the perfect reception

Reception Venues

Finding the perfect reception venue is sometimes a difficult task. However here in the Granite Belt there are many to choose from. Let these fantastic venues cater for your needs and let your dreams unfold...


Girraween Country Inn

Contemplating a Country Wedding?
Girraween Country Inn Ballandean, on the Granite Belt Highlands, is Stanthorpe’s finest boutique wedding venue. Situated on 40 acres of unspoilt Australian Bushland, adjoining the Girraween National Park and yet, in the heart of the district’s award winning vineyards. The Inn offers you a secluded and unique venue for your wedding your very special day.
The grounds lend themselves to an open air ceremony and, churches of Anglican and Catholic denominations are in close vicinity. The Inn sports various fireplaces througout the building for the cold winter months and in the summer months the Inn is delightfully cool. The restaurant is fully licensed and comfortably seats 80 guests and, has an attractive fireplace, the Ricco Room a small Reception room for pre-wedding drinks and canapes has an open firelace.
With regard to accommodation, the Inn can accommodate the Wedding Party and selected friends of up to twenty eight people, combining seven K rooms one Q a four-poster and a Chalet. There are many other accommoation places close by for further wedding guests. Sole use of the premises gives you, your exclusive private place, a place to truly relax and enjoy your very special day.


Address: 1793 Eukey Rd, Ballandean QLD 4382.
Phone: 07 4683 7109
Email: admin@girraweeencountryinn.com.au
Web: www.girraweencountryinn.com.au


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Happy Valley Retreat

At Happy Valley Retreat we pride ourselves on our ability to accommodate all styles of wedding receptions. We understand that every bride and groom have different needs, requests and desires and our wedding packages are designed so that you have flexibility for designing a day or night that is purely unique and that suits your individual needs and wants.
Happy Valley Retreat is Stanthorpe’s premier events venue and is set on 30 acres of gardens, vineyards and granite bush land, providing various picturesque locations for your ceremony and wedding photos. The large, timber homestead houses our two function rooms, foyer, cellar bar and guest lounge. The timber décor throughout the homestead provides a cosy and rustic charm. With 20 timber cabins on site, your guests will relax knowing they don’t have to drive home after your reception. For smaller, more intimate weddings, why not book out the whole retreat and make your wedding a two or three day event?
With so much to do and see around the Granite Belt region, your guests will remember your wedding event forever. We are only too happy to assist with organising day trips to the National Parks, Wine Tours and visits to local produce outlets. Our experienced kitchen team have created various menus to ensure every palate and budget is catered for and our friendly wait staff offer efficient service with a smile. With over 10 years experience in the marketing, promotion and event coordination industry, owners Dee and Geoff Davenport look forward to taking the stress out of organising your big day.

Contact us at info@happyvalleyretreat.com.au to receive our latest wedding packages.


Address: Glenlyon Drive, Stanthorpe
Phone: 07 4681 1370
Fax: 07 4681 1302
Email: info@happyvalleyretreat.com.au
Web: www.happyvalleyretreat.com.au


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Queensland College of Wine Tourism

The Queensland College of Wine Tourism opened its doors in March 2007 and provides Stanthorpe not only with a state-of-the-art education and training facility, but a fantastic conference venue to hold your wedding ceremony or reception.

Set in grounds of lush orchards and vineyards, the surrounds provide ample space for photo opportunities and offer your guests a taste of what Stanthorpe is all about!

The college provides full use of the venue for up to 130 of your guests. This includes the courtyard, bistro and function rooms, and a deck overlooking the vineyards and spring fed dam. Wedding marquees "on the green" can also be arranged.

Our chefs can cater for all your guests and we can provide you with amazing menu combinations that are sure to please…

Packages can be tailored to suit your needs. Contact us for more details.

Address: 22 Caves Road, Stanthorpe
Phone: (07) 4685 5050
Fax: (07) 4685 5099
Email: qcwt@usq.edu.au
Web: www.usq.edu.au/qcwt/


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