WEDDING PARTY ACCOMMODATION WITH CEREMONY AND OR RECEPTION
Weddings at Fernglen Forest Retreat 💍🌿
If you’re dreaming of celebrating your wedding or reception surrounded by nature’s beauty, Fernglen Forest Retreat offers the perfect setting — peaceful, private, and full of magic. ✨
To ensure time for setup and complete privacy, we require that you book the entire retreat for both the night before and the night of your event.
In addition to accommodation, we offer grounds hire for your special day:
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💚 $200 – if only staying guests attend
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🌸 $500 – for up to 30 attending guests
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🌿 $700 – for up to 50 attending guests
We are unable to accommodate more than 50 people in total, to protect the natural serenity of our forest surroundings.
You can check exact prices and availability directly on our website — simply go to ‘Book’, enter your dates (including the night before your event), and the whole retreat will appear if available.
Once you’re happy with the quote, we can secure your booking with a 10% deposit.
We’d be honoured to host your celebration of love at Fernglen Forest Retreat. 💕
WEDDING PARTY ACCOMMODATION WITH CEREMONY AND OR RECEPTION BOOKED ELSEWHERE
If you’re searching for a peaceful hideaway while celebrating your wedding nearby, Fernglen Forest Retreat offers the perfect place to unwind, reconnect, and celebrate love.
Nestled among whispering trees, our retreat is just 700 metres from Tatra Receptions and only a short drive to other beloved wedding venues including SkyHigh Mount Dandenong, Poet’s Lane, Lyrebird Falls, Nathania Springs, and Mist @ Olinda. Our serene forest setting provides a magical backdrop for pre-wedding preparations, quiet moments together, and joyful gatherings with loved ones.
When you book the entire retreat, you’ll enjoy exclusive access to five charming, self-contained cottages, each designed for comfort and connection. All cottages are pet- and child-friendly, and feature:
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Private parking
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Cosy fireplaces for romantic evenings
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High-speed internet and Smart TVs with streaming services
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Fully equipped kitchens with coffee machines and premium teas
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Bathrooms (two cottages include indulgent indoor spa baths, and one has an outdoor Jacuzzi under the stars)
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Outdoor spaces with BBQ facilities, surrounded by nature
We can comfortably host up to 20 guests in beds, with space for an additional 12 guests using trundle and sofa bed options — making Fernglen the perfect forest retreat for you and your wedding guests to share special memories before and after the big day.
VIEWINGS
We’d love to welcome you to explore our enchanting forest retreat.
The best time to visit is between 11 am and 2 pm on weekdays, while our team is quietly preparing the cottages. During this time, you’ll often have the perfect chance to wander inside and imagine your special moments here.
Please call me on 0433 424 181 to arrange a viewing — I’d be delighted to show you around. 🌿💛
PETS
Celebrate Your Special Day with All Your Loved Ones — Including Furry Friends! 🐾💖
At Fernglen Forest Retreat, we’re thrilled to welcome pets to your wedding celebrations! Our forest is a delicate and magical place, so we ask that pets are kept restrained at all times to protect the wildlife and the beauty around us.
To ensure a wonderful experience for everyone:
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Please bring your pet’s bed, bowls, and any essentials.
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Keep pets off the furniture to maintain the comfort of all guests.
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Any damage caused by pets will be covered by the security deposit.
Thank you for helping us care for our forest and making your wedding celebration safe, joyful, and unforgettable for both human and furry guests alike! 🌿✨
See our Pet Policy here
FOOD AND CATERING
You’re most welcome to bring in your own caterers, so every bite at your wedding is just as you’ve dreamed
EVENT PLANNING
Should you require assistance with the event we partner with Event Boss Australia or call +61 413 760 069
ON SITE SAUNA
Indulge in pure relaxation with our private onsite sauna, accompanied by an outdoor shower and bath, all set amidst a secluded bush sanctuary with enchanting forest views—a perfect escape for moments of romance and serenity
ON SITE MASSAGE
Immerse yourself in pure relaxation with a bespoke in-house massage, facial, or body treatment from Balance Mountain Day Spa Olinda. Let Nadine bring the art of indulgence directly to your cottage, so you can surrender to tranquility in the privacy of your own retreat.
To reserve your moment of bliss, please share your cottage name and address, and allow at least 2 days’ notice—because every exquisite experience deserves time to prepare.
CHECK IN TIMES
Check-in time is 3pm and checkout is 10am.
PARKING
All cottages offer parking for at least one car. We can comfortably park 8 cars on the property and more if parked in tandem.
SLEEPING CONFIGURATION OF THE COTTAGES
WINDMILL LODGE
- One king size bed (bedroom 1)
- One king size bed/or two singles (bedroom 2)
- One double bed (bedroom 3)
- One Porta cot
JACUZZI LODGE
- One king size bed (bedroom 1)
- One bunk bed - double on bottom, single on top (bedroom 2)
- One sofa bed (living room)
- One Porta cot
BROOK COTTAGE
- One queen size bed (bedroom 1)
- One bunk bed - double on bottom, single on top (bedroom 2)
- One sofa bed (living room)
- One Porta cot
SPA COTTAGE
- One queen size bed (bedroom 1)
- One sofa bed (living room)
- One Porta cot
STUDIO
- One queen size bed (studio space)
- One sofa bed (studio space)
- One Porta cot
SITE PLAN
SUPPORT DURING YOUR STAY
Please do not hesitate to call me on +61 433 424 181 for further information.
Warm Regards, Renee
