Kumeu Valley Estate

Kumeu Valley Estate is a wedding and function venue in a quiet valley about 30 minutes from central Auckland, with two and a half acres of gardens. It offers exclusive venue hire and a choice of several outdoor ceremony areas, including a garden bar for arrival drinks and a jetty beside a river in the bush.

The Merlot room is an indoor ceremony space with vaulted timber ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace, which also serves as the wet weather option. The reception area opens onto a courtyard for covered al fresco dining, with live music and DJs welcome and free parking for guests.

On-site catering suits a range of dietary needs and cultures. Couples can bring their own beverages or pick a drinks package, and the venue holds a liquor licence.

A bridal suite, pop-up weddings and proposals are offered, and open days let couples see the venue. Wheelchair accessible parking, entrance and toilets are in place.

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