Rippon Lea Estate

About Rippon Lea Estate

National Heritage listed, Rippon Lea House and Garden is one of Australia’s grand suburban estates with a pleasure garden of sweeping lawns, magnificent trees, and a tranquil lake. Located only ten kilometers from Melbourne, this venue offers a sublime setting close to the CBD.

This classic venue is home to picturesque gardens including an ornamental lake, orchard, fernery, and sweeping lawns where elegance and magnificence combine creating the perfect surroundings for your special occasion.

Behind The Brand

What rooms/spaces do you have available for a wedding?

There are multiple outdoor spaces, from large sweeping lawns to intimate small gardens for your ceremony. Our grand Rippon Lea Ballroom is available for your reception.

How many people can each of these cater for?

The largest lawn can cater for up to 500 people and the smaller lawns have a capacity for 80 – 100 people.

Do you offer onsite accommodation?

No, however being just 7kms from Melbourne CBD, there are plenty of options close by.

What additional features and facilities does your venue offer that couples may find useful?

There is the option to have your reception in the grand Rippon Lea Ballroom. You will also have your own dedicated wedding coordinator on the day to ensure your day is seamless.

What type of couple would fall in love with your venue and why?

Couples looking for a wonderful outdoor location with old-world charm and stunning gardens.

Editor’s Notes

Why we love it…

A garden oasis right in the heart of Melbourne, this rare find is a spacious world of its own. Steeped in history, the gardens and mansion create a perfect backdrop for a classic modern wedding.

For the couple…

Who would love to embrace a natural garden setting for their ceremony and not have the stress and complication of having to leave for the reception at another venue; everything can be held at Rippon Lea.

Styling tips…

Create the perfect summer evening atmosphere pool-side by incorporating long tables with garden roses, loose linen napkins, and contemporary tableware. Keeping the styling color palette complementary to those of the sandy hues in the stone around the pool will bring visual cohesion to your reception.