Planning a wedding in the Macedon Ranges

About an hour north-west of Melbourne along the Calder Freeway, the Macedon Ranges are known for grand old gardens, country estates, cool-climate wineries and the landmark of Hanging Rock. Venues range from historic homesteads to modern barns.

21wedding venues listed
1 hr 30 mintypical drive from Melbourne
14with accommodation on site
19host the ceremony on site

What the venues are like

The most common styles in the Macedon Ranges are garden, estate and homestead and winery. Venues are spread across 14 towns and suburbs, with the most in Mount Macedon, Lancefield and Carlsruhe. Tap a style to see those venues with filters.

Garden16 venues · guide
Estate and homestead15 venues · guide
Winery10 venues
Rustic and barn9 venues · guide
Restaurant3 venues
Hotel2 venues
Hall2 venues

When to marry here

Autumn is spectacular in the gardens around Mount Macedon. The area is noticeably cooler than Melbourne, with frosty winter mornings, so check heating and indoor options from May to September.

Getting there and staying over

Woodend, Kyneton and Gisborne have accommodation, and V/Line trains on the Bendigo line stop at several towns in the ranges.

The closest venue to the city is Marnong Estate in Mickleham, about 40 min away. The furthest is Taradale House Estate in Taradale, about 1 hr 15 min. Drive times are estimates from each suburb.

14 venues here say guests can stay on site:

Craignair Mount MacedonMount Macedon · 80 seated
Glen Erin at LancefieldLancefield · 150 seated
Paramoor -Carlsruhe · 110 seated
The Estate TrenthamTrentham · 60 seated
Hedge FarmCarlsruhe
Marnong EstateMickleham · 200 seated
Cammeray WatersWoodend
Camp David Farm Reading RetreatSpring Hill

See all 14 with accommodation.

Guest numbers and cost

6 venues publish a seated capacity, from 60 at The Estate Trentham to 200 at Marnong Estate. For a size-by-size list across the state, see choosing a venue by guest numbers.

2 of 21 publish a starting price. The lowest:

Hedge FarmCarlsruhe · Venue hire from $2,800
Craignair Mount MacedonMount Macedon · Venue hire from $6,500

Starting prices usually apply to the quietest days and smallest packages. Compare like with like using per person or venue hire, and see what venues across Victoria cost.

Good to know

Many estates are hired exclusively, which can mean bringing in your own caterer. Check what is included.
Fog is common on winter mornings around Mount Macedon, so build travel time into the day.
Accommodation is limited on peak weekends, so share options with guests early.

Questions couples ask

How many wedding venues are there in the Macedon Ranges?

Where I Do lists 21 venues in the Macedon Ranges. Every listing is checked against the venue's own website.

Which wedding venues in the Macedon Ranges have accommodation?

14 venues say guests can stay on site, including Craignair Mount Macedon, Glen Erin at Lancefield and Paramoor -.

What do wedding venues in the Macedon Ranges cost?

Of 21 venues, 2 publish a starting price. Venue hire starts from $2,800. The rest quote on enquiry.

Which wedding venues in the Macedon Ranges hold the most guests?

The largest published seated capacity is 200 at Marnong Estate. The smallest is 60 at The Estate Trentham.

How far is the Macedon Ranges from Melbourne?

Most venues here are about 1 hr 30 min by car from central Melbourne. The closest is Marnong Estate, about 40 min away, and the furthest is Taradale House Estate, about 1 hr 15 min.

When you are ready to get in touch, take these questions with you. Or browse all 21 venues in Macedon Ranges with filters.