About
Tanilba House (1831) is a state heritage-listed, multi-award-winning wedding and function centre located on a three-acre estate overlooking the bay in Port Stephens, NSW. As the oldest original home in the area, the convict-built stone homestead features half-metre-thick walls, high ceilings, and extensive verandahs. The venue specializes in boutique, personal weddings for up to 90 people, offering elopement, traditional, and DIY packages.
Key features and facilities include: - A large all-weather conservatory overlooking fields and the bay
- Three acres of manicured, whimsical gardens featuring thousands of fairy lights
- A ceremony area known as the fig tree cathedral, formed by two circa 160-year-old fig trees
- Historically significant garden elements, including arguably the oldest olive tree in Australia, an ancient Bunya pine, and a wisteria-covered pergola
- Flexible catering options, including traditional high teas served in the conservatory, formal dinner packages, or BYO supplier arrangements
- On-site amenities such as guest overnight accommodation in the historic maids and servants quarters, a bridal/groom's suite, and off-street parking