Frequently asked questions.
CAN I BOOK IN A TOUR?
The finest way to discover everything Butterfly Red Hill offers is through a personalized private tour, available in person or via Zoom. The best way to explore everything Butterfly Red Hill has to offer is to arrange a private tour, either in person, or via zoom. CONTACT US today to arrange a time; appointments essential. https://calendly.com/butterflyredhill/book-a-tour.
HOW MANY GUESTS CAN WE HAVE?
To maintain the exclusivity and intimacy of your celebration, our capacity is carefully curated. We cater to events up to approximately 150 people for a cocktail style event or up to 120 people maximum for a sit-down event (dependent on government guidelines and restrictions at the time of your event). Butterfly Red Hill offers several options for your dream wedding and reception, with multiple indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the property.
DO YOU ALLOW CHILDREN?
Children are warmly welcomed at Butterfly Red Hill! We love to see the joy and wonder children experience as they explore the stunning agricultural estate. Please note that children must be supervised at all times whilst at Butterfly Red Hill, as we are an agricultural property with a large Pond and farm machinery etc. We recommend and can assist with engaging professional child minding or entertainment for young guests at Butterfly Red Hill Weddings, and can also include some of the wonderful outdoor games equipment for use during your event.
DO YOU ALLOW PETS?
We are delighted to welcome beloved pets as part of your celebration! Whether they have a starring role as the ring bearer or simply want to sit front and center to watch the ceremony action and pose for photos, we’d love for your whole family to be there with you for the ceremony and photo elements of your day. We do ask that you assign a special minder for your pet(s) to ensure they are well looked after for the day. We can assist with engaging a pet minding professional for on the day if you require someone to help with this.
Please note pets are not permitted within the inside spaces or to stay onsite overnight in the Farm House accommodation.
IS THERE ON-SITE PARKING?
Yes, we have limited on-site parking for up to 30 cars. We strongly recommend that couples use shuttle buses to pick up their guests from Butterfly Red Hill at the end of their event as taxis and Uber services can be limited in the area. We are pleased to help with recommendations for local shuttle services.
HOW MANY WEDDINGS DO YOU DO PER DAY?
Your celebration is our sole focus at Butterfly Red Hill! We want to ensure everything is exquisitely perfect for your special day. Most of the packages that we offer our couples are inclusive of 1, 2 or 3 nights on-site accommodation. Giving you exclusive use of the Farm House, Gardens and Gallery for the duration of your stay.
IS THE PROPERTY WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY?
The Gallery and Gardens at Butterfly Red Hill offer wheelchair accessible paths and entry ways. There is an accessible toilet outside the gallery too. In the Farm House there are several single-step inclines throughout.
WHAT HAPPENS IF THERE IS INCLEMENT WEATHER?
In the event inclement weather conditions are forecast, you are able to hold both the ceremony and reception in the indoor Gallery spaces, we’ll work closely with you prior to your big day to ensure we’ve prepared comprehensive weather contingency plans.
IS THERE ACCOMMODATION AVAILABLE?
Yes! Most of our wedding packages are inclusive of 1-2 or 3 nights accommodation in the on-site Butterfly Red Hill Farm House and allows the marrying couple and the option of up to 8 additional wedding party, friends or family to stay (up to 10 guests total). We are pleased to recommend some of the wonderful local accommodation options in the region for your guests to stay, should they wish to extend your celebrations into a weekend. Some of our packages include use of the onsite caravans for an additional accommodation option for your guests.
We are also pleased to offer the option of our nearby Butterfly Dromana accommodation- just a short drive from Butterfly Red Hill as well as recommending many nearby hotel and short stay accommodation options too.
ARE CATERING/ BAR STAFF INCLUDED?
Butterfly Red Hill is an exclusive use blank canvas venue that offers our couples the freedom to choose their own catering, RSA bar staff and BYO alcohol to create the wedding of their dreams. We have a wonderful network of wedding suppliers that we work with and are very happy to help you put together your dream team of wedding professionals for your event. We also have the Butterfly Cocktail Caravan permanently onsite which is equipped with bar fridges, 2 x keg taps and ice bank, ready for your professional bar staff to utilise.
Please note: all suppliers working as a part of your event must be professionals and hold current public liability and business insurances. BYO alcohol means the couple may provide the alcohol in advance of your event, guests are not permitted to BYO and must be served by professional RSA bar staff during your event.
CAN YOU HELP US PLAN OUR WEDDING?
We are delighted to work closely with you throughout your entire planning journey, offering as much or as little support as you desire. Whether you seek comprehensive guidance or simply want to confirm your vision is unfolding beautifully, Butterfly Red Hill is your dedicated partner in creating an exquisitely unique celebration.
Our comprehensive wedding planning services are included in our Luxe package, providing you with expert guidance from start to finish. The service includes dedicated initial planning meetings to understand your vision, followed by our team sourcing 2–3 curated quotes on your behalf across each key vendor category. This streamlined approach simplifies your decision-making while ensuring you receive exceptional value from distinguished professionals.
