The Verandah at Calais Estate

Event Venue in a Winery / Brewery
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Private space
151 Palmers Lane, Newcastle, 2320 –
Pokolbin

About this space

Ideal for functions of up to 60 people seated.

The wide verandah offers stunning west facing sunset views across the vineyards to the Broken Back Range as well as sweeping views north across the dam and island to the Barrington Tops. Then head inside for an intimate dining experience by the open fireplace.

This venue is accessed via stairs.


Prices

Sunday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
This is room hire only including use of the commercial kitchen, tables, chairs, cutlery, crockery, glassware. Calais is the exclusive provider of wine for the venue, all other catering is BYO. Calais can help you source caterers or you may bring your own.
Monday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
This is room hire only including use of the commercial kitchen, tables, chairs, cutlery, crockery, glassware. Calais is the exclusive provider of wine for the venue, all other catering is BYO. Calais can help you source caterers or you may bring your own.
Tuesday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
This is room hire only including use of the commercial kitchen, tables, chairs, cutlery, crockery, glassware. Calais is the exclusive provider of wine for the venue, all other catering is BYO. Calais can help you source caterers or you may bring your own.
Wednesday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
This is room hire only including use of the commercial kitchen, tables, chairs, cutlery, crockery, glassware. Calais is the exclusive provider of wine for the venue, all other catering is BYO. Calais can help you source caterers or you may bring your own.
Thursday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
This is room hire only including use of the commercial kitchen, tables, chairs, cutlery, crockery, glassware. Calais is the exclusive provider of wine for the venue, all other catering is BYO. Calais can help you source caterers or you may bring your own.
Friday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
This is room hire only including use of the commercial kitchen, tables, chairs, cutlery, crockery, glassware. Calais is the exclusive provider of wine for the venue, all other catering is BYO. Calais can help you source caterers or you may bring your own.
Saturday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm. All prices include GST.
This is room hire only including use of the commercial kitchen, tables, chairs, cutlery, crockery, glassware. Calais is the exclusive provider of wine for the venue, all other catering is BYO. Calais can help you source caterers or you may bring your own.
Pricing updated by venue 3 weeks ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 90
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 90
Boardroom
up to 60
Classroom
up to 40

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
External catering allowed
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation is available on-site
Free parking is available on-site
Free on-street parking
Commercial kitchen
Bar
Barista coffee machine
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
Space has noise restriction after 23:00

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence available
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Outside catering is allowed but must be approved by venue and have all relevant insurance and certifications
Calais Estate is the exclusive wine provider for this venue

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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In its sun-drenched pocket of Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley, Calais Estate is one of the most picturesque destinations in the region. Large panoramic views of vineyards and charming sandstone architecture make it one of those places where memories can be created forever.

Select from our stunning venues on the Estate:

Calais House - Fancy 5 bedrooms & 5 bathrooms (for soaking) indoor & outdoor dining options plus a swimming pool.

The Barrel Room - This is a working barrel room, truly unique with rustic elegance, and can seat 180 guests or 300 for a cocktail-style event.

The Verandah - A lovely restaurant area with a big verandah. The view is scenic, great for sit-down dinners of 60 or cocktail-style functions of 90.

The Courtyard - A beautiful spot open to the sky, for a casual affair of 40 sit-down or up to 120 cocktail-style guests.

The Private Tasting Room - Found down the end of a sandstone hallway, the intimate room bubbling with old-world charm is ideal for meetings and dinner for 12 seated.

The Cellar Door- A rustic sandstone room with a long wooden bar, for the ultimate wine lover.

Calais Estate is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


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