Friday
Arrive, settle in and set up without rushing.
Private 80-acre Hunter Valley estate
An exclusive-use Hunter Valley wedding venue for the whole weekend.
Three days. Two nights. One wedding. Your food, your drinks, your people.
Friday to Sunday · Up to 13 staying onsite · BYO food and drinks · One wedding at a time
Exclusive-use wedding weekend
$8,800 including GST
Three days, two nights: Friday arrival and setup, Saturday wedding, Sunday pack-down and departure. One wedding at a time, the whole 80 acres, with onsite accommodation for up to 13 included. Catering, bar and hire are yours to choose and priced separately.
Recognised across leading wedding and tourism platforms.
WedShed Approved
Featured on Bridebook
Wedlockers Endorsed Vendor
Listed with ATDW
Arrive Friday. Leave Sunday.
A whole weekend, not only a reception.
Arrive Friday with time to settle in. Wake up on the property with the people closest to you. Celebrate Saturday without another event waiting behind yours, then share an unhurried Sunday morning before everyone heads home.
Saturday
Get ready onsite and celebrate with the estate reserved for your wedding.
Sunday
Share breakfast and pack down at a sensible pace before leaving.
One wedding. One weekend. One property.
A property reserved for your wedding alone.
No other event, unrelated accommodation guests or public access during your exclusive-use booking. The venue team and your chosen suppliers are onsite as needed.
Approximately 80 acres, held for one wedding at a time
Exclusive use from Friday to Sunday, not a block of hours
Your food, your drinks, your suppliers, with no venue markup
For couples who want a private weekend with their people, not a six-hour reception.
The Film
See what a weekend at Adeline Estate could feel like.
Freedom without the guesswork
Freedom to choose, without being left to figure it out alone.
You choose your food, drinks and suppliers. We help you work through the layout, supplier access, timing and wet-weather plan, so flexible doesn't mean figuring everything out alone.
- Site layouts
- Supplier access
- Event timing
- Local supplier options
- Reception positioning
- Marquee planning
- Wet-weather backup
Adeline Estate is not a polished resort product. It is a rural farmhouse property with a rustic-luxe feel, and we tell you that upfront so you can plan with confidence.
Experiences
Whether you're planning a wedding, retreat or private gathering
Find the right fit below.
Wedding Weekends
An exclusive-use Hunter Valley wedding venue for the whole weekend. Three days, two nights, one wedding, with the freedom to choose your own food, drinks, suppliers and reception format.
- Exclusive use from Friday to Sunday, one wedding at a time
- Guest numbers are confirmed before you book
- 13 staying onsite for two nights, plus optional glamping to around 30
- Your caterer, food trucks and bar, with no venue markup
Retreats & Group Gatherings
For retreat hosts, facilitators, workshop leaders and group organisers planning a meaningful experience in a private setting.
- Private rural property with room to run your programme
- Flexible indoor and outdoor spaces for programming
- Farmhouse sleeps 9, plus two bell tents, extra glamping available
- Natural setting that supports group flow and connection
Private Stays & Getaways
A peaceful farmhouse escape in the Hunter Valley, perfect for couples, small groups and milestone celebrations. Privacy, atmosphere and no resort formality.
- Farmhouse sleeps 9, glamping extends capacity
- 159 reviews across Airbnb and Google · Airbnb 4.9 from 132 reviews · Google 5.0 from 27 reviews
- Peaceful rural setting with wildlife
- Fire pit, paddock views and natural surroundings
The Property
One property, and room for your people to stay.
Eighty acres of paddocks, gum trees and long views, with a fire pit, multiple ceremony settings and level ground for a marquee.
Existing accommodation sleeps up to 13: the farmhouse sleeps 9 and two bell tents sleep 4 between them. Additional glamping can be arranged, and guests are welcome to pitch their own tents.
Approximately 15 minutes from Cessnock, 10 minutes to the wineries, approximately 40 minutes from Newcastle and around two hours from Sydney. Visits are by appointment.
