Host Your Dream Castle Wedding in Australia’s Most Stunning Venues
Escape to Nutting Hill Villa for the ultimate castle wedding experience in Australia, merging historic Tuscan architecture with the tropical year-round greenery famously applauded in the Byron Bay Hinterland.
Unique architecture and ancient artefacts add to the undeniable Tuscan dream.
Located in the protected hinterland with two large reception spaces for up to 200 guests.
Venue hire includes a luxury villa for preparation, allows fireworks and gives you the freedom to source your own vendors
Nutting Hill Villa is carefully crafted in the spirit of a European estate without the travel required. Our venue’s exquisite Tuscan design embodies the majestic, old-world charm central to any true castle dream.
Our couples choose us for breathtaking photography opportunities at every turn, from the stone exterior to high vantage points in the light-filled turret and tower. Our villa truly functions as a modern-day mini castle.
The Essence of Our Tuscan Castle
We set our venue apart with history literally built into the walls. Our visitors agree that the atmosphere of this space is deepened by genuine, centuries-old artefacts:
Ancient Entry: Guests are welcomed through impressive 300-year-old wooden doors, which once served as a defensive portal in a village wall in Rajasthan.
Regal Ironwork: Iron lace set into the hallway wall was cast in India to commemorate the coronation of Queen Victoria in 1838.
Convict-Hewn Stone: The sandstone seating around the fire pit is crafted from convict-hewn rock salvaged from the original 1827 Sydney Museum foundations.
These internationally sourced materials offer an enduring sense of legacy that no modern build can replicate and solidify us as a truly unique wedding destination.
The Royal Setting
Nutting Hill Villa’s location in the Byron Bay Hinterland ensures your special day is comfortable for you, the bridal couple, and all your guests, regardless of the weather. Honestly speaking, it is a secure spectacle of a destination wedding combined with the assurance of complete all-weather backup. What’s more royal than a grand affair with no stress on the bridal couple?
The villa’s grounds are deeply committed to year-round beauty. The surrounding landscape features lush, green tropical gardens deliberately planted to be non-seasonal – a magnificent setting for your celebration no matter which date you choose.
The Pre-Wedding Experience in Architectural Luxury
The villa itself is designed for a stress-free wedding experience. The beautifully appointed interior spaces perfectly complement the exterior’s castle aesthetic and include five spacious bedrooms and a mezzanine (convertible to a sixth bedroom), along with three bathrooms and two powder rooms for the bridal party.
Imagine starting your day with champagne on the 30-metre verandah, an exquisite sunset vista, in front of artfully furnished interiors before your ceremony. This is paid for as part of the total venue hire so you get to have it all, in perfect royal fashion.
Grand Receptions and Exclusivity
Nutting Hill Villa is not a small venue by any means, and our space is made for large celebrations.
The Plantation Room: Accommodates up to 200 seated guests.
The Pavillion On The Green: Seats up to 100 guests and doubles as a ceremony space.
These celebration spaces create an open-air feel with minimal walling. Nutting Hill Villa also allows fireworks, so your castle wedding can end off with the glorious spectacle it deserves.
Your Vision, Your Vendors
A core part of the Nutting Hill Villa experience is the luxury of exclusive use and complete planning freedom. Our villa skips the in-house services, and instead, couples can hire their preferred third-party vendors. This means you can have total creative control over every detail of your dream day when you book your wedding with us.
The venue charge includes access to the whole villa with 6 spacious bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. These rooms are specifically designated for the bridal party’s use and preparation, not as guest accommodation. So you can turn your special day into a weekend affair with your closest people.
Looking ahead to 2027, there will be six two-bedroom Orchard Villas to accommode up to 24 guests, alongside an on-brand Italian-style, fairy-lit courtyard, perfect for hosting pre- and post-wedding get-togethers.
Nutting Hill Villa stands as the ultimate Australian castle estate for an unforgettable fairytale wedding. Contact us to discuss your preferred date and see how we can accommodate you on your most special day.
FAQs
Q: What makes Nutting Hill Villa a castle wedding destination?
A: Nutting Hill Villa is an architectural masterpiece featuring a distinct Tuscan design that evokes the grandeur of a European estate. The venue includes unique "mini castle" elements such as a turret, tower and portico, which provide magnificent backdrops for photography and lend a truly regal atmosphere to your celebration.
Q: How many guests can I invite?
A: We offer two versatile reception spaces, with seating for up to 100 people and 200 people. We also have several outdoor ceremony sites for both intimate or large gatherings.
Q: Does the venue fee include accommodation?
A: Venue hire includes access to the spacious on-site space with 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. These are specifically designated as a luxurious private retreat for the bridal party’s preparation and use during the day, not as guest accommodation.