One of the hinterland’s longest standing venues, the iconic venue still flaunts some of its original colonial structure in the historical homestead. Set on acreage, the property now has all the mod cons for comfort as well as charm. Flaxton Gardens is known for its fabulous food and the ultimate romantic setting for a wedding on the range.

Ceremony Spaces

The Gardens

Flaxton Gardens is famous for its incredible views all the way to the coastline, which provide the perfect backdrop for the wedding ceremony where you want to feel like you’re a world away from the everyday. There are multiple options –the more country feel complete with charming windmill, or the uninterrupted clean views.

The Gazebo

For a more intimate ceremony, the Restaurant Gazebo is a quaint option, which is well protected. This is a lovely option for an elopement.

Wet Weather Option

If wet weather arises, the Barrel Room allows complete confidence your ceremony will go ahead as planned.

Reception Spaces

The Winery

Recently renovated, the Winery at Flaxton Gardens remains the most popular space for a wedding at Flaxton Gardens. Couples love the rustic elegant vibes with plenty of space for up to 350 guests. Sit-down dinner or cocktail receptions are on offer. The Barrel Room is the foyer to the Winery and is an ample space for guests to chill out in comfort.

The Restaurant

Light and bright, the Restaurant dining room is perfect for a more intimate wedding of up to 60 guests. Your guests will appreciate the fine dining with menu designed by chef and owner, Alan Thompson and the restaurant’s head chef. The pair take their inspiration from the wealth of fresh produce available in the hinterland region.

Photo Ops

At Flaxton Gardens

Onsite at Flaxton Gardens, there is a photo op with every turn of the head. The Gazebo can be utilised as both a ceremony spot and a sweet space to have photos. Make sure to take a stroll in the vineyard for some sweet shots. Of course you can’t go past the views of rolling hills over the hinterland all the way out to the ocean and Moreton Island.

Nearby

The Sunshine Coast hinterland is lousy with pretty places your photographer will definitely have already scoped out. The iconic One Tree Hill is always a popular spot to take photos with the backdrop of the Glass House Mountains, there are pretty gardens galore, there’s even a secret tree-lined driveway that all the local photographers seek out to get the perfectly lit shot.

In the Evening

Take a moment to have a sneaky photo under the festoon lights outside under the expansive sky. On a balmy night, with a light breeze coming up over the hinterland hills, you won’t find a more romantic setting.

For more information on weddings at Flaxton Gardens, get in touch with their professional wedding team.

Images by Quince + Mulberry Studios, Luke Middlemiss Photography, Studio Impressions Photography, Jennifer Oliphant Photographer, Tracey Beard

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Bre and Alex kept their 16-person bridal party a tight knit group of family and old school friends. With the people closest to them standing by their side, they celebrated their union in a garden wedding at Sunshine Coast hinterland wedding venue, Flaxton Gardens. 

In a religious ceremony, led by another relative – the bride’s uncle and celebrant, Tom Heasley, they vowed to be together as one forever in front of their 200 guests. As one of the Sunshine Coast’s venues with the largest capacity, they were able to have a sit-down wedding reception in the winery venue’s famous Barrel Room. 

Bre says she wanted to keep the theme of the day simple, focusing on the floral arrangements by Willow Bud as the focal point of the ceremony and reception. 

Before they danced the night away, the pair joined their bridal party and photographer fromFigtree Wedding Photography on a short tour of the hinterland. Their wedding photos are to-die-for, and of course include the coveted money shot at our iconic One Tree Hill. 

“The theme we had in mind was simple, classy and elegant. We wanted the styling to be centred around our floral arrangements.”  “Christian values mean a lot to Alex and I and our faith in God is probably what makes us work together.”  “My Bridesmaids were all involved in the planning, but especially  my mum and sister who came to every dress fitting and wedding shopping. I was constantly sharing wedding ideas with the girls and they were always happy to help out.”

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: My dress

Best money-saver: My Aunty did our makeup 

Bridal gown: Karen Willis Holmes Paddington, $4500

Accessories: Pandora earrings, Georgina Lux Bracelet  $180

Shoes: Carvela Kurt Geiger – David Jones $120

Bridesmaid dresses: Babushka Ballerina (Two Birds Tulle Ball Gown) $400 

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Lovisa $70

Groom and groomsmen’s suits and shoes: Suits – Peter Jackson $370
 Shoes – Connor $80 

Rings: Michael Hill Jewellers

DIY: We made our own table numbers and decorated the menus with string and fresh rosemary as well as the children’s colouring books.

