Welcome to Kalinya Estate
Luxury Weddings
Venue Inclusions
and Pricing
Who We Are
Kalinya Estate is an incomparable venue for a unique and elegant wedding, creating timeless memories for you and your guests.
Located just 1 hour from Sydney CBD and 2 hours from Canberra, Kalinya Estate is an award winning, 5-star venue, sprawled across 6 acres of immaculate gardens; providing the perfect setting for your wedding. The entire Estate has been generously restored and upgraded to combine its heritage bones with the latest in lavish design; with state-of-the-art equipment and every conceivable modern luxury.
We offer couples an unforgettable 2-day plus experience, shared with family and friends, as you enjoy the entire Estate to yourself in complete privacy. Create a boutique experience through a personally styled ceremony and reception, customised expressly to your taste.
In addition to the ceremony and reception, the preparations for your wedding are perfected at the Estate prior to the celebrations, and the opportunity for a relaxed recovery breakfast the following morning is the ideal way to continue connecting with your nearest and dearest. The option to book additional nights can carry the festivities into an even longer celebration!
An added advantage of hosting your wedding with Kalinya is the exclusive relationships we hold with superior wedding service providers. We will happily connect you with reputable vendors including: venue stylists, celebrants, talented musicians and esteemed chefs, hair and beauty stylists, photographers, videographers and florists; rest assured your big day will be in more than capable hands.
Luxury Weddings
Places to Stay for Your Closest
Have a place to stay with your closest family and friends. Book 2 nights or more of luxury accommodation, over 1, 2 or 3 houses, for up to 34 guests. Accommodation bookings include all of the facilities you will need to entertain in style and to have heaps of fun doing it.
Beautiful Spaces for Getting Ready
Kalinya features many private spaces for you to get ready in style. From the Piano and Sports Lounge, through to the Australian Colonial mansion, the spaces are glamorous for photos and perfectly practical for your mobile hair and makeup specialists to spoil and pamper you.
Exclusive Spaces and Gardens for Photography and Videography
Kalinya's gardens are maintained to the highest standards. We work all week to keep the backdrop for your photography just perfect. Wander and find lots of different nooks to create the perfect backdrop; from our orchard, boathouse and dam through to our natural koi pond to our very cool Piano and Sports Lounge.
We didn't forget about the groom!
There is something for everyone to entertain at Kalinya. Play squash, tennis, table games, lawn games...or even book the golf simulator. Kalinya also has plenty of indoor and outdoor spaces to be able to have some traditional time separated from your partner, where you can enjoy getting ready with your closest buddies.
See Kalinya Estate for yourself
THE ESTATE
THE CARRIAGE HOUSE
Our beautifully appointed Carriage House is a wedding reception celebration space, which has a dedicated 300 sqm to seat 150 guests, or cater for up to 200 guests with cocktail serving. With high ceilings and feature lighting, exposed beams and timber dance floor, it showcases 4 huge timber barn doors and wrap around glass doors, providing an abundance of natural light. It also features a commercial satellite bar and kitchen with cool room, bathroom facilities, and an alfresco outdoor terrace complete with bench seating.
THE GARDENS
The award-winning gardens are one of the highlights at Kalinya Estate, and with ample space, there’s a variety of ceremony options to create a wedding unique to your vision and style. The ornamental grape vine walkway and gazebo is just one of our beautiful spaces; the gazebo featuring leadlight French doors and windows on each side. The ornamental koi pond, with statues and water fountain, is another picturesque back-drop for a ceremony – complete with Kalinya’s resident ducks if they fancy a paddle!
Kalinya Estate has so much to offer, it's impossible to everything on this page..
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WEDDING CEREMONY
AND RECEPTION PACKAGES
Our Wedding Packages offer up to 10 hours exclusive use of the outdoor garden areas, including the grapevine-covered walkway and gazebo. For your wedding photography and reception celebrations, the Carriage House and adjoining garden spaces are available.
KALINYA JASMINE PACKGE (Micro)
$6,000
Only guests booked under your Accommodation Package
Venue Insurance
Vendor Access
For Ceremony Inclusions, see below
The Terrace and Piano Lounge celebration space for your reception; see Venue Guide for details.
