The Estate Trentham
Est. 2015
Trentham, Victoria, Australia
Up to 60 guests
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The Estate, an original 1902 Federation home, has been designed and decorated by interior stylist, Lynda Gardener.
Inspired by Scandinavian interiors, fresh white walls, dark floors and airy rooms, complemented by natural wood furniture, a mix of old and new curated collections from European flea markets, to local country finds.
The Lowdown
Type
Barn / Farm / RanchEstate / House / Mansion / Villa
Views
ForestGardenLandscaped Grounds
Style
Country
Garden Party
Romantic
Vintage
Best type of Celebrations
Adventure Travel
Birthday Party
Corporate Event
Product Launch
Dinner Party
Family Reunion
Group Getaway
Social Event
Wedding Ceremony
Workshops: Creative, Photo, Etc.

Venue Setting

An original c1902 three bedroom federation house set amongst beautiful gardens in the heart of Trentham - just over one hour from Melbourne.

The living room is filled with wall to wall sofas to laze and relax on or choose to curl up and read in front of the wood fire in winter. Open the double french doors to the north facing summer garden in the warmer months. Turkish and hand crocheted rugs adorn the floors while oversized light fittings, cushions, throws, were all hand made for you to enjoy.

The BARN features as part of the Estate grounds, located adjacent to the house and surrounded by wonderful established gardens. The space is available for events, gatherings, workshops, weddings and photo shoots.

When hiring the Barn, you will also have use of the grounds surrounding the venue, including a mini orchard and harvest gardens. Suited for 40 people seated or up to approximately 60 people for a stand up cocktail event. All Barn hire is in conjunction with a minimum of 2 nights accommodation with the exception of workshops, photo shoots, location hire or smaller events which can be booked for an afternoon or day hire, Sundays or mid-week.

Our local gardener Tim Pilgrim tends to the garden weekly, ensuring produce for each and every season. The harvest garden has an array of fresh herbs, salad leaves and vegetables for you to hand pick and use during your stay at the house. A mini orchard featuring pears, apples and quinces, is also the perfect setting for long lunches and dinners under the trees. Surrounding the vegetable patch is a mediterranean garden as well as strawberries, blackberries and raspberries to enjoy all summer long.

Capacity

Seated
40
Buffet
60
Standing
60
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Additional charges

The package price for the ESTATE TRENTHAM does include 2 nights accommodation for up to 3 couples.

Insurance

Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
2015
Curfew
11 PM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client Must Select A Caterer From The List Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
BYO Permitted – You Can Bring Your Own Alcohol
Licensed Server Is Required
Music
No Amplified Music Allowed
Smoking
Non-smoking Venue
Accommodations

Inspired by Scandinavian interiors, fresh white walls, dark floors and airy rooms, complemented by natural wood furniture, a mix of old and new curated collections from European flea markets, to local country finds. The kitchen houses a large personal collection of vintage crockery, wooden utensils and chopping boards. Two bedrooms in the house and an original potato pickers shed, now the 3rd bedroom, a few steps away from the main house, overlooking the herb gardens and mini orchard.

Amenities
  • Street Parking
  • Onsite Restrooms
Inside Scoop

If you are staying at the Estate during your celebration, please feel free to pick and use the beautiful herbs in the garden for your cocktails!

A short walk along the path directly alongside of the ESTATE is the Domino trail, which takes you through a beautiful forest (around a 1.5 hour walk) where you will arrive at the end of the forest walk at The Radio Springs Hotel for a drink or two (even lunch?) before heading back.

Venue Features
The scene:
The house is set on just under an acre of beautiful country gardens with a mini orchard and a well established harvest garden. Our gardener Tim, looks over the harvest garden all year round, to make sure everything is just perfect for your stay and bespoke event!

The Barn which is set adjacent to the house is a classic white lined simple structure with windows overlooking the gardens.
Design:
The Estate, an original 1902 Federation home, has been Designed and decorated by interior decorator and stylist, Lynda Gardener. Details include concrete bench tops, beautiful bathroom attached to the Barn which includes a claw foot bath. The house has also been curated with one off pieces hand selected by Lynda for the home.
Standout venue features:
Lovely original verandahs surround the house and are perfect for arrival drinks or in the north facing side of the garden to commence hors d'eourves before revealing the gardens beyond and of course the Barn.
Extra perks:
The price includes rustic tresle tables and vintage industrial chairs and/or stools for up to 40 guests.
Awards & Notables
Awards, recognitions, or noteworthy achievements associated with the venue.
The Estate Trentham has been featured in many magazines and books around the world. Elle Decoration UK - magazine feature and cover, Elle Decoration Spain, Country Living Modern Rustic UK, VT vonnen - Holland, Country Style magazine feature including the cover, Design Files Australia, Elle Decoration Indonesia, Luxe Guides and so many more.

The house and barn has also featured in many backdrops for brands such as Witchery, Sheets on the Line, Cotton On, Maxwell Williams, just to name a few.
Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.
Du Fermier - food by Annie Smithers - rustic french food made with love from Annies Garden - must book well in advance!
The Trentham Collective - best place for breakfast, brunch and lunch....homemade cakes and a very cool interior
The Cosmpolitan Hotel - original rustic pub with small wine bar, also a great summer garden with wood fire pizza
Red Beard Bakery - historical hand made bread using wood fire ovens
A 15 min drive to Daylesford:
Bellevedre Social, the latest offering in the area and is highly recommended for the good food and cocktails.
The Daylesford Hotel, for casual drinks
The Cosmopolitan Hotel - original rustic pub with small wine bar, also a great summer garden with wood fire pizza
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History Lesson: How This Talented Designer Turned an Old Barn Into a Dream Venue
There are those among us who possess the uncanny ability to see dusty, perhaps wilted structures as future style stars and the old bones of historic homes as bohemian beauties to-be. However it takes more than a keen eye to breathe new life into old barns and historic homes. Lynda Gardener and Mark Smith are two such people that possess the talent and magic to carefully craft spectacularly breathtaking spaces. We were already clued into their beautiful bespoke style as they own  The Estate Trentham,  White House Daylesford and White Room Fitzroy. The three properties that are so lovely, that upon first glance it seems as if they are inspirational images styled for a home decor magazine. One would not imagine that these houses are actually available for the public to experience.  We were fortunate enough to speak with Lynda, who's interior design is unmatched in the way she is able to tell a story through style. The Estate Trentham, caught our eye in particular as it's not just an accommodation for getaways but includes a beautiful, onsite events barn for intimate gatherings and a lush, private garden for outdoor dining. Photos by Lisa Cohen Photography  
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