Best Wedding Venues In Melbourne Near Me

4worldlovers:
Established in 1987 and still owned and operated by the same family, we provide an unforgettable experience on your wedding day.

Located at the foothills of the Yarra Valley, you will find everything you had dreamed of in the one location at Ballara.

For your ceremony, select from our on-site chapel or one of many locations in our secluded English gardens.


With so many photo opportunities on-site, there is no need for you to leave Ballara in order to capture all those magical moments.

Wander around the lake to discover our cascading waterfall, giant swing, lakeside jetty, rustic LOVE letters and rose arbours to name a few, without the hassle and stress of going to additional locations.

Relax and enjoy the reception in our enchanting ballroom – with sparkling chandeliers, large central dance floor and windows looking out to the fairy lit gardens.

No two weddings are the same, so we would love to tailor a package and quote to suit you and to find out what’s important for your wedding day?

Our team is here for you from your first inspection, throughout the planning process and on the big day to ensure everything comes together for you.

We look forward to the opportunity to discuss your wedding plans and ideas.

Contact us to organise an appointment and see why you should choose Ballara Wedding Receptions for your special day.

Our Melbourne wedding venue is open 7 days a week and we would be delighted to show you everything Ballara has to offer.

Our elegant ballroom is the perfect backdrop for your reception, seating 60 to 160 guests.

Select from our sit down, cocktail, grazing or high tea style packages to create the reception of your dreams.

Unlimited photo opportunities and exclusive use of Ballara makes us a ‘one-stop-shop’ for your idyllic day

Choose from idyllic garden backdrops to the lake and waterfall to stunning fairy lights at night shots

Celebrate all of life’s special occasions in style – including corporate events, birthdays and anniversaries

We believe in going above and beyond for our clients so that their events exceed all expectations

Ballara is a family owned and operated business established in 1987. Our experience and professionalism has earned us one of the best reputations in the industry.

You are able to hold your ceremony, then take advantage of the endless photo opportunities within our manicured gardens and end with a fabulous celebration with family and friends all in the one location.

4worldlovers: What a fabulous tour and High Tea we had today. The owners are very personable and kind to share the history of their home with the community. Thank you so much for a wonderful afternoon! Highly recommended.

We had our wedding ceremony here last week and it was perfect! We had never heard of this place until we started our wedding planning but we are so happy we found it. Such a beautiful place and the staff are wonderful, they helped to make sure everything ran so smoothly. Stunning grounds for photos too.

Thank you for helping to make our wedding day so perfect! Sarah E. - September 2022

What a great day, we did the tour of the castle which we had pleasure of meeting the family that live here., before enjoying a beautiful hightea. I'm am vegan and the vegan food was so yummy.

Most amazing venue to get married at. You have everything you need onsite from accommodation to ceremony and reception options. Its perfect. Everyone who works there goes above and beyond to make your day perfect. Love love love Jasna F. - APRIL 2019

First and foremost I want to give you a big shout out to Overnewton Castle for their amazing services and fairytale wedding venue. I thank every single one of you kind hearted souls so dearly and for making my wedding day so special and run so smoothly. All thanks to you, I had the most magical experience ever! I cannot thank you enough for all your hard efforts and patience in the process of planning and executing all my requests effortlessly. I am so grateful for coming across such kind and warm hearted people. Your services have exceeded my expectations and I can’t thank you enough for your extra kindness and compassion you have given me on my wedding day. Lots of love Hatice S - JANUARY 2022

What a fabulous tour and High Tea we had today. The owners are very personable and kind to share the history of their home with the community. Thank you so much for a wonderful afternoon! Highly recommended. Megan C. - JANUARY 2022

4worldlovers: Thanks to all the staff at Wattle Park. You’re flexibility and attentiveness through our wedding preparations and on the day were exceptional. We had the absolute best day of our lives!!!!!!!!! Couldn’t be happier. This was the perfect wedding reception venue for us in Melbourne and we will cherish every moment we spent at the chalet. Thank you so much