KALINYA WISTERIA PACKAGE
$12,000
Up to 80 guests (including those lodging at Kalinya Estate) Venue Insurance
Vendor Access
For Ceremony and Reception Inclusions, see below
KALINYA MAGNOLIA PACKAGE
$16,000
Up to 150 guests (including those lodging at Kalinya Estate) Venue Insurance
Vendor Access
For Ceremony and Reception Inclusions, see below
150+ guests’ events are quoted upon request
CEREMONY INCLUSIONS
Estate grounds and gardens including grapevine-covered walkway, gazebo and ornamental koi pond
Garden preparation of ceremony areas
White, wooden bench seating for 30 people
Translucent, Tiffany outdoor chairs for 100 people
White table and chairs in Gazebo for signing
Portable speaker (microphone available upon request)
Amenities for your guests
RECEPTION INCLUSIONS
Estate Grounds
Use of the grounds for bridal photography and videography
Onsite and off-street parking for up to 30 vehicles
Bus accessible drop-off point for guests
Grounds preparation of reception areas
Rubbish Removal
Firewood provision
Spaces
Dining space for up to 150 guests
Wooden dance floor
Adjoining outdoor grassed and travertine informal spaces, with bench seating
Alfresco bar, BBQ and outdoor fireplace areas for casual catering
Furnishings
Black, cushioned, cross-back chairs for use inside the Carriage House
Feature hardwood indoor event tables
Trestle tables for outdoor functions
Elegant, white linen tablecloths
Sound and Tech
Video projector and 130-inch screen for speeches and displays
Professional PA system with multiple connectivity options
Wired and wireless microphones
Lectern
Catering Facilities
Commercial satellite kitchen for licensed professional chefs and caterers
Cool room
Commercial satellite drinks bar for RSA service of alcohol
Silver (8-piece) cutlery and white (6-piece) plateware (3-piece) glassware and table decanters
Venue Manager
Venue Manager onsite throughout your event to liaise with service providers Assistance with guests departure, supplier departure and venue lock-up
Amenities
Male & Female toilets with disability access
Air conditioning and ceiling fans
ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation is an important part of creating your multi-day wedding experience here at Kalinya. Staying for at least 2 nights give you the more time with the people you love and the flexibility to craft your dream wedding experience—without having to rush anything at all!
THE HOMESTEAD
The Heritage Homestead is one of the finest examples of Australian colonial architecture and craftsmanship, cleverly combined with modern conveniences and style. It is the epitome of Estate living with its large wrap-around verandahs, grand high ceilings, and beautiful vintage finishes. Patterned cornice and artworks hanging on picture rails adorn every room, while the gorgeous polished Blue Gum timber floors grace the living areas creating a natural, inviting atmosphere. The Homestead is the heart of the Estate and comprises 8 bedroom spaces with 13 high-quality beds—sleeping a maximum of 16 guests. With 4 large bathrooms plus an outdoor shower, there’s room for everyone.
THE LODGE
Constructed in the 1850s and originally the local nurses’ quarters in the Wollondilly region, The Lodge has a grand, yet cosy ambience. With exposed beams, vintage pendant lighting and floor-to-ceiling shelves crammed with book and VHS collections. At the heart of The Lodge, you will discover an open fireplace and the gleaming French industrial-style kitchen. Play chess or read a book by the fire, gather outside with a wine on the deck or cook a barbeque feast in the Italian alfresco dining space. You’ll love the 5 designer bedrooms all furnished with high-quality king bedroom suites and featuring beautiful art deco and art nouveau trims and leadlight doors. The four bathrooms include 3 ensuites with converted timber sideboards, and the main bathroom featuring a romantic claw foot bath.
THE BARN
In its former glory, The Barn was originally used to build submarines. Some years later, it became a machinery workshop, which was later still, converted into stunning horse stables. Today, The Barn has been again transformed, this time, into a large, two-storey spacious high vaulted ceiling entertainers’ dream home—housing some of Kalinya’s favourite accommodation rooms. Featuring striking raked ceilings, exposed Oregon walls and stylish country home finishes with views of the magnificent gardens—it’s craftsmanship at its best. The Barn exhibits intelligent design and is home to the much-loved Kalinya Games Centre, The Terrace Entertainment Room, Piano and Sports Lounge and Gold Class Theatre. The upstairs accommodation includes 3 king-sized bedrooms, including a spectacular hand-crafted triple bunk room (perfect for littlies and not so littlies), and 7 high-quality beds for a lush country escape. There are 2 stylish designer bathrooms, and each bedroom is equipped with a Smart TV and NBN wi-fi.
Kalinya Estate has so much to offer, it's impossible to everything on this page..
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PICTURE THIS
THREE NIGHT RUN SHEET EXAMPLE
At Kalinya Estate, your wedding festivities aren’t limited to a fleeting moment, or even a day! Make it an event for you and your guests to remember by organising a weekend (or week!) away; creating a lifetime of memories.
Below is a sample of how you can fill your days at the Estate in the lead up to your big day; to ensure you and your guests make the most of your experience at Kalinya.
