Winter weddings at Elysian Hills

Why Winter at Elysian Hills Might Just Be the Best Wedding Decision You'll Make

Golden light, clear skies, and award-winning beauty—this Tweed hinterland location is made for moments like this.

If you’re newly engaged and dreaming about the where of it all—where you’ll say your vows, celebrate with loved ones, and capture the photos you’ll treasure for decades—let us introduce you to a place that feels like it was designed for days exactly like yours.

Welcome to Elysian Hills.

Set high in the Tweed hinterland, surrounded by ancient rainforest and rolling open lawns, Elysian Hills is an award-winning wedding venue that balances natural beauty with understated luxury. It’s private, expansive, and impossibly photogenic—and in winter, it truly comes alive.

A Season for Light, Stillness, and Golden Skies

Many couples overlook winter when planning their wedding. But here, it might just be the best-kept secret.

The days are long and warm, the skies wide and clear, and the air—fresh from the hills—brings a sense of calm that’s hard to replicate. Humidity drops, the light softens, and the pace of everything slows.

Winter at Elysian Hills offers space to breathe, golden-hour light that lingers, and the kind of gentle atmosphere that makes a wedding feel intimate without ever feeling small.

Whether you’re picturing a barefoot ceremony on the lawn, a long-table reception under the sky, or sunset portraits with the hinterland behind you—this is the season to make it happen.

Beautifully Designed for Whatever the Weather Brings

Of course, even with all that sunshine, winter can sometimes surprise you with a shower. That’s why Elysian Hills has been designed with effortless weather transitions that don’t compromise the experience.

The Pavilion

One of the most-loved features on the property, the Pavilion is a covered, open-air space that blends comfort with connection to the outdoors. It’s ideal for ceremonies, cocktail hours, or even receptions—rain-safe, wind-safe, and completely breathtaking.

Solid-roofed and surrounded by open sides, it keeps your celebration light-filled and atmospheric, even when the weather shifts.

Indoor Reception & Dance Room

When a fully enclosed space is needed—whether for dancing, speeches, or formal dinners—this warm, adaptable interior offers a blank canvas. Stylish without being sterile, it flows easily into the rest of the venue and gives you a sense of celebration without feeling closed in.

Photography That Glows—Naturally

Winter brings something truly special to the lens: clarity, softness, and a kind of cinematic glow that only this season delivers.

At Elysian Hills, the photo opportunities are endless:

·      Sun-drenched lawns for golden hour couple sessions

·      Walking tracks lined with rainforest for misty, magical moments

·      Panoramic ridgeline views that stretch into the distance

·      The Pavilion at dusk, lit by candles and festoon lights

·      Quiet forest edges that create drama and intimacy

No matter your style—romantic, editorial, or something in between—this is a location that flatters every frame.

Why Elysian Hills is Winning Hearts (and Awards)

This isn’t just a beautiful place—it’s one that’s been thoughtfully reimagined for couples who want more than just a view.

Already nationally awarded, Elysian Hills is recognised for its exceptional layout, natural elegance, and guest experience. It offers space without feeling overwhelming, luxury without fuss, and planning support that actually puts couples at ease.

Everything has been designed to flow—from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception—without ever losing sight of what really matters: the people, the place, and the feeling it leaves behind.

To the Newly Engaged: Here’s What You Should Know

If you’re in the early stages of planning, here’s a gentle truth: a warm winter’s day can be the most beautiful wedding setting you didn’t know you needed.

At Elysian Hills, winter means golden light, fresh air, and wide open skies. It means slow afternoons, glowing landscapes, and the freedom to truly enjoy every moment. And with wet weather planning built in, it means peace of mind, no matter what the forecast says.

So if you’re dreaming of a wedding that’s elegant but grounded, natural yet elevated—this is a place worth discovering.

Because sometimes, the best wedding days don’t happen at the peak of summer.
Sometimes, they happen in the golden stillness of winter.