Number of guests: 200

Wedding budget: $35,000

“Flaxton Gardens did an amazing job with the catering, we had an alternate drop menu for our entree and main meal. Our wedding cake for dessert with ice-cream. Our main meals were lamb and chicken.”

Photographer: Figtree Wedding Photography | Videographer: Michael Kelly Films | Florist: Willow Bud | Venue + Catering: Flaxton Gardens | Cake: Tome Maroochydore | Bombonnieres: Nutella | Makeup Artist: Karyn Loughlin ( Bride’s Aunty) | Hair Stylist: Sass & Niki’s Wedding Hair | Rentals: Fairy Light Curtain | Stationery Supplier: Lulu Letterpress | Gift registry: Myer Gift Registry | Celebrant:  Tom Heasley ( Bre’s Uncle) | Wedding Night Accommodation: Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort

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So of course we have great news for you… Now you can elope to one of Australia’s most awarded secluded venues for your private hinterland wedding ceremony! Maleny Manor has recently released some elopement packages, perfect for the couple who want not only privacy, but an elite wedding venue for their wedding.

Take a day or two off work and run away to the hills together just the two of you, or even with a few of your closest friends. You can enjoy a magical, intimate ceremony in the Sunshine Coast hinterland and then make the most of your Maleny wedding elopement by enjoying some of the wonderful attractions and accommodation that the area has to offer.

There are several different elopement packages available, which take care of absolutely everything you need from flowers to the photographer, celebrant and one such package even has the coolest transport option in the world. Yes, people, we are talking helicopter arrival to your wedding! Hallelujah!

Elopement packages are available between 6am to 3pm mid week Monday to Thursday and on a Friday or Sunday during quieter months by request only.

Above images by Ben Clark Photography

Images supplied by Maleny Manor

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When the celebrant invited Cameron and Kristen to seal their vows with a kiss, the song Groom’s choice ‘If tomorrow never comes” started to play. After the ceremony, guests enjoyed drinks and canapés from the garden bar whilst the bridal party went for their photo shoot.

For their bridal party photo shoot, they took a quick drive in vintage style to the iconic Maleny wedding tree and surrounding paddocks, where Sunshine Coast hinterland wedding photographers from Artography captured the beautiful images you are treated to today. Kristin and Cam were incredibly lucky, because their wedding day was also the day of the super moon and they say it did not disappoint!

Their wedding reception was held at the Hideaway garden restaurant, where Kristen’s passion for creativity and handmade pretties took centre stage. At the heart of Kristin's own styling were a few essentials – peacock feathers, succulents as centrepieces, and foxes! Mr & Mrs Fox really stand by their name, the groom even wore fox cufflinks, and gifted fox cufflinks to his groomsmen as well.

After dinner the newlyweds had their first dance, surprising guests with a rehearsed slow rumba to 'Time in a bottle'. This song meant a lot to them both, because Cameron serenaded Kristin with it when they first started dating. Awww… sweet!

"We are best friends. Our love, encouragement and support, complement each other in every way."

“Just before making our entrance, my father shared with me that I looked beautiful and it was his honour to walk me down the aisle.”

“Artography’s style of photography is everything we wished for and more! They captured our day so perfectly.”

A WORD OF ADVICE FROM THE BRIDE

"My tips for other brides are to take full advantage of your planning time. Set up a wedding planner folder and store all information in the one folder.Use photo collages apps to see how the big picture will look and obtain a checklist to assist you in marking items off."  

KRISTEN AND CAMERON’S WEDDING SECRETS REVEALED

Biggest splurge: The bridal gown

Best money-saver: BYO alcohol for the reception

Bridal gown: Allure Bridals gown from Hills in Hollywood

Jewellery: Kristen incorporated her “Something Old” and her “Something Borrowed” in her jewellery by wearing her mother’s Eternity Ring, and borrowing her Nanna’s diamond stud earrings.

Bombonnieres: For our bomboniere's we ordered love in a mist seeds and these were sealed into an envelope tied together with a ribbon, thank you note and a peacock feather.  

Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Bari Jay from Hills in Hollywood

Number of guests: 55

DIY: Many of the decorations were made by the bride, including the centrepieces and guest book, and a family friend made the cake.

