About
Pioneer Country is a private 170-acre hinterland estate and fifth-generation cattle property owned by the Sullivan family since 1892, located in Tweed Heads South, 10 minutes from the Gold Coast Airport and local beaches. The venue features a plantation-style chapel, a large reception barn that seats up to 220 guests, and multiple outdoor ceremony locations including rolling hills with ocean views.
Key features and offerings include: - A 48-hour exclusive-use package that allows for setup the day before and vehicle retrieval the following morning.
- A licensed reception barn featuring recycled 100-year-old beams, fairy lights, Punkah fans, and three wood-burning fireplaces.
- In-house catering with farm-to-table, paddock-to-plate menus including canapés, plated dining, grazing stations, and wood-fired pizzas.
- A midnight liquor license and live music license until 12 AM.
- On-site amenities such as a bridal retreat, premium tableware, white bentwood chairs, and an in-house PA system.
- Professional wedding planning services, including an in-house coordinator and detailed run sheets.
- Specialized packages for full weddings, elopements, mini-matrimonies, and ceremony-only events.
- On-site overnight parking where vehicles can be collected by 8:00 AM the next day.