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Country Homestead Circa 1860’s With Heritage Listing On 70 Acres

Heritage listed Tuggeranong Homestead Circa 1860’s, is nestled in the heart of southern Canberra within 20 minutes of the CBD. This unique rural estate is an award winning venue that has access from 9am to midnight. The grounds are set on 70 acres of rolling countryside, and hold a treasured Australian history. The property includes lovingly restored outbuildings making this venue the perfect choice for ceremony, photography and reception. Tuggeranong is exclusively yours for the day, offering an unequalled rustic aesthetic that boasts old world charm of a bygone era.It also provides luxury, featuring a commercial kitchen, homestead rooms, event room, outbuildings, machinery shed, marquee and classic gardens worthy of special events. There is so much to appreciate at this destination that would suit those planning a private country style wedding.

 

Exclusive Venue For Intimate Or Grand Sized Weddings

Tuggeranong Homestead is idyllic for intimate weddings with 30 guests and large weddings hosting up to 500 capacity. This spectacular wedding venue is truly unforgettable, and your guests will enjoy the 360 degrees picturesque vistas. The bush setting provides complete privacy and the perfect backdrop for your special day.

 

Indoor and Outdoor Ceremony, Reception Locations

Tuggeranong homestead circa 1860 features classical and historic ambience, providing an unforgettable memory for your guests. With several function rooms of various sizes and styles. The wonderful areas include a drawing room with two traditional open fireplaces, and a sunroom that is fully enclosed beaming light through the expansive windows. The delightful sandstone paved garden provides alfresco seating for your guests and is ideal for pre-dinner drinks and canapes or reception. This estate includes finely manicured gardens that overlook a country setting with historic landscape. On the estate stands a romantic machinery shed that is truly evocative of Australian country life, constructed by convicts dating back to 1835. This original shed is made from hardwood, stonework, corrugated iron with slab and wooden floors. Perfect for the ceremony, canapes, reception and a photography dream backdrop, it even has a small fire pit. There is also a large marque adjoining the machinery shed for an extra 150 guests and is complete with a bandstand. The beautiful garden has a fountain and sweeping views of cattle and birdlife across the farm. There is a 120 year old Oak tree, and Elm tree that dates back to the late 1800’s. An amazing 1920 shearing shed and the convicts barn. This historic property is truly wonderful, there is no other venue like this in the area. Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or a lavish reception, the venue has many function spaces for your dream day.

 

Unique Venue with Australian History

The estate has a deep Australian history, being the site of Aboriginal corroborees. One of the earliest written records of local Aboriginal life was recorded at the site when William Riley witnessed a corroboree in the 1820s. The past of this property includes convict labour, colonial farming and even housed war historian Charles Bean. There are even Scar trees and axe grinding grooves among artefacts across the 70 acre private property. It is truly amazing that a heritage listed estate like this exists, and is available for weddings and special events. Having a country wedding at Tuggeranong Homestead is an unforgettable day.

 

Memorable Wedding Dining

Tuggeranong Homestead is a memorable venue paired with a dedicated team and leading chefs in their commercial kitchen. Their extensive and varied menus are a showcase of quality local produce, and the mouthwatering creations are whipped together to the highest standards. Your guests will always remember food at a wedding and at Tuggeranong Homestead you will be served with the finest selection of canapes, meals and refreshments. Specialising in meeting special dietary requirements and the liquor licence operates until midnight. To make everything a little easier, they offer a range of wedding packages to suit every budget and personal taste. The team at Tuggeranong Homestead will be delighted to host your special day at this unique Historic wedding venue.

For exclusive packages contact us via the vendor form, and we will be in touch. We look forward to meeting with you.

 

Testimonials

We recently held our wedding at the homestead and it went off without a hitch. Having free range of the homestead for the whole day made it a stress free day. It is great to be able to get ready, setup, take photos, hold the ceremony and reception all in the same location. Beautiful backdrop no matter where you look, accommodated by friendly staff and delicious food. Thanks again Gerry and Ann!

– Samantha

Tuggeranong Homestead was the perfect venue for our wedding. The historic country setting was beautiful, and Ann and Gerry were so easy to work with. They helped make our day so special by taking care of all the details and making sure everything went smoothly. We can’t thank them enough or recommend Tuggeranong Homestead highly enough!

– Rick

The Tuggeranong Homestead was absolutely amazing on our wedding day! We wanted a rustic feel to the wedding and the venue fit that perfectly. The owners, Gerry and Ann were so helpful in helping us plan out the day to make it exactly the way we wanted it. The food was great, the service was great and the whole day and night had an incredible atmosphere. We can’t thank you enough for making our day as memorable as it could possibly be. Highly recommend the homestead for weddings and any other functions!

– Samara

Q Can I have the ceremony, reception and photography at the venue?

Yes, the property is exclusively yours for the day and ideal with everything at the one location making your day relaxing. Photographers love the many outbuildings and backdrops at our estate.

Q Is there any parking at your venue?

Yes, we have ample free parking for your guests.

Q Do you set menus with special dietary requirements?

Yes, we specialise in creating the finest food meeting to all dietary requirements.

Q Can I have a tour of the property?

Yes, we would love to provide a tour of our estate, simply fill out the vendor form and we can arrange this.

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