Perfectly Romantic
Auckland’s favourite wedding venue is ready to deliver you
the wedding of your dreams in a lake-side vineyard setting,
just 30 minutes from the CBD in Kumeu wine country.
Your Vineyard Wedding Dream
From the vines to the lake and manicured grounds, Gracehill Vineyard Estate offers all the opportunities you want for a magical wedding ceremony and a treasure trove of photos to be cherished for a lifetime.
Originally a working vineyard, Gracehill became a wedding venue in the early 2000s, and hasn’t looked back since, becoming Auckland’s favourite place to marry.
“Making it to ‘happily ever after’ starts by choosing the right place to begin your journey.”
Couples who choose Gracehill, talk about the professional but friendly style of service and relaxing rural vibe. It’s truly a place to get away from it all, just a 30 minute drive from town. Now you can see what makes Gracehill so special, including the many wedding options from food, to the vineyard suite, styling, hire items and much more.
The venue caters for up to 100 people, with all food and drink provided by the venue kitchen and bar. There is no option for BYO drink or outside caterers.
Adding Style & Space
Modern, lighter, fresher and more spacious – Gracehill is undergoing a major upgrade to the main venue building and the ceremony area that will add the wow-factor to your wedding.
Read more of the details and see a gallery of images.
So Much To Love
Couples visiting Gracehill talk a lot about the natural and man-made features that are the perfect backdrop for your wedding and the photos afterward.
The extensive well-kept gardens, the famous gazebo, the historic homestead and the large private lake give so many choices.
To see why so many couples are choosing Gracehill, have a look through our gallery of photos and the many happy brides and grooms who’ve gone before you.
Flexible Packages
Whether you have 20 guests or 100, there’s a package to meet a wide spending range. Mix and match features, or you can pick one of our starter packs. Our team will guide you through the options. Before you know it your date will be set – no stress, no hassle.
Classic Wedding
You’re In control, Organising Your Day
- Your Classic wedding comprises food + 5-7 hr house drinks package, and includes exclusive use of the venue, all seating and dining furniture, air-conditioning, tableware, staff, set-up and pack-down
- The Vineyard Suite, flowers, styling, cake, hire items, DJ or band can be added
- Ceremony and reception for 8 hours, $5,000-$15,000 minimum spend depending on date
Want to be across every detail and organise your wedding entirely yourself, or with a planner. the Classic wedding is the option for you, including all the basics, with no surprises.
The Classic Plus
A Classic Wedding, Plus Venue Styling
- Our most popular package – save time, worry and money, and give your wedding a coherent overall style
- The styling package includes table & venue flowers, linen vases, signs, green wall, neon sign, arch & more
- Ceremony & reception for 8 hours, $5,000-$15,000 minimum spend + styling $2,000-$3000+
Working with our venue florist makes deciding on the floral styling for the day a breeze. There are a series of standard themes, including Boho Glam, Vintage-Rustic and Pop Art, or you can go for something totally different! The package also includes hire items such as a neon sign, vases, green wall & more.
Concierge Wedding
The Dream Wedding We Help Organise
- Includes floral styling, food, drink, cake, plus celebrant and photographer chosen from our lists of trusted professionals
- Bouquets, hire items, DJ or band can be added
- Ceremony & reception for 8 hours, $5,000-$15,000 minimum spend + styling, planning & vendors $4,000+
There’s no time or expense spared on this wedding that will be the envy of your friends – not the least because almost all you have to do is choose your menu, hire items, vendors and flower styles, then relax. Countless couples have loved the concept, and the reality even more. We help you choose what you want, then our team makes it happen.
“We both are still in awe at how amazing our day was. Thank you so so much for making it all happen for us and hosting an incredible day. Everyone has been raving about the food, the service and the gorgeous venue!”
Emily Hughes
Gracehill Bride 2022
“We’re still getting heaps of compliments from guests about the food, venue grounds and the staff too. You all are absolutely fantastic and really appreciate all you’ve done to bring our day together. Couldn’t have asked for better!”
Rachel Dinneen
Gracehill Bride 2022
Other Events
Whilst we’re renowned for our weddings, we also hosts private events for businesses, schools, sports clubs, community groups and more through our sister business Simply Events.
That includes birthday parties, baby showers, dinners and luncheons, meetings, training sessions, team building, presentations, conferences and retreats. Catering, transport services and equipment hire are available in our packages.