Destinations to Say ‘I Do’ Best

Abundant in diverse and stunning natural landscapes, Bunbury Geographe is brimming with glorious destinations that make the ideal backdrop for your special day. We’ve compiled a list of some of the coolest types of places to say ‘I do’ to make your decision of where to base your dream day easier.

WITH OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD VIEWS

Edith Valley is a secluded, private property just 25 minutes from Bunbury, in the Roeland Hills. This unique, purpose-built venue overlooks an incredible, man-made, freshwater lake with captivating undulating views beyond.

Oozing History

The Old Thomson Brook Church (formerly an Anglican Church) is a historic small church building surrounded by natural bush and rolling hills just south of Donnybrook. Finished in 1909 with red bricks handmade on site and jarrah trimmings, it’s fab for those looking for a slice of vintage.

By The Water

With kilometres of untouched beaches, there is a special place in BunGeo for you to tie the knot. Prefer something with facilities? Bunbury’s VAT2 and Koombana Bay Sailing Club are favourite venues. Other waterside views in Bunbury include Back Beach Café, Bayview Bar, the Parade Hotel, and the Dolphin Discovery Centre. If a tranquil lake is more your setting, in addition to Edith Valley, brides should try Evedon Lakeside Retreat in the rolling hills of Burekup with a function centre for 150 guests or Linga Longa Estate in Balingup, an exclusive camping wedding venue set in the rolling hills along the Blackwood River. Mercure Bunbury Sanctuary Golf Resort’s stunning views of a sparkling lake provides the perfect backdrop for the day.

Surrounded By Gardens

For the ultimate garden wedding with a relaxed country atmosphere, head to Jalbrook Estate located near beautiful Balingup, or Chalbury Park B&B on a scenic property in Harvey where flowers and garden beds abound. Chalbury boasts two heritage style rooms, and with five cottages and a lodge onsite at Jalbrook, your guests won’t have to walk far to find a bed. Be aware, an alpaca may join at Jalbrook for the wedding photos.

Where You Can Make It Yours

There’s so much reward in opting for a venue where you can make a wedding totally your own. For a large gathering of up to 300, try the super talented and ultracreative team at The Berry Delightful near Donnybrook. This refurbished berry farm offers a number of unique spaces with the option for on-site camping.

Among The Vines

If you’ve always dreamed of saying ‘I do’ in a vineyard, St Aidan Wines is set in a picturesque boutique vineyard nestled in the heart of the Ferguson Valley. St Aidan has a beautiful alfresco open-style reception centre that can seat 150 guests comfortably. Like St Aidan's, Hackersley Estate curates an excellent menu and is surrounded by lush undulating hills, based in the picture book-like Ferguson Valley.

Capel Vale in Capel and Coughlan Estate in Donnybrook are also both stunning destinations to explore, with elevated views of sweeping vineyards below.

Further north, the scenic Harris River Estate produces both wine and spirits — personalise your own wine bottles and perhaps even enter the wedding by horse.

Somewhere Formal

Go down the formal route with a deckedout hotel wedding. The majority of hotels in the Bunbury Geographe will cater for weddings, with Hotel Lord Forrest, The Rose and Quality Hotel Lighthouse stand-out options.

Those Extra Special Touches

It’s easy to get bogged down in endless options when bringing your dream day to life, so we’ve compiled a guide to get you started with the hunt for wedding specialists that will elevate your day with ease.

Beginning with the fundamentals of the setup, check-out Hire In Style in Capel who hire out stunning soft furnishings, service bars, arbours, props, dancefloors and more. BOS Tents and Events based in Balingup are another BunGeo fave. Led by a passionate husband and wife duo specialising in boutique, contemporary pop-up events, their fabulous styling and gorgeous stretch tents and canopies hail from South Africa and are incredibly cool. Nomadika also know how to add an extra layer of fun and funkiness to a wedding event, with their stylish glamping tents. It’s one way to ensure your guests stay and dance into the night.

Now that you have the architectural elements aligned, curate the look and feel with custom flower arrangements from Scentiment Flowers, Fresh Floral Studio, Green Depot or Grande Flora

To get to your wedding in style, go vintage with La Bella Car Hire, a 1957 Chevy Bel Air for old-world glamour; in a 1968 convertible Mustang from Pop a Cork Tours; or opt for one of the unique old-style automobiles from Le Charabanc Private Charters. If luxury is more your look, there’s the Rolls Royce limo from Bunbury Executive Car Service, or a super slick Hummer from Down South Limos

Take the heat off and opt for a caterer to care for all your culinary needs. If you are seeking long, grazing tables Simply & Beautiful Catering or Tapalicious Events Catering are two masters at decking them out. For a cake to remember, go to Guardians of Happiness in Bunbury to craft something truly glorious.

Any bride-to-be knows how hard it can be to arrive at the perfect outfit for their wedding day. Bunbury Bridal and Ball will help you find you ideal fit, while ShoeBeDoo Bunbury will complete the look.

To capture memories that last a lifetime, we have some iconic photographers based within the region. There’s Taj Kempe, Bianca Turri or Tessa Eckersley to name a few.

Last but not least, local celebrants that will add that special touch include DJ Emma and Kristy Cochrane