WALLALONG HOUSE

Historic Charm

As the iron gates open, your eyes are drawn along the pear-tree-lined driveway to the 1830's sandstone stables with original cobblestone flooring and decorative iron rails, purchased from the Crystal Palace Exhibition auction in London in 1854.

Complete Privacy

Sitting proudly amongst four massive two-hundred-year-old fig trees, with breathtaking elevated views of the surrounding farmland, Wallalong House is the perfect location for a couple wanting complete privacy on their wedding day.

Close to Sydney

Wallalong House is located ten minutes from the gorgeous historic town of Morpeth, an easy two hours north of Sydney in the Hunter Valley NSW. There are extensive accommodation and transport choices for wedding guests in surrounding areas.

All Services On-Hand

Choose from two catering options: Fennel & Co, and Suki Mamas Authentic Asian Infused Street Food. Other services are also available as needed, including Photographers, Celebrants, Florists, Hair and Makeup, Dress Design, Transport, and Event Planning and Styling.

Perfect for Photos

There are many locations in and around the gardens and historic property perfect for superb photos: including the 1830’s sandstone stables, wide sweeping verandahs, in-ground pool and four incredibly large fig trees with breathtaking views.

Easy to Organise

We are able to provide in-house styling to help you create a wedding that surpasses your expectations. Our styling team have extensive experience sourcing any items you require. They are happy to assist from the very beginning of your planning with original styling ideas right up to organising and set up.

The Grounds

Wallalong House has an elegance and warmth that make it a distinctively different and beautiful venue.

The grounds of the Estate feature antique wooden daybeds, french iron chairs and tables sprinkled on the lawns, four 200-year-old fig trees that line the front of the property where the Ceremonies are held, an in-ground pool nestled on the edge of the Indian tent where the Receptions are held, and a splendid mix of Georgian and Victorian architecture.

X Factor's Jess Dunbar marries Matt Price in a picture-perfect Hunter Valley wedding at Wallalong House

Jess Dunbar and Matt Price, of the Australian musical duo Jess and Matt, first met at music college, where they became best friends before it quickly turned into a relationship.

They exchanged vows on the grounds of Wallalong House in the Hunter Valley, where they would later host their evening reception. 'We really wanted to have a getaway weekend where our guests could come and let their hair down and stay out of town. The Hunter Valley is still so close to our home Sydney, but really feels like a different world from the city and you're transported to some of the most stunning landscapes we've ever seen.'

Jess says they chose the very first venue they visited. 'We didn't even need to say the words to each other, we both knew. It had everything we could have wanted.'

Their evening reception was hosted in the elegant marquee at Wallalong House.

'We wanted the light to be warm to match the relaxed vibe in the room. We knew we always wanted a cocktail wedding that focused on a party vibe where everyone interacted and wasn't separated. We love that people aren't forced to sit with whomever we place them with; it encourages people to mingle and meet new people.'

Credit: Wedding photographer - Mathew Sacco, The Evoke Company.

Read the full story on Vogue Magazine.

Location

Wallalong House is situated just two hours drive from Sydney, near Morpeth in the Hunter Valley.