Rachel & Chris’s wedding was a romantic celebration filled with heart, intimacy, and warmth. Their moody palette of deep reds, earthy tones, and lush greenery created an atmosphere that was both elegant and deeply personal, setting the perfect stage for their day.
The ceremony unfolded on the top lawn beneath the silver birch, with live cello music from Stephanie Stamopoulos weaving a sense of timeless romance as they exchanged vows. Windflower’s florals tied everything together—textured, beautiful arrangements that carried seamlessly from ceremony to cocktail hour to the marquee reception. Guests sipped on the couple’s signature warm apple spice cocktail before the evening gave way to a refined yet joy-filled dinner and dancing under the stars.
Photography: Claire Broatch
Florist: Windflower
Furniture Hire & Stylist: Elderberry Event hire
Furniture Hire: Ballarat Event Hire
Catering: Charlton Catering
Celebrant: Annie Higgs
Cellist: Stephanie Stamopoulos
DJ: Disko Stu
Bride Gown: Kay Elizabeth
Bride Make-up: Kristel Van Heugten
Bride Hair: Tia from Eve Salon
Grooms suit: Dyonsu
What are the key elements you need for a great and memorable wedding?
If you’re reading this review, look no further, you have found your venue – It doesn’t get any better than Willow & Stone Estate!
The venue itself is stunning! With a backdrop of majestic willow trees, lush planting and bluestone paths that lead you from one well-manicured lawn to another, it is easy to see the love, care and attention to detail that Leish and Carlos have invested into creating a space that is truly memorable.
This same love, care and attention to detail flows through the planning phase and organisation on the day. Leish, Laura and Mia created the most magical day for us! From recommending Charlton Catering (we can still taste the slow cook lamb!), to designing a drinks menu to match and adding some fun personalised cocktails; a hit with our guests!
The best part was that they gave us the ability to be completely immersed in the day and to be present with each other and our family and friends. Things can always pop up in the background, however Leish and Laura were on top of every element to make sure the day continued to run seamlessly.
Lastly, the whole team at Willow & Stone Estate are genuinely happy, warm and kind people!! A wedding day is a very special and important moment in you and your partner’s life and choosing the right vendors is essential. We are beyond grateful that we chose Willow & Stone Estate as they created a day that we will look back on with so much joy!!
Thank you Leish, Carlos, Laura, Mia and the whole WSE team!
