Best Wedding Venues and Vendors in the Dandenong Ranges
Planning a wedding in the Dandenong Ranges is something truly special. The cool mountain air, towering forests, beautiful gardens and historic estates make the hills one of Victoria’s most romantic places to get married.
As a Dandenong Ranges wedding photographer based in Monbulk, I’ve worked at many venues throughout Olinda, Sassafras, Mount Dandenong and the surrounding hills. Below are some of my favourite Dandenong Ranges wedding venues, accommodation options and wedding vendors for couples planning a wedding here.
All photos on this page are by Moss Wedding Photography.
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Wedding Venues in the Dandenong Ranges
Log Cabin Ranch, Monbulk
A relaxed country wedding venue in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges, Log Cabin Ranch offers a rustic setting surrounded by forest and open paddocks. It’s perfect for couples wanting a laid-back wedding with a countryside feel while still being close to Melbourne.
Lyrebird Falls, Kallista
Hidden within the Sherbrooke Forest, Lyrebird Falls is one of the most iconic wedding venues in the Dandenong Ranges. With waterfalls, forest paths and beautiful reception spaces, it’s ideal for couples wanting a romantic nature-filled wedding.
Poets Lane, Sherbrooke
Set among towering mountain ash trees and winding garden paths, Poets Lane is a classic Dandenong Ranges wedding venue known for its magical forest atmosphere. It’s especially beautiful in autumn when the gardens turn vibrant shades of red and gold.
Tatra Receptions, Mount Dandenong
With elegant gardens, sweeping views and a grand reception space, Tatra Receptions is one of the most well-known wedding venues in Mount Dandenong. The manicured grounds and seasonal gardens create stunning backdrops for wedding photography.
Yarra Ranges Estate, Monbulk
Located on the edge of the Yarra Valley with panoramic vineyard views, Yarra Ranges Estate offers a modern winery wedding experience just a short drive from the Dandenong Ranges. The open landscapes and sunsets here are incredible.
Cloudehill Gardens, Olinda
One of the most beautiful gardens in the Dandenong Ranges, Cloudehill Gardens provides a spectacular setting for intimate weddings and ceremonies. The seasonal plantings and historic garden design create a truly magical atmosphere.
Mist, Olinda
Mist at Olinda is a boutique wedding venue set within beautiful gardens in the village of Olinda. The venue combines elegant indoor spaces with lush outdoor ceremony areas surrounded by the cool-climate gardens of the Dandenong Ranges.
Marybrooke Manor, Sherbrooke
Located in Sherbrooke, Marybrooke Manor is a charming heritage venue surrounded by forest and gardens. The grand manor setting and elegant interiors make it perfect for classic Dandenong Ranges weddings.
Mont Du Soleil, Emerald
Mont Du Soleil is a private estate wedding venue tucked into the Dandenong Ranges with beautiful gardens and sweeping valley views. It’s ideal for couples wanting a secluded and elegant setting for ceremonies and intimate receptions in the hills.
Dandenong Ranges Micro Weddings and Elopements
Luxury Treetop Escapes, Kalorama
For couples planning an intimate elopement or micro wedding, Luxury Treetop Escapes offers a unique rainforest retreat in the Dandenong Ranges. The secluded setting and stunning forest views create an incredible atmosphere for small ceremonies and romantic getaways.
Dingleigh of Sassafras
The gardens and surrounds of Dingleigh provide an intimate alternative to the larger wedding venues in the Dandenong Ranges. The cottage provides a unique place for wedding preparations and photographs and the expansive gardens, with the stunning new gazebo, can host wedding ceremonies for between 20-30 people.
Elope to Mount Dandenong
Boutique elopement and micro-wedding packages in Mount Dandenong and surrounds, combining celebrant services, styling and beautiful hill locations for intimate, relaxed ceremonies.
Accommodation in the Dandenong Ranges
Many couples and guests choose to stay in the hills for the weekend. These accommodation options are perfect for wedding stays, getting ready on the morning of the wedding, or a relaxing honeymoon in the Dandenong Ranges.
Alkira Eco Glamping, Emerald
Alkira Eco Glamping offers luxury glamping accommodation nestled within the forests of the Dandenong Ranges. With beautifully styled safari tents and peaceful bush surroundings, it’s a memorable option for couples or guests staying in the hills.
Magnolias on Mernda, Olinda
Set in a historic homestead surrounded by gardens, Magnolias on Mernda provides charming boutique accommodation close to many Dandenong Ranges wedding venues. It’s perfect for couples wanting a peaceful and elegant place to stay.
Dingleigh of Sassafras, Sassafras
Located in the picturesque village of Sassafras, Dingleigh offers cosy and romantic accommodation surrounded by forest. Its peaceful setting and classic mountain cottage style make it a lovely option for couples visiting the Dandenong Ranges.
Sunrise Cottage, Emerald
Sunrise Cottage is a peaceful cottage retreat tucked into the hills, ideal for couples or wedding guests wanting a quiet and beautiful stay in the Dandenong Ranges.
Emerald Star Cottages, Emerald
Emerald Star Cottages are located in the stunning Dandenong Ranges, only one hour east of Melbourne and five minutes from the Emerald Township. Featuring five unique contemporary lodgings, each cottage is available individually, combined or as an entire venue for large group bookings.
Wedding Music and DJs
Fiction Entertainment
Fiction Entertainment is a Melbourne wedding and events band known for energetic live performances and customisable wedding music options, from ceremony through to reception.
Craig Francis Music
Craig Francis Music offers live wedding bands, ceremony music, DJ and MC services in Melbourne, making them a strong option for couples wanting flexible music coverage across the whole day.
Horns of Leroy
Horns of Leroy are a Melbourne-based New Orleans-style brass band with a high-energy live sound that would suit couples wanting something bold, lively and a little different for their wedding celebration.
Baker Boys Band
Baker Boys Band are one of Australia’s most popular live wedding bands, known for high-energy performances and packed dance floors. They perform across Victoria and are a strong option for couples wanting a lively reception.
Wedding Florists
Sassafras Flower Design
Based in the heart of the Dandenong Ranges, Sassafras Flower Design creates beautiful seasonal floral arrangements inspired by the surrounding gardens and forests of the hills.
Wedding Transport
Your Private Driver, Mt Dandenong
Your Private Driver is a cost-effective option in moving both small and larger groups between wedding venues and accommodations in the Dandenong Ranges and Yarra Valley plus all Melbourne suburbs and CBD.
Wedding Photographers Dandenong Ranges
The Photo Booth Girl
The Photo Booth Girl offers beautifully designed booths and high-quality prints that guests love. It’s a great option for couples wanting an interactive and memorable element at their wedding.
Moss Wedding Photography, Monbulk
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