-fairytale garden, outdoor and indoor pools, a courtyard barbeque, and luxurious tents and bedroom cottages to accommodate your guests. Even better, the DIY option means you get to bring your dream wedding to life in all of its intricate details.
Breath-taking rustic bush chapel with driftwood archway
Wedding Shed with indoor and outdoor options
onsite accommodation for you and your guests
The Woods Farm is an idyllic, luxury country wedding venue located only minutes from the stunning Jervis Bay. Nestled on a sprawling 40-acre farm, this charming country venue in New South Wales offers a beautiful setting for your wedding, with a rustic shed for relaxed receptions, a bush chapel, a gorgeous French-style garden, and onsite accommodation.
Hailed as a five-star supplier on Easy Weddings, The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan is a favourite among those planning a South Coast wedding.
This venue is renowned for its spectacular surrounds, wide variety of ceremony and function spaces, and its endless photography opportunities throughout the 1000 acre property.
The Australian Botanic Garden is more than just a stunning wedding venue. Every booking directly supports vital conservation and research, funding the work of scientists dedicated to protecting Australia’s unique flora for generations to come. By celebrating yo
If your ultimate fairytale is a beach wedding where you can taste the salt in the air and feel the sand beneath your feet, you’ll love The Cove in Jervis Bay. Just picture a sandy beach, clear water, Australian bushland, outdoor activities, and glistening fairy lights, all in a secluded spot in Booderee National Park. This venue surely takes intimate weddings to the next level!
Location-surround by ocean waters & luscious bushland!
Exclusive venue hire!
You get to create the perfect wedding wonderland!
Your celebration is also a private vacation!
The Cove Jervis Bay is an exquisite, ocean-side wedding venue nestled in the heart of Booderee National Park. With your own personal beach, surrounded by Australia’s gorgeous natural bushland, you and your guests will feel instantly relaxed and ready to celebrate. If complete privacy, glowing fairy lights and soaring horizons are what you’re after, The Cove Jervis Bay is the venue for you.
Winner of three esteemed Brides Choice Awards, the Diamonds Reception Centre boasts supreme quality and service. If you’ve always dreamed of a wedding by a lake and beach, you’ll treasure your wedding shots with the clear lake and native trees in the background! Nothing says romance like glittering fairy lights and a spacious gazebo in a beautiful garden.
Diamonds Reception Centre, on NSW’s South Coast, is a premium wedding reception venue offering stunning water views, stellar catering, and impeccable customer service. Situated 20 minutes south of Wollongong, this beautiful setting is an ideal wedding reception venue for couples who love the beach. And with all-inclusive packages, innovative menus, and delicious beverages, what's not to love?
Hailed as a five-star supplier on Easy Weddings, Ruby’s Mount Kembla could be exactly what you’ve been searching for.
A favourite among couples located on the South Coast of New South Wales, this historic venue has undergone careful restoration to ensure truly magical weddings are hosted within their walls.
Ruby’s Mount Kembla caters for both intimate weddings and larger soirees of up to 120 guests, so there’s something for everyone at this highly sought-after venue.
To find out more about Ruby’s Mount Kembla, we recommend visiting their Easy Weddings storefront. See more here.
Situated on a private 75-are estate, Roberton Pubic House Rustic Weddings is a popular choice among those seeking to say ‘I do’ on the South Coast of New South Wales.
This venue allows couples the opportunity to host their ceremony, photoshoot, and reception of up to 120 seated guests or up to 200 cocktail guests in the one stunning location – so you and your guests needn’t rush between venues on the big day.
Located among pretty rolling hills in the quaint town of Robertson, our wedding venue and services capture the romance and rustic charm of the Southern Highlands.
It’s where elegance meets affordability.
The Misty Mountain Barn is the perfect blank paper that you can use to sketch all of the details of your Pinterest wedding mood board! Enjoy a stunning bay and mountain view as you and your SO promise to love each other through thick and thin. As if that isn’t enough, the venue has elegant chandeliers, vintage decor, and cozy caravans and tents for your guests to spend the night comfortably.
Beautiful Cottage Accommodation plus camping availlable
Misty Mountain Barn is a gorgeous, rustic dry hire wedding venue nestled in New South Wales’ lush highlands of Sassafras. It boasts stunning panoramic views, slick black exteriors, twinkling chandeliers, exquisite vintage decor, and several irresistible accommodation options. For a striking blank canvas, ambient glamping opportunities, and woodland charm, look no further than Misty Mountain Barn.
If you’re going for a rustic-chic-themed wedding, the Stableford Function Centre might just be the perfect venue for you. After all, it’s the product of blending the country charm aesthetic with the modern function rooms. Just picture how perfect those wedding photos will be with the rolling green as a backdrop!
All-inclusive packages, zero stress wedding planning
Dreamy outdoor garden ceremonies with mountain views
Private pre-wedding suite available + VIP entry
Luxury resort accommodation just 500m from venue
Stableford blends luxe country charm with all-inclusive ease. Think gardens for your vows, spa-side resort stays for guests, and a seamless package designed for stress-free celebrations.
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