About
Swallowfield Vineyards is a family-owned 150-acre boutique vineyard and private estate located in Gembrook, Victoria, approximately one hour from Melbourne CBD. The DIY-friendly venue offers exclusive use of the property for one wedding per weekend, allowing couples to choose their own caterers, alcohol, and suppliers. Key features and amenities include: - Ceremony locations: Options include beneath oak trees, on a lawn overlooking a water feature, in a pine forest, on a paved patio, or within a renovated rustic barn.
- Reception space: Converted vintage stables featuring a commercial kitchen, refrigeration, a fully equipped bar, an open log fireplace, retractable double doors, and a dance floor.
- Capacity: Accommodates up to 100 guests for a sit-down reception or up to 130 (some sources say 150) for a cocktail-style event.
- Included items: Use of tables, chairs, arbors, crockery, cutlery, and glassware is included in the hire fee.
- Photography locations: The property features multiple vineyards, two ornamental lakes, pine forests, rolling fields, native bushland, and a helicopter pad.
- Policies: Standard wedding hire is for 5-6 hours plus bump in/out time, with micro wedding packages available for up to 50 guests.