Weddings your way: Why more couples are choosing an Oaks wedding

Dreaming of a wedding that also feels like a getaway (without the stress of a long-haul flight)? Oaks might just be your perfect match. Couples who choose an Oaks wedding are usually after one thing with wedding planning: ease.

From intimate elopements to grand celebrations that include all the bells and whistles, Oaks venues across Australia (and overseas) are designed to make your wedding planning journey seamless.

Natural beauty and effortless celebration

Every Oaks venue comes with its own stunning and unique signature backdrop. For couples that want their backdrop to be part of the aesthetic, Oaks wedding venues tick that off the list.

From lakeside to beachside to vineyard, whichever vibe you’ve been searching for, there’s an Oaks venue for it.

• Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort (Hunter Valley): Rolling vineyards and sweeping views of the Brokenback Range.
• Oaks Port Douglas Resort: Tropical, resort-style bliss perfect for couples craving a relaxed, beachy vibe.
• Oaks Lake Crackenback Resort: Snowy Mountains magic with lakeside views made for romantic, elevated celebrations.
• Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort: A tropical resort with inclusions that suit the tiny tots to the grandparents.

Whether you’re saying “I do” by the water, among the vines, or with mountains behind you, Oaks venues bring the romance naturally.

All-in-one wedding venues

Does the thought of organising a venue, a wedding planner, furniture, styling, and everything in between overwhelm you? That is where Oaks steps in. Everything is done, and everyone one can stay in the one place.

An Oaks wedding is a wedding weekender, where the celebration stretches beyond the ceremony, and can become a multi-day affair without the hassle of having to find everyone a place to stay.

What does Oaks provide?

• On-site accommodation for the couple and their guests
• Restaurants, bars, and spas to keep everyone entertained
• Leisure facilities for a full holiday feel
• Ceremony and reception spaces all in the same destination

No buses. No logistics. No stress. Just one seamless experience from welcome drinks to recovery brunch.

Your vision with the Oaks wedding twist

At Oaks, the team understand that every wedding is different. The venues have been designed with flexibility in mind.

What couples love:

• Dedicated on-site event coordinators who walk you through every detail
• Versatile indoor and outdoor spaces that suit intimate gatherings or big celebrations
• Flexible wedding packages with the option to upgrade and tailor your day
• Group accommodation discounts for guests
• Connections to trusted suppliers for styling, photography, videography and entertainment
• Space for every moment, including proposals, rehearsal dinners, pre-wedding parties and post-wedding brunches

Oaks Lake Crackenback Resort

Dreaming of a wedding with snowcapped mountains in the rugged beauty of the Snowy Mountains? Romance and nature come together at Oaks Lake Crackenback Resort. With shimmering lake views and pristine mountain air, your family and loved ones are about to be blown away by your location wedding.

Perfect for couples who want an elevated alpine celebration, Oaks Lake Crackenback Resort provides:

• Lakeside ceremonies with Snowy Mountains views
• Venues like the Lakeview Park Stage, Village Green, and Cuisine Restaurant
• Accommodation, spa treatments and adventure activities for a true celebration retreat

From city to the beaches: The Oaks Vibe

Across all Oaks wedding properties: Hunter Valley, Lake Crackenback, Melbourne, Port Douglas and the Sunshine Coast, the settings are vastly different but the vibe is always the same. Oaks weddings are romantic, scenic, and joyfully relaxed.

From vineyards to beaches to lakes and mountains, each venue offers a refined yet laid-back atmosphere where couples and guests can truly unwind and celebrate together.

Oaks weddings Honeymoon Offer

A wedding package with a great perk? That’s an offer that Oaks is looking to give its future couples.

Those who book their wedding at Oaks will receive a complimentary five-night honeymoon stay in a location of your choice around: Australia, New Zealand, or Thailand (for larger celebrations).

Here’s how it works: Simply book your wedding at select Oaks Venues*;

Spend $10,000+

• Enjoy 5 nights complimentary accommodation at any Oaks property in Australia or New Zealand.

Spend $45,000+

• Receive 5 nights in Thailand, including return flights for two, with stays available at Minor Hotels properties like luxury Anantara resorts in Koh Samui or Phuket.

* Available for weddings booked and held by 31 December 2026. 

It’s one less thing to plan, and the perfect way to slip from “Just married” into “Honeymooning.”

Keep the celebration going with your Honeymoon at Oaks

Planning a honeymoon straight after your wedding celebrations? Why not keep it going at Oaks? Think about it, you celebrate your dream wedding, and the honeymoon is already there? No extra planning, no extra stress, just instant bliss and relaxation.

Plus, couples love the range of destinations:

• A romantic domestic escape like Port Douglas, Lake Crackenback, the Sunshine Coast or the Hunter Valley
• Or a luxury Thai getaway surrounded by beaches, cocktails, and world-class service
  It’s unbeatable value and convenience rolled into one.

*Terms and conditions apply. See https://www.oakshotels.com/en/weddings for full details.