Bendooley Estate — Berrima, Southern Highlands

There is truly nothing quite like Bendooley Estate. The stone architecture, the Book Barn lined with shelves, the soft Highlands light across the lake — it’s romantic without trying too hard. It holds that beautiful balance of elegance and warmth, where everything feels considered but never stiff. It’s the kind of venue that carries a quiet confidence — timeless, refined, and effortlessly memorable.

What do we love about it? Honestly… everything.

From the staff to the management, the grounds to the architecture — every detail is considered, refined and completely dialled in. When you book here, you don’t have to worry about a single thing. It just flows. Seamlessly. Professionally. Beautifully.

Book Barn is the OG. The way the stunning book room transforms into a reception space is something so unique and authentic — it feels warm, intentional and completely on brand for so many of our couples. Ceremony by the lakeside, canapés overlooking the water, then up to the Barn for reception? It’s magic.

And if the weather turns? You’re covered. Lakeside has protection and The Vine Room is always there as the perfect backup — ticking every single box.

If you’re getting married at The Stables, it’s just as incredible. One location. No moving parts. No logistical chaos. Everything in one beautifully designed space. As musicians, we love it because we can set once and simply transition inside — effortless.

The architecture across both venues is timeless. Elevated. Iconic.

You genuinely can’t go wrong here. These guys feel like family to us, and it shows in everything they do