Picturesque Rural Weddings, Events, Wine & Food in Australia’s Most Elegant Book Barn

Bendooley Estate, near the village of Berrima in the NSW Southern Highlands, is a place with genuine country warmth and intimate elegance where you can truly celebrate your wedding day. Our 200-acre property, with expansive gardens and a picturesque lake setting, provides so many beautiful spaces for celebration and photography.

The Book Barn

The Book Barn is quintessentially Southern Highlands - rustic yet elegant, astonishing yet intimate. Housing our restaurant and bar, its high ceilings with exposed timber beams and iron pendant lights, walls of leather bound antiquarian books, and the grand stone fireplace bring a special warmth to this truly unique location. For weddings, the bookshelves roll away to create an incredible space.
With a beautiful garden courtyard for drinks, the venue also features designer furniture, state of the art sound system, multiple fireplaces and your very own cocktail bar. Brides have the luxury of a private bridal suite, complete with views of the adjoining vineyard. Seated 220 people - Cocktail 250 people

Lakeside Marquee

For those who prefer a marquee wedding, the location, next to our beautiful lakeside pavilion and jetty, is completely idyllic. It is surrounded by manicured rose gardens, ancient trees and rolling hills. Marquees can be hired by offsite providers.

Your Special Day

Perhaps your dream wedding is to dine amongst the vines or to indulge in champagne and canapés by the rose garden overlooking the lake. The options are endless and only limited by your imagination. Chat to our professional wedding coordinators about pre and post event celebrations, whether it be a picnic with the family or a bridal brunch. We are there every step of the way and can assist you with as little or as much as you require.