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Answers before the site visit.

These answers combine the venue’s published website information with its 2025/2026 brochure and Wedding Events Information Pack. Confirm date-specific pricing and terms directly with the events team.

17 Paynes Road, Chirnside Park, on the doorstep of the Yarra Valley. The venue describes itself as approximately forty minutes from Melbourne, with views across rolling hills and farmland.

The current site names Package 1 – Cocktail, Package 2 – Feasting and Package 3 – Custom.

Yes. “The Little Suite” is a vintage caravan with a minibar, barn doors, large mirrors and power outlets. The brochure says access starts one hour before the reception, with the minibar described as suitable for four guests.

The 2025/2026 brochure describes the outdoor ceremony setup as 40 chairs, two wine barrels for signing, an archway and a signing table, with the rolling hills behind the ceremony area.

The current FAQ states $750 for a 1-hour ceremony and $20 per person for a 1-hour post-ceremony drinks package. Confirm current rates when enquiring.

The live FAQ lists 5 hours of venue hire, 5 hours of beverage service, menu tasting, wait staff, bar staff, chef, event coordinator, service ware, car parking, outdoor terrace access, vintage caravan bridal suite and reception furniture, among other practical inclusions.

Celebrant, floristry, photography/videography, musicians and accommodation are listed as not included.

The live FAQ currently states a $4,000 deposit is required to secure the booking.

The current site references craft and premium beer, standard beer, cider, white and red wines, plus vodka, gin, rum and whiskey.

Published options include petit fours, a dessert grazing station, cheese tables or platters, and an ice cream table.

The FAQ currently mentions an Antipasto Grazing Station, Soaker Packs and a Paella Station.

The Wedding Events Information Pack says the team will contact you around six weeks out to book a final meeting, which takes place about four weeks before the wedding. Menu selections, extra services, timings, running schedule and final guest numbers are due 14 days before the event.

The information pack states that any remaining balance shown on the invoice is due seven days before the event.

The pack lists two hours of setup access before the event and half an hour after the event for pack-down. Alternative equipment drop-off or pickup times may be arranged by appointment, subject to availability.

The pack says tastings are held several times through the year and an invitation is emailed around two to three months before the wedding. Up to two tasting guests are included in the booking deposit; additional attendees are listed at $65 per person in the information pack. Reconfirm current tasting terms with the coordinator.

Yes. The information pack says menu changes and alterations can be discussed by email, phone or face-to-face within the selection timeframe. Some changes may carry an additional cost, and final menu selections are due 14 days before the event.

The planning documents confirm that a rehearsal can be arranged and is subject to availability. Because the two documents differ on whether a separate fee applies, confirm the current rehearsal policy with your coordinator before scheduling it.

The 2025/2026 brochure specifically notes the ability to bring pets for the ceremony and post-ceremony photographs. Discuss the practical details with the venue in advance.

The brochures list a digital photobooth, lawn games, table raisers for seated weddings, a petal station and a sparkler send-off. Food additions include antipasto grazing, soaker packs, paella, a feasting entrée and a ham-station upgrade.

The published contact details include events@thelittlevineyard.com.au and 0487 700 144.

The venue points couples to Instagram at @the_little_vineyard and its Facebook page at The Little Vineyard.