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Silverstream Retreat is one of the most reputable wedding venues in Wellington. This peaceful environment is dedicated to creating a memorable occasion for your wedding. Whether inside or outside, elaborate or intimate. We have three wedding venues: the Grasslands including it’s covered veranda overlooking the Hutt river, the Boardwalk complex incorporating the Boardwalk Garden, and The Pillars including private courtyard. Our timber rafters and ambient lighting add to the modern rustic feel of our venues.

Our incredible venues

Silverstream Retreat wedding venue, Boardwalk Complex

Boardwalk Complex

This incorporates the Foyer and Café area with its beautiful stone fireplace and rustic café furniture which leads into the Boardwalk Garden and the Auditorium. The Foyer/Café area is a great place to socialise and mingle while a dance area is perfect for casual receptions, cocktail parties and pre-dinner drinks. High ceilings with rustic rafters and ambient lighting greet you when you walk through the grand entrance. In addition, beautiful original polished wooden floors add to the charm of this area and modern comfortable sofas bring an easy elegance to this space.

   216 guests including the bridal table

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Boardwalk Garden

This cleverly designed, tranquil space has a large landscaped area that can be used as a ceremony space and for drinks and canapes. Boardwalk platforms that are perfect for musicians and a rustic gazebo overlooking the native bush and western hills makes this a most romantic place to exchange your wedding vows. For elegant outdoor weddings, this peaceful green plateau makes a magical backdrop for any wedding photo.

Silverstream Retreat wedding venue, Boardwalk gazebo
Silverstream Retreat wedding venue, The Grasslands

The Grasslands

This exceptional space is purpose built for the smooth running of your wedding. The Grasslands is a beautiful brand new, premium venue, lovingly restored with exposed Rimu beams. Enter into a light spacious open Foyer with bar area and casual seating, all of which flows through to the cosy lounge space, outdoor veranda and main reception space.

   128 guests including the bridal table

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Large Covered Veranda

Large covered veranda with bar style seating with a view or the Hutt River, native bush & pine trees, golf greens, surrounding western hills all make the Grasslands, the venue that everyone wants to book.

Silverstream Retreat wedding venue, The Grasslands veranda
Silverstream Retreat wedding venue, The Pillars

The Pillars

The rustic wood beams and river stone columns compliment the light airy feel in this gorgeous room. The bi-fold doors open out onto the expansive deck, and private courtyard. This stylish function room has superior technological facilities including advanced lighting, air-conditioning and heating systems, all set in a beautiful contemporary space. The Pillars has been designed as an intimate place for your wedding reception.

   108 guests including the bridal table

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Courtyard Garden

The Pillars courtyard is a private adjoining area with covered outdoor seating, rustic open fireplace and surrounding native garden. This space can be used for an outdoor ceremony space for your wedding which you have exclusive use of when booking The Pillars.

Silverstream Retreat wedding venue, The Pillars courtyard

Our great packages & catering

Catering to your taste and budget

At Silverstream Retreat we know the importance of providing couples with an unforgettable wedding experience. No matter how extravagant or simple you envision your wedding day you can rely on our industry knowledge and attention to detail to deliver when it matters most. Our Event Manager will work with you to create a menu designed according to your tastes. Our aim is to allow you to relax and enjoy your special day.

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Buffet

$95 per person, including GST

Available in The Grasslands, The Boardwalk Complex or The Pillars, 10am–1am Friday, Saturday and Sunday (The Boardwalk only available until 11:30pm on Saturday nights’)

Here at Silverstream Retreat we have three architecturally designed venues to choose from. All venues have been designed with beautiful flair to show off the rustic and tranquil environment that is Silverstream. This peaceful environment is the perfect setting for creating a memorable occasion for your wedding. Whether inside or outside, elaborate or intimate, Silverstream Retreat is the ideal location for your special day.

Minimum of 40 adults. A 15% surcharge is applicable for smaller numbers. Minimum bar spend of $1,500. BYO available on table wine only. A maximum of 2 bottles per table at $10.00 corkage per bottle (includes alcoholic and non-alcoholic bottles).

Includes:

  • Complimentary Bridal Suite*

  • Complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival

  • Complimentary Hamper with our Chef’s selection of finger food to take with you for your formal photos

  • White Linen

  • Silverware, Chinaware and Stemware

  • Handheld Microphone for your reception

  • Full services of our Wedding Coordinator

  • Bridal Table receives full service throughout the Wedding Reception*

*The package includes a bridal suite with complimentary bubbles, breakfast for two delivered to your room and a late checkout of 12pm the following day.

