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Rippon Lea Estate

Historic Building

#94 of 494 Wedding venues in Melbourne
#1 of 105 Garden venues in Melbourne
  2 reviews  â€“ 
192 Hotham Street, Melbourne, 3185 –
Elsternwick, Melbourne
From $1000
hire fee
Up to 170
seats
Up to 272
standing
Venue offers catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Historic Victorian mansion in Melbourne's Elsternwick, surrounded by 14 acres of heritage gardens, including a lake, waterfall, and Southern Hemisphere's largest fernery. Perfect for elegant outdoor celebrations or heritage-themed gatherings.

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Spaces for hire at Rippon Lea Estate

Garden Area at Rippon Lea Estate

Garden Area
Garden
·
Private space
170 seats
272 standing
Set across almost 14 acres, these magnificent grounds include a lake, flower gardens, fernery, nursery, and beautiful period Coach House. Open daily to the public until 6 pm, we’ll help you find a shaded spot for an intimate celebration. Larger marquee receptions are also permitted, depending on other activities on the Estate planned for that ti...
Wedding licence available
from $1000 hire fee
Enquire now
Ballroom Area at Rippon Lea Estate

Ballroom Area
Ballroom
·
Private space
170 seats
272 standing
One of Melbourne’s most prestigious wedding venues, the Ballroom has hosted celebrity receptions and is famous for its 1930s Hollywood-era glamour and Pool deck. This is Melbourne's opulent original party venue, built especially for entertaining by its glamourous owner. Enjoy our sophisticated art deco design and modern amenities to create an un...
Wedding licence available
from $1000 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Communication
5.0

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Dion O.
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Excellent communication
5.0
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Tamara W.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Ballroom Area
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Garden Area
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Monday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Ballroom Area
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Garden Area
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Tuesday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Ballroom Area
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Garden Area
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Wednesday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Ballroom Area
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Garden Area
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Thursday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Ballroom Area
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Garden Area
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Friday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Ballroom Area
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Garden Area
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Saturday
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Ballroom Area
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee
Garden Area
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $1000 hire fee

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 272
standing
Up to 170
seats
In-house catering
Parking available
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Rippon Lea Estate

Rippon Lea Estate is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

National Heritage-owned Rippon Lea House and Garden are 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 grounds including an ornamental lake, orchard, fernery, and sweeping lawns where elegance and magnificence combine creating the perfect surroundings for your special occasion.

FAQ

At Rippon Lea Estate, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Free parking is available on-site

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Rippon Lea Estate:

  • Garden Area hosting 68 guests: $14670
  • Ballroom Area hosting 100 guests: $16264

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Rippon Lea Estate is located at 192 Hotham Street, in Elsternwick, Melbourne.

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