Arrival Day
2pm Check in and unpack; explore the Estate
3pm Welcome guests with drinks in the gardens
4pm Gather under the tennis pavilion for Pimms, cocktails and cheese boards while tennis and basketball competitions ensue on the court
6pm Enjoy dinner by the pizza oven and firepit with family and friends
8pm Bridal parties bid a (temporary) farewell and continue preparations for the big day in respective houses
Wedding Day
7am Indulge in a champagne breakfast on the Homestead verandah or in the gardens
8am Hit the gym and squash court for a morning work out
9am Welcome your hair and makeup artists to pamper the wedding parties onsite, in the privacy of the grounds
11am Invite your photographer/ videographer to capture all your pre-ceremony moments in the designer gardens and lodgings
1-2pm Commit to one another in a garden ceremony
2-3pm Guests are served cocktails and canapes on the lawn, whilst the bridal party continue with photos
5pm Proceed to the Carriage House for formal dining and speeches
7pm Celebrate the occasion with entertainment of your choice and dance floor antics
10pm Gather around the alfresco fireplace for informal ‘last drinks’
11pm Farewell day guests and retire to the houses to continue celebrations
Recovery Day
9am Freshen up with an early morning swim or collect eggs from the chickens for breakfast!
10am Host a recovery breakfast for your guests in the gardens, accompanied by garden games on the lawns
1pm Head to the pool for water festivities and play or a lazy afternoon lounging in the sun
5pm Chill out by the firepit for a gourmet BBQ
7pm Don your fanciest PJs for a cozy session in the Kalinya Cinema
10pm Unwind in the hot tub as you relive the memories from yesterday
Day of Departure
8am Gather for breakfast in the Homestead dining room
10am Pack and farewell your guests
11am Checkout
FREQUENTLY ASKED
Questions
WHERE DO WE SOURCE CATERING?
Kalinya Estate has contacts for some of the most esteemed chefs and caterers around! We have a fully equipped commercial satellite kitchen for the caterer of your choice to use. Our stipulation is that they must be professional caterers who can provide certificates and licenses in food handling and public liability insurance. Ask for a copy of our Preferred Suppliers list which will direct you to amazing service providers for everything you’ll need for your big day!
DO YOU SUPPLY ALCOHOL?
Kalinya Estate does not supply alcohol; we are a BYO venue. We only stipulate that beverages be served by RSA qualified bar staff with public liability for the event.
ARE BAR STAFF INCLUDED?
Many chefs/caterers offer packages which include bar service or you can refer to our preferred supplier list.
DO WE STYLE THE SPACES OURSELVES?
Kalinya Estate does not provide styling. You, or your wedding coordinator/event stylist, are free to decorate and style the space as you wish, provided the venue is left in its original condition.
ARE THERE ALTERNATE ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS CLOSE-BY FOR THOSE NOT STAYING AT KALINYA ESTATE?
There are many local Airbnb’s and established hotels; suggested areas include Picton to the north and Mittagong to the south.
DOES KALINYA ALLOW CAMPING?
Kalinya Estate does not allow camping on the grounds. Should you require additional accommodation, please enquire about our Orchard Rooms as an add-on to your booking.
WILL THERE BE ANYONE FROM THE KALINYA ESTATE TEAM PRESENT ON THE DAY?
Yes, there will be a Venue Manager available on the day to ensure the safe and smooth progression of your event; however this only relates to the property and its facilities and inclusions. The Venue Manager is not there to assist with the overall coordination of the wedding.
WHAT IS THE CURFEW, IN REGARDS TO NOISE AND END OF EVENT?
All day wedding guests not lodging at Kalinya Estate, must have left the property by 11:30pm. We require the last serving of beverages at 10pm and music to cease by 11pm (strictly no later), to assist with ushering guests to transport by 11:30pm. In accordance, supplier bump-out should be completed by 11pm.
Music which can be heard outside after 11pm will result in forfeiture of the entire security deposit, due to the potential effect on the Estate regarding noise complaints.
Guests lodging at the Estate are permitted to continue celebrations inside the Homestead, Lodge and Barn after curfew hours, so long as no music can be heard outside of the accommodation after 11pm.
In the event of a weekday wedding celebration, each aspect is to be executed one hour earlier than the times posited.
WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS FOR A RECOVERY EVENT ON THE DAY FOLLOWING THE WEDDING?
Guests can organise Recovery Events post wedding function; no additional charges will apply if the event is limited to guests lodging at Kalinya Estate.
Recovery Events are to be hosted in the gardens and limited to a maximum duration of 3 hours. In the case of inclement weather, the Carriage House is available, however it is the guests’ responsibility to ensure the space is clean, set-up and ready at the required time.
Recovery Events which include guests not lodging at the Estate (i.e. coming back onto the property), must be booked ahead of time; with the Owner’s/ Manager’s express approval and at an additional fee.
WILL THERE BE OTHER WEDDINGS ON THE SAME DAY AS MINE?
At Kalinya your wedding will always be exclusive use. We only take one group booking at a time, so you will not be sharing accommodation or facilities. Unlike other venues, we are committed to not doing tours during people's stays.
At Kalinya you do not get allocated a lawn or particular space for your wedding… this is because you have the whole estate to yourself. You can choose to do your ceremony wherever you like. Obviously we have favourite spots that I am sure will be yours as well!