Greyleigh is one of those venues you find and immediately hope no one else discovers. Set on 200 acres of private countryside in the Kiama hinterland on the NSW South Coast, this restored 1800s working dairy farm has been transformed into one of the most stunning wedding venues in the state — blending heritage rural charm with seriously luxurious design.

What makes Greyleigh genuinely special is the rare combination of country and coast. Rolling green hills flow down toward ocean views of Kiama beach, with the Illawarra escarpment as a dramatic backdrop. The property features five distinct event spaces, a 100-year-old fig tree, heritage fruit orchards, converted concrete silos turned cocktail lounges, and luxury farmhouse accommodation — all yours exclusively for the weekend.

Venue Highlights

200-acre private estate with exclusive hire and country-to-ocean views
The Gables — a restored 1800s dairy shed with original concrete silos converted into cocktail lounges; confirm the seated layout with the venue
The Secret Garden — a tree-lined ceremony space with ocean views, listed for up to 150 guests
The Lawn — panoramic open-air space with historic stone walls and a 100-year-old fig tree (up to 250 guests)
The Orchard — heritage fruit trees and space for long table dinners, listed for up to 150 guests
The Gazebo — an intimate space under a Cape Chestnut tree, listed for up to 40 guests
On-site luxury accommodation sleeping up to 18 across The Homestead (12) and The Guest House (6)
Swimming pool with cabana, spa room, outdoor woodfire pizza oven
Farm animals on the property — cows, alpacas, Shetland ponies
Full-service catering with seasonal menus sourced from on-site gardens and local South Coast growers

Is This Venue Right for You?

Best for: Couples who want a country setting close to the coast, with accommodation and several ceremony and reception spaces on the property. The Gazebo suits smaller gatherings, while The Lawn is listed for up to 250 guests. The five distinct event spaces mean you can design a wedding day that flows through different settings. It’s ideal for couples who want rustic heritage charm but with luxury design and modern comfort.

The vibe: Country-meets-coast luxe. Heritage farmland that’s been elevated to something extraordinary — think converted dairy silos with fire pits, cocktails by the pool, ceremonies overlooking the ocean, and dinner in a restored 1800s barn with designer interiors. It’s simultaneously rustic and refined. The farm animals (alpacas, Shetland ponies, cows) add genuine character.

Getting there: About 2 hours south of Sydney CBD via the Princes Motorway, in the hinterland just behind Kiama. Sydney Airport (SYD) is the nearest major airport at about 2 hours. Illawarra Regional Airport is closer but has limited commercial flights. The drive down the coast is pleasant and well-signed. Arrange guest transport in advance rather than relying on a car being available at the end of the night.

Where guests stay: 18 guests sleep on-site across The Homestead (12) and The Guest House (6) — both must be booked together for exclusive use, with a two-night minimum. For everyone else, Kiama (10 min) is the ideal base — a beautiful coastal town with boutique hotels, B&Bs, holiday rentals, excellent restaurants, and genuine charm. Gerringong (15 min) and Berry (25 min) also have great options.

Nearby amenities: Kiama is one of the best town bases for a wedding weekend anywhere on the South Coast. The famous Blowhole, rock pools, coastal walks, cafes, restaurants, pubs, and breweries are all within minutes. Guests can easily fill a weekend — visit Cathedral Rocks, walk the coastal path, lunch at a Kiama cafe, explore Berry. It’s a genuine destination, not just a venue.

Weather & Seasonal Planning

For an outdoor ceremony, plan for shade, wind and rain as well as the view. Walk through the covered ceremony and reception options with the Greyleigh team, and check the forecast for your date.

Planning Tips

Capacity: Check Greyleigh’s wedding spaces for the space that suits your numbers. The venue lists up to 250 guests overall; seated layouts and wet-weather capacity need confirming with the team.
Exclusive use: Two-night minimum stay (three nights on public holidays). Both houses must be booked together.
Move through the spaces: Ceremony in the Secret Garden, canapes in the silos, reception in the Gables, late-night in the Orchard — this flow is one of the best things about the venue.
Dog-friendly: Dogs are welcome with conditions — must be on leash and away from farm animals.
Photography: Country-to-ocean views, heritage architecture, the fig tree, converted silos, rolling paddocks — every corner is a backdrop.
Transport: Guest transport is recommended for the evening. Kiama is only 10 minutes away for pickup/drop-off.