Celebrate Your Love by the River: Weddings at Wisemans Retreat
Imagine exchanging vows beneath towering gums, with the tranquil Hawkesbury River gliding gently in the background and the sound of birdsong drifting through the air. Just one hour from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Wisemans Retreat in the historic village of Wisemans Ferry offers one of New South Wales’ most idyllic wedding venues, a riverside escape that blends natural beauty, refined comfort, and heartfelt hospitality.
Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a grand marquee celebration for hundreds, our retreat has been thoughtfully designed to create unforgettable wedding experiences that can unfold over an entire weekend.
A Riverside Retreat Like No Other
Nestled on the banks of the Hawkesbury River, Wisemans Retreat captures the magic of nature at its finest. The lush greenery of Dharug National Park forms a dramatic backdrop, while our landscaped gardens and riverside lawns provide the perfect canvas for your ceremony and wedding photography.
Just an hour from Sydney, our destination wedding venue feels blissfully removed from the bustle of the city. Guests can escape to the countryside without the hassle of long-distance travel, making Wisemans Retreat an ideal choice for couples seeking a luxurious yet relaxed weekend wedding close to home.
Your Wedding, Your Way
Every couple’s love story is unique, and so is every wedding at Wisemans Retreat. We believe in creating experiences that reflect who you are, from the way you celebrate to the food you share with your guests.
You might begin your celebration with a pre-wedding dinner under the stars, surrounded by friends and family and warmed by the glow of a fire pit. The next day, say “I do” on our Riverfront Lawn or beneath the trees in the Long Table Farm Garden, followed by cocktails and canapés on the terrace. As evening falls, enjoy a feast in our Long Table Farm Restaurant, or for larger celebrations, dance the night away in a beautifully styled marquee for up to 400 guests.
And because the best celebrations deserve a proper send-off, you can gather everyone again the next morning for a recovery BBQ breakfast by the pool. It’s not just a wedding, it’s a full weekend of connection, laughter, and shared memories.
Thoughtfully Designed Wedding Packages
To make planning easy, we’ve designed our wedding package to include everything you need for a seamless celebration.
Our 2026 package includes:
A beautiful ceremony arbour and 14 bench seats
A signing table to complete your setup
Exclusive use of the Long Table Farm Restaurant for your reception
Dining tables, chairs, crockery, cutlery, and glassware
A microphone and AV setup for speeches and music
Private use of the Bridal Suite and Groom’s Games Room for preparations
A complimentary one-night stay for the newlyweds
Menus and beverage packages are then tailored to your tastes, with options that reflect your style, from shared feasts to formal plated dining.
Paddock-to-Plate Perfection
At the heart of every celebration is incredible food. Our on-site Long Table Farm Restaurant celebrates the connection between land, people, and produce.
Led by Executive Chef Ed Sargent, the restaurant serves seasonal, sustainable dishes crafted from ingredients grown on our own regenerative farm and sourced from local producers. The result? Vibrant, flavourful food that tells a story.
From gourmet pizzas at your welcome dinner to an elegant reception feast featuring the best of local meat, seafood, and vegetables, each dish brings warmth, creativity, and care to your wedding table.
“When you have enough, you don’t build a higher wall; you build a longer table.” That philosophy is at the heart of everything we do at Long Table Farm, and it’s the perfect reflection of what weddings are all about: sharing abundance, love, and joy.
Elegant Reception Spaces
Our Long Table Farm Restaurant offers a warm, inviting reception space with high ceilings, ambient lighting, and a terrace overlooking lush gardens. It comfortably seats up to 144 guests, with flexibility for canapés, cocktails, or dancing beneath the stars.
For larger celebrations, our marquee weddings are designed to impress. Set up by the river or on one of our expansive lawns, a marquee reception can host up to 400 guests, giving you the freedom to design a celebration that’s as grand or as understated as you wish.
Stay and Celebrate Together
With 54 guest rooms accommodating up to 150 people, Wisemans Retreat transforms a single day into a wedding weekend to remember.
Your guests can stay on-site, relax by the 25-metre pool, enjoy tennis or volleyball, take scenic walks through Dharug National Park, or simply unwind by one of our cosy fire pits. With so much to do and so little reason to rush home, your wedding becomes an opportunity for everyone to truly connect and celebrate together.
Our comfortable and contemporary rooms feature air conditioning, Nespresso machines, garden or bushland views, and complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi. Every detail has been considered to ensure your guests enjoy a peaceful and rejuvenating stay.
The Perfect Wedding Weekend Itinerary
A wedding at Wisemans Retreat can easily extend into a three-day celebration. Here’s how your destination wedding might unfold:
Day 1 – Arrival & Welcome
Guests check in and settle into their rooms before gathering for a welcome dinner by the pool, complete with gourmet pizzas, local wines, and lawn games as the sun sets over the river.
Day 2 – The Big Day
Start your morning with breakfast at the restaurant before getting ready in our Bridal Suite or Groom’s Games Room. Then, walk down the aisle to one of our breathtaking ceremony locations. As you take photos, your guests can enjoy cocktails by the river, followed by an unforgettable reception feast and dancing late into the night.
Day 3 – Farewell & Recovery
Wrap up your celebration with a recovery BBQ breakfast by the pool, the perfect way to reminisce about the day before and say goodbye to your loved ones.
For Couples Who Dream Big
Wisemans Retreat is more than a wedding venue, it’s a place where stories begin. It’s where city meets countryside, where farm-to-table dining meets refined hospitality, and where couples can create a celebration that feels deeply personal and entirely their own.
Whether you’re envisioning an elegant riverside ceremony, a bohemian destination wedding under the stars, or a relaxed weekend wedding filled with laughter and shared meals, our team will bring your vision to life with care and attention to every detail.
Our experienced events team will help you plan everything from ceremony setup and catering to accommodation and post-wedding brunches — ensuring your celebration is effortless, beautiful, and uniquely you.
Start Your Story Here
Your wedding day deserves more than a venue — it deserves a setting that captures the essence of your love. At Wisemans Retreat, we offer a truly special space where time slows down, guests feel at home, and every moment is worth remembering.
To begin planning your dream wedding by the Hawkesbury River, contact our weddings team at sales@wisemans.com.au or visit wisemans.com.au/weddings to arrange a site inspection.
Let your story unfold at Wisemans Retreat, where celebrations linger long after the last dance.