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Katie Sent on 10/09/2025Our perfect wedding venue
We knew from our first visit to Matara that we had found our wedding venue! The feeling of calm that came over both of us was incredible, as was the obvious care and love that all the staff have for the place.
We hired the venue and accommodation, which worked out really well as we were able to have lots of our friends and family stay on site with us, and come together with us the night before the main day.
Matara is totally unique - a word that's really over-used, but truly there is nowhere quite like it. There are so many different, equally photogenic areas to explore, which gives so many options for personalising your day. As nature lovers, we were enthralled by all the greenery, beautiful flowers, and special environments that surrounded us.
Abbie was our coordinator, and she was brilliant. She thought of every little detail, and on the day itself I didn't have to worry about a thing - she had everything under control. The day flowed perfectly, and Abbie also checked in with us to make sure our timeline was going as planned. Throughout the planning process, Abbie was always responsive to all our questions, and the wider team was able to support too when needed.
Our entire wedding was vegan, which didn't faze the Matara team in the slightest, which was so reassuring! The food was absolutely incredible. Chef Luke created an afternoon tea menu for us which was perfect, and all our guests' dietary requirements (including 3 coeliacs) were very well catered for. We had a delightful tasting earlier in the year too, which was such a treat!
So many of our guests commented on how amazing Matara was, even guests who are local and never knew it existed before!
We are so glad we found Matara, it truly was out perfect wedding venue, and we'd recommend everyone to discover it for themselves.Matara's reply:
Thank you so much for your lovely words! We’re so happy Matara felt like the perfect place for your wedding from the very start. It’s wonderful to hear how much you and your guests enjoyed the venue, the food, and the atmosphere.
Abbie will be thrilled to know how much you appreciated her support, she loved working with you to bring everything together. Chef Luke and the team were also delighted to hear such great feedback on the vegan menu!
It was a joy to host your special day, and we’re so grateful you chose Matara. Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness!
Warm wishes,
The Matara Team -
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Natalie Sent on 01/07/2025
Incredible venue & such a special wedding
Wow - I can’t even express how much of amazing weekend we had for our wedding. Holly and team were amazing, from the way they made us feel at ease and as if nothing was too much, to the beautiful decor and how they made the vision came to life. Everything was utterly perfect, my now husband Ed and I felt so incredibly lucky. We cannot thank Matara enough.
Every single guest commented on how beautiful, special and different the venue is.
Huge thanks to Geoffrey too, it’s such a special place and we are so grateful that he opens it up for celebrations.
Additionally, Luke, everyone said the food was incredible (it really was!!) and we know a lot of time effort and his creativity went into each and every dish.
We did the “exclusively yours” package, and it was so special to have weekend access to enjoy more time with our close family and friends. We’d not have changed anything for the world and are so glad we did this!
Thank you so much Matara for everything! We are just soaking it all up and taking in married life 🥹🥰. Remembering how epic every little detail was -
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Miranda Sent on 21/06/2025Absolutely fabulous venue!
Fabulous venue.....we hired Kingscote house for 2 nights and had the absolute best wedding we could have ever dreamed of. The rain didn't dampen our spirits because the food, location, service and atmosphere was just magical.
We were so impressed with the flexibility the venue offered so that we could have the intimate wedding that we wanted.
Our guests were so impressed with the house and the food. We have had so much positive feedback from everyone, its been wonderful.Matara's reply:
Hi Miranda & Daryl,
I’m so pleased to hear you enjoyed your special day — and what a beautiful day it was, surrounded by your close friends and family.
Thank you for letting Matara be a part of it.
We wish you all the very best for the future.
Warm regards,
Liz -
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James Sent on 13/05/2024
Beyond Expectations
It’s difficult to find the right words to do justice to the beauty of Matara. It’s entirely unique in its ability to conjure feelings of tranquillity and serenity. The myriad of spaces that Matara boasts is what felt made this venue so special. Every single space has its own beauty and personality that we will forever hold incredible memories of, whether that be exchanging our vows in the cloistered courtyard, or sharing our first dance under the most spectacular dome in the hilarium.
