Dandenong Ranges

Planned to head to Europe for your original wedding plans? We have the most special location for you. There is absolutely nothing like this in wider Melbourne and we feel privileged to be able to create elopements and casual micro weddings here. With stunning views and all the touches of Tuscany you would not believe you were standing in Australia.

Would suit couples that:

• Love the feel and look of Tuscany/Europe

• Love architecture, nature, views or all 3

• Seek dry and wet weather options

• Seek onsite accommodation (for the couple only)

• Note this location can not provide a reception and numbers are capped here at 20 people max for ceremony only

Probably one of the best kept secrets in the hills beyond the Yarra Valley is the forest of Californian Redwood. A few kilometres outside Warburton, this forest is a special and stunning place to be married. The canopy of the trees offers the ability to be married here all year round, even in rain you won’t be drenched. If you’re a person that loves nature (and like us, symmetrical tree lines) this is an epic place to be married and well worth the drive. We recommend being married here then staying locally, which we can arrange for you with our local contacts as a part of a special redwood package we have put together.

Would suit couples that:

• Are adventurers, that love nature (if you’re worried about your dress getting dirty this isn’t the place for you, but #worthit)

• Love the fresh air, rivers and national park vibes

• Don’t mind colder weather (it’s super cold here in winter but still stunning) and a great spot for summer because it’s cooler within the tree canopy and down by the river

• Note - this location does not have toilets, we are limited to ceremony only here and the portrait session for the couple only

The Log Cabin Ranch is a DIY venue that offers some truly beautiful features like onsite stables chapel, dining under the festoons in the warmer months and log cabin style reception room adorned with fairy lights. Not to mention the resident pet donkey, sheep and beautiful friendly deer, Fawn.
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Log Cabin elopements are exclusive to Elope Aus, access to this venue is very limited so we feel lucky to be here, Log Cabin ranch is part of our Premium Venue offer due to its exclusivity. Fully inclusive micro weddings with music and much more here start at $17,990.

Would suit couples that:

• Love a rustic and natural aesthetic

• Would love the option for an outdoor wedding; dine under the festoon lighting with micro wedding packages

• Love some photos with the animals, donkey, and deer onsite

• Love nature

• Want to create something truly styled, we can provide our style package here with bespoke wedding choices down to the cutlery colours and table scape options, ask us how

Gum Gully Farm is located at the gateway to the Yarra Valley. Lots of love, dedication and extremely hard work has gone into the creation of Gum Gully Farm. With a mud brick feature building, recycled timbers and a collection of old artefacts throughout, creating a warm and intimate space for you to enjoy surrounded by animals.

Would suit couples that:

• Want an elopement only option with exclusive access to a property not otherwise available

• Love animals - there is a paddock full of friendly deer you can feed and at the right time you may meet a baby goat or sheep along with the resident geese and chickens.

• Want a rustic feel

• Would love a place to themselves

We are so thrilled to bring you ‘The Stables’ - a unique and tranquil glamping experience like no other!

A perfect luxury glamping elopement experience awaits. This adults only space is surrounded by nature, beautiful views and stunning sunsets. Includes your own indoor/outdoor oasis with deluxe bell tent with heating, queen bed, stylish furnishings, wood burning fires, music, games and farm animals to keep you entertained! Picnic Hampers & Breakfast boxes also available. After so many glamping elopement requests we’re so excited to have partnered with The Stables to add this glamping experience to our elopement package offer.

Would suit couples that:

• Love a rustic and natural aesthetic with a little bit of luxury and style thrown in

• Would love the option for an outdoor elopement with a wet weather option either way - amazing views from all angles

• Love nature and feeling like you’re a million years away from the hustle and bustle of the city for your special day

• Want to create a beautiful and unique experience just for yourselves (or a few witnesses) for your intimate wedding

A gorgeous Airbnb location right in the midst of the Dandenong Ranges. If fernery and towering mountain ash trees and nature are your vibe this gorgeous spot would be perfect for you. As this is essentially a private estate we can only do micro weddings here for up to 15 with only the couple to stay onsite in the 1 bedroom accommodation. We can suggest plenty of local dining options for you and your guests or bring in a grazing box just for the two of you to enjoy by the fireplace after your elopement.

Would suit couples that:

• Love nature

• Love the fresh air and greenery

• Don’t mind colder weather (in Autumn through Spring (it’s chilly here in winter but still stunning)

• Seek accommodation for their elopement

• Seek a micro wedding up to 15

The perfect location to marry on site in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges. Be treated to a delicious Asian fusion menu in one of their private dining spaces on site. With floor to ceiling windows & doors, your reception will overlook the lush green gardens and bush land backdrop that the Dandenongs is known for. Available for outdoor ceremonies (with gorgeous wet weather options and there are plenty of lovely backdrops for wedding photography. Venue spaces include a main function room, covered deck areas for dining and ceremonies, two private VIP Pavilions for private dining for smaller groups.

Would suit couples that:

• Want to marry and dine in the one location

• Love the fresh air and greenery

• Want an Asian menu

• Seek an elopement or micro wedding up to 120

There is plenty of local spaces in this area you can be married that are truly special. Here are images from two places we love to marry couples in the area. We can hook you up with accommodation too.
Walking trails wind through these scenic, wooded garden parks with a boathouse, waterfalls & islands in one, which is stunning in Autumn, the other has some amazing structural trees and plenty of secret photo spots we know of in the area!

Would suit couples that:

• Adventurous couples, nature lovers

• Seek somewhere special and different to be married

• Like nature (if you’re worried about your dress getting dirty these parks are not an ideal choice - #butworthit)

• Happy to walk a hill to get to their elopement spot (you will need flats - it’s worth it)

  • This is perfect for elopements with just the couple or a few guests

  • Not an ideal location for people with limited mobility

  • Has no wet weather plan (we can help you change locations last minute if required)

  • Require a park permit payable by the couple