Romance in the heart of the Hunter Valley
Spicers Guesthouse is the perfect blend of charm and luxury nestled amongst the uniquely Australian landscape of New South Wales’ Hunter Valley. Imagine saying ‘I do’ in front of your loved ones, surrounded by the stunning green backdrop of the Broken Back Range, followed by cocktails and a generous grazing table where your guests can relax before dinner. You and your bridal party make the most of our extensive grounds to capture your perfect wedding day photos.
The Hunter Valley is known for its exceptional food and wine and Spicers Guesthouse is proud to continue that tradition. Our award-winning chefs have taken the best local produce and created an enticing menu your guests are sure to enjoy, paired with our extensive wine cellar stocked with local and international wines.
It would be our pleasure to help bring your dream wedding day to life at Spicers Guesthouse.
Warm regards, The Spicers Guesthouse Team
CEREMONY
Your wedding ceremony should be elegant yet personal, an intimate gathering of your closest family and friends. With options between our rustic Lovedale Pavilion, the amazing views of Broken Back Mountain from our Mountain View Lawn or one of our charming outdoor garden spaces, finding your perfect space has never been easier.
Ceremony Package Cost - $1500
• 24 x folding white Americana chairs
Signing table + chairs
• Water station
• Venue hire + wet weather backup location.
There are two stunning options for your wedding reception at Spicers Guesthouse. Both are bright and airy spaces featuring a contemporary design, blended with a warm and welcoming layout, perfect to complement your individual style.
Your reception space will be prepared as per your request and includes: Round or long tables Linen Glassware and tableware • Setup of any Spicers equipment as per our Spicers equipment guide.
LOVEDALE PAVILION AND LAWN
The Lovedale Pavilion is a gorgeous building with glass doors down both sides spilling onto beautiful green lawns. It has big glass windows overlooking lush bushland and a high-pitched ceiling with white painted beams. Lovedale is a beautiful space to celebrate a wedding ceremony or an intimate wedding reception. Accommodating up to 80 guests for a sit-down reception or 100 guests for a stand-up reception. Lovedale is the perfect mix of rustic charm and classic luxury.
TALLAWANTA ROOM
Tallawanta is a big, bright and airy space perfect for a big family wedding. With white washed brick, bi-fold doors opening out onto a vine drenched terrace and lawns. With it’s high coffered ceiling, generous foyer and private bar, Tallawanta is a beautiful blank canvas that will suit any style of wedding. Accommodating up to 110 guests for a sit-down reception or 140 guests for a stand up reception.
Lauren-Anne Photography White Lane Studio
Our contemporary Italian-inspired restaurant, éRemo, is regarded as one of the Hunter Valley’s finest. The ethos of éRemo Restaurant is used to design our wedding packages. It’s all about connecting with local producers and creating one of a kind dishes, making your food and beverage experience truly unique.
Our team has created a selection of wedding packages for you to choose from that will ensure your wedding day is one to remember. Alternatively, we are more than happy to design a bespoke package especially for you.
