A Curated Selection of 2021’s Best Wedding Venues from Brisbane to Byron Bay
By curating a list of local wedding venues that harmoniously incorporate your theme for the big day, House of Ezis has taken the guess work out of venue hunting. Dotted up and down the East Coast, whether it be a piece of hinterland-history or a contemporary inner-city space, our heartfelt curation of some of Australia’s most sought-after wedding venues will be sure to top your list. Falling head-over-heels for your wedding venue is, almost, just as important as falling in love with your dress. After handpicking the theme for your big day, the search for the perfect venue becomes narrower. At House of Ezis, we hope to take the stress out of your big day with a pre-edited collection to suit whichever themed wedding you desire. With restrictions lifting, and travel bans easing, the time to venture out and tour your way through our curated list is now.
For the Romantic
Deux Belettes
Located in the sweeping Byron Bay hinterland, lies the intimately-hidden Deux Belettes. The dramatic landscape of sweeping tropical fruit plantations, and a forest-like grove of fig trees, this historical venue offers up endless photography opportunities. Layered in warm hues and rustic French-inspired features, the ethereal rustic structure lends a sense of old-world Romeo and Juliet to your day. Inspired by the quintessential French farmhouses, the chateau’s warm and exquisite atmosphere creates an enchanting setting for your romantic event. The intricate tile details, softly-furnished interiors, and a team of 5-star wedding planners and local stylists at your disposal, celebrating at Deux Belettes with truly be a celebration that honours you and your partner.
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Location: Dalwood, NSW
Contact: 02 6629 5377 / deuxbelettes@gmail.com
For the Urban Minimalist
The Calile Hotel
Appealing to the masses, Brisbane’s chicest boutique hotel provides not only a blank canvas for your day, but a decadent list of local suppliers on hand, you will be in no short supply of catering options. Praised by real brides across Australia, the sheer opulence of the venue creates such a magical environment by itself, the quantity of styling you choose has no limit too big or too small for this space. Dressed up with an array of floral designs, draped with your favourite earthy-linen table dressings, the minimal approach to the build of this urban-gem has led many to host their modern nuptials inside this Brisbane hotspot. A wide variety of outdoor reception and indoor event and dining room spaces, guest capacity is no issue. Taken from those House of Ezis brides who’ve done it before, the constant words of appraisal bears testament to the venue’s previous success.
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Location: Fortitude Valley, QLD
Contact: 07 3607 5888 / reservations@thecalilehotel.com
For the Industrialist
The Warehouse
The untamed nature of this 1905 heritage building has been refined by its contemporarily refurbished spaces, creating a vastly versatile destination to host the day of your dreams. The offering of a speakeasy-style basement and mezzanine, a grand loft-style space with an adjoining lounge, and an open-air rooftop terrace to conclude, this space allows for a bespoke experience inside a beautifully-raw urban environment. If abundance and opulence is what you seek, The Warehouse’s loft-style ceilings, exposed brick walls, and original trimmings will not disappoint. Complimenting any colour palette, this space’s features seamlessly create a mood of pared-back elegance.
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Location: Fortitude Valley, Brisbane
Contact: 07 3852 5000 / weddings@thewarehousebrisbane.com.au
The Refinery
Voted Brisbane’s best wedding venue, this urban warehouse has recently undergone a beautiful renovation, and is home to one of the most versatile spaces and impeccable catering services by their sister venue Rouge Bistro. Born out of the desire to offer versatility to any couple’s wedding plans, the bespoke venue features a minimal blank canvas of monochromatic and earthy toned fit outs. Inimitable installations of dried florals and fresh blooms, sweeping tables capes steeped in artisanal décor, the space poses no limit to the imagination. Inspiring a celebration like no other, and a chance to collaborate with Brisbane’s finest artisans, this location is a sure-fire venue to add to your list.
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Location: Newstead, QLD
Contact: 04 7701 1033 / hello@therefinery-events.com
For the Coastal Chic
Raes on Wategos
Set in the luxurious beachfront location of Wategos Beach, Byron Bay, this boutique hotel offers contemporary Mediterranean architecture with an elegantly fitted-out interior. An authentically considered and contemporarily Australian experience, the Raes Dining Room team present an event like no other. Boasting an idyllic setting in a secluded part of Australia, this venue provides you with a wide scope of interior and exterior spaces to create an opulent and exceptionally private experience. The pared-back and minimalist styling of Mediterranean design means the venue is open to your interpretation. The opulent art pieces scattered around the hotel adds a sense of heightened luxury, and ability to incorporate any colour palette you desire.
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Location: Wategos Beach, Byron Bay
Contact: 02 6685 5366 / contact@raes.com.au
Halcyon House
If a dreamscape wedding filled with light-dappled coastal spaces and a relaxed coastal aura, then look no further than this Cabarita Beach boutique hotel. The emotive power of this space’s sheer luxury in the venue’s design alone, sets the perfect tone for a simplistic and relaxed resort-style wedding. With the ability to shut down the hotel for the event, and providing on-site accommodation for your guests, all bases are covered, with a little added exclusivity. The choice of utilising the Halcyon grounds or the neighbouring dunes overlooking the horizon, no wedding is alike at Halcyon House.