Yet perhaps the most remarkable aspect of Matara was the warmth, hospitality, and professionalism of its team. From our initial inquiry to the final farewell, they went above and beyond to ensure that our special day was nothing short of perfection. Nothing was too much trouble, from co-ordinating the vendors on the day to setting up the personalised decorations, the team ensured the day ran seamlessly. At every turn we were met with kindness, support, and guidance.
Our experience from the entire team was nothing short of exceptional, every single person brought an energy and enthusiasm to their service that set the tone for the entire event. Not only were they incredibly efficient, but they also exuded a warmth and genuinely hospitality that made our guests feel welcome and cared for throughout the entire day.
I can’t finish this, without a mention of the food. From the moment we had our first bite of a delectable canapes we knew we were in a for a treat. The entire culinary experience all the way through from that first bite, to the woodfired pizzas in the evening was both delicious and beautifully presented.
The passion, professionalism and unwavering dedicated of everyone associated with Matara is beyond compare. It is the small touches by those people, that demonstrates the genuine care they have in making sure that every couples day, is one that they will never forget.
We are forever grateful for the memories that Matara, and the people who make it what it is, have helped create.
If you are seeking a unique, elegant venue with unparalleled natural beauty, sustainability at its heart and a team of people that will put their heart and soul into making sure your big day is one you will never forget, Matara is the one.Matara's reply:
Thank you very much for your kind words, i will be sure to pass them on to the rest of the team here at Matara. It really was a pleasure working with you both on your special day. I do hope we see you back here in the near future. very best wishes Mr & Mrs H xx -
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Robyn Sent on 12/05/2024A beautiful and unique venue.
Dear Abbie and the incredible team at The Matara Centre.
I don't even know where to begin because words cannot describe how amazing our wedding day was. We both had the best day of our lives and are still enjoying our 'post wedding bubble' today. We were lucky to have glorious sunshine, and Abbie put us at ease by being well organised, calm, and focused the day. We felt we were in capable hands from the very beginning, and this followed through all the planning stages and the wedding day itself. Abbie helped enable our wedding to feel personal to us.
Everything from the beautiful and unique venue to the food (our guests are still commenting on the pizzas) and service were top-notch. We also rented the house, which was beautiful, and I would highly recommend this to any couples who wish to extend the wedding celebrations across a whole weekend.
The Matara Centre truly is a very special place. Thanks again,
Mr and Mrs Bignell-Swinburne -
Mollie Sent on 18/04/2024
Wedding of our dreams!
Wow! Already a year has gone by and we still can't get over how incredible our wedding at Matara was.
We hired the venue and house for a weekend which allowed us to take our time celebrating with family and friends, which was something extremely important to use when looking for a venue. The setting and facilities were just perfect for before, during and after the big day. Being in April, we were extremely lucky to have such beautiful weather, but the blossom and never ending greenery made it even more special/unique.
Luke, the chef, made the best (may be biased!) wedding food us and our guests have ever had - generous portions and inclusive off all dietary requirements! And our wedding coordinator was very patient and flexible with all of the random last minute changes and requests.
We have been back to the venue twice since to see our tree and walk around the grounds. We would do anything to redo our magical weekend at Matara and it will forever hold a special place in our heart!Matara's reply:
Molly, thank you for your lovely review, we always love to hear from our couples and its so amazing to hear you have found the time to come back and visit your tree and enjoy the grounds. The blossom has started to bloom and its looking beautiful as ever. We look forward to seeing you again soon. -
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Jessica Sent on 13/12/2023The Perfect Venue
The most incredible Venue! My husband and I recently got married at The Matara Centere and cannot praise this beautiful place highly enough! We knew from the minute we first visited that it was the perfect place to celebrate our special day and absolutely loved the amazing sense of peace that seems so apparent the moment you set foot on the lovely grounds! The gorgeous gardens, the fabulous staff, the inspiring eclectic spaces and the delicious food are just a few of the things we loved! The accommodation was fantastic and everyone was impressed when they arrived on the day. A huge amount of gratitude to Olivia, our wedding coordinator, and truly went above and beyond ensuring our day went so smoothly! We loved every minute and cannot wait to visit again. Thank you to everyone who made the day so extremely wonderful for us and our guests, and for making Matara a truly one of a kind place! -
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