WEDDING PACKAGES
MAINS - MANGIAMO
(Choose 3)
BEEF CHEEK RAGU | house made pasta lilies, tomato & black pepper jus
SALT BAKED PORK BELLY mustard jus, heirloom carrots & honey
WHOLE LAMB SHOULDER | polenta, roast cherry tomatoes, jus
ROAST CHICKEN coriander & fennel seeds, roast pumpkin, onion & olives
BAKED OCEAN TROUT | tabbouleh, sun dried tomato mayonnaise
DUTCH CREAM POTATO GNOCCHI | porcini mascarpone, parmesan crisp
PRAWN RISOTTO | carnaroli rice, prawns, spinach, peas, lemon
PUMPKIN RAVIOLI | roast pumpkin, sage burnt butter, feta, crisp sweet potato
SIDES - CONTORNI
(Choose 2)
PUMPKIN | roasted pumpkin, fig vincotto, toasted sunflower seeds
INSALATA shaved fennel, pear, mustard leaves, pepitas & sunflower seeds
GREENS | greens & broccolini
POTATOES rosemary & garlic fried potatoes
DESSERT - DOLCE
(Choose 2 - This can be substituted for entrees)
TIRAMISU | whipped mascarpone, espresso lady fingers, organic cocoa
SICILIAN CANNOLI | filled with ricotta and mascarpone, cocoa nibs, pistachio
CHOCOLATE SEMIFREDDO berry compote, coconut, candied orange
WARM CHOCOLATE BROWNIE salted caramel gelato
PANNA COTTA vanilla bean yoghurt, meringue, roast strawberries
POST CEREMONY DRINKS
30 min post ceremony drinks (beer, sparkling, wine) $12.50pp
CREW MEALS
Pizza and soft drinks $25pp
CHILD’S DINNER
Menu options for kids $35pp
DRINKS PACKAGE
Upgrade to our Deluxe Package $40pp
COCKTAIL HOUR
Pricing on request
LATE NIGHT PIZZA $12pp
LAWN GAMES
Complimentary for your guests to enjoy while you’re off taking photos.
ADDITIONAL CEREMONY CHAIR SET UP
See event co-ordinator for pricing.
TASTE OF HUNTER SIGNATURE
BEVERAGE PACKAGES
Included for you is one sparkling, one rosé, a choice of two wines and a choice of two beers and James Boags Premium Light
SPARKLING
First Creek Cuvée Brut
WHITE WINE
First Creek Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
First Creek Pinot Grigio
First Creek Chardonnay
RED WINE
First Creek Shiraz
First Creek Cabernet Sauvignon
First Creek Pinot Noir
BEERS
James Boags Premium Lager
James Squire 150 Lashes Pale Ale
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Peroni 3.5% Leggera
James Boags Premium Light
NON-ALCOHOLIC
A selection of soft drinks and juices
McGuigan’s sparkling, white & red are available as non-alcoholic wine options available on request.
Sample menu.
Included for you is a sparkling, a choice of three wines and a choice of two beers and James Boags Premium Light.
SPARKLING
Tyrrell’s Chardonnay Pinot Noir NV
WHITE WINE
Tulloch Verdelho
Mount Pleasant ‘Elizabeth’ Aged Semillon
Scarborough ‘Yellow’ Chardonnay
First Creek ‘FCR’ Rosé
RED WINE
Scarborough Pinot Noir
Tyrrells State Grown Shiraz
Tulloch Cabernet Sauvignon
BEERS
James Boags Premium Lager
James Squire 150 Lashes Pale Ale
Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Peroni 3.5% Leggera
NON-ALCOHOLIC
A selection of soft drinks and juices
McGuigan’s sparkling, white & red are available as non-alcoholic wine options available on request.
Sample menu.
CLASSIC BEVERAGE PACKAGE
PREMIUM BEVERAGE PACKAGE
Nicole Butler Photography
ACCOMMODATION
Spicers Guesthouse offers guests 45 rooms and suites, plus a four-bedroom cottage. Our luxuriously appointed rooms feature a classic contemporary feel, drawing upon the natural colour scheme of the Hunter region as inspiration.
Rooms are situated within three wings – Hunter, Valley and Garden – each with a guest lounge.
Ground floor rooms open onto the terrace, whilst first floor rooms provide elevated views of the property and bushland.
Whether your friends and family wish to enjoy a weekend away or just celebrate with you and stay the night of the wedding, we offer all wedding guests a 10% discount on accommodation for their entire stay with us. Prices are available upon enquiry.
A minimum number of rooms are required to be booked on the night of your wedding. Speak to your Wedding Coordinator for more information.
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Brooke Arte Studio
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Nicole Butler Photography
For further information on holding your wedding at Spicers Guesthouse or to arrange a personalised tour of the property please contact: 1300 590 075 • weddings.guesthouse@spicersretreats.com Ekerts Rd, Pokolbin NSW spicersretreats.com