Elopements at Willow

Sleeping for up to 14 guests to stay onsite and available for exclusive use for small weddings

As a boutique wedding venue, Willow Lodge offers the perfect combination of luxury and tranquility set against pine trees and established gardens. Whether a small intimate affair or a larger informal reception, guests can stay onsite.  Magnificent rural views and amazing sunsets only add to the already perfect setting. We have a list of local vendors that can make your day perfect! There are so many options with the property, previous weddings have food trucks, a marque on site, with vows in the garden followed by canapes in the courtyard with a live band.

Bridal Party/Wedding Guest Accommodation: Willow Lodge is the perfect spot to stay as a Bridal party or a Guest for a wedding, the picturesque & private rural location takes you away from the hustle & bustle but is close to the beaches, vineyards, and popular restaurants. With Matakana a short drive away, Willow Lodge is a popular destination during the wedding season for bridal parties to stay onsite and get ready.

Lots of great lighting and full-length mirrors to get ready – plenty of parking for vendors and guests. 1.5 acres of planting, and landscaped gardens for photo opportunities.

Lodge Details -The lodge and home are positioned on glorious park-like grounds, with a circular driveway, established gardens, and stately trees, creating a sanctuary for bird life.
Originally a stone cottage built 1940s on 1.5 acres and extended over the years to offer this graceful masterpiece. Spanning over two floors with a blend of authentic period features. The main home offers three double bedrooms (two with an en-suite), two family bathrooms and two living rooms, a formal dining room, separate laundry, and a generous English Kitchen with an open fireplace.

The lodge has a total of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and one living area, or can operate as two self-contained suites.

The larger of the two has a kitchenette and cosy living room. The main bedroom has a queen bed, and the second bedroom has a twin-share or/can be made as a king bed with a separate bathroom. (This suite can sleep two couples or a family with two children.) The other suite has two Queen rooms and a bathroom.

If you have extended family or a large bridal party why not hire the full lodge - which can sleep up to 8 guests or up to 14 guests with full exclusivity of the property.

Add-ons to your booking:

We can provide private shopping services to ensure your stay is just perfect and ready for you on arrival. Why not add on a platter, a bottle of bubbles, fresh flowers, and groceries ready in your room - Please enquire with Ali when booking.