Total wedding cost: $16,000, paid for by the couple.

THE HAND-PICKED TEAM THAT MADE IT ALL HAPPEN

Photographer: Artography

Florist: Expressionz Floralz

Caterer: The Beerwah Hideaway

Hair and Makeup Artist: BohoBello

Rentals: Splash Events

Celebrant: Michele Collins Civil Marriage Celebrant

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Firstly, it’s located up in the beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland, which is a truly romantic place to be married. Secondly, the Chalets has accommodation, several gorgeous ceremony settings to choose from, countless spots for pretty bridal party photo opportunities, and catering in the alfresco-style pavilion, which has the comforts of the indoors, but is laid out in such a way that it brings the outdoors in, as it is surrounded by luscious trees with a fantastic view of the grounds.

The best thing about Michel Chalets is owner/manager Melita, and her wonderful team. Being run completely by family members, the care taken in ensuring every single wedding is cared for in such a personal manner is their highest priority. For one thing, they promise only one wedding will be held at the Chalets in a day, ensuring the grounds are reserved for exclusive use by the bride and groom and their guests.

Ceremony settings aplenty are found at the Chalets. You have the choice of just about any spot on the property, with the most popular being the gazebo on the lake, the quite magical forest or even the amazing unique life-size chess board. As a beautiful gesture, Melita had the chess board constructed in memory of her father, who was an avid chess player. It certainly makes for a striking edition to wedding photos. Your guests are free to enjoy a game of chess, and also have full use of croquet and badminton equipment to make a real garden games party of the occasion!

Wedding packages at Michel Chalets are all-inclusive and are fully hosted and coordinated from start to finish. Catering is available for up to 100 guests for a seated dinner or almost limitless numbers for a cocktail wedding. Tableware, decorations of mismatching crystal vases and wooden chairs are included, plus there is an option to have the team organise your floral arrangements as well. Melita has really thought of everything, making the whole experience nice and easy, and also helping you to save money on the essentials, like allowing you to BYO alcohol.

The on-site accommodation includes a farmhouse, which sleeps up to 10 and offers luxury comforts, such as air conditioning and a hot tub, and the chalets are wonderfully romantic, each with their own private spa and fireplace.

This Sunday, July 22, make sure you head up to Michel Chalets in Maleny, as they are holding an open day to coincide with A Montville Wedding Hinterland Bridal Expo. Free nibbles and champagne (or a beer for the fellas, if they prefer) will be offered on arrival, and you will have the opportunity to take a look through the chalets and the property. While you are there, drop into the expo to visit us and all of the brilliant Sunshine Coast hinterland wedding vendors we adore. There are a stack of fantastic deals, discounts and prizes up for grabs on the day.

A MONTVILLE WEDDING HINTERLAND BRIDAL EXPO

Date: Sunday, July 22

Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Where: Montville Village Hall, Main Street, Montville

Cost: FREE!

Prizes: There will be two amazing packages, both valued at over $1300 up for grabs. They include lots of lovely things, like engagement photo shoots, dinners, massages, nights away and heaps more. In addition, many of the wedding professionals holding stalls on the day will be offering special deals, discounts and giveaways to those who attend the expo.

For more information, visit the A Montville Wedding website here.

MICHEL CHALETS – THE LOW DOWN:

Minimum number of guests: 60.

Maximum number of guests: 100 for sit down, hundreds for cocktail-style reception.

Wedding days available: Any day of the week.

How many weddings in a day: One only over the weekend.

Air conditioning: Farmhouse and chalets are airconditioned.

Adequate parking: Yes.

Wheelchair accessible: Yes.

Operating hours: Book a 5 or 8-hour package, with options to add extra time.

Ceremony locations: Gazebo by the lake, the life-size chess board, or in the forest.

Reception locations: Alfresco-style pavillion.

Music: iPod plug in with PA available.

Bring own cake: Yes.

Fully staffed bar onsite: No.

BYO: Yes.

Dance floor: Yes.

Room for a band: Yes.

Audio equipment with speakers and a microphone: Yes.

Wet weather ceremony back up plan: Pavillion can be used.

Acccess to rest of venue: Yes, the entire property is available to your full access, exclusive use for the weekend.

Clean up fee: Inclusive in wedding package price.

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