The Grove Gippsland
About
Overview & Vibe
The Grove is a 60-acre estate at Krowera in South Gippsland, between Warragul and Inverloch and about ninety minutes from Melbourne. Olive groves, forest and hilltop lawns look out over the Bass Hinterland, and the estate presses its own olive oil.
Setting & Style
Receptions are held in The Reception, a glass-fronted atrium that opens right up in good weather — 134 seated or 250 for a cocktail party — with the adjoining bar turning into the dance floor as the night goes on. Four ceremony sites cover most moods: the Helipad, a 360-degree hilltop framed by truffle trees with a built-in arbour and white chairs; The Dam, secluded and forest-like for smaller groups; the Terrace, level and close to the car park for golden-hour ceremonies; and the Press Shed as the wet-weather alternative, with an indoor bar, a barista and a fireplace.
Ideal For
Couples who want a large country wedding within reach of Melbourne and value logistics being handled — the shuttle, the parking, the coordinator and the wet-weather plan are all part of the offering.
The Need-to-Knows
- There is no Uber or taxi in the area. The venue says so plainly and strongly recommends arranging guest transport in advance. All weddings include complimentary use of a 9-seater shuttle for one round of pick-up and drop-off, with 80+ on-site parking spaces and overnight parking allowed.
- No pricing is published for wedding packages. What is published: a $2,000 non-refundable deposit secures the date, followed by a three-stage payment schedule. In-house design and printing of menus, place cards and signage starts at $500. A DIY reception package for private functions is from $4,000.
- Cancellation is steep close in. More than six months out, only the deposit is forfeited; three to six months, 50%; within 90 days, the full balance remains payable.
- All wedding packages include a complimentary menu tasting, and a dedicated events team member is on site throughout the day.
- Only biodegradable confetti. Sparklers and smoke machines are not permitted. Own decorations and outside suppliers are welcome with prior approval and appropriate insurance.
- A bridal suite is available, closing once the dance floor opens.
- Pet friendly — well-behaved pets are welcome down the aisle and in photographs.
- Step-free access throughout, accessible parking near the entrance and accessible restrooms.
Standout Feature
A glass-fronted atrium that opens to the Bass Hinterland, and a hilltop helipad ringed by truffle trees for the vows.
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Amenities
- Glass-Fronted Atrium
- Built-in Arbour
- White Chairs Provided
- Four Ceremony Sites
- Wet Weather Ceremony Space
- Indoor Bar
- Barista And Coffee Machine
- Built-in Fireplace
- Ventilation Fans
- Dance Floor
- Bridal Suite
- Mobile Bar
- Outdoor Shading
- Wine Barrels
- Dedicated Events Coordinator
- Complimentary Menu Tasting
- In-house Design And Printing
- Complimentary Shuttle Bus
- 80+ On-site Parking Spaces
- Overnight Parking Permitted
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Accessible Restrooms
- Step-Free Access
- Pet Friendly
- Olive Grove
- Truffle Trees
- 60 Acre Estate
- Own Suppliers Permitted
- Ninety Minutes From Melbourne
Ceremony Setting
- outdoor
- indoor
- hilltop
- forest
- lawn
- terrace
- shed
Dietary Options Supported
Nearby Landmarks
- Krowera – The South Gippsland locality the estate is in
- Bass Hinterland – The rolling country the reception looks over
- Inverloch – Coastal town to the south
- Warragul – Regional centre to the north
- Wonthaggi – The nearest large town on the coast road
- Phillip Island – Across Western Port to the west
- Melbourne – About ninety minutes north-west
On Site Accommodation
Price Notes
- NOTE: The Grove publishes no wedding package pricing - no per-head rate, no venue hire fee and no minimum spend appear anywhere on the site, and there is no brochure or PDF on the domain. Enquiry is by form, by phone on 0457 111 026 or by email to info@thegrovegippsland.com.
- What IS published on pricing: 'To confirm your booking, we require a $2,000 non-refundable deposit. Following this, we use a three-stage payment schedule.' In-house design and printing of menus, place cards, seating charts and signage 'starts at $500'. A separate DIY Reception Package for private functions - exclusive use of the Event Shed for 5 hours with tables, chairs, fridge, food warmer, coffee machine and onsite security - is 'From $4,000'; that is a private-function product, not a wedding package.
- CANCELLATION TERMS, which are steep close to the date: 'If you cancel more than six months out, only the deposit is forfeited. Cancellations made between three and six months out incur a 50% cancellation fee. If you cancel within 90 days of your date, the full balance remains payable.'
- Included at no extra cost: a complimentary menu tasting with all wedding packages; a dedicated events team member on site throughout the celebration; complimentary use of the venue's 9-seater shuttle bus for one round of guest pick-up and drop-off, with a possible second trip if timing allows; and complimentary accommodation for the couple with one of the venue's premium local accommodation partners.
- A time-limited offer was live when this listing was compiled on 28 July 2026: 'Book your Winter Wedding before 31 August and receive a complimentary Champagne Tower and an additional hour of beverages. Available for Winter 2026 and Winter 2027 weddings.' Treat as expired after 31 August 2026.
- Venue rules that carry cost implications: own decorations are welcome but must be approved in advance; only biodegradable confetti is permitted; sparklers and smoke machines are not allowed on site. Outside suppliers may be used provided they hold appropriate insurance and permits, and are responsible for their own setup and pack-down.
Price Per Head
Venue Capacity
- Up to 250
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