Please note: Our planning service does not include floristry design or style guide creation.
For couples selecting our Standard or Premium packages, wedding planning can be added as an optional supplementary service to complement your chosen package. Additionally, all packages include access to our professional on-the-day wedding coordination team (or we can expertly manage this for you), and we are pleased to recommend our curated network of distinguished wedding professionals—including coordinators, stylists, photographers, florists, celebrants, and musicians—who share our commitment to exceptional quality and seamless execution.
Your dream wedding is within reach, and we are here to ensure every detail reflects your vision with absolute precision and grace.
what time is your event curfew?
Our event curfew is 11pm. This means any guests not staying onsite at Butterfly Red Hill elegantly depart at this time at the conclusion of your event.
what is the butterfly planning portal?
Our Butterfly Brides and Grooms are given access to a fully customised, private online wedding planning portal with an exceptional online suite of planning tools. It’s cloud based, so accessible anywhere you and your mobile or laptop go! It’s an exquisite planning resource which our couples fondly appreciate, and definitely takes the stress out of knowing the who, what, where, when and how of wedding planning from start to finish!
IS CONFETTI ALLOWED?
We kindly permit biodegradable confetti, rose petals and bubbles in our outdoor ceremony spaces and can recommend various suppliers for these.
WHERE CAN WE HAVE THE CEREMONY?
Set across 4 stunning acres of private gardens at Butterfly Red Hill, you will discover numerous enchanting locations throughout the property to hold your wedding ceremony, along with many breathtaking settings for your photographs.
We invite you to explore our gorgeous wedding ALBUMS for inspiration from our existing Butterfly Brides and Grooms, where you'll witness the magic created at each unique location.
In the event of rain or inclement weather, the exquisite Gallery provides a beautiful and elegant alternative for your ceremony, ensuring your special moment unfolds seamlessly regardless of the conditions.
IS THERE A DRESSING ROOM FOR THE WEDDING PARTY?
Yes. With exclusive use of the Butterfly Red Hill Farm House, you will find abundant space for your wedding party to prepare for your exquisite celebration.
Our Sun Room serves as a dedicated makeup space, elegantly styled with a vintage mirror wall and exquisite furniture—perfect for getting ready photographs that capture the anticipation and beauty of your preparation moments. The room offers perfect natural light and breathtaking views of the ceremony lawns, allowing you and your wedding party to gently monitor the set-up progress and welcome arrivals throughout the day in complete comfort and elegance.
Additionally, we offer the Whiskey Lounge—a stunning speakeasy-style space on the Gallery side of the property, complete with vintage ambiance that is equally gorgeous for getting ready photographs. This uniquely appointed room features a bar area, pool and darts, and luxurious cigar lounge furniture, offering your wedding party an distinctive and memorable preparation experience. The Whiskey Lounge is completely separate from the Farm House, providing you with multiple preparation options to suit your wedding party's needs and preferences.
what does an on-the-day-coordinator do, and do i need one?
At Butterfly Red Hill, every detail of your bespoke celebration is crafted to exceed expectations—to ensure your day unfolds with absolute grace and precision, a professional on-the-day coordinator is an essential requirement for all weddings and events held at our venue.
We now offer this elevated service in-house as part of your exclusive Butterfly Red Hill package, or as a bespoke addition to complement your vision.
Your coordinator serves as the seamless conduit between you and your suppliers—managing the intricately planned timeline, overseeing every logistical detail, and gracefully resolving any unforeseen moments before they reach your awareness. Their dedicated presence ensures that you and your loved ones remain entirely immersed in the joy of your celebration, while the elegance and flow of your event are maintained with utmost professionalism.
Please note: this role demands unwavering professional focus throughout the duration of your event and therefore cannot be fulfilled by a guest or family member.
can our guests camp on-site?
No, due to council regulations, we do not allow camping in tents, cars or campervans onsite. Though there are plenty of amazing nearby accommodation options that we’d be delighted to recommend.
can we set up a big marquee?
With the exquisite indoor Gallery spaces at Butterfly Red Hill we don’t need to have additional marquee spaces set up. With the exception of smaller (3x3 or 6x6m) marquees adjacent to the gallery, we do not allow large marquees to be set up on any other areas.
DO YOU HAVE HEATING AND COOLING?
Butterfly Red Hill Gallery and Farm House spaces feature split system heating and cooling, ensuring you and your guests comfort throughout every season.
ARE SPARKLERS OR FIREWORKS ALLOWED?
Sparklers and/or fireworks are not permitted on-site at Butterfly Red Hill.
what time is check in/out?
The check in/access time for our Standard/Premium and Luxe Packages is 2:00pm on your arrival date, and check out is 10:00am on your departure date.
The check in/access time for our 12-hour packages offer access from 11:00am-11:00pm.
All package access times are inclusive of set up/pack down time.