Farm & Nature
- Wildlife encounters: kangaroos at dawn and dusk
- Bush and paddock walks
- Sunrise and sunset viewing
- Star gazing with minimal light pollution
- Nature photography opportunities
- Fire pit gatherings
Gather & Celebrate
- Wedding ceremony and reception settings
- Private group gatherings and celebrations
- Workshop and facilitated session spaces
- Shared outdoor dining setups
- Evening campfire connection
- Recovery brunch and farewell gatherings
159 reviews across Airbnb and Google · Airbnb 4.9 from 132 reviews · Google 5.0 from 27 reviews · Listed on Visit NSW
Property quality and host communication, proven by guests.
“We were guests at a wedding at Adeline Estate and it was one of the most beautiful weddings I’ve been to. The couple had the whole property to themselves, no other events, no strangers wandering through, just their people. It’s right on the edge of Lovedale in the Hunter Valley, surrounded by paddocks and gum trees, and the whole thing felt so personal because they’d set it up exactly how they wanted, their own caterer and a mobile bar. Such a special place to celebrate.”
“What I loved most was that it never felt like a wedding that had to be squeezed into a few hours. Family and friends could arrive, settle in and actually spend time together before and after the wedding. Having accommodation onsite meant some of our closest family could stay together and enjoy the property for the whole weekend.”
“We then made our way to the marquee, where the bride and groom were introduced, and the celebrations continued in a warm and relaxed atmosphere. After the speeches and cake cutting, everyone gathered around the fire pit and dance area, where a live band created a fantastic atmosphere that had everyone dancing well into the evening.”
“One of the standout features was the glamping setup at the back of the property. Having the tents alongside a dedicated bathroom block was such a clever addition, allowing more guests to stay on-site comfortably. The outdoor spaces are equally impressive, with a beautiful fire pit surrounded by seating that became a perfect spot to relax and chat throughout the evening. The dedicated dance floor created an amazing atmosphere and kept everyone celebrating well into the night.”
“Beautiful location, stunning wedding venue and amazing glamping site. There was even kangaroos passing through just before sunset, absolutely stunning venue”
Free Guide
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Get our Private Venue Fit Guide, practical information to help you assess whether Adeline Estate suits your format, group and goals.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What does the $8,800 include?
$8,800 including GST for three days and two nights: exclusive use of the whole 80-acre property from Friday to Sunday, one wedding at a time, accommodation for up to 13 people for two nights, the homestead and kitchen, power and water, the amenities trailer and level marquee ground. No venue markup on food or alcohol, and no compulsory supplier list.
How long is exclusive use?
Friday to Sunday: three days and two nights. No other event, unrelated accommodation guests or public access during your exclusive-use booking. The venue team and your chosen suppliers are onsite as needed.
How many people can stay onsite?
Up to 13. The farmhouse sleeps 9 and two furnished bell tents sleep 4 between them, both included for the two nights. Additional glamping can be arranged for a wedding weekend. It is temporary, supplier-dependent, separately charged and not included in the $8,800 including GST venue hire, and the final number of tents depends on the supplier. With additional hired glamping or guest-pitched tents, overnight numbers can extend to up to 30 people in total, including the existing accommodation.
Can we supply our own alcohol?
Yes. You buy your own drinks, and there is no venue markup, corkage or beverage package. What is not opened stays yours.
What happens in heavy rain?
An externally hired, fully enclosed marquee is the option for dependable protection from heavy rain, strong wind or cold. Your reception setting, and the cover you want in reserve, are planned well before the weekend.
Where is Adeline Estate?
Adeline Estate is at 375 Sawyers Gully Road, Sawyers Gully NSW 2326, on the edge of Lovedale in the Hunter Valley. It is approximately 15 minutes from Cessnock, 10 minutes from the wineries, approximately 40 minutes from Newcastle and around two hours from Sydney. Visits are by appointment.
The Journal
Planning notes from the property
Honest guides to costs, BYO catering, marquees, accommodation and wet-weather planning for a Hunter Valley wedding.
Ready to talk about your date?
If you're imagining a wedding that feels more like a weekend away with everyone you love, check whether your date is available. The estate is reserved for your wedding across the three-day, two-night weekend.
We personally read every enquiry and reply within 24 hours with availability, whether the property suits your plans and the clearest next step.