Menus:

Download our Buffet menu
Download our Pre-Dinner Canape menu
Download our Platters menu

Plated

$105 per person, including GST

Available in The Grasslands, The Boardwalk Complex or The Pillars, 10am-1am Friday, Saturday and Sunday (The Boardwalk only available until 11:30pm on Saturday nights’)

Here at Silverstream Retreat we have three architecturally designed venues to choose from. All venues have been designed with beautiful flair to show off the rustic and tranquil environment that is Silverstream. This peaceful environment is the perfect setting for creating a memorable occasion for your wedding. Whether inside or outside, elaborate or intimate, Silverstream Retreat is the ideal location for your special day.

Minimum of 40 adults. A 15% surcharge is applicable for smaller numbers. Minimum bar spend of $1,500. BYO available on table wine only. A maximum of 2 bottles per table at $10.00 corkage per bottle (includes alcoholic and non-alcoholic bottles).

Includes:

  • Complimentary Bridal Suite*

  • Complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival

  • Complimentary Hamper with our Chef’s selection of finger food to take with you for your formal photos

  • White Linen

  • Silverware, Chinaware and Stemware

  • Handheld Microphone for your reception

  • Full services of our Wedding Coordinator

  • Bridal Table receives full service throughout the Wedding Reception

* The package includes a bridal suite with complimentary bubbles, breakfast for two delivered to your room and a late checkout of 12pm the following day.

Menus

Download our Plated menu
Download our Pre-Dinner Canape menu
Download our Platters menu

Cocktail

$78 per person, including GST

Available for 35 –100 guests in The Grasslands, The Boardwalk Cafe or The Pillars, 10.30am – 2.30pm OR 5.30pm – 9.30pm

Here at Silverstream Retreat we have three architecturally designed venues to choose from. All venues have been designed with beautiful flair to show off the rustic and tranquil environment that is Silverstream. This peaceful environment is the perfect setting for creating a memorable occasion for your wedding. Whether inside or outside, elaborate or intimate, Silverstream Retreat is the ideal location for your special day.

Minimum of 35 adults. Minimum bar spend of $1,500. BYO available on table wine only. A maximum of 2 bottles per table at $10.00 corkage per bottle (includes alcoholic and non-alcoholic bottles).

Includes:

  • Venue theming – provided by Silverstream Retreat with in-house decorative items

  • Bubbles on arrival

  • Cocktail Menu

  • Front of house staff

Full bar services also available on request

Menus

Download our Cocktail menu
Download our Platters menu

Midweek

$85 per person, including GST

Available in the Grasslands, The Boardwalk Complex or The Pillars, 10am–1am Monday to Thursday

Here at Silverstream Retreat we have three architecturally designed venues to choose from. All venues have been designed with beautiful flair to show off the rustic and tranquil environment that is Silverstream. This peaceful environment is the perfect setting for creating a memorable occasion for your wedding. Whether inside or outside, elaborate or intimate, Silverstream Retreat is the ideal location for your special day.

Minimum of 60 adults. A 15% surcharge is applicable for smaller numbers. Minimum bar spend of $1,500. BYO available on table wine only. A maximum of 2 bottles per table at $10.00 corkage per bottle (includes alcoholic and non-alcoholic bottles).

Includes:

  • Complimentary Bridal Suite*

  • Complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival

  • Complimentary Hamper with our Chef’s selection of finger food to take with you for your formal photos

  • White Linen

  • Silverware, Chinaware and Stemware

  • Handheld Microphone for your reception

  • Full services of our Wedding Coordinator

  • Bridal Table receives full service throughout the Wedding Reception

* The package includes a bridal suite with complimentary bubbles, breakfast for two delivered to your room and a late checkout of 12pm the following day.

Menus

Download our Midweek menu
Download our Pre-Dinner Canape menu
Download our Platters menu

Styling Options

To help you along with making your Wedding Day beautiful we have the following items available as extras or upgrades. Price includes installation.

  • Tea light candles/holders $4.50 each

  • Chair ties (organza or satin) $10.00 each

  • Table runners $10.00 each

  • Mirrors/square or round $6.50 each

  • Distressed Cream wrought iron floor candelabras (incl .candles) $80.00 each

  • Ornate gold table number frames (1–10) $12.00 each

  • Ornate silver table candelabra (incl. candles) $15.00 each

  • Gold charger plates $3.00 each

  • Bose sound system (outside use) (incl. cordless mic) $260.00

  • Wooden arch and silk flowers $250.00

  • Fairy light panels for Boardwalk entrance $185.00 per panel

  • Fairy light wall $465.00

Items priced on application:

  • Gazebo fabric dressing

  • Wooden arch fabric dressing

  • Ceiling draping for Pillars Room

  • White ceremony aisle

Further decorative items can be discussed with the Functions Manager.

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“Our wedding was amazing. Thank you so much for everything! It could not have gone any better!”

Sam & Ty, Mar 2023

“The food was absolutely beautiful and the staff were lovely”

Kiley, Feb 2023